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Heart Murmurs: Dr. Morchi
In this segment, Dr. Gira Morchi, CHOC, explains what a heart murmur is and how to distinguish normal murmurs from abnormal murmurs.
The Melody Valve: Dr. Berdjis
In this video Dr. Farhouch Berdjis gives details about what the Melody Valve is. He describes what it is, how it works and what it's made of.
Melody Valve Advantages: Dr. Berdjis
Dr. Farhouch Berdjis talks about the significant advantages of the Melody Valve and why it helps with speedy recovery, due to a less invasive procedure.
Melody Valve – Experimental? Dr. Berdjis
In this video segment Dr. Farhouch Berdjis explains that the Melody Valve is not an experimental device. Physicians have to be trained how to use the valve.
Valve Replacement: Dr. Berdjis
Dr. Farhouch Berdjis tells us what the future has in store for valve replacement, with more research and development to come.
Pediatric Cardiac Catheritization: Dr. Berdjis
Farhouch Berdjis, MD, pediatric cardiologist, explains about pediatric cardiac catheritization, a procedure that helps diagnosis heart problems in children.
Irregular Heart Beats in Children: Dr. Batra
In this segment of American Health Journal, Anjan Batra, MD, FHRS, explains to us about irregular heart beats in children.
Sickle Cell Disease: Dr. Puthenveetil
In this segment of American Health Journal, Geetha Puthenveetil, MD, explains the disorder of sickle cell anemia & about most common myths of the disease.
Hearing Problems In Children: Dr. Pham
In this segment of American Health Jounrnal, Nguyen Pham, MD, talks about hearing loss in children, the most common birth defect.
Appendix & Appendicitis: Dr. Reyna
Meet Dr Troy Reyna, pediatric surgeon at CHOC, as he talks about what the appendix is and what the causes of appendicitis are.
New Operating Rooms: Dr. Muhonen
The new operating rooms are cause for excitement for Dr. Michael Muhonen and he tells us why.
Anesthesia and Children: Dr. Tanaka
Dr. Vivian Tanaka tells about what pediatric anesthesiologists do for their patients & how they are specifically trained to provide anesthesia for children.
Appendicitis Signs & Symptoms: Dr. Reyna
In this video Dr. Troy Reyna, pediatric surgeon at CHOC, talks about the signs and symptons of appendicitis, and what parents should look for.
Appendicitis Surgery – What to Expect: Dr. Reyna
In this video Dr. Troy Reyna, pediatric surgeon, tells what the patient and parent can expect with surgery for appendicitis, including recovery period.
Umbilical Hernia: Dr. Reyna
An umbilical hernia is one of the more common hernias, usually present at birth in about 10-15% of children, as explained by Dr. Troy Reyna.
Umbilical Hernia Surgery: Dr. Reyna
Umbilical hernia surgery is done on an outpatient basis. Dr. Troy Reyna advises parents what to expect when their child has umbilical hernia surgery.
Appendicitis Tests: Dr. Reyna
Does your child have appendicitis symptoms? Dr. Troy Reyna explains specific tests that are performed to determine if a child is experiencing appendicitis.
Outies & Innies: Dr. Reyna
Outies & Innies - Dr. Troy Reyna, explains the difference and what that means to boys and girls. Telling us that all outies are umbilical hernias.
When to See an Allergist: Dr. Schwindt
Dr. Christina Schwindt, allergist, explains to parents how to determine when to take their child to see an allergist, & why it's important to see an allergist.
Allergy or Cold? Dr. Schwindt
Dr. Christina Schwindt, Allergist, describes how a parent can tell if the respiratory symptons are from an allergy or cold.
Preventing Allergy Symptoms: Dr. Schwindt
Preventing Allergy Symptoms is the topic for Christina Schwindt, MD, allergist, as she explains what parents can do to help prevent allergy symptoms.
Feeding Program: Dr. Katz
Gaining or re-gaining the abiltiy to eat is a major milestone for a child and their family. Mitchell Katz, MD, talks to us about CHOC's feeding program.
Children and Tics: Dr. Zupanc
In this segment from American Health Journal, Mary Zupanc, MD, provides background on what a tic is and explains the different types of tics.
Scoliosis Surgery: We Want You to Poop
Scoliosis surgery isn't just hard on your spine. Your pain meds can mess with your ability to go to the bathroom. See why it's so important after surgery.
Scoliosis Surgery: Moving Around
After scoliosis surgery it's important to know how to get in and out of bed, stand up, and sit in a chair without breaking your precautions.