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Heart / Cardiology

Surprise Diagnosis of Transposition of the Great Arteries: T.J.’s Story

August 30, 2018

CHOC patient T.J. with his mom wearing matching t-shirts

T.J.’s parents were expecting a healthy baby & were shocked when he was diagnosed with transposition of the great arteries.

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Heart / Cardiology Dr. Farhouch Berdjis Dr. James Chu Dr. Richard Gates Patient Stories Stories

Ask a CHOC Doc: Are Heart Palpitations Dangerous?

August 9, 2018

A pediatric cardiologist explains when palpitations, also known as irregular heartbeats, are a sign of something more concerning.

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Keeping it in the Family: Why a Disneyland Cast Member Joined CHOC Walk

June 29, 2018

Andrew credits CHOC with saving his daughter’s life, and the annual fundraiser takes place throughout his office – the Disneyland Resort.

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Heart / Cardiology Neonatology / NICU Dr. Joanne Starr Dr. Richard Gates Patient Stories Philanthropy Stories

Warming Up to Wound Care: Nico’s Story

June 20, 2018

Nico has endured several surgeries. He was naturally worried during his first wound care appointment, before he realized it didn’t hurt.

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Surprise heart defect diagnoses at birth: Noah’s story

May 2, 2018

Noah’s parents were shocked to learn that prenatal ultrasounds had missed several heart defects. Mom knew that CHOC was the right place to go.

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Heart / Cardiology Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy Dr. Joanne Starr Dr. Richard Gates Patient Stories Stories

CHOC Volunteer Forms Friendship with Patient

April 17, 2018

Through her weekly shifts and as host of weekly Story Time, Fran has formed a special bond with 12-year-old patient Evelyn.

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Meet Dr. Nita Doshi

March 2, 2018

CHOC wants its patients to get to know its specialists— meet Dr. Nita Doshi, a pediatric cardiologist with expertise in fetal cardiology.

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Heart / Cardiology Dr. Nita Doshi Staff Stories Stories
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