Healing Heroes PDX: A Shriners Children’s Portland Podcast

Portland Shriners Hospital recreational therapist Caroline Scott talks about building coping skills for large and small life events through recreation and leisure time.

Dr. Josie Davidson explains the detailed surgical process; what to expect prior, afterward, and recovery.

Dr. Robert Bernstein explains what skeletal dysplasia is, how common it is, warning signs, and treatment options available.

Dr. Dominique Larson shares his favorite part of his work, what drew him to Shriners Hospital-Portland, and what he likes to do in his free time.

Dr. Jeremy Bauer explains what cerebral palsy is and how it affects the brain and body, the signs parents should look out for, the importance of early detection, and the services provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland.

Susan Gallegos explains what a Child Life Specialist does, common techniques used to help children cope, and the different support groups available at Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland .

Todd Dewees shares the difference between an orthotic and prosthetic device, the types of in-house orthotics and prosthetics services offered, the types of resources offered at Portland Shriners Hospital for Children.

Dr. Krister Freese discusses the different conditions treated that affect a child's upper extremity and the different services provided at Portland Shriners Hospital for treating upper extremities.

A parent of a patient, Mick Stevens shares why he decided to have his daughter cared for at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland, why he decided to join the parent advisory committee, and some of his favorite memories at the hospital.

Dr. Michelle Welborn shares the most common spinal deformities and Scoliosis, the treatment options available, and the importance of early detection.