Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

A congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a hole in a baby’s diaphragm that forms during fetal development. CHOC’s pediatric surgeons are CDH experts. Let us help.

Failure to Thrive

Failure to thrive is defined as slowed or halted (stopped) physical growth. Failure to thrive has many different causes.

RDs In Practice: Short Bowel Syndrome and Transplant

This program is intended for pediatric registered dietitians and clinicians who specialize in gastrointestinal disorders, nutrition support, transplant and/or neonatal nutrition.

Sabapathy, Thusa MD

Dr. Thusa Sabapathy is a pediatric developmental and behaviorial physician who treats kids and teens in Orange County.

How to Deliver a Successful Interview Using STAR

CHOC senior recruiter Isacc Leija provides tips on how to use the STAR technique to deliver a successful interview.

Coping With Different Types of Depression

Dr. Heather Huszti, CHOC's chief psychologist, tells U.S. News and World Report about the different types of depression and offers coping tips.

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.

Ukraine news isn’t easy for children, but it shouldn’t be ignored

CHOC chief psychologist Dr. Heather Huszti offers tips for how parents can talk to children about the war in Ukraine.

Kids Camps Adventures

There are undeniable benefits to sending your kids to camp. And in Orange County, the camping possibilities are endless.

CHOC center honored

Children’s Hospital of Orange County has been given high marks for its Early Developmental Assessment Center. CHOC’s center was one of 12 out of 71 in the state to earn the recognition.

CHOC Children’s Receives Transformational Gift from Cherese Mari Laulhere Foundation to Expand Pediatric Mental Health Care

CHOC has received a transformational gift from the Cherese Mari Laulhere Foundation to enhance and expand its pediatric mental health system of care.

Neuroscience Research

CHOC neurologists research a full spectrum of pediatric disorders related to brain, spine, muscle, central and peripheral nervous systems.

Programs and Services

CHOC offers inpatient and outpatient services and programs in more than 30 specialty areas, including four centers of excellence and institutes.

Child Life

The child life department at CHOC Hospital strives to normalize the hospital environment for our patients and families.

Hydrocephalus

What is hydrocephalus? Read everything about hydrocephalus in children: treatment, causes, symptoms and more.

Prader-Willi Program

CHOC pediatric endocrinologists help diagnose Prader-Willi Syndrome early and manage the complications that come with it.

Innovator Spotlight – Betty Kuo

When can kids make their own breakfast? Here’s what the experts say

With the caveat that every kid develops on their own timeline, there are some general ages to keep in mind for breakfast duties.

CHOC Neuroscience Institute

Ranked by U.S. News and World Report, CHOC's neurology and neurosurgery specialists treat children with conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system.

Stroke in Children: Everything You Need to Know About Pediatric Strokes

What causes a pediatric stroke? There are several types of strokes in children. Read more to learn everything you need to know about pediatric strokes.

Fetal Consultations – General Surgery

If your baby has been diagnosed with a condition, we provide expert counseling on what to expect and the treatment your baby will receive after birth.

Tic Disorders in Children

Tic Disorders can affect children of all ages. Read here to learn about the symptoms, treatments, and types of tics. CHOC mental health experts can help.

Weekly and Daily Routines for the Inpatient Feeding Program

Creating a structured mealtime routine is important to the progress of each child’s treatment in the CHOC Feeding Program.

Parent Responsibilities Before, During and After the Inpatient Feeding Program

One parent or legal guardian stays with the child while going through treatment in the 19-day CHOC Multidisciplinary Program.

Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Assessments are offered at the Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center for children ages 1-6. If your child is diagnosed with autism, a treatment plan will be discussed.