‘I want families to know they have a trusted partner when an injury happens. I believe in taking time to educate patients and parents so they understand both the diagnosis and the recovery process.’
Kazaam! Comic Assent earns kudos as tool for young patients to better grasp research studies
Colorful comics aid young patients in understanding and providing assent for participation in research studies to advance treatments.
For the pediatrician: Diagnosis and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries in sports
A CHOC expert in sports medicine offers strategies to pediatricians for successfully diagnosing, referring and treating sports injuries.
5 things pediatricians should know about rheumatologic diseases
CHOC’s medical director of rheumatology offers tips for pediatricians to spot signs of juvenile arthritis, musculoskeletal pain and more.
Mental health specialists value being embedded in primary care clinics
New CHOC study integrating mental health into primary care seeks patients to receive cognitive therapy and/or medication.
AAP updates breastfeeding policy for the first time in a decade
In its new guidance, the AAP calls on pediatricians to support parents to breastfeed for two years or more for health benefits.
