CHSU Discovery

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that is related to insulin resistance and dysregulation of energy metabolism.The relationship of diabetes and hyperglycemia to atrophy in specific areas of the brain have not been fully investigated…

Introduction: System-Based Curriculum is the most widely used curricular model in U.S. medical schools. It provides an opportunity for learners to better understand the fundamental sciences over the span of the first two years of medical school and …

Abstract:Immunization completion in the United States has been a topic discussed for decades, in part due to parents being misinformed or lacking knowledge regarding the basis of immunizations. Furthermore, due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic, there…

Background: The imperative role of dietary interventions in managing chronic diseases is well-established, yet medical school graduates often feel ill-equipped to provide nutritional guidance to patients. In response, California Health Sciences Univ…

Abstract Background Celiac Disease (CD) is a common disorder that predominantly affects females. While typically thought of as a gastrointestinal (GI) disease, many CD patients present with a myriad of extraintestinal manifestations, leading to sign…

Purpose: Quality healthcare for the LGBTQ+ population requires specific knowledgeregarding this community to address their medical needs sufficiently. Current medicaleducation in the United States lacks a formal curriculum for educating students to …

Abstract Breast cancer screening (BCS) rates are below the Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) baseline target of 75th percentile in Central Valley (California). Breast cancer is the leading cancer diagnosis for women in the Un…

AbstractThe patient population at United Health Centers (UHC) Bullard in Fresno experiencesbarriers to seeking mental health resources such as lack of awareness regardingavailable resources, cultural stigma, financial constraints, lack of transporta…

AbstractPhotobiomodulation (PBM) is a non-invasive treatment modality that utilizes lightto induce intracellular changes in target tissue, leading to therapeutic effects. Thechromophore Cytochrome C Oxidase (CCO) plays a key role by absorbing light …

Background: With the prevalence of obesity, hypertension, and the convenience of unhealthy eating choices, Type II Diabetes is a growing disease that has affected millions of Americans, both young and old. Nutrition is a major component in improving…

Background: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.1 • While the exact cause of ADHD is still unk…

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) each affect many children1, and the two conditions often have overlap in symptoms2. Lack of provider knowledge and comfort in treating TBI in ASD patients could be a barrier…

Abstract Aim Nearly 10% of California’s adult population has diabetes. In California’s Central Valley, patients with T2DM face disproportionate challenges to diabetes management. Lifestyle education and modifications have been shown to l…

Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is caused by Pneumocystis Jirovecii. HIV is an RNA retrovirus that infects CD4 (T-helper) cells, which drop from normal level of 600-1000 cells/mm3 at rate of 50-100 per year in untreated people. CDC defines HIV+ person …

Abstract There is a high prevalence of uncontrolled hypertension (HTN) in California’s medically underserved central valley. Affordable and straightforward lifestyle interventions, such as the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) die…

Abstract:Introduction and Background: Functional constipation is defined by infrequent difficultbowel movements, often manifested by fecal incontinence and withholding behaviors. Incontrast, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) presents a wider range of s…

Background:COVID-19, also known as SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus that has had a profound impact on the healthcare field. While it is primarily a respiratory infection that commonly presents with symptoms such as dry cough, shortness of breath, …

Abstract Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) is increasingly prevalent and burdensome, affecting 1 in 10 people in the United States and approximately 49% of all adults in Fresno County as of 2016. T2D pathophysiology is characterized by insulin resistan…

Abstract: Ultrasound-guided pericapsular nerve group (PENG) blocks are a type of regional nerve block that has gained increasing popularity for providing effective analgesia in patients with hip fractures. This retrospective case series evaluated th…

Abstract: Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) represents neoplasms characterized by myelopoiesis with altered differentiation. Patients with MDS often present with cytopenias including anemia and thrombocytopenia. Here, we present a case of MDS in t…