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The MCG Pediatric PodcastNeonatal CMV and Universal ScreeningDid you know that congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is the most common congenital viral infection in newborns and a leading cause of non-genetic hearing loss? Despite its prevalence, awareness and screening for cCMV remain inconsistent across healthcare systems. In this episode, we dive into the critical importance of cCMV screening, early diagnosis, and intervention. Join our expert guests Dr. Ingrid Camelo and Dr. John Noel as they discuss:
The impact of cCMV on neonatal and long-term health outcomes
Best practices for screening and diagnostic methods
The role of early intervention, including antiviral therapy
How advocacy efforts are shaping the...2025-05-0228 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastContraception Counseling in AdolescentsThe adolescent population is experiencing increasing pressure to take part in sexual activity. It is part of our role as pediatricians to counsel our patients appropriately & thoroughly through their sexual & reproductive health. Dr. Shreeti Kapoor, a general pediatrician, joins Pediatric Resident Dani Watson & MS3 Irielle Duncan to discuss contraception options & how to have those conversations with adolescent patients. Specifically, they will:
Review the efficacy, mechanism of action, potential adverse effects, and benefits of various contraceptive options, including abstinence, barrier methods, combination hormonal contraceptives, Depo Provera, and LARCs.
Discuss how to obtain relevant medical and sexual history to help i...2025-03-3124 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastEarly Language Developmental DelayLanguage delays are one of the most common concerns brought up in pediatric well visits. Dr. Jennifer Poon, a pediatric specialist in Development and Behavior, joins Dr. Sarah Straka and medical student Alisha Patel to discuss how to recognize and manage language delays. Specifically, they will:
Define and understand language delay.
Recognize the initial signs and symptoms of language delays.
Identify and explain clinical pearls of potential etiologies of language delays.
Recognize the developmental milestones for language based on age.
Discuss the prevalence of language delays as well as identify the risk factors and patient demographics that have...2025-01-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastMale Neonatal CircumcisionTo Snip or Not to Snip - prepare for a “Cut” above the rest. On this episode of the MCG Pediatric Podcast, Dr. Bradley Morganstern, a Pediatric Urology physician, joins General Pediatrician Dr. Lauren Smith and Pediatric Resident Dr. My Duyen Vo to discuss the procedure of routine neonatal male circumcision, including benefits, potential complications, and contraindications. In this podcast, they will:
Review the basic procedure for routine neonatal circumcision
Discuss the benefits and risks associated with circumcision
Depict the potential complications from circumcision that may require further intervention from urology
Present the current guidelines on male circumcision from...2024-11-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSpecific Learning DisordersDid you know that approximately 1 in 5 children experience learning and attention issues, but only a fraction of them receives an official diagnosis? In this episode of the MCG Pediatric Podcast, hosts Rishab Chawla and Dr. Jennifer Poon delve into the topic of Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs). They discuss the prevalence, diagnostic criteria, assessment methods, and treatment interventions for SLDs. The conversation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of SLDs and highlight the importance of early intervention and support.
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Barto, A...2024-10-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCommon Pediatric Eye EmergenciesDid you know that vision problems in children often go unnoticed until it's too late, potentially leading to irreversible vision loss? Dr. Steven Brooks, professor, and distinguished chair in ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia joins MCG students Emily Austin and Arjun Bhatt to uncover the hidden dangers of the 4 most common pediatric eye emergencies.
Review four basic pediatric eye emergencies: amblyopia, strabismus, leukocoria, red eye emergencies
Discuss causes, symptoms, treatment options, and the vital role pediatricians play in early detection and management.
Review common case presentations of the emergent eye conditions in children
Highlight the vital...2024-09-3026 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastLGBTQIA+ Health Care, Community Disparities and Closing the Knowledge GapThere has long since been a knowledge gap in medical education regarding care of LGBTQIA+ patients. This has manifested itself in health disparities that detrimentally affect the LGBTQIA+ population. This podcast serves as a way to start bridging the gap on order to mitigate the effects of bias, discrimination, and prejudice that queer patients often face in health care. Research has shown that consistent, early exposure in medical education to patients from the queer community has been beneficial in preparing future practitioners for gender inclusive care. We must also do our parts as pediatricians to make sure our queer...2024-08-2621 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCyberbullyingWith the rise of social media, there has also been a rise in cyberbullying. Dr. Ruth Osondu, a child and adolescent psychiatry fellow joins Dr. Dale Peeples a child and adolescent psychiatrist and medical student Bailey Allen to discuss what pediatricians, parents, and teens should know about cyberbullying and suicide risks. Specifically, they will:
Educate the listener and general community on signs a child/teenager at risk for suicide.
Understand the effect of cyberbullying on the mental health of the child and adolescent population.
Recognize signs that an adolescent is being cyberbullied.
Understand potential preventative measures for cyberbullying.
...2024-06-1624 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTumor Lysis SyndromeDid you know that the treatments used to cure pediatric cancers can potentially cause a life-threatening event known as tumor lysis syndrome (TLS)? Arfa Ul-Haque and Yazmin Reategui, two third-year medical students, are joined by Pediatric intensivist, Dr. Smitha Mathew, to discuss the evaluation and management for TLS so that it is promptly recognized and treated in the inpatient hospital setting.
