CHSU Discovery

Abstract Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally. Incidence rates among individuals under 50 years are rising, which has led to the lowering of the recommended screening age from 50 to 45 years for those at an av…

Abstract:Coccidioidomycosis is endemic in the western hemisphere, commonly occurring through inhalation of arthroconidia. Sixty percent are asymptomatic, while 40% have pneumonia-like symptoms. Extra-thoracic coccidioidomycosis has an overall incide…

Abstract:Introduction and Background: Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a severe, life-threatening inflammatory disorder, with an estimated annual incidence of 1.5 per million, affecting multiple organ systems and carrying a high risk of m…

Primary brain tumors are considered relatively rare. Most cases of brain tumors consist of metastatic disease from the lung, breast, colon, and kidney. The most common primary brain tumors include meningiomas, glioblastomas, and astrocytomas. Brain …

Abstract: Introduction: Emphysematous gastritis, characterized by air within the stomach wall due to gas-producing organisms, presents with symptoms of abdominal distention, tenderness, and acute abdomen bearing a high mortality rate of 60-80%. Conv…

Abstract Context: Premedical preparatory programs at osteopathic medical schools that recruit students from medically underserved areas (MUAs) may promote interest in practicing osteopathic medicine in underserved areas. In these programs, fostering…

Abstract: Introduction/Background: Malignant Mucosal melanoma (MMM) arising from melanocytes in the mucosal linings of the body, is the least common and most aggressive form of melanoma. The Pathogenesis of mucosal melanoma is not well known compare…

Abstract:  Purpose of Study: The patient, a previously healthy 32-year-old female, initially presented with psychiatric symptoms, including psychosis, agitation, and delusions. Subsequent neurological examination revealed the presence of s…

Diabetes has been an increasing public health concern. Clinical trials from Community Diabetes Education led by community healthcare workers have been a cost-effective way of reducing diabetes complications in Mexican Americans. Culturally tailored …

Background: 20% of older adults experiencing mental and neurological disorders.During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and the shelter-in-place orders, loneliness and social isolation were higher than ever before.Depression is commonly underdiagn…

Introduction:Coccidioidomycosis, or Valley Fever, is a fungal infection found in the Southwestern United States (1). It iscaused by inhaling fungal spores and can lead to respiratory illness and potentially fatal complications(2). Purpose: The study…

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) involves the replacement of pathologic hip joints withprosthetic implants to restore functionality and alleviate pain. Current implants forreplacing the acetabulum use a "press-fit" application with no screws; however, i…

Abstract Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third largest cause of cancer-induced mortality worldwide. The MYConcogene is a prevalent driver of human neoplasia, including HCC. Immune checkpoint inhibitors have succeeded in treating many MYC-drive…

Background: Social determinants of health (SDOH), including socioeconomic status and education, significantly impact health outcomes and disparities. However, addressing SDOH in clinical practice remains challenging. Camarena Health utilizes the Pro…

Abstract In Madera, California, in the heart of the Central Valley, Camarena Health’s patient population consists of mostly Hispanic/Latino individuals and migrant farmworkers. The current literature on self-measured blood pressure  (SMBP…

Introduction: Team-Based Learning (TBL) has revolutionized large-class education withits interactive, structured approach. At California Health Sciences University, College ofOsteopathic Medicine (CHSU-COM), TBL has been a cornerstone teachingmethod…

AbstractBackground: Youth sports are increasingly shifting towards a “pay to play” model in which financial barriers exist for participation. There is limited research that examines the accessibility of Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) baske…

Abstract Intro Distant learning has been on the rise over the past few decades, highlighting a need to continue enhancing the online TBL learning experience. This need was magnified by the COVID-19 Pandemic which created a sudden dramatic shift towa…

Abstract Seeking help for mental health concerns is a social barrier that is just part of the battle for the Hispanic/Latino/a/x community– financial and systemicdisadvantages have created a significant gap in the accessibility and quality of …

This study will aim to identify the Latino/a/e/x communities’ perspectives regarding the term Latinx. The term originated in the early 2000s and began gaining popularity with the media around 2010 (Guidotti-Hernández, 2017). The term la…