CHOC Inside
News and stories about Children's Health of Orange County
CHOC President and CEO Kimberly Chavalas Cripe was recently honored by LA Times B2B Publishing as one of the “2024 Orange County Inspirational Women.” Nine women were selected as this year’s honorees, among 175 nominations. For more than 30 years, Cripe has passionately advanced CHOC’s mission. She has helped increase access to safe, high-quality care; […]
CHOC Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer Mark Steiman has been recognized by the National Human Resources Association, Orange County Chapter as its “Executive of the Year.” Mark was honored for his contributions and achievements in strategic execution. He was selected through a highly competitive vetting process that involved a 360-degree evaluation and interviews […]
The national designation recognizes practices for their commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient-centered approach to care.
The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The certification recognizes healthcare organizations that provide clinical programs across the continuum of care for pediatric asthma.
CHOC is recognized for its work to improve the lives of patients experiencing endocrine disorders like diabetes, thyroid diseases, metabolic disorders and more.
Among the activities that led to CHOC maintaining the silver-level certification was forming a multi-disciplinary safe sleep committee; developing a safe sleep policy statement; using wearable blankets to model no loose bedding in cribs; providing family/caregiver education; and expanding staff training.