Specifically, they will:
Review the basic assessment skills and evaluation for a child presenting with potential TLS
Discuss the influence of chemotherapy, initial presentation, diagnostic options, and management of electrolyte imbalances found in TLS
Medications revi...2024-05-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastDevelopmental Dysplasia of The HipDid you know that undiagnosed developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is the most common cause of arthritis in women under 40? Dr. Melissa Allen, a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, joins 3rd year Pediatric Resident Erica DeMaagd and 4th year medical student Jacob Weiser to discuss the evaluation and management for DDH. Specifically, they will teach how to:
Recognize common history and physical exam findings associated with hip dysplasia.
Be able to formulate a differential diagnosis for hip dysplasia.
Understand the initial diagnostic approach to hip dysplasia.
Select appropriate imaging to evaluate for hip dysplasia.
Help parents understand initial treatment.
Cr...2024-04-1521 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCommunity Acquired Pneumonia in ChildrenCommunity acquired pneumonia is unfortunately a common condition seen in children of all ages. Dr. Jacob Eichenberger, an associate professor of pediatrics at MCG and a pediatric hospitalist at the Children's Hospital of Georgia, joins recently graduated pediatric resident, Dr. Fahim Thawer, and medical student Sara Attari to discuss the evaluation and management of community acquired pneumonia.
Specifically, they will:
• Discuss common history and physical exam findings associated with community acquired pneumonia
• Formulate a differential diagnoses
• Work through the initial diagnostic approach and treatment
• Discuss prognosis and prevention
CME Link (requires...2024-03-1523 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCough in the Pediatric PatientCoughs are one of the most common symptoms of childhood illness. But when should we start to get worried? What is a child’s cough trying to tell you? Dr. Sunil Kapoor, a Pediatric Pulmonology Physician, joins Dr. Rebecca Yang and medical student Aparna Prasad to discuss the evaluation and management of chronic cough in children. Specifically, they will:
Review the history and physical examination for a child presenting with a chronic cough
Discuss the treatment for the most common causes of cough in children
Evaluate the symptoms that suggest an underlying immunodeficiency
Review the criteria for a referra...2024-01-1541 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSyncope in the Pediatric PatientDid you know around 15 to 25% of children will have at least one syncopal episode before adulthood? Join medical students Sanya Dudani and Caleb Robertson, along with Pediatric Cardiologist Dr. John Plowden, as they discuss the evaluation and management of syncope in the pediatric patient. Specifically, they will:
Discuss the definition of syncope and its underlying pathophysiology
Recall the incidence and risk factors of syncope in the pediatric population
Describe the various etiologies and their distinguishing factors
Understand the proper approach to taking a history for a pediatric patient with a chief complaint of syncope
Recognize findings on the p...2023-11-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastBiliary Atresia and Considerations after the Kasai ProcedureDid you know that 80% of children with biliary atresia who undergo a Kasai procedure will still require liver transplant at some point in their life? Dr. Bade, a pediatric gastroenterologist, joins medical students Tucker Oliver and Sarah Chappell to discuss evaluation and management of infants with biliary atresia. Specifically, they will:
Discuss the presentation and diagnosis of biliary atresia
Explain pathophysiology behind jaundice
Discuss preoperative and postoperative recommendations for the Kasai procedure
Review complications and outcomes of the Kasai procedure
Share advice for navigating the diagnosis of biliary atresia with families
Special thanks to Dr. Rebecca Yang...2023-10-1534 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSalicylate Toxicity Management in ChildrenDid you know that salicylate containing substances alone were responsible for over 6,000 cases of pediatric poison exposures in 2020? Dr. Arden Conway, a Pediatric Critical Care Physician, joins Medical Students Morgan Franklin and Ifrah Waris to discuss the evaluation and management for salicylate overdose in a pediatric patient. Specifically, they will:
• Review the pathophysiology of salicylate toxicity
• Review the basic assessment skills for acutely ill pediatric patients
• Discuss the diagnostic options and evaluation for a child presenting with a potential salicylate overdose
• Discuss the management and monitoring of salicylate overdose
• Medications and treatments reviewed: activated c...2023-09-1531 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCatch Up Immunizations for ChildrenImmunizations are a critical component of the well child management in pediatric patients, as they are responsible for the prevention of numerous serious diseases with devastating consequences even if adequately treated. While many providers are well versed in the standard immunization schedule for children, the care and management of under-immunized children may present itself a challenge. Join Dr. Shreeti Kapoor, a general pediatrician for over 25 years, and recent Pediatric Resident graduate, Dr. Monique Bailey as they discuss caring for under-immunized children. Specifically, they will:
Review the recommended vaccination schedule for all children, with a focus on those aged 0...2023-08-1518 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastPollen-Food Allergy Syndrome (PFAS)Have you ever eaten something and began feeling itchiness and tingling of your lips or throat? This could be due to PFAS, which stands for Pollen-Food Allergy Syndrome. PFAS is a hypersensitivity reaction that can occur in individuals who have seasonal allergic rhinitis. The symptoms are caused by a cross-reactivity between plant pollens and food proteins following the ingestion of certain fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts. Join medical student Ryan Boykin and Pediatric Allergist Dr. Sarah Spriet as they discuss the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of PFAS.
After listening to this episode, leaners should be able to:2023-07-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastNocturnal EnuresisNocturnal enuresis is a common problem for pediatric patients that can be quite distressing for children as well as their parents. In this episode join Madeline Snipes, a medical student at the Medical College of Georgia as she discusses nocturnal enuresis with Chief of Pediatric Urology at the Children's Hospital of Georgia, Dr. Bradley Morganstern, and Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Susan Goldberg, on an overview of nocturnal enuresis. Specifically, they will review:
• The definition of nocturnal enuresis and its basic epidemiology.
