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As the world’s third-most prevalent illness, migraines force more than 1 billion people worldwide to endure throbbing headaches, often in tandem with distorted vision and nausea. Among the effective remedies for this condition is cosmetic surgery, first discovered by Bahman Guyuron, MD who noted sustained migraine relief among patients who…

Health information has become a major target for cybercriminals. As more personal, sensitive data is recorded digitally for easier access and sharing between providers, it has also created a new range of vulnerabilities for patients. Sensitive medical information isn’t just limited to what you share with your doctor during an…

In 2019, for the first time, there were more women than men enrolled in U.S. medical schools (50.5%), according to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). This headway builds on 2017’s milestone when, for the first time, women comprised the majority of first-year medical students.  This positive trend shows…

Dr. Lisa Cassileth was recently featured in Elle Magazine in an article exploring the current rise of plastic surgery and aesthetic procedures. As a board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, Dr. Cassileth is often consulted as a plastic surgery expert by various media outlets. She is honored to share her…

Dr. Lisa Cassileth was recently consulted by RealSelf News for her expert opinion on exercise and movement after breast surgery. Dr. Cassileth is known throughout Los Angeles and nationally as a leading board-certified plastic surgeon and she is often featured in the media. She was happy to share her expertise…

The Smart Patient Questions. There are the obvious questions that most patients know to ask, like, Is the doctor board-certified? – And then there are key questions that the super savvy patients ask. I’ve put together a list of these questions and my responses to share with you. These questions…