Marina del Rey Hospital

Marina del Rey Hospital Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital provides world-class care and focuses on 4 areas of expertise:

World-class care and an intimate setting are what makes Marina Del Rey Hospital stand out among other hospitals in the area. Although we only concentrate on 4 main areas of expertise, which include spine, weight loss, orthopaedics, and minimally invasive surgery, our highly-skilled multidisciplinary team of physicians perform those services extraordinarily well. Our Spine Department offers an unsu

rpassed array of spine services provided by world-class spine surgeons. From conservative and non-surgical pain management options, to the most advanced minimally invasive spine surgery techniques, our dedicated treatment team of professionals offer their expertise for easing debilitating back pain. At Marina Weight Loss, our patients are connected to the very best-in-class bariatric surgeons who are committed to helping you achieve your weight loss goals. Our Robotics Department is also staffed with highly-trained surgeons capable of providing minimally invasive procedures using the da Vinci® Si Surgical System, while Marina Orthopaedics provides a comprehensive range of orthopaedic services to help patients regain their freedom of movement. We also offer a full range of professional caregiving services to our patients and surrounding communities, as well as gynecological services at our Women's Center. We are committed to serving our community with our excellent medical services and 24/7 emergency room care. Our physicians are devoted to delivering compassionate care so that you can regain your health and well-being.

It always seems to happen on the windiest day. A gust kicks up the dry sand and suddenly everyone is blinking and tearin...
06/17/2026

It always seems to happen on the windiest day. A gust kicks up the dry sand and suddenly everyone is blinking and tearing up. The hard part, especially with kids, is fighting the urge to rub, because that is exactly what turns a harmless speck into a scratched cornea. The fix is gentler than the instinct: let the tears flow, blink it out and rinse if you need to. Teaching little ones to blink instead of rub is one of those small beach habits that saves a miserable evening.

It is the most natural move on a scorching day. You are overheated, the water is right there, so you jump. But the bigge...
06/16/2026

It is the most natural move on a scorching day. You are overheated, the water is right there, so you jump. But the bigger the gap between hot air and cold water, the harder your body reacts, with a sharp gasp and a spike in heart rate that can strain even a healthy heart. The fix is not to skip the swim. It is to ease in instead of launching off the boat or the pier. Give your body those few seconds to catch up, and the cold turns refreshing instead of dangerous.

The ocean breeze plays a little trick on us. It keeps the air feeling cool and easy while the dry sand just past the boa...
06/15/2026

The ocean breeze plays a little trick on us. It keeps the air feeling cool and easy while the dry sand just past the boardwalk quietly bakes to well above 120°F. That is the stretch that catches people, the barefoot sprint from the car or the towel down to the waterline. A few seconds is all it takes for tender feet to burn. Slip on sandals for that walk down, and save the barefoot part for the wet sand and the water.

Here is the sneaky part. You do not need blazing sun to get caught out. A breezy, overcast coastal day feels so mild tha...
06/12/2026

Here is the sneaky part. You do not need blazing sun to get caught out. A breezy, overcast coastal day feels so mild that water is the last thing on your mind, even as the wind wicks moisture off your skin all afternoon. Then the headache turns up on the drive home.

Whether you are out on a boat, chasing kids across the sand or paddling past the break, the move is the same. Bring more water than feels necessary and sip it before you think you need it.

Swimmer's ear has a way of turning a great beach day into a miserable week. The surprising part is that the cotton swab ...
06/11/2026

Swimmer's ear has a way of turning a great beach day into a miserable week. The surprising part is that the cotton swab so many of us reach for is part of the problem, not the fix. It scratches the ear canal and strips away the wax that protects it, which is just what lets infection set in.

The better approach is simple: keep the swabs out and dry your ears gently after every swim. Swipe through for how to do it and the signs that mean it is time to come see us.

Summer is prime time for harbor cruises, whale watching and fishing charters off our coast, and nothing ends one early l...
06/10/2026

Summer is prime time for harbor cruises, whale watching and fishing charters off our coast, and nothing ends one early like a churning stomach. Here is the reassuring part: getting seasick says nothing about how tough or experienced you are. Even lifelong sailors feel it in the right swell.

The trick is to prepare before you board rather than try to wait it out, because once the nausea takes hold it is much harder to turn around. A little planning is the difference between a miserable hour at the rail and a great day on the water.

If your first instinct with a scrape is to reach for the brown bottle and watch it fizz, you are in good company. A whol...
06/09/2026

If your first instinct with a scrape is to reach for the brown bottle and watch it fizz, you are in good company. A whole generation was raised on hydrogen peroxide. But wound care has moved on, and we now know that bubbling does more to harm healing than help it.

Two things have held up: rinse with plain clean water, and keep the wound lightly moist and covered rather than letting it dry into a hard scab. Keeping a wound lightly moist and covered may help it heal more efficiently and reduce scarring. Plain and gentle wins.

06/08/2026

The Los Angeles Rams rookie class stopped by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Marina del Rey Hospital to spend time with patients, families and staff, sharing smiles, encouragement and a few unforgettable moments along the way.

Thank you to the players for bringing so much energy and joy to our hospitals. Click the link to read more about this amazing visit: https://ceda.rs/3RGl2Yc

Most doctor's appointments are shorter than you expect and it is easy to walk out feeling like you barely covered what m...
06/05/2026

Most doctor's appointments are shorter than you expect and it is easy to walk out feeling like you barely covered what mattered. A little preparation before you go in can completely change that. Know your top concern, be specific about your symptoms and always leave with a clear next step. The more your doctor knows the better they can help you.

Save this before your next visit.

Polycystic o***y syndrome affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age and yet so many women go years without a diagnosis. ...
06/04/2026

Polycystic o***y syndrome affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age and yet so many women go years without a diagnosis. On average it takes over four years from when symptoms first appear to get a proper diagnosis. That is four years of feeling confused, dismissed and not like yourself.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder that leads to higher than normal androgen levels and other hormonal imbalances, which can cause irregular periods, abnormal ovulation and changes in hair and skin. It also goes far beyond your cycle. Many women with PCOS deal with unexplained weight gain, fatigue, acne, hair thinning and mood changes that are often chalked up to stress or anxiety.

There is no known cure but there are steps that can be taken to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Diet, movement, stress management and the right medical support can make a real difference.

If you have been feeling off and not getting answers it is worth bringing up PCOS with your doctor. You know your body better than anyone.

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4650 Lincoln Boulevard
Marina Del Rey, CA
90292

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