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Masimo’s Founder and CEO Joe Kiani On CHOC Board - April 4, 2023
Masimo Founder and CEO Joe Kiani, a global technology innovator and patient safety advocate, joins CHOC Children's board of directors.
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CHOC named among Chapman University’s 100 Top Employers - February 23, 2022
The list includes organizations with impressive numbers of Chapman interns and alumni on their staff, among other attributes.
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CHOC and UCI Health Join New NORD Rare Disease Centers of Excellence Network - November 4, 2021
CHOC and UCI Health have been jointly designated a National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) Rare Disease Center of Excellence.
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CHOC Hospital PICU Earns Coveted Gold Beacon Award for Excellence - November 4, 2021
CHOC Hospital's pediatric intensive care unit earns national recognition for patient care and safety.
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CHOC welcomes new senior vice president and chief medical officer - November 2, 2021
Dr. Sandip Godambe joins the Orange County-based pediatric healthcare system as senior vice president and chief medical officer (CMO).
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CHOC welcomes first resident dog - October 13, 2021
The Labrador-golden retriever mix is now heeling – and healing – in the halls at CHOC’s main hospital campus in Orange.
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Randomized trial demonstrates whole-genome sequencing leads to precision care for critically ill infants - September 30, 2021
A randomized trial with CHOC and other children's hospitals shows clinical whole-genome sequencing (cWGS) outperforms usual care by two-fold.
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CHOC earns leadership development award for CHOC University - September 24, 2021
CHOC U utilizes a variety of course formats, including virtual instructor-led classes, computer-based training, and blended learning.
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CHOC professional earns top healthcare management credential - September 21, 2021
Debbie Moysychyn, director of learning and organizational development, has become a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
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Patients with malnutrition may be more likely to have severe COVID-19 outcomes - July 28, 2021
A CHOC study concludes that people who have a history of malnutrition may have an increased likelihood of death from COVID-19.
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Panda Express® Pledges $5 Million to CHOC as Part of National Philanthropic Initiative - July 6, 2021
CHOC has received a $5 million pledge from Panda Express® to fund education, research, innovation, and patient-and family-centered care.
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UCI Health and CHOC open one of the first fetal care centers in So. Cal - June 16, 2021
The Fetal Care Center of Southern California offers fetal diagnosis, education and treatment to expectant families facing congenital conditions.
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U.S. News & World Report Ranks CHOC Among Nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals - June 15, 2021
CHOC has once again been recognized as a Best Children’s Hospital in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-22 rankings.
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Study shows rWGS led to better outcomes for critically ill infants - June 4, 2021
CHOC participated in Project Baby Bear, a program that demonstrated the clinical and economic value of rapid Whole Genome Sequencing (rWGS).
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CHOC Pediatric Infectious Disease Physicians Earn Global Distinction for Excellence - June 2, 2021
Dr. Antonio Arrieta and Dr. Jasjit Singh are among 12 newly designated PIDS fellows, recognized for professional excellence and service to the profession.
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CHOC Foundation Earns Coveted Rating from Charity Navigator - May 14, 2021
Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator, has awarded the CHOC Foundation a 4-star rating for its strong financial health.
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CHOC Hospital earns national recognition for excellence in respiratory care - February 19, 2021
CHOC Hospital is the only children’s hospital on the West Coast and one of just three children’s hospitals in the nation to be recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) with the 2021-22 Apex Recognition Award, which honors respiratory care departments for best practices and high-quality care.
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CHOC Earns 2020 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety - December 8, 2020
CHOC is one of only nine children’s hospitals in the nation to be named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group.
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Renowned physician tapped as new chair for UCI Pediatrics and CHOC Pediatrician-in-Chief - October 22, 2020
Dr. Coleen Cunningham’s experience, research expertise and leadership capabilities will be transformative to communities served by CHOC and UCI.
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Mater Dei High School and CHOC Partner to Enhance Mental Health Services for Students - October 16, 2020
Mater Dei High School and CHOC are partnering to bring enhanced wellness and mental health services to students.
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CHOC Children’s Emergency Nurse Earns National Recognition for Excellence - September 14, 2020
CHOC nurse Lisa Chambers recognized for excellence in emergency nursing.
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CHOC Children’s Hospital Earns 2020 Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award - August 5, 2020
The Julia and George Argyros Emergency Department at CHOC Children's Hospital was recognized for exceptional, innovative performance.
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CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals - June 16, 2020
CHOC Children’s is one of a select group of pediatric facilities nationwide to have been ranked today as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
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Erick Herrscher joins CHOC Children’s as director, Hyundai Cancer Institute - June 1, 2020
Working in partnership with hospital and physician leaders, Herrscher will be responsible for advancing CHOC as a leading destination for cutting-edge cancer care for children and young adults.
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CHOC Children’s names new chief scientific officer - March 3, 2020
As a testament to CHOC commitment to research and finding new treatments and cures for childhood illnesses, CHOC has appointed renowned physician and research scientist Dr. Terence Sanger as its vice president for research and chief scientific officer.
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