All CHLA Blog Posts
Published on June 8, 2023
CHLA is the first children’s hospital in the nation using the innovative Moxi delivery system.
By Sara Jones
Whether it’s R2-D2, Wall-E, Rosie from “The Jetsons,” or your own personal Roomba, chances are you’ve been captivated by at least one robot in your... Read More
Published on June 5, 2023
Investigators are exploring a novel use for nanoparticles: enhancing radiation therapy for an aggressive childhood brain tumor. Read More
Published on June 1, 2023
Study finds that T-cells expressing PD-1 may help predict recovery in children with acute liver failure. Read More
Published on May 23, 2023
A Children’s Hospital Los Angeles cardiologist is part of a pioneering project that could transform pediatric imaging for the heart, lungs and more. Read More
Published on May 23, 2023
Study finds that left-sided hypoplasia may impact the clinical course for babies born with these heart defects. Read More
Published on May 22, 2023
The teenage recipient of a rare double-organ transplant will attend Family Advocacy Day in the nation’s capital to tell lawmakers about her remarkable health journey at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Read More
Published on May 12, 2023
Four investigators share their research—and how the USC/CHLA facility will help bring novel cell therapies to clinical trials faster. Read More
Published on May 12, 2023
After her infant son was diagnosed with a rare tumor, Melissa crossed the country searching for help. She found it at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in the office of Dr. Ashley Margol, one of the few experts in an innovative therapy called MEMMAT. Read More
Published on May 12, 2023
An orthopedic oncologist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles shares the challenges—and keys to success—for this rare and complex surgery. Read More
Published on May 9, 2023
An innovative study at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles shows the importance of modeling genetic diversity in autism research. Read More
Published on May 1, 2023
Findings may lead to better diagnosis and treatment of childhood kidney cancer. Read More
Published on April 26, 2023
At birth, Martin went precious minutes without oxygen. A specialized team at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles raced to save his life—and his brain. Read More
Published on April 21, 2023
CHLA’s patients and families are integral partners in driving change and delivering world-class care. Read More
Published on April 10, 2023
CHLA’s patients and families are integral partners in driving change and delivering world-class care. Read More
Published on March 29, 2023
Fitusiran effective at preventing bleeding in patients with hemophilia A and B with inhibitors Read More
Published on March 28, 2023
Too fragile to wait for a heart transplant, the 4-week-old needed a breakthrough to survive. Shortly before Christmas 2021, she became the first patient born with a single ventricle to receive a ventricular assist device at CHLA—and continues to beat the odds. Read More
Published on March 23, 2023
Dr. DiStefano joined CHLA in 2021 and is the lead psychologist for the Boone Fetter Clinic. Read More
Published on March 23, 2023
The wrong type of baby equipment—or using it incorrectly—could harm a child’s development and lead to hip issues. An orthopedic specialist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles explains what all parents should know. Read More
Published on March 22, 2023
Jaycee manages the processing area of the Pannaraj Lab—handling PCR testing of study participants for COVID-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Read More
Published on March 19, 2023
Samantha is a PhD student exploring a potential therapeutic target in drug-resistant leukemia. Read More