• The potential causes of nocturnal enuresis.
• The appropriate workup for a pediatric patient with noct...2023-06-1529 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastThe Early Days of the Newborn InfantBringing home and caring for a newborn can be overwhelming for a new caregiver, but proper guidance and education in the newborn nursery can alleviate many worries… and be lifesaving! Dr. Nirupma Sharma, a Pediatric Hospitalist, is joined by fourth year medical student, and future pediatrician, Grace Porter to discuss key educational areas of newborn care essential for pediatricians and caregivers to know upon discharge from the hospital. Specifically, they will:
Review key environmental safety factors for the newborn including safe sleep practices, smoke avoidance, caregiver awareness, infectious exposures, and car safety.
Discuss normal feeding, voiding, stooling, and sp...2023-05-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastNoninvasive Respiratory SupportNoninvasive respiratory support is an important modality utilized in the pediatric critical care setting to treat respiratory failure without the use of an artificial airway. On today's discussion, pediatric critical care fellow, Dr. John-David Bruce joins pediatric hospitalist, Dr. Brynn Ehlers and Dr. Gene Fisher who is a pediatric intensivist that serves as the division chief of Pediatric Critical Care unit at the Children's Hospital of Georgia.
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
1. Recognize different types of noninvasive respiratory support
2. Have an understanding of basic settings involved in the different m...2023-04-1526 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAcetaminophen ToxicityDid you know that household Tylenol is one of the most common causes of both intentional and unintentional toxicity in the pediatric population? Dr. George Hsu, a Pediatric Emergency Physician, joins Dr. Rebecca Yang and Medical Students Morgan Franklin and Ifrah Waris to discuss the evaluation and management for acetaminophen overdose in a pediatric patient. Specifically, they will:
Review the basic assessment skills and evaluation for a child presenting with a potential acetaminophen overdose
Discuss the diagnostic options and monitoring of acetaminophen overdose
Discuss how to use the Rumack-Matthew nomogram in the treatment of acetaminophen overdose
Medications and tr...2023-03-1526 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastPreventing Obesity Through Early Nutrition & Physical ActivityOver the past two decades the number of children with obesity has continued to rise. Obesity in childhood predisposes children to both immediate and future health risk. Dr. Rebecca Yang, a general pediatrician, joins community pediatrician Dr. Ashley Miller to discuss nutrition and physical activity recommendations throughout childhood. Specifically, they will:
Discuss the role nutrition and physical activity plays in pediatric obesity
Educate on nutritional requirements for healthy growth and development
Determine on how food insecurity plays a role in obesity
Inform about recommendations for physical activity and age-appropriate guidelines
Understand the barriers to physical activity
Special...2023-02-1531 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastStatus EpilepticusStatus Epilepticus is one of the most common pediatric neurologic emergencies and requires prompt, targeted treatment to reduce patient morbidity and mortality. On this podcast, Pediatric Critical Care Physician, Dr. Renuka Mehta, Pediatric Resident Physician, Dr. Yvonne Ibe, and medical student, Emily Austin will discuss management for status epilepticus and rapid interventions that can be potentially lifesaving—because in seizure management, time is brain.
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Thank you for listening to this episode from the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia. An a...2023-01-1529 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastMajor Depressive DisorderAmidst the battle of the mental health crisis, major depressive disorder stands out as an all-too-common reality for many children and adolescents, but the forces of science and medicine can stand against this foe. Dr. Christopher Drescher, a clinical child psychologist, joins pediatric resident Dr. Daniel Allen and medical student Vuk Lacmanovic to remove the cape from this increasingly common condition and discuss its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Specifically, they will:
Define major depressive disorder (MDD) and recognize the common symptoms in both children and adolescents.
Formulate a differential diagnosis for patients presenting with depressive symptoms.
Recognize validated...2023-01-1224 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastLyme DiseaseLyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the US that can present in three different stages. Diagnosis is through a combination of a thorough history, review of systems, physical exam, as well as a two-tier serologic testing. Former Pediatric resident, Dr. James Davis, joins Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Dr. Susan Goldberg, to discuss the evaluation and management of Lyme Disease in the pediatric population. After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Recognize common presenting signs and symptoms of Early Localized, Early Disseminated, and Late Lyme disease from a patient history and physical examination
D...2022-12-1532 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastWhy Colds Are Uncool for AnesthesiaDid you know that a mild respiratory infection could be the culprit of an adverse respiratory event during a patient undergoing anesthesia? Dr. Pedro Solorzano and Dr. Ana Mavarez join Krishna Shah to discuss the evaluation and management of upper respiratory infections for patients undergoing anesthetic care. Specifically, they will:
Recall key aspects of the preoperative assessment performed by the pediatric anesthesiologist prior to perform an anesthetic.
Understand why an upper respiratory infection (URI) affects the pediatric anesthesiologist’s decision to proceed or postpone a surgery or procedure requiring anesthesia or sedation.
Identify the severity of the URI symptoms t...2022-11-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAmblyopiaDid you know that the leading cause of monocular vision loss for people of all ages can only be prevented by intervening in early childhood? Amblyopia, or decreased vision from lack of visual stimulation, affects about 3-5% of children and can lead to permanent vision loss if not treated by the age of 8. Dr. Stephanie Goei, a pediatric ophthalmologist, joins medical students Lindsay Berman and Joanne Thomas to discuss detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of amblyopia in infancy and early childhood. Specifically, they will cover how to:
Recognize common history and physical exam findings associated with amblyopia.
