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Melody Therapy at CHOC Improving Lives For Patients With Heart Disease

February 17, 2011

A little girl holds a drawing with a painted heart

The new Melody Transcatheter Pulmonary Valve (TPV) Therapy is a less invasive procedure which can delay the need for open heart surgery.

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Heart / Cardiology

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

October 5, 2010

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There are many ways to commemorate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, including sharing your own story of a loved one.

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Down Syndrome Neurology

How to decrease performance anxiety in young athletes

May 10, 2010

A girl equestrian athlete jumps on a horse high barrier.

Q & A with Dr. Nadia Torres-Eaton, Pediatric Psychologist at CHOC on how to manage anxiety related to what we know as “stage fright.”

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Health Mental Health Sports and Fitness

Common Surgeries in Children – What Parents Should Know

May 6, 2010

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Dr. Ali Kavianian explains what some of the most common surgeries in children are, and when to know when your child may need surgery.

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Pediatric Surgery

Sprained Ankle, When to Call the Pediatrician

April 15, 2010

girl misstepping and twisting her ankle

The ankle is the most commonly sprained joint. If your child has a joint injury with excessive swelling or pain, consult your pediatrician.

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CHOC Program Provides Comprehensive Care for Children with Down Syndrome

November 9, 2009

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CHOC’s Down Syndrome Program will focus on diagnosing and treating the complex medical aspects of Down syndrome.

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Down Syndrome

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