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Older African American woman sitting with a white male doctor holding a stethiscope up to her chest

“Interconnected” care makes the difference for one very complex patient

A coordinated team of experts, all under one roof, work to improve the health of a patient with complex conditions.

February is American Heart Month, get to know our cardiologist Dr. James Pinney

Dr. James Pinney is a UCLA medical school graduate and an accomplished cardiologist who found a way decrease the formation of scar tissue and promote improved healing and better long-term heart function.

Photo of Dr Pyo with an african american female patient

Protect your heart

Get to know your heart during National Heart Awareness month.

National Diabetes Awareness Month

In recognition, we’re providing education, tips and resources.

Meet the Joyful Dr. Myron Hall

Dr. Myron Hall feels joy about doing his life’s work at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital and his joy is contagious.

Good Health News From The Barber

Nine barbershops in South Los Angeles are teaming with MLKCH to bring health education to men in a place that feels comfortable: the barber’s chair.

Building a Relationship with Good Health

This family found a doctor they loved and it changed their relationship to health. See how access to high-quality care impacted three generations.

Nurses Make Heart Health A Priority

Patients with congestive heart failure often get readmitted to the hospital. Here’s what a group of determined MLKCH nurses did to help them better manage their condition.