Dr. Michael Recto is an expert in interventional pediatric cardiology and treats children with serious congenital heart defects.
Ryan Hansen Named Director, CHOC Heart Institute
Following a nationwide search, Ryan Hansen has been named director of the CHOC Heart Institute. In his new role, Ryan will work closely with hospital and physician leaders to advance strategies designed to make the Heart Institute a leading destination for pediatric and adolescent cardiovascular care. “CHOC is clearly an organization on the rise with […]
CHOC Expands Fetal Cardiology Program
Approximately 1 percent, or 40,000, babies in the United States are born with a congenital heart disease each year. That’s almost 5,000 babies in California alone. In order to catch problems as early as possible, fetal cardiology specialists at the CHOC Heart Institute work with pregnant women to evaluate, diagnose and manage babies in utero […]
November is Prematurity Awareness Month – CHOC Offers Innovative and Life-Saving Neonatal Care
In recognition of National Prematurity Awareness month, we’re highlighting the innovative life-saving treatment provided to some of the tiniest and most fragile babies through our neonatology services. Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death in the United States. While California has one of the lowest premature birth rates in the nation, almost 9 […]
Dr. Anjan Batra Discusses Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Though rare, sudden cardiac arrest can be due to a range of underlying cardiac conditions, a CHOC cardiologist tells “American Health Journal.” This can occur at anytime, but more often during sports activities, Dr. Anjan Batra says. Early indicators may be rapid heart rates, palpitations or chest pain during exercise. Dr. Batra recommends every child […]
International Collaboration For Pediatric Innovation
The international conversation begun at last October’s “Pediatrics 2040” has coalesced into a continuing global discussion among the best minds in pediatric innovation. The inaugural, invitation-only Pediatric Innovation Leadership Forum, held at the Ritz-Carlton Dana Point in June, brought pediatric hospitals and industry leaders together to share the ideas that are transforming pediatric medicine. Sponsored […]
