California is a U.S. state spanning the southern half of the west coast. With a population of 37 million and an area of 158,402 square miles (410,000 km2), California is the largest U.S. state in population and the third largest in area.
The region was inhabited by Native Americans of Asian origin before European explorers started to make sporadic visitations during the 16th Century. California had the highest density and greatest diversity of indigenous peoples in what is now the United States. Spain colonized the coastal areas of the territory starting in 1769. As a result of the Mexican War of Independence, California became a part of the Mexican Republic in 1821. It was subsequently captured by the United States in the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) which was concluded with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The California Gold Rush of 1848-1849 brought about 90,000 additional U.S. immigrants into the state, and California became the 31st state of the United States in 1850.
Although the state's sunny climate has given it a historic reputation for being laid back compared to the East Coast, the $1.55 trillion (as of 2005) California economy is larger than all but the top 7 national economies in the world * and is responsible for 13% of the United States' $13 trillion gross domestic product (GDP). The state's major predominant industries include agriculture, entertainment, light manufacturing, and tourism. California is also the home of several significant economic regions such as Hollywood (entertainment), the California Central Valley (agriculture), Silicon Valley (computers and high tech), and the Wine Country (wine).
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Gynecology Medical Group, Inc. - A group of female physicians listing patient care information, location and hours. (Pasadena, California)
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Advanced Gynecology Solutions-Paul Indman, M.D - Dr.Indman explains rapid diagnosis and treatment of heavy menstrual periods, the Essure in office no-incision method of sterilization, and other advanced gynecologic solutions. Located in Los Gatos.
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Anjali Tate, MD - Gynecologist, obstetrician, specializing in menopause, osteoporosis, Ob-Gyn serving San Jose areas.
Athena Women's Medical Group - Women's health specialists focusing on laparoscopy, treatment of infertility, stress and urge urinary incontinence, and chronic pelvic pain. (San Francisco, California)
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B. Kaye Kashanchi, M.D., FACOG - About the doctor, OG procedures and practice information. Serving Beverly Hills and Encino.
Meta Description: [ Doctor B. Kaye Kashanchi, M.D. - Physicians - Obstetrics & Gynecology websites in the Los Angeles Beverly Hills, California area. Specialist of Gynecological Services, Vaginal Rejuvenation , Labia Reduction and Laparoscopic ]
California Obstetrics and Gynecology Services - Inglewood. Collaborative practice of midwives and physicians. Physicians focus on complex medical needs while midwives focus on the normalcy of pregnancy and birth.
Meta Description: [ California Obstetrics and Gynecology Services (COGS), is a practice in which midwives and board certified OB/GYN physicians collaborate to offer a full spectrum of birth options in a warm and caring environment. ]
Channel Islands Obstetrics and Gynecology - Includes practice information and hospital affiliations. (Camarillo, California)
Daryoosh Samimi, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. - Listing of testimonials, office location, lecture series and related information. Located in Fountain Valley.
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Dr. Mauricio Levine, Ob/Gyn - Providing complete Ob/Gyn care, bilingual(english spanish) physician and staff. Resources and links to health related topics and health news.
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Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz - Los Angeles practice affiliated with Cedars Sinai Medical Center. Information about the office and helpful patient educational materials.
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Dr. Zena Levine - Board certified Gynecologist, Obstetrician, OB-GYN, practicing in Los Gatos.
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California. Specializing in Healthcare for Women,
including Obstetrics and Gynecology. ]
OB-GYN Women Physicians Associates, Inc. - Gynecology, obstetrics, synecologic surgery, infertility, and laser surgery is available. (Los Gatos, CA)
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Perinatal Associates of Central California Medical Group - Limited to the care of women with high-risk pregnancies, associated with Fresno Community Hospital. (Fresno, California)
Tammy Pham, M.D. - Ob/gyn practice listing office and insurance information. San Diego.
Women's Community Medical Clinic - Health education information on many topics, helpful links to national, state and local agencies and hotlines. English, Spanish and Vietnamese speaking staff. (Jose, California)
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speaking services ]
Women's Health Specialists - An ob/gyn practice associated with Washington Hospital. Practice control center, provider, and affiliate information is also provided. (Fremont, California)
Yvette Gentry, M.D. and Angelyn Thomas, M.D. - Information provided on women's health care, services, insurance, articles, links, baby pictures and patient resources in Oakland.
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