Located in southern California, free-standing children's hospital (with trauma center, transplant center and multispecialty outpatient services). CHOC is the main referral hospital for specialized and high-level pediatric care in the county and surrounding areas. Clinical training is extremely strong. We serve a diverse population from an ethnicity, socioeconomic, and medical needs standpoint. There are many research opportunities offered through CHOC and Univ of CA Irvine campus.