Formulate...2022-10-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAmenorrheaDid you know that menstrual abnormalities affect up to 75% of adolescent females and account for a large portion of visits to the doctor as well as for missed school? Dr. Nirupma Sharma, a pediatric hospitalist with prior training in obstetrics and gynecology, joins medical students Mary Beth Mahaffey and Lauren Brewer to discuss evaluation of a common menstrual abnormality, amenorrhea, in a female adolescent patient. Specifically, they will:
Define amenorrhea and distinguish between primary and secondary causes.
Discuss important aspects of the history and physical exam, as well as interpretation of relevant labs.
Review the presentation and initial...2022-09-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastHIV PrEPAdolescents represent a portion of the fastest growing demographic for development of sexually transmitted infection. Studies have found that STIs have some of the highest rates in individuals aged 15-24, and 20% of new HIV diagnoses occur in people aged 13-24. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is medicine people at risk for HIV take to prevent getting HIV from sex or injection drug use and is an effective tool to dramatically decrease the risk of HIV acquisition in at-risk youth. Dr. Cheryl Newman, a board certified infectious disease specialist joins medical students Patrice Collins and Elise Liu to discuss PrEP for HIV...2022-08-1528 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastChildhood Vaccine HesitancyVaccine development is considered one of the greatest achievements of public health and medical science with millions of lives saved worldwide from many once-deadly infectious diseases. Fortunately, most parents readily accept all vaccines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). However, vaccine hesitancy is becoming increasingly prevalent. Pediatric Resident, Dr. Caroline Fu, joins Associate Professor of Pediatrics at MCG, Dr. Donna Moore, to discuss childhood vaccine hesitancy.
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
1. Recognize the public health concerns of childhood vaccination refusal and delays.
2. Understand common objections and concerns abo...2022-07-1531 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastPediatric Non-Accidental TraumaAccording to the US Department of Health and Human Services, in 2018, there were 7.8 million children evaluated nationally for child abuse. About 1700 of the cases were associated with fatalities. Did you know that the younger the child, the more likely for abuse to result in death? For this reason, it is the responsibility of the entire healthcare team and anyone who works with children to know what the signs of child abuse are. Dr. Kevin Allen, a Pediatric Emergency Physician and Medical Director of the Child Protection Team, joins Resident Dr. Chaitanya Sambangi and Medical Student Clara Horner to discuss n...2022-06-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAnimal and Human BitesDid you know that there are an estimated 5 million human or animal bite wounds occur annually in the United States? Dog bite wounds are the most common, and infections rates can be as high as 50% for cat bite wounds. Today, pediatric resident, Dr. Jack Noel, joins pediatric emergency medicine physician, Dr. Jim Wilde, and pediatric emergency medicine fellow, Dr. Inna Kaminecki, to explore the common management strategies and potential pitfalls to avoid.
Specifically, we will be covering the following:
1. Recognize common history and physical exam findings associated with animal and human bites.
2. Be able to...2022-05-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastFailure to Thrive in ChildhoodThe commonly seen diagnosis of Failure to Thrive is an easily preventable disease state but when ignored, it can lead to serious complications. Dr. Rebecca Yang and Dr. Kathryn McLeod joins medical student Sheenu Chirackel to discuss the evaluation and management for failure to thrive in childhood. Listen to this week’s podcast to:
Recognize common history and physical exam findings associated with Failure to Thrive
Formulate a differential diagnosis for FTT
Identify potential risk factors and causes for FTT
Initiate appropriate therapy for FTT
Special thanks to Dr. Rebecca Pierce for peer reviewing this episode
FREE CM...2022-04-1530 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastThe Limping ChildChildren frequently are brought to the emergency room for difficulty walking. In some cases, the cause is easily identified, but in others, the cause can be a sign of a more serious condition. Dr. George Hsu, a Pediatric Emergency Physician, joins Dr. Ohmed Khilji and Pediatric Resident Kristen Schmidbauer to discuss the evaluation and management of children presenting with a limp. Specifically, they will:
Review common history and physical exam findings associated with conditions causing children to limp
Discuss initial diagnostic approach, as well as selecting appropriate labs, imaging, and treatment options
Diagnoses discussed: septic arthritis, toddler’s fra...2022-03-1528 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAutism Spectrum DisorderWelcome to the MCG Pediatric Podcast! Dr. April Hartman, an associate professor of Pediatrics and the Division Chief of General Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, is joined by Medical Student, Kayla Cooper to discuss pertinent topics surrounding individuals living with Autism with a pediatric lens. Specifically, they will:
Define, Explain the prevalence of, and discuss clinical symptoms of autism spectrum disorder
Explain the diagnostic evaluation of autism spectrum disorder
Discuss the screening and surveillance of autism spectrum disorder
Evaluate the management of co-occurring conditions with autism spectrum disorder
Define Current Interventions for pa...2022-02-1530 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastLead Toxicity in ChildrenLead toxicity continues to be a major public health concern in the United States. Children are particularly vulnerable to the potential toxicity of lead. Nicole Bisel, a medical student at the Medical College of Georgia is joined by pediatricians Dr. Tyrone Bristol and Dr. Rebecca Yang to to discuss the risk, evaluation and management of lead toxicity in children.
