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Emily M. Smith, M.D., will care for patients with various conditions that require general surgery including hernias, gallbladder disease and others.
Since 2020, Children’s & Women’s Hospital has partnered with teleGen to provide mothers the opportunity to contribute to the development of medical products for wound healing and surgical repair.

The Patient Family Advisory Council strives to promote effective and respectful partnerships among patients, families, and clinical staff members while also increasing understanding and cooperation.

It’s also important to avoid or limit foods that have the potential to cause dehydration, discomfort, or digestive issues.

USA Health regularly recognizes employees for going above and beyond in caring for patients and providing high-quality customer service.

USA Health clinicians are experts in their fields, making them trusted sources on a variety of healthcare-related news topics.

Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, accounting for more deaths than any other gynecologic cancer. Only about 20% of cases are diagnosed at an early stage, when the disease is more treatable.