The novel work of the new advanced bronchoscopy team ended up dramatically shortening what would have been a much longer hospital stay and likely prevented the 8-year-old from having to undergo a surgical intervention.
In record time, Rady Children’s Health in Orange County develops a leading pediatric advanced bronchoscopy program
The program allows pulmonologists to look inside a child’s lungs and airways using a thin, flexible camera and specialized tools without the need for open surgery. These minimally invasive techniques allow for safer, faster diagnosis and treatment of many airway and lung conditions.
Rady Children’s Hospital Orange County leads the state in implants for teens with Down syndrome who have obstructive sleep apnea
The Inspire device, a nerve stimulator that works somewhat like a pacemaker, has been implanted in 17 patients.
CHOC becomes the first children’s hospital in California to offer new therapy for patients with obstructive sleep apnea
CHOC offers new treatment to provide relief to patients with obstructive sleep apnea when traditional treatments were unsuccessful.
Virtual Pediatric Lecture Series: Chronic Cough in Children
This online discussion will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and is designed for healthcare providers.
CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals
CHOC is among a select group of pediatric facilities nationwide to be ranked as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
