- Living Kidney Donation: What You Need to Know Did you know you can live a healthy life with just one kidney—and potentially save someone else's life in the process? In this episode, Scripps transplant surgeon Dr. Jenny Lam explains how living kidney donation works, the benefits of donating while alive, and what to expect before, during, and after transplant surgery. Learn about the causes of kidney failure, treatment options like dialysis, and why a transplant from a living donor can offer better outcomes. 🎧 Tune in to discover how one generous act can offer years of life to someone in need. &nbsp;

Scripps Podcast - Living Kidney Organ Donation

Stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation that just won’t go away? You could be dealing with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In this episode , host Susan Taylor sits down with gastroenterologist Chiara Maruggi, MD, to talk about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for IBS. Dr. Maruggi explains the common signs to watch for, why IBS can be tricky to diagnose, and how factors like stress, diet, and gut health all play a role. Learn about the FODMAP diet, how lifestyle changes can help, and why managing IBS is all about creating a long-term partnership with your healthcare provider. If you or someone you know struggles with ongoing gastrointestinal symptoms, this episode offers valuable tips and insights to help you take back control of your digestive health.

Scripps Podcast - How to Diagnose and Treat IBS

Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that can affect many parts of the body — and often goes undiagnosed. 🧬 Usman Ajaz, MD, Rheumatologist with Scripps Coastal Medical Group, breaks down the causes, symptoms, and treatment options to help patients take control of their health. Listen to the full interview now.&nbsp; #LupusAwareness #AutoimmuneHealth #ScrippsHealth

Scripps Podcast - What is Lupus?

Your gut does more than digest food —I t impacts your overall health, energy and even mood. In this video, Susan Taylor sits down with Katherine Urbina, DO to discuss how the gut works, what foods help or harm it and what you can do to support a healthier gut long term.&nbsp;

How to Maintain a Healthy Gut

Is hip pain keeping you from sports or staying active? In this video, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mark Cinque explains how minimally invasive hip arthroscopy can relieve pain and restore mobility — especially for younger patients with hip impingement. Learn how it works, who it's for and what recovery looks like.

What is Minimally Invasive Hip Arthroscopy?

Hannah Wangberg, MD, allergist and immunologist, Scripps Clinic Food allergies happen when the immune system overreacts to certain foods, triggering symptoms that can range from mild to life-threatening. Learn how to recognize these reactions and manage them effectively with expert guidance from Hannah Wangberg, MD, an allergist and immunologist at Scripps Clinic. Learn the difference between food allergy and food intolerance and when to seek medical evaluation and treatment.

What Causes Food Allergies?

Tired of glasses or contact lenses? LASIK eye surgery could be the answer. In this episode of San Diego Health, host Susan Taylor talks with Scripps ophthalmologist Peter Krall, MD about how LASIK corrects vision by reshaping the cornea, who’s a good candidate and what to expect during recovery. Learn if this quick, outpatient procedure could help you see clearly — without the hassle of glasses or contacts.&nbsp;

Is LASIK Eye Surgery Right for You?

A leaky tricuspid valve can cause blood to flow backward in the heart, leading to symptoms like fatigue, leg swelling, shortness of breath and even heart failure. But new minimally invasive procedures are changing how this condition is treated. Devices like the TriClip repair system and tricuspid valve replacement offer safer options than open heart surgery. Matthew Price, MD, an interventional cardiologist at Scripps Clinic, explains how these treatments are helping people return to active, healthy lives.&nbsp;

New developments in tricuspid care

Curious about plant-based eating? Tina Tran, MD, an internal medicine physician at Scripps Coastal Medical Center San Marcos, discusses the health benefits of plant-based diets and offers tips for getting started. Learn how to get enough protein, avoid nutrient gaps and build meals you'll enjoy. Explore options like vegan, vegetarian, flexitarian and macrobiotic diets to help find what works for you.

What Is a Plant-Based Diet?

In this podcast, Dr. Kalafut answers common questions about strokes including symptoms, risk factors&nbsp;and treatment. She also explains why time is critical, what BE FAST stands for and how to lower your&nbsp;risk. 📍Dr. Kalafut practices at Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion. Listen the full Q&amp;A to&nbsp;learn how Scripps is nationally recognized for stroke care.

How To Diagnose And Treat Stroke

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