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CHLA’s Clubfoot Clinic Takes Shape
August 3, 2020
Orthopedist Melissa Bent, herself born with the disorder, is now a specialist in it and helping to lead the hospital’s treatment of the most common congenital foot deformity.
Parenting in the Time of COVID-19: Tips on Promoting Kids’ Development at Home
October 13, 2020
With the pandemic keeping schools closed and kids at home, what can parents do to make sure their children maintain their development? CHLA pediatrician Gladys Felix has a host of suggestions.
Therapeutic Cooling Effectively Targets Site of Brain Injury
February 20, 2020
LOS ANGELES (Feb. 20, 2020) — When a newborn suffers lack of oxygen before or during birth, doctors have very little time to save precious brain tissue. The only proven effective way to eat babies
Holiday Tips for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
November 5, 2013
How to have a fun and successful holiday when your child has autism spectrum disorder.
Meet Some of our Research Staff Members
December 23, 2021
Niharika Gajawelli, PhD Staff Scientist As an electrical and computer engineering student at Rutgers University, Niharika experimented with various research areas, including microelectromechanical
The Unstoppable Fiona Ashe
June 13, 2016
Don’t believe what Fiona Ashe may tell you. Her parents did not purchase her at Target, though after hearing that claim enough times, her mother finally agreed to it. “Two weeks ago in the car,” Angie
From Water to Fireworks: Here’s How to Keep Your Child Safe During the Summer
June 14, 2022
Summer means fun in the sun, beach outings, swimming pools, and outdoor adventures like camping, hiking, bicycling and skateboarding. What also comes is an increased risk for injuries—and an increased
After Beating Scoliosis, Ava Sings the Praises of CHLA
May 18, 2016
Last May, Ava Cardoso-Smith, then 14, strode across the stage at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, took the microphone and belted out a rendition of “You Raise Me Up.” Her performance was part of a charity
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