An intracapsular tonsillectomy results in less bleeding and pain; a reduced need for pain medication; and a rapid return to normal diet.
How painless tonsillectomies are changing CHOC patients’ recoveries
After hearing her mother’s stories of the aftermath of her teenage tonsillectomy, Jenna Opp was a little worried before the same procedure.
Cochlear Implants as a Journey to Hearing: Gracie’s Story
Gracie’s parents were heartbroken to discover she had severe hearing loss. After receiving cochlear implants, she’s thriving.
Big Sister Gives Back to Honor CHOC
Lily’s sister, Makenna loved her before she was even born. Seeing the way CHOC’s rehab team members cared for Lily inspired her to give back.
5-year-old Rayaan fights brain, spinal cord inflammation
When Rayann was 16 months old, he caught what seemed like a cold. Soon, he was in CHOC’s pediatric intensive care unit fighting for his life.
