About a quarter of children snore, and 3 percent of those will have an abnormality associated with their snoring, Dr. Paul Lubinsky, CHOC associate director of the pediatric intensive care unit, tells “American Health Journal.” The most common cause of sleep apnea is enlarged tonsils and adenoids, while obesity also has a strong correlation, says […]
In the Spotlight: Jacqueline Winkelmann, M.D.
CHOC Pediatrician Realizes Childhood Dream of Helping Kids As a child growing up in Puerto Rico, Dr. Jacqueline Winkelmann was inspired to become a pediatrician by her mother’s uncle, who was one of the first pediatric surgeons in Puerto Rico. Young Jacqueline would accompany her great-uncle on his rounds as he visited farms to see […]
CHOC Small Baby Unit Outcomes: Big Improvements for the Littlest Patients
CHOC has made significant strides in improving future prospects for babies with extremely low birth weights (ELBW).
Playground Injuries Addressed in “American Health Journal”
The most common injuries caused by falls on the playground are to the wrist and elbow, Dr. Carl Weinert, a CHOC orthopaedic surgeon, tells “American Health Journal.” It’s possible to sustain these injuries no matter how hard or soft the playground surface, says Dr. Weinert, adding that wearing wrist guards and elbow and knee pads […]
Dr. Sharief Taraman Talks with AM830′s Travis Rodgers about Kids, Sports and Concussions
Travis Rodgers, host of the Angels AM830 morning radio show “The Travis Rodgers Show” recently interviewed CHOC Pediatric Neurologist Dr. Sharief Taraman about concussions in sports, their long term effects, and how children are particularly vulnerable to serious injury. In this interview, Dr. Taraman explains how concussions can happen in any sport, not just football, […]
Conference Addresses Broad Aspects of Adolescent, Young Adult Cancer Treatment
By Dr. Leonard Sender, director Hyundai Cancer Institute at CHOC When it comes to treating an adolescent or young adult with cancer, their medical needs are unique. Equally critical are the broader aspects of care for these patients, such as oncofertility, psychosocial needs, patients’ legal rights and cancer survivorship. The list of what must factor […]
