CHOC Specialists is a pediatric healthcare system serving Southern California. Founded in 1964, it provides primary and specialty care, clinical research, advocacy and community outreach for children and families. The organisation operates two hospitals, in Orange and Mission Viejo, California, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics spanning four counties.
Clinical work is concentrated in pediatric medicine, spanning specialty pediatric care, primary care and clinical research. The system describes itself as a collaborative community of pediatric experts, researchers and facilities, with an exclusive focus on children's health and well-being. Its stated mission is advancing "hope, health, and healing" for children.
External recognition includes being named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best children's hospitals, being designated a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, and receiving a Gold Level CAPE (California Awards for Performance Excellence) Award.