Specifically, they will:
Why lead toxicity continues to be an issue today
Discuss sources of how humans are exposed to lead
Review Risk Factors & Consequences of lead toxicity
And finally discuss screening, management, and treatment for children...2022-01-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSickle Cell Disease, Part 2We are back with more information about Sickle Cell Disease with emphasis on adolescent health. Dr. Nnenna Badamosi, a Pediatric Hematologist, joins Dr. Zachary Hodges and Second Year Medical Student Kayla Cooper to discuss the important aspects that every pediatrician should know when treating patients with Sickle cell disease. Specifically, they will:
Recognize the important complications of SCD in adolescence & young adulthood.
Generally, recall the required routine health maintenance for adolescents and young adults with SCD.
Recognize the complexity of chronic pain in SCD and the necessity for multidisciplinary care.
Identify risk factors associated with increased health care...2021-12-1518 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSickle Cell Disease, Part 1We all have heard of Sickle cell disease, but have we discussed care across the lifespan for patients with this condition? Dr. Nnenna Badamosi, a Pediatric Hematologist, joins Dr. Zachary Hodges and Second Year Medical Student Kayla Cooper to discuss the important aspects that every pediatrician should know when treating patients with Sickle cell disease. Specifically, they will:
Recognize newborn screening results that are consistent with sickle cell disease
Recognize the need for additional routine vaccines for meningococcal and streptococcal pneumonia disease in children with sickle cell disease.
Understand the indications and initiate appropriate antibiotic prophylaxis for infants...2021-12-0127 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastOnline Technology Use for ChildrenWe are living in a technology saturated world as we rely on smart devices for virtual learning, entertainment, completing work, and connecting with others. But how much is too much for our children? What are risks and benefits of technology use for children? And what is the pediatrician’s role in helping to educate their patients and parents?
Join Dr. Jacob Eichenberger and Dr. Kathryn Peralta as they discuss the impact of technology use on children and how pediatricians can counsel families on appropriate use to ensure healthy development and wellbeing.
Learning Objectives:
Review th...2021-11-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastPalliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall (Part 2)Palliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall
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Participants:
Rachel Vaizer, MD
Sharon Beall, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
Peer review by the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
About our guest:
Dr. Sharon Beall is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia and the medical director for the Children’s Hospital of Georgia palliative care and hospice program.
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Understand the value of palliative care as well as an...2021-11-0119 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastPalliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall (Part 1)Palliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall
Participants:
Rachel Vaizer, MD
Sharon Beall, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
Peer review by the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
Free CME Credit: Click Here
About our guest:
Dr. Sharon Beall is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia and the medical director for the Children’s Hospital of Georgia palliative care and hospice program.
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Understand the value of palliative care as well as an...2021-10-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCystic Fibrosis- Nutrition and Exercise ConsiderationsHosts:
Medical Student: Brooke Pace Quertermous
Faculty: Katie McKie, MD
Faculty: Ryan Harris, Ph.D
Peer Review: Rebecca Yang, MD; Janelle McGill, MD
During this episode, you will learn that Cystic Fibrosis is more than just a lung disease. Individuals with CF are also at risk for malabsorption, maldigestion, intestinal obstruction, exercise intolerance, and other systemic abnormalities.
Dr. Katie McKie, Director of Pediatric Pulmonology at Augusta University, joins Dr. Ryan Harris, Founder and Director of the LIVEP and CF researcher, and Medical Student Brooke Quertermous to discuss the impact of nutrition and exercise...2021-09-2823 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastNeonatal Opioid Withdrawal SyndromeJoin medical student Rilee Racine and Dr. Brian Stansfield, a neonatologist at the Children's Hospital of Georgia discuss Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome, also known as NOWS.
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Define neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome
Apply knowledge of signs and symptoms of NOWS to recognize these infants early
Demonstrate general understanding of non-pharmacologic vs. pharmacologic management indications
Recall the long term effects of NOWS and utilize this information to care for these infants long-term
Educate families on clinical symptoms, management, and potential complications of NOWS
Peer Review by Dr. R...2021-09-1523 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastFeedback with Dr. Lisa LeggioFeedback with Dr. Lisa Leggio
Participants
Jameson Kenerly (MS4)
Jessica Davis, DO
Lisa Leggio, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
Peer review by Dr. Andy Albritton and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
About our guest:
Dr. Lisa Leggio is a professor of pediatrics here at the Medical College of Georgia and a practicing general pediatrician at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia. She is the director of the pediatric clerkship which is commonly voted as a favorite rotation by our medical students. Individually, she is a very successful medical educator and has been rec...2021-09-0121 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastJuvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) with Dr. Julisa PatelJuvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
Participants
Christina Cho (MS3)
Julisa Patel, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
Peer review by pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Rita Jerath and the MCG Pediatric Podcast committee.
About our guest:
Dr. Julisa Patel is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and practicing pediatric rheumatologist here at MCG.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of listening to this episode, learners should be able to:
Recognize the common signs and symptoms associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA).
Formulate a differential diagnosis for a child with arthritis.
Understand t...2021-08-1526 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTrisomy 13 & 18 Family Perspective with Wiley and Jenny Purcell (Part 2)Trisomy 13 & 18—Family Perspective Wiley and Jenny Purcell
Participants
Wiley and Jenny Purcell
Zachary Hodges
All participants have no financial conflicts of interest to disclose.
Peer review by Dr. Paul Mann and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
About our guests:
Wiley and Jenny Purcell have been gracious to share their story of their son Samul and their family’s experience with his diagnosis of trisomy 13. We are very excited to share their story!
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to better unde...2021-08-0125 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTrisomy 13 & 18 Family Perspective with Wiley and Jenny Purcell (Part 1)Trisomy 13 & 18—Family Perspective Wiley and Jenny Purcell
Participants
Wiley and Jenny Purcell
Zachary Hodges
All participants have no financial conflicts of interest to disclose.
