Elizabeth thought she had a bad case of the flu, but she was wrong. A few hours later, the 18-year-old underwent emergency surgery for severe internal bleeding and shock.
Miller Children’s & Women's Hospital Long Beach was designated more than 20 years ago as one of only 5 designated Pediatric Trauma Centers by Los Angeles County and has maintained that status since. To become a designated pediatric trauma center, a hospital must meet rigorous government regulations.