CHOC Primary Care

CHOC Primary Care is your partner for whatever comes your way. Learn more about how we can help you keep your child healthy from day one.

NICU Family & Visitor Resources

Here you'll find information about the NICU, including guidelines for families and visitors, as well as a list of frequently asked questions and answers.

Williams, Kenneth L. DO

Dr. Kenneth Williams is a physician who treats kids and teens in Orange County and specializes in family medicine.

Leish, Brian A. MD

Dr. Brian Leish is a physician who treats kids and teens in South Orange County and specializes in family medicine.

Koumas, John C. DO

Dr. John Koumas is a physician who treats kids and teens in Orange County and specializes in family medicine.

Calton, Angela MD

Dr. Angela Calton is a physician who treats kids and teens in Orange County and specializes in family medicine.

Final exams, college essays, family pressures: Here are 6 ways to help your teen manage stress

While there’s no research specifically looking at teens and holiday stress, there is some evidence that teens may be more susceptible to stress in general.

Family Gives Back to Metabolic Program that Saved Their Daughter’s Life

Charlotte Jordan’s rare and deadly genetic disease went undiagnosed by several physicians until age 3½, when CHOC specialists in the division of metabolic disorders diagnosed her with glycogen storage disease 1a.

Inaugural CHOC and UCI Rare Disease Symposium & Family Conference

Bringing together over 100 advocates, researchers, clinicians, students, and families to share research, knowledge, experience on Rare Diseases.

CHOC and UCI Rare Disease Symposium & Family Conference

CHOC and UCI's 3rd Annual Rare Disease Symposium: Blending in-person and virtual talks on rare disease research, treatment, and family and expert insights.

What California’s New Vaccination Law Means for Your Family

Adolescent Medicine

CHOC's adolescent medicine program provides comprehensive and sensitive care for young adults ages 13 - 21 in a confidential and age-appropriate setting.

Our Team of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Pediatric Specialists

The Fetal Care Center of Southern California brings together all the specialists needed to manage high-risk pregnancies.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The CHOC Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program is dedicated to offering comprehensive rehabilitative services for infants, children, and adolescents facing both permanent and temporary disabilities.

Sports Medicine Program

CHOC's Sports Medicine Program cares for athletes by teaching injury prevention, improving skills and being ready on the sidelines when injury happens.

Kids and PICS

Post Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) encompasses the physical, cognitive and mental health issues affecting survivors of critical illness.

Meet the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Nurse Coordinators

The Fetal Care Center of Southern California is a state-of-the-art, comprehensive fetal care and diagnostic center in partnership with CHOC and UCI Health.

Orthopedic Medicine: What Every Pediatrician Should Know

A full day of educational teaching and hands-on training in basic orthopedic exams. Simple diagnosis could be  made by a PCP if they had the basic tools and skill set to examine the upper and lower extremities correctly.  Early diagnosis ensures good patient outcomes.

Emergency and Trauma Services

CHOC is experiencing a spike in respiratory virus cases. Wait times may be longer than normal. Learn about CHOC emergency room locations and find directions.

Assaf, R. Rammy MD

Dr. R. Rammy Assaf is board certified in pediatrics and pediatric emergency medicine who treats kids with illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention.

Rey, Jeffrey MD

Dr. Rey is a board certified emergency medicine specialist who treats kids with illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention.

Houda, Niki NP

Niki Houda is a family nurse practitioner who treats kids and teens in Orange County.

Behmardian, Anahita NP

Anahita Behmardian is a nurse practitioner who treats kids and teens in Orange County.

During Your Stay

Find food, coffee and other amenities available to you during your stay at CHOC.

Doctoral Internship Program in Clinical Psychology

CHOC is pleased to offer a one-year, full time, pre-doctoral internship in pediatric psychology. The internship is accredited by the American Psychological Association.