A Dose of Optimism Researchers at Children's Hospital Los Angeles
What if pediatric procedures could be less painful, less invasive, and safer for long-term health?
In this episode, three leading physician-scientists from Children's Hospital Los Angeles share how breakthrough technologies are transforming children’s medicine.
Dr. Jeffrey I. Gold explains how immersive virtual reality reduces pain, anxiety, and even eliminates sedation for certain procedures. Dr. John Wood discusses how low-field MRI is reducing radiation exposure and anesthesia in pediatric imaging. And Dr. James Amatruda reveals how zebrafish models are accelerating cancer research and improving outcomes for children with rare tumors.
From bedside innovation to cutting-edge research labs, this conversation explores how technology is reshaping pediatric care, today and for the future.
Episode Resources:
MAGNETOM Free.Max (wide bore mri)
CHLA Researcher Uses Low-Field MRI to Assess Lung Capacity in Children With Single Ventricle Hearts
USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Krishna Garikipati - USC Viterbi School of Engineering
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Jeff Gold Children's Hospital Los Angeles
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John Wood Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Connect with Dr. James Amatruda:
Dr. James Amatruda Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Amatruda Lab Children's Hospital Los Angeles
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Children's Hospital L.A. Website