CHOC researchers have identified a new technique that significantly decreases pain and the need for pain medication in children following high-risk urology surgeries, a finding that was recently published in the “Journal of Pediatric Urology.” “While pain management is a fundamental part of pediatric surgical recovery and care for pediatric patients, current options involve strong […]
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Dr. Gurpreet Ahuja Addresses Tonsils, Adenoids
Severe, long-term enlargement of tonsils and adenoids can lead to strain on the heart and lungs, Dr. Gurpreet Ahuja, CHOC Specialists division chief of otolaryngology, tells “American Health Journal.” About 530,000 tonsillectomies occur annually in the United States in patients ages 15 and younger, says Dr. Ahuja. A patient would meet the criteria for a […]
Dr. Francois Lalonde Discusses Pediatric Orthopaedics
Stretching before activity as well as at home, and alternating between sports are key to prevent sports-related injuries, Dr. Francois Lalonde, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon and chief of the department of surgery at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” Children interested in a specific sport should spend three to four months each year participating in an […]
News from the PIC – November 2013
CHOC Clinical Leadership Council The CHOC Clinical Leadership Council (CLC) has been working on a variety of initiatives this year. I am very pleased to share some important updates in the areas of house-based services, sleep center expansion, new equipment available at CHOC, and the formalization of the clinical program development process. Expanded CLC Membership […]
Dr. John Schlechter Talks About Overuse Injuries in Children
In this CHOC Radio expert interview, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. John Schlechter dropped by Seacrest Studios to talk about overuse injuries in children. Many children today are involved in sports and some kids even specialize in one type of sport at a young age. Repetitive use of the same bones and joints can cause stress on […]
Look Who’s Turning 50! – Follow CHOC on Social Media
CHOC’s 50th anniversary is on Oct. 4, 2014! In honor of this golden milestone, our beloved mascot Choco Bear has launched a 50-week gratitude tour on social media to thank the hospital for helping him after falling from a tree in 1964. As part of his gratitude tour, he’ll be sharing inspiring stories, videos, trivia […]
