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Sandra - Before and After Gastric Sleeve Surgery at UCLA

Sandra's Story - Gastric Sleeve, VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy)

I met with Dr. Chen and his Magnificent team, Endocrinologist, Nurses, Psychologist, Nutritionist, and they walked me through all the process of having the Gastric Sleeve Surgery.
February 20, 2024   |  
2 min read
About Us
Cancer

PF's Patient Story - Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma

Dear Dr. St. John, I have come to the deeper understanding that the definition of Care has many different meanings. Thank God I found you at UCLA. You redefined the term Care in the most meaningful way.
January 18, 2024   |  
2 min read
Diana and Nanette before surgery
Healthy Lifestyle
Elven's Story - Gastric Sleeve, Before and After Photos

Elven's Story - Gastric Sleeve

Dear UCLA Bariatric Team, I don’t know where to start, you saved my life! Thank you from the bottom of my of heart.
December 5, 2023   |  
2 min read
Andre LaPierre
Cancer,
Science & Research

Pioneering surgical approach is a lifesaver for New Jersey resident Andre LaPierre

LaPierre, a successful real estate broker who has been married to his wife, Judy, for 43 years and is the father of three and grandfather to eight, decided to look for a second opinion and found himself going nearly 3,000 miles west to UCLA Health.
November 14, 2023   |  
5 min read
Lorena's Story - Before and After Gastric Sleeve Surgery at UCLA

Lorena's Story - Gastric Sleeve

My experience with Dr. Chen and his team were excellent, from the first appointment until 2-1/2 years later it has been excellent.
October 25, 2023   |  
1 min read
Pediatric patient Stella crashes through the banner at her superhero-reveal party

Pediatric cardiac patient gets a superhero surprise at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital

Patients from local children’s hospitals were given superhero makeovers by Hollywood costume designers and artists. Stella, a pediatric cardiology patient at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, was not well enough to attend the event so, on June 8, 2023, Lollipop Theatre and her UCLA Health care team brought the event to her.
October 25, 2023   |  
2 min read
Bob and Stacey
Cancer,
Science & Research

Radiation therapy clinical trial at UCLA Health is right approach for Oakland business owner

“My colleague told me about how UCLA had a world-renowned reputation for treating this disease and it was the only place I should go,” McCarrick said. “So I spoke with Dr. Kishan and felt very confident with him and his approach.”
August 28, 2023   |  
5 min read
mark perloe
Cancer

Radiation treatment proves to be answer for doctor with prostate cancer

Atlanta-based fertility specialist Mark Perloe, MD, has 32 years of medical experience under his belt. So when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he thought he knew what to do. But he is the first to admit that was actually far from the truth.
August 21, 2023   |  
5 min read
About Us
Cancer

John's Story - Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma

In my personal experience, Dr. Maie St. John is an absolutely world-class head and neck surgeon and medical research scientist, and a most wonderful human being.
July 3, 2023   |  
5 min read
Nancy Mendez, left, visits Dr. Yalda Afshar for a check-up with her two youngest sons. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Mendez)
Healthy Lifestyle

For mom of 4, journey to motherhood includes coming to terms with congenital heart disease

UCLA Health has taken a team approach to providing a lifetime of care for Nancy Mendez and her children.
July 3, 2023   |  
9 min read
Joanna's Story - Before and After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery

Joanna's Story - Gastric Bypass Surgery

Ever since I was a kid I struggled with my weight. I tried countless amounts of diets, prescription diet pills, exercising, and even went to weight loss camp at the age of 12.
June 8, 2023   |  
3 min read