At birth, Yostina was diagnosed with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) that required multiple procedures to save her life. She is now turning her challenging medical history into a mission to help others as a medical scribe at CHOC, and hopefully, one day, as a surgeon. Read her full story ⬇️
CHOC Children's
Hospitals and Health Care
Orange, California 55,645 followers
Protecting the magic of childhood through a world-class pediatric health system.
About us
Affiliated with the University of California, Irvine, CHOC's growing pediatric healthcare system is comprised of premier facilities, leading-edge programs and services, life-saving research, healing amenities, and education and training programs designed to prepare the next generation of pediatric experts. Our mighty brigade of physicians, nurses and staff—each sharing a deep connection to our mission— are dedicated to caring for children, whether they’re healthy or seriously ill. So, kids can get back to being kids.
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- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Orange, California
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1964
- Specialties
- Research and Innovation, Patient-and-Family-Centered Care, Pediatric Primary Care, Cardiology, Neuroscience, Orthopaedic, Oncology, Neonatology, Hematology, Metabolics, Urology, Pediatric Surgery, and Feeding Program
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1201 West La Veta Ave.
Orange, California 92868, US
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27700 Medical Center Rd
Mission Viejo, California 92691, US
Employees at CHOC Children's
Updates
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Congratulations to Dr. Anthony Chang, CHOC’s chief intelligence and innovation officer, who has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to medical innovation and advancing medical knowledge at Octane Medical Innovation Forum!
CHOC CIIO receives innovation award - CHOC Inside
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Exciting news! CHOC and UCI Health have been awarded a $3.2 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. This substantial funding will be instrumental in expanding a network of referral centers to improve the diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases. #RareDiseases #NIHGrant
Rare disease partnership between CHOC, UCI Health receives $3.2-million award - CHOC Inside
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University Lab Partners has recently honored CHOC Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Terence Sanger for his contributions to #STEM education and for a program he helped establish to address critical pediatric healthcare challenges.
Dr. Terence Sanger honored for contributions to STEM education, the MIRE program - CHOC Inside
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CHOC has once again been named a Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. Eight of our specialties were featured on the lists! Congratulations to cancer; cardiology and heart surgery; diabetes and endocrinology; neonatology, neurology and neurosurgery; pulmonology and lung surgery; urology; and behavioral health, a newly added speciality comprised of mental health, adolescent medicine, and neurodevelopmental services. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gnWMSzTq
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CHOC is hosting exciting events for those in #neonatology, #research and #cardiology! Register now to secure your spot and save on registration. 22nd Annual Academic Day for Neonatologists – www.choc.org/academicday CHOC Research Day – www.choc.org/researchday - Save the Date! Fetal Echocardiography Workshop – Save the Date! 31st Annual Cool Topics in Neonatology & Improvement Palooza 2025 – www.choc.org/cooltopics
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It's not too late to join the conversation on mental wellness for our children and families. Reserve your spot today at CHOCTalks.org
Exciting news 🎉 We're thrilled to announce our guest speaker for the CHOC Let’s Talk Mental Health Luncheon—Henry Winkler, award-winning actor, director, producer and bestselling author! Winkler has always believed in helping others—especially children. His passion for supporting others is the result of his lifetime struggle with dyslexia, and he has worked tirelessly to inform and encourage families and educators about learning challenges. Take action for pediatric mental health with Henry and CHOC by securing your tickets at CHOCTalks.org
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Join us on Thursday, October 24, 2024 for an insightful Virtual Pediatric Lecture on pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), presented by Joanna Yeh, MD and Cindy S. Kim, MD. This session will guide healthcare professionals on how to recognize, diagnose, and manage PFD, addressing underlying medical contributors, behavioral concerns, and parental-child interactions. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and earn CME credit—register today!
Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Virtual Pediatric Lecture - Children's Hospital of Orange County
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If you're at the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition in Orlando this weekend, CHOC wants to see you! Visit us at booth #201!
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