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Americans growing more concerned about head injuries in football
A new HealthDay/Harris Poll finds that vast majorities of Americans say football teams need to do more to protect their players from head injuries.
Concussion Recovery and Rehabilitation
When concussion symptoms remain for more than a month, CHOC rehabilitation team is ready to get kids and teens back to their previous lifestyle.
Appendicitis in Children and Teens
Appendicitis is a painful swelling and infection of the appendix. It is a medical emergency. CHOC's pediatric surgeons are ready 24 hours a day.
Sprains and Strains
A sprain is a stretch or tear in a ligament, the bands of fibrous tissue that connect our bones at the joints. A strain is also a stretch or tear, but it affects the muscle itself or a tendon.
Kids and Dehydration
When temperatures heat up, the risk of children becoming dehydrated intensifies. “Dehydration occurs when an athlete has less body fluid than they need,” says Dr. Chris Koutures.
Orthopaedic Institute
We know children are still growing. We have the pediatric orthopedic specialists to treat their needs, including scoliosis, hip problems and muscle disease.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Program
CHOC's Traumatic Brain Injury Program offers expert pediatric care, integrating treatment, research, and patient support to encourage effective recovery
Epilepsy and Seizures in Children
Read about epilepsy in children along with diagnosis methods and different types of seizures. Learn about the different treatment options we offer at CHOC.
Wellness and Primary Care
Our network of pediatricians includes more than 20 offices that offer well-checks, immunizations, sick visits, sports physicals and more.
Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
The Rehabilitation Services Department at CHOC provides orthopaedic and sports-related physical therapy for children and young adults.
After Surgery Guide
Caring for a patient after surgery is serious business, regardless of the type of procedure. It is important to follow all of the instructions provided by the patient’s healthcare team.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Learn about symptoms, treatment options and tips for managing your child's OCD from CHOC mental health experts.
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic stenosis may be present in varying degrees, graded according to how much obstruction to blood flow is present. A child with severe aortic stenosis will be quite ill.
Developmental Milestones: 4 to 5 Year Olds (Preschool)
As children develop from 4 to 5 years old and grow into early childhood, their world will begin to open up and they reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave.
Advice doctors give their own kids before they head off to college
If you’re one of those moms or dads, you may be wondering if you gave your kid all the pearls of parental wisdom he or she needs to survive life out there on their own.
Kids and Concussions: Learn How to Play it Safe
The word concussion comes from the Latin word to shake violently. A lot of times, people may hit their head and don’t realize it was a concussion.
Having Asthma as an Athlete
Kids with asthma may experience these symptoms particularly during or after exercise. However, children with asthma who are well managed usually have very little difficulty with exercise.
CHOC Heart Institute
The CHOC Heart Institute cares for patients with a variety of pediatric cardiology needs and offers the latest diagnosis and treatment services.
Athlete Heart Screenings (LEAPS)
To prevent sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes, CHOC cardiologists partner with schools to offer heart screenings through the LEAPS program.
Clinical Nutrition and Lactation Services
Our pediatric registered dietitians provide outpatient nutrition counseling for kids as well as specialized services in the hospital.
Kornswiet, Matthew DO
Dr. Kornswiet is board certified in pediatrics and is a member of the CHOC Primary Care Network who treats kids and teens in Orange County.
Lee, Eric W. MD
Dr. Eric Lee is an orthopaedic surgeon who sees children and teens at CHOC Hospital in Orange.
Mission Viejo’s Klein returns after high-risk heart procedure
Klein was admitted to the emergency room at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. She underwent a harrowing procedure that not only helped her return to water polo but become an advocate for physicals for high school athletes.
The sick list: Spotting and treating 5 contagious illnesses and ailments your child may encounter
Many illnesses that are easily spread peak in the fall and winter months, and this is particularly true among kids as they settle into school routines among their equally germ-prone peers.
7 things you should know about scoliosis
Scoliosis is the most common deformity of the spine, affecting one in 40 people, or about 7 million in the U.S. It’s even tested for in California schools.
