CHSU Discovery

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…

Abstract This pilot observational study examines the effect of the COVID-19 restrictions, transportation, and healthliteracy (HL) during the pandemic on HbA1c testing rates at a local Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). We hypothesize that ide…

Amongst 40% of population with SLE who test positive for Antiphospholipid antibodies (aPL) only 7-15% of the patients develop Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome. Repeat aPL after a duration of 12 or more weeks and lack of continuity of care can some…

Abstract:Introduction: Autoimmune hepatitis is a rare autoimmune liver disease characterized by elevated liver enzymes, hypergammaglobulinemia, and autoantibodies. It predominantly affects young to middle-aged women, but can also occur in the elderl…

Abstract:A literature review was performed which found that many patients with cervixes face financial, cultural, and language barriers when accessing cervical cancer screenings1. The most significant concerns reported by patients regarding access t…

Abstract:Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) is a novel technique for the treatment of severely calcified plaque lesions that uses acoustic shockwaves in a balloon-based delivery system. Shockwaves induce calcium fractures, which facilitate stent expans…

Abstract:Heyde Syndrome is reflected by a triad of aortic stenosis, acquired von Willebrand Syndrome, and recurrent gastrointestinal bleeding from intestinal angiodysplasia. Our case reflects a scenario of a patient with severe aortic stenosis and s…

Hypertension is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease, which is an ever-growing issue that continues to plague the United States.

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 …

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…