Hydrocephalus

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

Rosenfeld, Samuel R. MD

Dr. Samuel Rosenfeld is a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at CHOC specializing in muscular dystrophy, spasticity and spina bifida.

How much of a risk does the coronavirus pose to children?

Data on the novel coronavirus currently has shown very few cases of serious illness or death in children and young adults, but experts say that doesn’t mean they’re immune or will not become infected.

Neuromuscular Disease Program

CHOC offers specialty clinics for muscular dystrophy and muscle disease, spasticity related to conditions such as cerebral palsy, and spina bifida.

Programs and Services

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

Stretching Exercises to Help Prevent Sports Injuries

Sports participation is a leading cause of injury in young people. Follow these stretching exercises to help prevent injuries during workouts or playing sports.

All-in-one Fetal Care Center set to open at CHOC in Orange

From The Orange County Register -- The Fetal Care Center of Southern California, based at CHOC in Orange, is set to open its doors on Wednesday, June 16, offering expectant moms whose babies will be born with birth defects the kind of comprehensive care in one place, and during a single visit, that is hard to find in the region.

Anaheim Ducks Host the Eighth Annual Lady Ducks Fashion Show Luncheon

The Anaheim Lady Ducks and the Anaheim Ducks Foundation hosted the eighth annual Lady Ducks Fashion Show Luncheon presented by The Grant Family benefiting CHOC Children’s.

A special night for some brave teens: CHOC’s oncology prom

Saturday night was the 14th annual Children’s Oncology Prom put on by Children’s Hospital of Orange County, an event letting teens battling cancer fulfill the dream of attending their high school prom.

Glitz and glamour transform patients during children’s hospital oncology prom

Twinkle lights, a chandelier, casino tables decked the Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) on June 27. The reason for the glitz and glamour — the hospital's 14th annual Oncology Prom

One Family’s Journey to Overcome Epilepsy

We found the Epilepsy Support Network of Orange County, which led us to Children's Hospital of Orange County Neuroscience Institute.

Medical Intelligence Society Summit 2021

The Medical Intelligence Society Summit 2020 will take place virtually July 30-31, 2021.The dynamic agenda consists of an AI primer, journal club discussions, talks, open forums, workshops, keynotes and will conclude with a discussion of The Medical Intelligence Society launch.

Rare diseases and rare opportunities

Wang moved on to CHOC, where many patients come in with a laundry list of symptoms that defy explanation.

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.

CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals

CHOC Children’s is one of a select group of pediatric facilities nationwide to have been ranked today as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

Clowns do more than lift spirits at children’s hospitals, they change brains

With medical clown visits, it's not just about children. Spreading happiness is good for adults as well, especially parents struggling with a child in the hospital.

CHOC recognized as one of nation’s best children’s hospitals

CHOC Children’s is one of only 50 pediatric facilities in the nation to earn recognition as a best children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

Why This Doctor Is Building an ‘AI Sherlock’ for Medical Pros

Dr. Anthony C. Chang from the Children's Hospital of Orange County wants his fellow doctors to think outside the box when it comes to knowledge and expertise. Can an 'AI Sherlock' help?

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.

Primary Care Network

Annual Report 2013

In a year of towering achievements, one thing stands out: CHOC Children’s commitment to defining the future of pediatric care. Read more in our annual report.

Muhonen, Michael G. MD

Dr. Michael Muhonen is a board certified neurosurgeon at CHOC, treating babies, kids and teens with neurological disorders.

Ways to spread holiday joy to CHOC patients

Illness and injury shouldn’t dim the brightness of the holidays for kids. Help us preserve the magic of childhood – year-round – for our patients by supporting CHOC

Virtual Pediatric Lecture Series Archive

CHOC is pleased to introduce our Virtual Pediatric Lecture Series. This series is part of our continued commitment to bring the latest, most relevant pediatric clinical patient care information.

How to Select a Cancer Program

Selecting where a child will receive his or her cancer treatment is one of the biggest decisions a caregiver will ever make. This guide will help you know where to start and which questions to ask.