Research and Breakthroughs Linking Obesity to Kidney Stones in Children February 9, 2022 New studies show that higher body mass index—as well as low socioeconomic status—raise the risk for pediatric kidney stones. Read more
Care Innovation Enhancing Team Care for Children With Brain Tumors February 9, 2022 New clinic takes multidisciplinary care to a new level with joint visits for patients and families. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs Reducing Use of Opioids Following Appendectomy February 2, 2022 Ten pediatric hospitals have collaborated on a study to safely decrease opioid use after the surgical procedure. Read more
CHLA In the News Gastroenterology Team Welcomes 5 Fellows in 2022 January 27, 2022 New endoscopy fellowship is one of several advanced GI training opportunities at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Read more
Care Innovation Embedding Endocrine Care for Children With Brain Tumors January 27, 2022 An innovative approach promotes timely diagnosis and treatment for critical endocrine issues. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs How One Gene May Have Big Implications for Leukemia Outcomes January 26, 2022 Children’s Hospital Los Angeles researcher is awarded $2.3 million for research toward improving CAR T-cell therapy. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs For Young Adults With Diabetes, a Dose of Empathy Is as Important as Insulin January 26, 2022 Children’s Hospital Los Angeles receives $1.9 million award from the Helmsley Charitable Trust to disseminate Dr. Jennifer Raymond’s model of patient-centered care nationally. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs Is the Gut the Key to Bone Disorders in Chronic Kidney Disease? January 25, 2022 First-of-its-kind study aims to see if gut bacteria are linked to abnormal bone regulation in children on dialysis. Read more
Research and Breakthroughs Studying Anesthesia’s Impact on the Developing Brain January 25, 2022 Researchers are using novel MRI techniques to uncover what happens in a baby’s brain during anesthesia. Read more
Care Innovation Developing a Placental Registry for Research January 25, 2022 Banked placental tissue could provide investigators with important clues into fetal and neonatal health. Read more