With the opening of the Bill Holmes Tower this spring, CHOC now has a new, state-of-the-art pediatric Gastroenterology Lab, located on the tower’s third floor. Previously located at St. Joseph Hospital, the new lab at CHOC brings many benefits to young patients and physicians community-wide. “The staff is all pediatric-trained and focused, which is a […]
Taking on Tomorrow: National Pediatric Innovation Summit & Awards
Many of us involved in Pediatrics have a front-row seat in today’s health care arena. Diseases of adulthood often have their origins in childhood, and pediatric providers are well positioned to spot problems, head them off and lead the search for safe and lasting solutions. This makes pediatric care a hotbed for innovation, from personal […]
Keep Calm, and Call an Anesthesiologist
While vacationing recently in Palm Springs, CSA member Dr. Ian Chait and his family were enjoying their hotel’s pool and gardens. Dr. Chait was chatting with one of his friends, who had just finished reminiscing about how he used to be a lifeguard when he was younger. Suddenly Dr. Chait’s youngest daughter screamed for help. […]
New Resources for Referring Physicians Now on CHOC.org
In an effort to continue to improve physician communications, new online resources for referring physicians have just been added to CHOC website. Please visit www.choc.org/referrals today! Highlights include: Referral Information Directory – Available to provide referring physicians with important contact numbers, including the Patient Access Center, CHOC Specialty Clinics and CHOC Specialists locations. Referral Guidelines […]
CHOC Ranked Among Nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals
CHOC has been ranked as one of the nation’s best children’s hospitals in U.S. News & World Report’s 2013-14 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings, available today at www.usnews.com/childrenshospitals. CHOC ranked in the following specialties: Cancer; Diabetes & Endocrinology; Neonatology; Neurology & Neurosurgery; Pulmonology; and Urology. U.S. News introduced the Best Children’s Hospitals rankings in 2007 to […]
CHOC Physician Survey Ends June 9th
The 2013 Physician Engagement Survey deadline has been extended to Sunday, June 9, 2013. Don’t miss this important opportunity to provide CHOC with your confidential feedback to better serve you and your patients! Please look for your email from Morehead Associates, an independent research firm, with your survey link and password. Thank you in advance […]