Opioids, Methadone and Babies
August 8, 2023
A Children’s Hospital Los Angeles study shows that methadone use following surgery in infants can increase hospital stay and delay recovery.
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Faculty Spotlight: Lorraine Kelley-Quon, MD, MSHS, FACS, FAAP
November 17, 2023
As a pediatric surgeon at CHLA, Dr. Kelley-Quon enjoys making a lifesaving impact on individual families. But it’s through research that she has broadened her reach.
What Pain Medications Work Best for Adolescents and Young Adults?
November 28, 2023
Large clinical trial to study safest and most effective pain medications for adolescents and young adults following common surgeries.
Research Trainee Spotlight: Olivia Keane, MD
April 1, 2024
Dr. Keane is a Postdoctoral Fellow studying the impact of cumulative opioid exposure on a baby’s brain development.
CHLA Saturday Event Invites Families to Dispose of Unwanted Medications
April 24, 2024
CHLA’s opioid take-back day provides families a safe way to discard their unused prescription drugs and protect their kids from potential harm.
Opioids vs. NSAIDS: Which Are Safest and Most Effective for Treating Pain Following Surgery?
November 28, 2023
A new study is the first to compare the safety and effectiveness of opioids and NSAIDS following common surgeries in adolescents and young adults.
Research Trainee Spotlight: Ruby Barq, MD
March 1, 2024
Dr. Barq is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow investigating how hospital opioid exposures impact infants’ brain development.
A Closer Look: Why Is Research Essential at a Children’s Hospital?
July 20, 2023
The ambitions of pediatric researchers are global in scale: Beyond patients at their own hospital, they look to shape national and international standards for pediatric care.
Five Keys to Effective Medication Safety at Home
August 1, 2024
Two CHLA experts explain the steps parents should take to protect their kids from ingesting potentially toxic prescription drugs.