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Better Sleep Leads to Better Brain Health
by Omid Mehdizadeh
Sleep disruption can lead to fatigue, irritability, lack of focus, depression, and overall quality of life issues. Do you have sleep apnea?
Sniffing Out Solutions to Seasonal Allergies │ Michael Yong, MD
by Anthony Effinger
Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, affects about 1 in 5 people, causing symptoms like congestion, sneezing, and a runny or stuffy nose due to allergens such as pollen and pet dander. Dr. Michael Yong, a board-certified otolaryngologist at PNI, specializes in minimally invasive treatments for nose, sinus, and skull base disorders. Over-the-counter medications often help, but Dr. Yong offers advanced procedures for more severe cases. Listen to the episode to learn about effective solutions for rhinitis.
Examples of Excellence: Dr. Chester Griffiths & the LA Kings
by Zara Jethani
Now celebrating 20 years with the team, Chester Griffiths, MD, FACS, has been a member of the Los Angeles Kings medical staff since 2002 as their maxillofacial plastic surgeon. Find out more about his philosophy of excellence.
Is Your Nose Bent Out Of Shape? Maybe It’s A Deviated Nasal Septum
by PNI Experts
Did you know that an estimated 80 percent of people in the United States struggle with breathing properly due to a crooked or deviated nasal septum? Read Dr. Kian Karimi's article about what you should know and how you can be treated for this condition.
What is Chronic Sinusitis?
by Abbas Anwar
Chronic sinusitis is the persistent inflammation of your paranasal sinuses that lasts for 3 months or longer. Find out what you can do about it.
Meet Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery’s Pathfinder | Dr. Chester Griffiths
by Anthony Effinger
When patients ask him what he does in brain and pituitary surgeries, Dr. Chester Griffiths tells them that he “opens the curtains for the main event.” Dr. Griffiths is a head and neck surgeon, and it’s his job to get brain surgeons where they need to go.
Nasal Sinus Surgery
by Guest Author
Twenty three year old Chris, a Los Angeles native, came in to see Chester Griffiths, MD, at the Pacific Eye, Ear & Skull Base Center at Pacific Neuroscience Institute, for chronic sinus issues along with a deviated septum. After meeting with Dr. Griffiths and his...
Patient Story: When A Pimple Was Actually Skin Cancer
by Zara Jethani
In this incredible story about a remarkable patient, which aired on “The Doctors”, what looked like a tiny pimple on a patient’s nose, turned out to be a very deeply seated cancer. Her dermatologist referred her to Dr. Kian Karimi. What happened next will shock you.
What is Septorhinoplasty?
by Kian Karimi
Millions of people suffer from a deviated septum, sometimes associated with narrowing of the nasal passageways. This condition leads to chronic dry mouth, increased snoring, decreased exercise tolerance, and diminished overall quality of life. A septorhinoplasty procedure is an effective way to open the nasal...
Gary Busey Puts His Faith In Top ENT Surgeon Dr. Chester Griffiths
by Zara Jethani
When well-known actor and comedian Gary Busey came to see Dr. Chester Griffiths, a seemingly innocent nosebleed turned out to be something more sinister.
Last updated: October 18th, 2018