Peer review by Dr. Paul Mann and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
About our guests:
Wiley and Jenny Purcell have been gracious to share their story of their son Samul and their family’s experience with his diagnosis of trisomy 13. We are very excited to share their story!
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to better unde...2021-07-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTrisomy 13 & 18 Cardiac Surgery with Dr. James St. LouisTrisomy 13 & 18 Cardiac Surgery with Dr. James St. Louis
Participants:
James St. Louis, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
Peer review by Dr. Pushpa Shivaram and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
About our Guest:
Dr. James St. Louis is the J. Harold Harrison, MD Distinguished Chair in Pediatrics, Surgery and Cardiothroacic Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia. He is the Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic and Congenital Cardiac Surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia.
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Recognize the...2021-07-0114 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastBreastfeedingDid you know that in the U.S., only 50% of infants are being exclusively breastfed at 3 months of age or that breastmilk helps reduce the incidence of otitis media and sudden infant death syndrome? Dr. Rebecca Pierce, a general pediatrician and international board certified lactation consultant at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia is joined by pediatric resident Nicole Lock to discuss the importance of breastfeeding.
Specifically, they will:
Review guidelines and recommendations for breastfeeding
Discuss breastfeeding benefits and contraindications
Recognize common problems in breastfeeding and discuss practical solutions
Discuss barriers to breastfeeding
Review appropriate resources fo...2021-06-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTrisomy 13 & 18 Ethical Considerations with Dr. Paul MannTrisomy 13 & 18 Ethical Considerations with Dr. Paul Mann
PARTICIPANTS:
Paul Mann, MD
Zachary Hodges, MD
About Our Guest:
Dr. Paul Mann is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Chief of the Division of Neonatology and practicing neonatologist at the Medical College of Georgia. He also is the Director of Clinical Ethics for the Augusta University Center for Bioethics and Health Policy.
Free CME Credit: https://mcg.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=7772
Learning Objectives:
By the end of listening to this episode, learners should be able to:
Recognize...2021-06-0120 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastCongenital HypothyroidismTITLE: Congenital Hypothyroidism
Last Updated: April 30, 2021
PARTICIPANTS:
Host: Dr. Zachary Hodges
Learner: Dr. John Baek
Specialist: Dr. Jacqueline Chan
PEER REVIEWERS:
Dr. Christopher Houk
MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee
Free CME Credit: https://mcg.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=7771
Learning Objectives:
After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Recall the incidence of and risk factors associated with congenital hypothyroidism.
Understand the importance of early diagnosis and the harms of delayed treatment.
Understand the normal hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis.
Understand the methods of newborn screening for congenital hypot...2021-05-1526 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastChildhood ObesityDid you know that 1 out of 5 children in the United States ages 6 to 19 are overweight or obese?
Dr. Jamie Lawson, a Pediatric Hospitalist, joins Pediatric Resident Ashley Miller to discuss the evaluation and management pediatric obesity. Specifically, they will:
Review the key history and physical exam findings associated with obesity.
Discuss the initial diagnostic approach to obesity
Identify associated co-morbidities of patients with obesity
Guide pediatricians on how to initiate appropriate therapy for children who are overweight or obese
Advise on strategies to counsel patients and their families
Special thanks to Dr. Rebecca Yang and...2021-04-1524 min
EM Basic103 Pediatric IV FluidsPediatric intensivist Dr. Will Cagle joins the show to discuss the AAP Maintenance IV fluid guidelines and considerations when choosing IV fluids for pediatric inpatients. What do you need to know from the 2018 AAP maintenance IV fluid guideline? How common is hyponatremia in hospitalized patients and why does it matter to your practice? What is SIADH and how does it contribute to hyponatremia in acutely ill children? How can we prevent hyponatremia in our hospitalized patients? What are the differences between hypotonic and isotonic fluids? What are balance...2021-04-0536 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastE-cigarettesDr. Alice Caldwell, general pediatrician and member of the AAP Executive Committee on Tobacco Control joins pediatric resident Dr. Kate Peralta, to discuss E-cigarettes and vaping in adolescents.
In this episode we will discuss:
How national policy has shaped tobacco use and the shift from combustible cigarettes to vaping.
Why E-cigarettes have grown in popularity among youth and young adults.
Side effects of vaping, including nicotine addiction, nicotine withdrawal, other toxins and carcinogens, E-cigarette, or Vaping product use-Associated Lung Injury (EVALI), burns, and explosions
How primary care clinicians can use the 5As to screen and t...2021-03-1525 min
EM Basic101 Kawasaki DiseaseKawasaki: Dr. Pushpa Shivaram, an assistant professor of pediatrics and pediatric cardiologist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Dr. Zac Hodges and Sonal Dugar (M4) to discuss this very important topic in pediatric medicine. What exactly is Kawasaki disease and why is this topic so important? How do you make the diagnosis and what other diagnoses should you consider? How can you diagnosis incomplete Kawasaki when the classic features are not all present? What is the first-line treatment? When should you get an echocardiogram? ...2021-03-0826 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastMultisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)TITLE: Multisystem Inflammatory Disease in Children (MIS-C)
Last Updated: January 22, 2021
PARTICIPANTS:
Hosts: Sonal Dugar, Zachary Hodges, Pushpa Shivaram, Julisa Patel
Peer Reviewer #1: Smitha Mathew
Peer Reviewer #2: Reda Bassali
By the end of listening to this podcast, learners should be able to:
Recognize the general clinical presentation of MIS-C.
