When Elisa Schoenfeld, a child development specialist, learned she had tested positive for a BRCA gene mutation, she knew it raised her risk for breast and ovarian cancer. She and her daughter, Amira, who received similar genetic test results, visited the BRCA Ovarian Previvor Clinic at Cedars-Sinai.
Tag: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Cedars-Sinai Cancer Welcomes Gynecologic Oncologist Margaret Liang, MD
Gynecologic oncologist Margaret Liang, MD, has joined the Cedars-Sinai Cancer Division of Gynecologic Oncology, providing care and clinical services for patients within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She also joins as director for the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program.
Mapping Endometriosis: A Vast Cellular Atlas Is Created
Investigators at Cedars-Sinai have created a unique and detailed molecular profile of endometriosis to help improve therapeutic options for the millions of women suffering from the disease.
New National Guidelines Aim to Prevent Obesity in Midlife Women
Women between 40 and 60 years old are the focus of new national guidelines aimed at preventing unhealthy weight gain that can lead to serious illness. The study review paper and clinical guidelines are published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
Mazel Tov! Fourth Generation Born at Cedars-Sinai
When Arnold Paul was born at Kaspare Cohn Hospital in 1924, no one knew a family tradition was starting.