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The Facts about Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system damages the pancreas so that it can’t make enough insulin.
Kimonis, Virginia E. MD
Dr. Virginia Kimonis specializes in genetics and clinical biochemical genetics. She treats kids and teens in Orange County.
Current Diet Trends & Kids
A vegetarian diet excludes meat, poultry, fish, seafood and shellfish but includes eggs and dairy products. It can be really healthy for children and teens.
Identifying Sudden Cardiac Issues in Young Athletes
Young athletes that suffer sudden cardiac arrest usually have an inherited condition that tends to run in families. Learn what to look for in this health feature.
Health Features
From life altering issues to day to day bumps and bruises, The experts at CHOC have an impressive amount of knowledge when it comes to your child's health.
Breast Milk Benefits for Mom and Baby
Breast milk is the ideal food for babies says Dr. Christine Bixby, CHOC’s medical director of lactation services. Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding an infant in this health feature.
Urinary Tract Infections
UTIs are very common in children. Kids can get them at any age as they grow. Learn about the symptoms so you’ll know when to take your child to the doctor.
Nakra, Neal MD
Dr. Nakra is board certified in pediatrics, pediatric pulmonary and sleep medicine and treats kids with lung conditions at CHOC Hospital in Orange.
Kids and Healthy Eating Habits
Offer children a variety of foods so they can try things and develop healthy eating habits: fresh fruit and vegetables are best and limit sweetened foods.
RDs In Practice – Specialized Diets and Nutritional Management of Gastrointestinal Issues
RD’s In Practice - May 13, 2015
RDs In Practice: Advancing Practice in Pediatric Nutrition
This program is intended for pediatric registered dietitians and clinicians who specialize in pediatric endocrine disorders.
Growth & Development: 6 to 12 Years (School Age)
Middle childhood brings many changes in a child's life. CHOC provided some information on how children develop from 6 to 12 years. during this stage.
Population Health
CHOC Population Health provides evidence-based pediatric health and wellness programming for families, schools and communities.
Breastfeeding Basics
The CHOC lactation team offers breastfeeding basics covering milk supply, breastfeeding positions, latch and more.
Prader-Willi Program
CHOC pediatric endocrinologists help diagnose Prader-Willi Syndrome early and manage the complications that come with it.
Neural Tube Defects
Neural tube defects (NTDs) are birth defects of the spine, spinal cord or brain. Learn everything you need to know about neural tube defects at CHOC.org.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fetal Care
Get answers to the most common questions we hear from patients regarding fetal medicine and care.
Pediatric Sleep Disorders Referrals
How to refer to pediatric pulmonology, pulmonary, CHOC, Orange County
Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE)
Surgery is often used to correct slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) including internal fixation, bone-graft epiphyseodesis or corrective osteotomy.
Wellness on Wheels at CHOC
Wellness on Wheels is a pioneering mobile healthcare service in Orange County for pediatric asthma care and other wellness initiatives.
Nutrition Referrals
How to refer to pediatric nutrition, CHOC, Orange County
Living with Spina Bifida
The primary goal of managing spina bifida is to prevent infection and to preserve the spinal cord and nerves that are exposed outside of the body.
Basics of Spina Bifida
Spina bifida is a neural tube defect. Neural tube defects, including spina bifida and anencephaly, are seen in seven out of 10,000 live births in the U.S.
Online Referral Portal
Referral guidelines and forms are available to assist physicians in the evaluation and management of pediatric patients.
Specialty Referrals
How to refer to pediatric specialists at CHOC, Orange County
