Our family here at South Coast Medical Group OC is growing. Meet our new Physician Assistant, Brian Barragan! Brian was born in Santa Monica, California and has lived in Southern California for the majority of his life. As a son of an LAPD Police Officer, Brian developed a strong work ethic, discipline, and passion for serving… Read more »
This time of year marks the start of celebrations, memorable family events, and great food. However, many people struggle with their eating habits during the holiday season. With a table full of homemade dishes and desserts, it can seem nearly impossible not to indulge. Going in for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths may sound… Read more »
Our family here at South Coast Medical Group OC is growing! Meet our new Physician Assistant, Stacy Tse! Stacy is a native Californian and has lived in Southern California her entire life. As a youth, she was always very active and athletic but also was driven to constantly learn. She spent many years competing in… Read more »
Halloween is a fun holiday for children filled with lots of creativity, costumes, and, most importantly, candy. For kids, it is one of the best days of the year. From dressing up as their favorite superheroes to spending the evening trick-or-treating around the neighborhood, there is nothing more exciting to look forward to during the… Read more »
With so many things to get done in a day, many people underestimate the importance of getting quality rest every night. We depend on coffee to give us a boost in the morning, just to fight the 2 p.m. crash later on. For the go-getters, it can be difficult to prioritize sleep when it feels… Read more »
We have all reached a point in our working lives where we have felt tired and defeated. Repeated days of stress and anxiety can become overwhelming. Often, people confuse these feelings for burnout. Burnout, however, brings much deeper symptoms. There are three main things that happen when you experience burnout: you become chronically exhausted, detached… Read more »
As we get closer to the end of the year, there is more than just trick-or-treating and holiday spirit in the air. It is the season of sneezing and coughing, also known as the cold and flu season. Fighting off an illness takes a toll on your body and can affect your personal and work… Read more »
As summer comes to an end, now is the time for families to gear up for school. For parents and children alike, going back to school can create a lot of pressure and stress. Even though you can’t keep an eye on your child inside the classroom, there are many ways to encourage healthy habits… Read more »
Summer is the best season for enjoying the sunshine and heat outdoors. For many beachgoers, laying on the sand for hours to get a bronze tan sounds like an ideal day, but your skin can prove otherwise. The long days of summer create more chances to be exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. A sunburn… Read more »
As we begin the summer season, many of us are getting ready to take vacations, enjoy the warmer weather, and unwind. With so much to look forward to, it can be easy to forget all of the healthy habits that were formed over the past few months. In order to avoid feeling bogged down by… Read more »