Quinn has 5 heart abnormalities and has undergone open-heart surgery. She’s cared for by the cardiac high-risk interstage program.
From CHOC mom to CHOC employee
Before Maria was a CHOC employee, she was a CHOC mom. Her son had heart surgery at just 2 days old and spent 4 months at CHOC.
A surprise heart defect diagnosis in utero: Teddy’s story
Teddy was diagnosed with anomalous pulmonary artery off the aorta. Today he’s a healthy kid thanks to the care he received at CHOC
Contending with Coarctation of the Aorta: Ella’s Story
Ella underwent heart surgery at CHOC when she was just 7 months old to correct her coarctation of the aorta. Today, she’s thriving.
Ventricular Septal Defect: Veer’s Story
Veer was born with a hole in his heart called ventricular septal defect and needed surgery to repair it. Today, he’s thriving.
Surprise Diagnosis of Transposition of the Great Arteries: T.J.’s Story
T.J.’s parents were expecting a healthy baby & were shocked when he was diagnosed with transposition of the great arteries.
Keeping it in the Family: Why a Disneyland Cast Member Joined CHOC Walk
Andrew credits CHOC with saving his daughter’s life, and the annual fundraiser takes place throughout his office – the Disneyland Resort.
Warming Up to Wound Care: Nico’s Story
Nico has endured several surgeries. He was naturally worried during his first wound care appointment, before he realized it didn’t hurt.
Surprise heart defect diagnoses at birth: Noah’s story
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.
