For Physicians and Clinicians
Published on November 4, 2014
Mark Urata, MD, chief, Division of Plastic & Maxillofacial Surgery at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, as well as chief, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, discusses the future of pediatric... Read More
Published on July 10, 2014
By Marian E. Williams, PhD, program area lead, Early Childhood Mental Health Programs at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and associate professor of clinical pediatrics. 1
8-month-old “Karla” was playing on the slide at the park in her neighborhood, her mother sitting on a... Read More
Published on February 28, 2014
By Jennifer Jing, MS, media liaison and science writer, Marketing Communications, Saban Research Institute at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
For our final blog post in recognition of heart month research, let’s talk about beats—heart beats!
Pacemakers and Little... Read More
Published on November 5, 2013
The holiday season is a joyful time of the year, but it also can be stressful for kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Preparing and planning early for the holidays can help you relieve some of the holiday stress.
Members of the Autism Parent Advisory Board at... Read More
Published on May 21, 2013
By Karen Rogers, PhD, Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, USC University Center for Excellence in Developmental Pediatrics.
Recently we talked about how to help prevent bullying of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), an all too common problem. Just as scary... Read More
Published on March 1, 2013
By Valerie N. Lacuesta, AuD, CCC-A, Pediatric Audiologist in the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
In the United States, hearing loss is estimated to affect two to four newborns out of 1,000. Newborn hearing screenings are now mandatory at birth. ... Read More
Published on January 21, 2013
In just a few days, Henri Ford, MD, MHA, surgeon-in-chief at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles will fly to his native country, Haiti, to help oversee the distribution of donated pediatric medical equipment, supplies and hospital furniture. The entire shipment is valued at $326,102... Read More
Published on November 6, 2012
Halloween is in the rearview mirror; a holiday filled with chocolate, candy and other indulgent treats! Many people associate eating too many sweets and junk food, with diabetes. With November being National Diabetes Month, it’s the perfect opportunity to spotlight diabetes in... Read More
Published on August 31, 2012
September 1 marks the beginning of Sickle Cell Awareness month and we invite you to join our efforts in raising awareness of this rare disease. Our sickle cell patients rely on regular blood transfusions to prevent stroke, treat anemia, heart and lung complications and chronic... Read More
Published on January 29, 2010
A recent NPR article about rebuilding efforts in post-earthquake Haiti featured this photo slideshow that includes gripping images of Childrens Hospital Chief of Surgery, Dr. Henri Ford.
The photos play to audio from a Morning Edition radio... Read More
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Tragedy and disaster strikes when we least expect it. School shootings and natural disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes or forest fires are prime examples of how trauma and disaster can affect children and families. Parents should encourage their children to express their... Read More