CHOC wants its patients and families to get to know its specialists. Meet Dr. Mary Jane Piroutek, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist.
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How Much Screen Time is Too Much?
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines on how much screen time is appropriate for children.
What Parents Should Know About Infantile Spasms
Infantile spasms are a medical emergency. Immediate treatment is critical because many children go on to develop other forms of epilepsy.
Getting your Little Patient to Follow Medication Directions
While all of us are prone to forget a dose of medication sometimes, being consistent is important. A clinical pharmacist at CHOC offers tips
Inside the Small Baby Unit: Ryan’s story
Meet Ryan, a graduate of CHOC Small Baby Unit, a place for premature babies born at less than 28 weeks or weighing less than 1,000 grams.
Living with Diabetes: One Child’s Perspective
11-year-old Ava has Type 1 diabetes. She shares her experience being diagnosed as a young child & offers tips for kids with Type 1 diabetes.
Preventing skin reactions to the sun in kids
All parents know the importance of sunscreen and dangers of sunburn. But do you know about other skin reactions to the sun?
Meet Dr. Kushal Bhakta
In recognition of prematurity awareness month, we’re highlighting Dr. Kushal Bhakta, medical director of the CHOC Small Baby Unit (SBU).
Why one mom is thankful for CHOC this year
A mom shares what she’s thankful for this holiday season: the health of her son Noah, and the strength of his complex care team at CHOC.