Create a differential diagnosis for children presenting with a non-specific hyperinflammatory syndrome.
Recall the CDC case definition of MIS-C.
Recall the general approach to the initial evaluation of a patient with possible MIS-C.
Compare and contrast the general presentation of MIS-C and Kawasaki disease.
...2021-02-1528 min
EM Basic99 BronchiolitisDr. Reda Bassali, professor of pediatrics and pediatric hospitalist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Dr. Zac Hodges and Gavriella Mendel (M3) to discuss this very important topic in pediatric medicine. What exactly is bronchiolitis and why is this topic so important? How do you make the diagnosis and what other diagnoses should you consider? What treatments work, and more importantly, which treatments do not? What patients can go home and who needs to be admitted? All of this and more from the Department of Pediatrics and the...2021-02-082h 32The MCG Pediatric PodcastOne Pill Can KillDid you know that a single tablet from the medicine cabinet or ingestion of a teaspoon of a liquid household product can potentially cause morbidity and even death in a child?
Dr. Jennifer Tucker, a Pediatric Emergency Physician, joins Dr. Rebecca Yang and Pediatric Resident James Davis to discuss the evaluation and management for specific common but dangerous household medications and substances in the household.
Review the basic assessment skills and evaluation for a child presenting with a potential toxic ingestion
Discuss the role of decontamination, diagnostic options, treatment and monitoring for toxic ingestions
Medica...2021-01-1525 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastIV Fluid UpdatePediatric intensivist, Dr. Will Cagle joins the show to discuss the AAP Maintenance IV fluid guidelines and considerations when choosing IV fluids for pediatric inpatients.
What do you need to know from the 2018 AAP maintenance IV fluid guideline?
How common is hyponatremia in hospitalized patients and why does it matter to your practice?
What is SIADH and how does it contribute to hyponatremia in acutely ill children?
How can we prevent hyponatremia in our hospitalized patients?
What are the differences between hypotonic and isotonic fluids?
What are balan...2020-12-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastKawasaki Disease
Dr. Pushpa Shivaram, an assistant professor of pediatrics and pediatric cardiologist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Dr. Zac Hodges and Sonal Dugar (M4) to discuss this very important topic in pediatric medicine.
What exactly is Kawasaki disease and why is this topic so important?
How do you make the diagnosis and what other diagnoses should you consider?
How can you diagnosis incomplete Kawasaki when the classic features are not all present?
What is the first-line treatment?
When should you get an echocardiogram?
When should you...2020-12-0126 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastBronchiolitisDr. Reda Bassali, professor of pediatrics and pediatric hospitalist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Dr. Zac Hodges and Gavriella Mendel (M3) to discuss this very important topic in pediatric medicine.
What exactly is bronchiolitis and why is this topic so important?
How do you make the diagnosis and what other diagnoses should you consider?
What treatments work, and more importantly, which treatments do not?
What patients can go home and who needs to be admitted?
All of this and more from the Department of Pediatrics and the...2020-11-1524 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastJude's Story & 22q11 Deletion SyndromeDr. Charles Scarborough joins the show to discuss the story of his son Jude, and his family's experience with his son's diagnosis with 22q11 deletion syndrome.
In addition to hearing about the Scarborough's personal experience, we talk about the genetic considerations and common clinical manifestations of 22q11.2 deletion syndrome.
How do you approach the general diagnostic testing and screening evaluation of a child with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome?
We also discuss the impact that genetic and chronic disease has on our pediatric patients and their families.
Thanks to Dr. Paul Mann, Dr. Li...2020-11-0135 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)Dr. April Hartman, Dr. Zachary Hodges, and MS4 Rachel Vaizer join the show to discuss adverse childhood experiences and screening for them in the pediatric clinic.
What are the key questions to ask?
What are adverse childhood experiences and how do they affect a child’s long-term health?
How do you bring up the concept of adverse childhood experiences with parents?
How do you screen for ACEs and what do we do with a positive screen at a clinic visit?
All of this and more from the Dep...2020-10-1521 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSleep Disorders in Children (Part 2)
Dr. Katie McKie, a pediatric sleep specialist at the Children's Hospital of Georgia, joins pediatrician Dr. Rebecca Yang to continue their discussion on sleep disorders in the pediatric population.
What are the clinical features of restless leg syndrome?
What are pharmacologic and alternative options for treatment?
When should a patient be referred to a speech specialist?
What is a sleep study and what information does it provide?
Special thanks to Dr. Lisa Leggio and Dr. Robert Pendergrast who also contributed to this podcast episode.
Citation:
McKie, K. (Host). Yang, R. (Host). Leggio, L. (Contributor); Pendergrast, R. (Contributor). (2020, Oc...2020-10-0116 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSleep Disorders in Children (Part 1)Dr. Katie McKie, a pediatric sleep specialist at the Children's Hospital of Georgia, joins pediatrician Dr. Rebecca Yang on a two-part series to discuss the diagnosis and management of sleep disorders in the pediatric population.
What is the prevalence of sleep disorders in children?
How much sleep does a child need based on developmental stage?
How does the general pediatrician screen for sleep disorders?
What are clinical features of poor sleep hygiene, behavioral insomnia of childhood, delayed sleep phase syndrome, and chronic insomnia of childhood?
