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Liposculpture

Liposculpture is a popular and widely used procedure that improves or restores facial and body contouring through minimally invasive surgery. The procedure usually entails removing fat depos..

Endometriosis

Ling CHANG, Obstetrician & Gynecologist

As the name suggests, endometriosis is a condition affecting the endometrial tissue in the uterus or tissue in the uterine cavity. Recent years have seen an increase in the diagnosis of endo..

Heartburn: It’s Not a Cardiac Issue

Some people periodically experience a burning sensation inside their chest cavities. Most people call this “heartburn.” Over 50% of Americans experience heartburn at least once in their li..

Caring for Your Colon

There have been numerous articles published on the importance of colonoscopies in early detection of colorectal cancer (CRC). Most recently, The Register-Guard newspaper published an article..

Caring for Your Skin During the Winter Months

Renhua NA, Deputy Director of the UFH Center for Clinical Research, Dermatologist

Your skin is the largest organ that you have in your body and it is one that has multiple uses. It not only covers and protects everything inside your body, but it also helps your body stay ..

Keep Your Skin Sun Safe

Renhua NA, Deputy Director of the UFH Center for Clinical Research, Dermatologist

Whether it’s picnicking, golfing, swimming, gardening, or just relaxing on the grass, summer brings with it a host of fun outdoor activities. As you enjoy yourself outside, be safe and don’..

Having a Good Foundation, from a Dermatology Perspective

Shan YUAN, Chair of Dermatology, Dermatologist

Foundation – of the makeup variety – is the basis for adjusting color, improving skin texture, and covering flaws. Foundation that looks natural on your face is the best choice for everyda..

Dermal Issues in Thermal Conditions

Shan YUAN, Chair of Dermatology, Dermatologist

When the summer sun is high in the sky, the first concern most people have – after locating the nearest ice cream vendor – is what effect the sun is having on their skin. I want to address..

Current Information on Air Pollution Risks in China

Shelley Ochs, TCM Physician

Air pollution levels in China can be a serious public health concern, both in the short and long term. In this health brief, we explain the major risks, as well as steps you and your family ..

Laparoscopic Surgery for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

How does gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) develop? At the lower end of the esophagus, where it joins the stomach, there is a circular ring of muscle called the lower esophageal sphinc..

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