Blog posts
No Longer Night-Blind, Natalia Isn’t Afraid of the Dark
October 19, 2021
After being treated with a breakthrough gene therapy at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for a genetic eye disorder, 5-year-old Natalia can now see clearly for the first time in her life.
Teen Receives Historic Heart-Liver Transplant
June 29, 2021
After a rare heart disorder triggered severe liver problems, Mark needed a lifesaving dual organ transplant. Read how 11 hospital teams carried out the intricate procedure, a first at Children’s
Javier’s Cancer Journey: From Mexico to L.A.
February 8, 2021
Three-year-old Javier is happy and healthy and back home in Mexico after successful treatment for neuroblastoma at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. “We are back to the life we used to have, but we see
What to Expect at a Virtual Doctor Visit
January 28, 2021
Pediatrician Mona Patel, MD, provides tips for a successful virtual appointment with your child’s doctor.
Clinic Offers Comprehensive Care for Children With Thyroid Cancer
November 2, 2020
Multidisciplinary team provides the full spectrum of pediatric-focused diagnostics and treatment.
What Is Fatty Liver Disease?
September 24, 2020
A CHLA expert explains the symptoms, causes and treatments for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in children
It Takes a Community: Kids Overcome Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
September 11, 2020
A range of specialists at CHLA collaborated to care for a young patient with the new disorder effecting children who have had COVID-19
Securing the Hospital's Future
June 22, 2020
Jack Pettker, former co-Chair of CHLA’s Board of Trustees, and his wife, Vickie, recently extended their contributions with a generous planned gift.
Understanding the Coronavirus and COVID-19 on a Genetic Level
June 2, 2020
Patients of different ages and ethnicities, from a range of geographic locations, have been exhibiting varying types of illness and symptom severity due to COVID-19. While children were initially
How to Help Your Teen During COVID-19
May 4, 2020
Graduations. Proms. Quinceañeras. Bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs. Senior trips. Sports seasons. School plays. The COVID-19 crisis has canceled them all, and teens are feeling the pain. A CHLA expert