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The Roopal and Bharati Shah family will once again serve as the Presenting Sponsor for the LuskinOIC Swing for Kids Golf Tournament at Virginia Country Club on Monday, September 29. This marks an impressive eight-year streak as the event’s leading sponsor, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to supporting children’s health care through this charitable golf classic. It promises to be a day packed with fun, flavor, and philanthropy at a location that can’t be matched. The stunning Virginia Country Club in Long Beach is a historical gem, nestled in a breathtakingly beautiful setting, offering a truly special golfing experience. From the tree-lined entrance to the immaculately maintained fairways and greens, every scene is a delight for the senses.

LuskinOIC faculty enjoy playing golf for a cause!

By attending or sponsoring this event, you are helping to drive LuskinOIC FORE-ward, ensuring that children receive excellent care, regardless of their family’s ability to pay. This year’s event will benefit the LuskinOIC Care for Kids Fund, which supports excellent pediatric care provided at LuskinOIC. There will be a surprise around every corner—from an incredible tee gift experience to Bristol Farms’ “the cookie,” Calwise Spirits, and so much more! For more information, contact Mary Beth Perrine at 213-742-1500 or MPerrine@mednet.ucla.edu.

Learn more at Swing for Kids – Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children

Presenting sponsors, Roopal and Bharati Shah (center) are surrounded by their fans!

Board Chair Craig Ehrlich volunteers at the tourney each year!

[Top Image: Actor, advisory council member and talented emcee, Chris Gorham with (l-r) Chris Henze, Matt Barr, and Sebastian Roche]

Knowing When to Seek Care for Your Child: A Guide from LuskinOIC

As a parent, your top priority is keeping your child safe and healthy. But when your child is sick or injured, it can be hard to know what level of care they need. Should you call your pediatrician, visit urgent care, or head straight to the emergency department?

When to Call Your Pediatrician or Visit Urgent Care

For non-emergencies, your child’s pediatrician or a pediatric urgent care center is often the best place to start. If your child’s doctor isn’t available—such as during evenings or weekends—urgent care can provide fast, effective treatment. Contact your pediatrician or visit urgent care if your child has:

A fever lasting more than 3 days
A fever over 102°F for more than 2 days in an infant, without a clear cause
Symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, dry cough, runny nose)
Minor injuries like sprains, strains, or swelling
Cuts that may need stitches
Minor burns
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Bladder or urinary tract infections
Cold symptoms, coughs, or sore throats
Earaches or sinus pain
Skin concerns like rashes or irritation

You may also have access to virtual urgent care for non-emergency issues, allowing your child to be seen by a provider from home. Check if pediatric virtual urgent care services are available in your area.

When to Go to the Emergency Department

If your child is seriously injured or ill—especially if the condition may be life-threatening or needs immediate attention—take them to the emergency department (ED). Seek emergency care if your child:

Is extremely drowsy, hard to wake, or behaving unusually
Is experiencing severe or constant pain
Has trouble breathing, or is breathing rapidly or deeply
Has a suspected broken bone, a visibly deformed limb, or a lot of swelling and pain
Has a deep or large cut, a cut that won’t stop bleeding after 10 minutes of pressure, or a wound on the head, chest, or abdomen
Sustains a head injury that causes vomiting, confusion, a severe headache, or loss of consciousness
Falls from a significant height
Ingests a harmful substance or medication
- If your child is alert, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222
- If your child is unresponsive, having trouble breathing, or has collapsed, call 911
Is under 2 months old and has a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher (call your doctor first)
Has a high fever along with a stiff neck or headache
Has a fever along with a widespread purple or red rash
Shows signs of severe dehydration (no wet diapers, sunken eyes, dry mouth, weakness, or inability to drink or respond)

Your child’s health matters. When in doubt, trust your instincts—and don’t hesitate to seek care. LuskinOIC is here to support your family with trusted pediatric expertise every step of the way.