​​​​​​​No pill or street drug is safe.

On August 14, Patricia and Gerald Turpanjian and their family previewed the new Interventional Radiology (IR) suite in the Torrance Memorial Lundquist Tower.

​​​​​​​Reversing the problem, with better outcomes

​​​​​​​For Kurt and Timme Gunderlock, supporting Torrance Memorial Medical Center is about building up their community.

An avid exerciser receives lifesaving cardiac care after speaking up about some symptoms that concerned him.

It’s hard to imagine Torrance Memorial Medical Center without Craig Leach at the helm. Faithful, fearless and humble, for nearly 40 years he’s charted the course, set the pace and shaped the culture of the South Bay’s finest hospital. As this beloved CEO heads for the exit, a chorus of well-wishers and community stakeholders reflect on his legacy in gratitude.

​​​​​​​In his work and his hobbies, Dr. James McKinnell has a gift of perception.

Torrance Memorial Tumor Boards enhance patient treatment and outcomes. Specialists meet weekly to develop multidisciplinary recommendations for patients diagnosed with or receiving treatment for cancer—all based on the latest national guidelines and expert opinions.

Written by Sylvia Thompson, BA, CMC, CDP, GRMS

Aida B. Hillway Leaves a Legacy Through a Residual Beneficiary Gift

Magic happens in an iconic tent at Torrance Memorial Medical Center.

Hear from a panel of experts about investment strategies and what’s happening in the market, real estate investing and managing and the real story on reverse mortgage.

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Learn what considerations are necessary in long-term care planning for in-home help, residential options and how long-term care insurance works. 

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Written by Diane Krieger  |  Photographed by Vincent Rios

Ankush Chhabra, MD, leads a double life. “I spend 100% of my time as a working cardiologist, and another 100% of my time as a medical administrator,” he jokes.

Written by Lisa Buffington  |  Photographed by Micheal Neveux

Luke and Randy (Manning) Dauchot first met in 1985 through mutual friends at a party at a community pool in Shaker Heights, Ohio, where Randy was a lifeguard and Luke a former lifeguard. Less than two years later, they married.

Learn why you need a trust and Powers of Attorney, how they work and how you can be sure your wishes are carried out.

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(Photo above:  Dan Pryor proudly walked daughter Emily down the aisle at her wedding last fall.
L to R: Karen Pryor, Dan Pryor, Emily Hardesty, Dakota Hardesty, Katie Pryor, Kevin Pryor)

Written by Melissa Bean Sterzick

Written by Melani Morose Edelstein  |  Photographed by Philicia Endelman

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When Elaine Hume-Dawson, RN, started to open the door of the OR education room, she caught a glimpse of a yellow and green banner. Then she ran out of the room.

Since the affiliation began in 2018, the South Bay community has benefited from close-to-home access to leading-edge oncology, neurosciences and cardiology care.

In 2018 Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Cedars-Sinai announced a new partnership designed to enhance health care access, coordination and quality throughout the South Bay.

Written by Phil Pavesi

Written by Laura Roe Stevens

Learn the role of professional fiduciaries in estate planning, when you might need one and how they can help in situations like incapacity and conservatorship. 

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THE PROPOSITION 19 SURPRISE

Written by Stephanie F. Bezner, Esq.

Pat Carlson has been Torrance Memorial’s resident dog whisperer for more than 20 years.

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Torrance Memorial Medical Center appointed two new distinguished members to the Foundation board: Janice Tecimer and Gina Kirkpatrick. Together, these amazing women have prioritized their families and managed careers, all while devoting years of service to the community through their extraordinary volunteer efforts. They are dedicated to serving on the board and supporting health care services provided by Torrance Memorial for the South Bay community.

From head to toe. From arteries to brain and spine. From slow-growing cancers to emergency blood clots. Torrance Memorial’s interventional radiology (IR) specialists focus on everything— literally.

(Photo above: Lindsey Ross, MD, Mina Diaz and Paula Eboli, MD)

Written by Lisa Buffington  |  Photographed by Vincent Rios

(Above) Britney Mula's medical teal (from left):  Brian Sherman, MD George So, MD fiance Timothy Webb, Britney, baby Savannah and Cheryl Sanders, MD

Written by John Ferrari  |  Photographed by Vincent Rios

Laurie Anderson Car Donation

Knowing her late husband, Keith, would be supportive of her decision, Volunteer Auxi

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George W. Graham, Torrance Memorial Medical Center’s former chief executive officer (CEO), passed away on July 8. He served Torrance Memorial for three decades as administrator, president and CEO, and president emeritus. His visionary leadership brought advanced care to the South Bay, and his legacy leaves a lasting imprint on the hospital he rebuilt from the brink of insolvency in 1975.

Written by Julie Taylor

Despite the challenges one may encounter on the path to becoming a physician, there are distinct and profound reasons for pursuing a career in medicine. It could be a childhood illness, a sick relative or parent, legacy physicians as role models, a love for science or even a dream.

Written by Melani Morose Edelstein  |  Photographed by Siri Berting

Written by Nancy Sokoler Steiner  |  Photographed by Vincent Rios

The emotion of fear is good when it prevents harm (fight or flight). On the other hand, fear can be bad when it comes to many other “should I or shouldn’t I” decisions. In the context of investments, individual investor returns...

The Lundquist Lurie Cardiovascular Institute’s New Women’s Heart Health Clinic focuses on specialized care for women in the South Bay.

Written by Laura Roe Stevens

Barbara Schulz, MD, who has worked in obstetrics and gynecology for more than 35 years, used to spend her childhood Sundays accompanying her dad to look at properties for sale in the Bay Area of Northern California. Sometimes her parents would purchase a property and then sell it for a profit. Her only request for the time spent property searching was that she could go to the corner market and pick out all the candy she wanted once they concluded their search for the day. That was the deal...

Heart, stroke and cancer patients discuss how the unique collaboration fostered healing.

Written by Christina Elston

Torrance Memorial invests in high-quality improvements to this testing center.

Written by Nancy Sokoler Steiner  |  Photographed by Vincent Rios

Opened April 2022, the complex includes urgent, primary and specialty care and related health care services in one accessible location.

Written by Lisa Buffington

Dr. George So blends medical and technical expertise to best serve his patients.

Written by Nancy Sokoler Steiner  |  Photgraphed by Vincent Rios

The body is a system. More than that, it’s a system of systems: respiratory, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and more. These systems interact and work together, so it’s no surprise an illness or treatment of one system can affect other systems. With increasing awareness of the complex interplay between the body’s systems, physicians have adopted a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.

Lori and Tom O'Hern have guild a life dedicated to making family a top priority along with wellness, staying fit, giving back and volunteering in the community.

Written by Larry Takahashi

For charitably-minded individuals who are at least 70½ years old, did you know you can make tax-free charitable donations directly from your traditional IRA?

Written by Melani Morose Edelstein

Happy couples have a way of making each other and the people around them feel good. Like Meg and Anthony Walker’s, some relationships are strong enough to endure adversity—not because of luck or chance but thanks to the continuous effort and hard work that bears success. 

Written by Nancy Sokoler Steiner, Photographed by Jennifer Carrillo

Sarina Brar Pai, DO, knows whether a woman comes for a screening mammogram, breast ultrasound or biopsy, she’s likely to feel some fear and trepidation. Dr. Pai has made it her mission to assure her patients that along with receiving excellent medical attention, they will be enveloped in caring arms.