Blog posts
From Fetal Diagnosis to Fontan Procedure to Fun-loving Kid
March 4, 2024
The specialized Fetal Cardiology Program in the Heart Institute at CHLA helps kids like E.J. who are born with heart defects grow up stronger and healthier.
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Launches Pediatric Bariatric Surgery Program
January 29, 2024
Bariatric surgery is one part of a comprehensive CHLA program aimed at improving the long-term health of children and adolescents living with obesity.
Lifesaving Brain Surgery Rescues Buddy From a Rare Encephalitis
January 23, 2024
Rasmussen’s encephalitis imperiled Buddy’s life. Doctors performed a hemispherectomy, disarming his epileptic seizures by separating the two sides of his brain.
Small Baby Unit Enhances Care for Preterm Infants
January 18, 2024
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles launched a Small Baby Unit to optimize care for critically ill babies born before 32 weeks of gestation.
Chuck Lorre: Making the Grade
December 4, 2023
Prolific television writer and producer Chuck Lorre channels his philanthropic giving to support STEM education for young academics from underserved communities.
Heidy Paniagua: In Her Own Words
December 4, 2023
A Chuck Lorre Research Scholar reflects on her time at CHLA.
Marta Miller: A Source of Inspiration On and Off the Ice
December 4, 2023
Marta, a patient in the Jackie and Gene Autry Orthopedic Center and a proud Junior Ambassador, has raised more than $50,000 for CHLA through ice skating exhibitions and more.
Sawyer the Warrior
November 17, 2023
Afflicted with severe myocarditis as an infant, Sawyer beat the odds and got a second chance at life with a new heart.
When to Call the Doctor for Your Child’s Fever
November 15, 2023
Here's what you should do if your child has a fever, when you should you call the doctor, and how fever is related to COVID-19 and MIS-C.
Florence Flips Cancer Into a Communal Victory
November 13, 2023
Family, friends and strangers helped Florence and her family through cancer treatment. Now the grateful 5-year-old is giving back.