Special thanks to Dr. Lisa Leggio and Dr. Robert Pendergrast who also contributed to this p...2020-09-1519 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSports-Related ConcussionsDr. James Crownover, an assistant professor of Primary Care Sports Medicine and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Augusta University, joins Drs. Brynn Ehlers and Lauren Lim to discuss the management of pediatric concussions.
What exactly is a concussion and when should you be concerned for something more?
What are the must-not-miss symptoms and exam findings?
What tools are available for the initial sideline assessment of sports-related concussions?
Finally, what is the best way to get our pediatric patients back to school and play after suffering a concussion?
All of...2020-08-2024 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastRespiratory FailureDr. Renuka Mehta, a pediatric intensivist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Drs Matthew Smith and Zac Hodges to discuss the fundamentals of respiratory failure.
What is the structure of the initial evaluation of a critically-ill child?
What is exactly is respiratory failure?
What is the role of non-invasive respiratory support in pediatric patients?
What are the indications for emergency intubation?
What are the general concepts that learners need to understand about invasive mechanical ventilation?
All of this and more from the Department of Pediatrics from the M...2020-08-1035 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastAbdominal PainDr. Aaron Worth and Dr. Havilah Sthole join the show to discuss the essentials of evaluating the child with abdominal pain in the pediatric clinic.
What are the key questions to ask?
How do we get a good physical exam with an anxious child?
They describe an approach to care for children suffering from common disorders in the pediatric primary care clinic but also include the must not miss findings and diagnoses associated with this very non-specific complaint.
All of this and more from the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical C...2020-08-0120 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTeaching in the Healthcare SettingJoin pediatricians Lisa Leggio, Kathryn McLeod and Zac Hodges as they discuss the essentials of teaching in the healthcare setting.
What do you need to know before hosting a learner in the clinic?
What about the inpatient setting?
How can you work meaningful teaching points into a busy day?
Finish up with the basics on giving feedback and evaluating your learner.
All this and more on this episode from the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia
Thanks for listening!
https://www.augusta...2020-07-1522 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSepsisPediatric intensivist Smitha Mathew, PICU fellow Katie Verdone and emergency physician Dan McCollum join Zac Hodges on this episode to discuss pediatric sepsis.
How do you effectively screen for sepsis and systematically evaluate septic children?
What are the initial steps to treat children diagnosed with sepsis and septic shock?
What do we we need to know from the Surviving Sepsis Campaign 2019 Pediatric Guidelines?
All this and more on this episode from the Department of Pediatrics at Augusta University
https://www.augusta.edu/mcg/pediatrics/residency/podcast.php
Sp...2020-07-0136 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastConstipationJoin general pediatrician Rebecca Yang and pediatric gastroenterologist Rami Arrouk as they discuss this common complaint in the general pediatric office.
What are the red flags on history and physical?
What are the best first-line strategies?
What patients need a work-up and referral for specialty care?
All of this and more from the Department of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia.
2020-06-1519 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastMyalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue SyndromeJoin adolescent medicine specialist Dr. Robert Pendergast and MCG pediatric resident Dr. James Davis as they discuss Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS).
What is ME/CFS?
How to make the diagnosis?
What comorbid conditions need to be considered?
How do we help patients with this uncommon but debilitating condition?
All of this and more on the next episode of the MCG Pediatric Podcast.
Thanks for listening!
2020-06-0126 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastTraumatic Brain Injury (TBI)Join MCG pediatric intensivisit Christopher Watson, emergency physician Dan McCollum and pediatric resident Zac Hodges as they discuss the management of pediatric traumatic brain injury.
What should you look for on exam?
When is intubation appropriate?
How can you treat increased intracranial pressure?
Where should you send your patient if you are at a community emergency department?
We go beyond the basics here, discussing a very challenging topic.
2020-05-1526 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastOveruse InjuriesJoin pediatrician Dr. Lauren Newhall and current pediatric resident & future pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Meghan Nelson as they discuss the diagnosis and treatment of overuse injuries encountered in the general pediatric clinic.
2020-05-0118 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastMeconium Aspiration & Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn (PPHN)Dr. Brian Stansfield, a neonatologist at MCG and Children's Hospital of Georgia, joins host Zac Hodges to discuss a clinical approach to the undifferentiated hypoxic neonate. They also review the fundamentals and some added clinical pearls about meconium aspiration and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn.
2020-04-1531 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastSickle Cell DiseasePediatric hematologist Eric Ring joins Dan McCollum and Zac Hodges to discuss what you need to know to care for many common presentations of children with sickle cell disease in the clinic or the emergency department.
2020-04-0123 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastDiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)Listen now to learn from pediatric intensivist Chris Watson and emergency physician Dan McCollum as they discuss the fundamentals and notable recent publications on the diagnosis and management of DKA in pediatric patients with host Zac Hodges.
2020-03-1522 min
The MCG Pediatric PodcastFebrile infants < 60 days of ageListen now to hear MCG pediatric hospitalist Kathryn McLeod and EM physician Dan McCollum meet with host Zac Hodges as they discuss the fundamentals and new publications surrounding the management of febrile infants.
Music:
Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3976-life-of-riley
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
2020-03-0129 minThe MCG Pediatric PodcastIntroduction to the MCG Pediatric PodcastThe department of pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia is excited to announce the MCG Pediatric Podcast, an educational podcast for pediatric healthcare providers. Join pediatric residents and faculty members here at MCG every two weeks for a new discussion of a relevant topic in pediatric medicine.
https://www.augusta.edu/mcg/pediatrics/residency/podcast.php
Questions or feedback? Please email us at mcgpediatricpodcast@augusta.edu
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