News media resources

Welcome to CHOC’s news media resources. Here, members of the media can find contact information for CHOC’s public relations staff, B-roll footage and links to our blogs, including press releases.

CHOC maintains three blogs to keep our audiences informed:

  • CHOC Inside – Get an inside look at CHOC by exploring press releases, staff and patient stories, and more.
  • CHOC Health – Grow your parenting tool kit with information from CHOC pediatric experts on varying health conditions.
  • Provider Connection – Learn about the latest CHOC innovations, research and more.


You can also learn about what’s happening at CHOC via our social media sites: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram


Recent News

Headshot of Kimberly Cripe, CHOC president and CEO

CHOC President and CEO Kimberly Chavalas Cripe was recently honored by LA Times B2B Publishing as one of the “2024 Orange County Inspirational Women.” Nine women were selected as this year’s honorees, among 175 nominations. For more than 30 years, Cripe has passionately advanced CHOC’s mission. She has helped increase access to safe, high-quality care; […]

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a colorful hospital patient care tower against a blue sky

Given its commitment to excellence, people and culture, CHOC is among the publication’s 150+ top places to work in healthcare.

Headshot of CHOC Chief Quality and Patient Safety Officer Emma Sandhu.

Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) has appointed seasoned nurse leader Emma Sandhu, MSN, RN, CPPS, chief quality and patient safety officer, following a nationwide search. Sandhu brings more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including serving as a critical care nurse, to the position. Most recently, she has led CHOC at Mission Hospital as […]

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