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Medicine in Our Backyard

You’re invited to attend the free Medicine in Our Backyard series to hear renowned UCI Health doctors and researchers speak on a wide range of health topics. The series is sponsored by the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation in collaboration with UCI Health.

Learn more and register at the Newport Beach Public Library Foundation website ›

RSVP is required.

See the full schedule below.

Doors open 30 minutes before the presentations.

Dates Offered:

Monday, April 22, 2024 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Antibiotics: Myth versus reality

Antibiotics are often misunderstood and as a result, may face resistance in the community. Dr. Emily Blodget, a board-certified specialist in infectious diseases at UCI Health will discuss the myths and reality of antibiotic use, including what the future pipeline looks like for antibiotics.

Monday, May 20, 2024 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Understanding Aging and Your Lower Spine

Find out what you can do to manage lower back pain when Dr. Sohaib Hashmi, director of Spine Trauma for the UCI Health Department of Orthopedic Surgery, returns with part two of his lecture on understanding your spine.