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 names Emma Sandhu chief quality and patient safety officer
Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) has appointed seasoned nurse leader Emma Sandhu, MSN, RN, CPPS, chief quality and patient safety officer, following a nationwide search. Sandhu brings more than 30 years of healthcare experience, including serving as a critical care nurse, to the position. Most recently, she has led CHOC at Mission Hospital as […]
CHOC chief human resources officer named executive of the year
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 […]
CHOC receives $1.5 million to establish anesthesiology fellowship
A gift from the Allied Anesthesia Medical Group will enable CHOC to teach future pediatric anesthesiologists.
Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego announce plans to transform pediatric health in Southern California
The nationally recognized pediatric health systems seek to merge to advance children’s health and outcomes in the region
CHOC announces physician leadership changes, including new assistant chief medical officer
Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) recently announced the appointment of Dr. David Gibbs to the newly created role of inpatient assistant chief medical officer (A-CMO). Dr. Laura Goodman will succeed Dr. Gibbs as the new trauma medical director of CHOC’s Level 1 pediatric trauma center. As A-CMO, Dr. Gibbs’ responsibilities include connecting inpatient work […]