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These are real-life CHOC stories featuring our doctors, nurses, associates and patients. These dramatic profiles offer glimpses into the complex world of pediatric medicine and underscore how CHOC provides the most advanced medical care for Orange County’s critically ill or injured children.



Dr. Yost

Dr. Yost
For nearly 20 years, CHOC pediatric anesthesiologist Paul Yost, MD, has been committed to making the surgical experience less frightening for kids. Through his years of practice, he’s uncovered a few “remedies” to help children relax before heading into the operating room.


Dr. Goodman

Dr. Goodman
Dr. Gary Goodman is a "Hospital Hero"


Dr. Abdenur

Dr. Abdenur
Dr. Abdenur and his team are blazing new trails in the field of metabolic disorders - helping save precious lives


Dr. Lubinsky

Dr. Lubinsky
Dr. Paul Lubinsky Provides Intensive Care to Children - and their Parents


Dr. Sundine

Dr. Sundine
Dr. Michael Sundine, pediatric plastic surgeon, is giving his patients a reason to smile.


Dr. Aminian

Dr. Aminian
Internationally recognized orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Afshin Aminian finds his true calling


Dr. Clark

Dr. Clark
Dr. Clark discovered her passion and brought it to CHOC.


Dr. Downes

Dr. Downes
Dr. Maureen Downes uses her experience as a working mother to help others balance work with family.


Dr. Krumins

Dr. Krumins
Dr. Krumins remembers how it feels to be a kid.


Dr. Chang

Dr. Chang
Renowned specialist leads the CHOC Heart Institute with the Japanese philosophy of kaizen top of mind.


Dr. Muhonen

Dr. Muhonen
World-class neurosurgeon, Michael Muhonen, treats his patients and their parents as though they were family.


Dr. Minon

Dr. Minon
Dr. Minon shows her strong commitment to CHOC and the community it serves.


Dr. Sender

Dr. Sender
Dr. Sender strives to give the best care anywhere.


Dr. Anas

Dr. Anas
Dr. Anas feels a strong personal commitment to the children and parents of Orange County.


Dr. Winokur

Dr. Winokur
Dr. Robert Winokur loves being a host - at home and in his ER.


Dr. Kukreja

Dr. Kukreja
Tiny patients inspire doctor to run big race in their honor.


Dr. Lam

Dr. Lam
Dr. Lam went from gravely-ill child to Pediatric Pioneer.


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