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 […]
In the Spotlight: CHOC Specialists Pediatric Surgery
“I would never live in a community that doesn’t have a children’s hospital,” says Dr. Mustafa Kabeer, a CHOC Specialists pediatric surgeon. Dr. Kabeer and his three partners – all fathers – firmly believe that ill or injured children require the clinical expertise and compassionate, family-centered care unique to pediatric facilities, like CHOC. “Kids aren’t […]
Dr. Troy Reyna Discusses Lumps, Bumps in Children
Though commonly found in children, lumps and bumps are don’t always require surgery, Dr. Troy Reyna, a pediatric surgeon at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” These conditions can occur anywhere under the skin, and are commonly found in the head and neck region, says Dr. Reyna. Learn more about lumps and bumps in “American Health […]
Dr. Leonard Sender Discusses Genomic Cancer Research
Genomic cancer treatment examines a patient’s genomes to reveal individualized treatment to battle cancer, says CHOC’s Dr. Leonard Sender.
Dr. Pierangelo Renella Addresses Cardiac MRIs
A cardiac MRI is an advanced imaging technique that is non-invasive and uses to magnets to help diagnose heart problems, Dr. Pierangelo Renella, a cardiologist at CHOC Heart Institute, tells “American Health Journal.” Using no radiation, cardiac MRIs are often relied upon in cases when standard imaging techniques are insufficient, says Dr. Renella. Learn more […]
Dr. Katherine Andreeff Discusses Bacterial, Viral Infections
Patient history and physical examinations are sometimes not enough to determine whether an infection is viral or bacterial, Dr. Katherine Andreeff, a hospitalist at CHOC, tells “American Health Journal.” In these cases, blood work and imaging may be required to make an accurate diagnosis, says Dr. Andreeff. Hand-washing and vaccination can help prevent infections, whether […]
