Dr Steven Cuff stops by the PediaCast Studio to discuss sports-related concussions. We explore diagnosis and the management of short-term and long-term symptoms, along with school implications and return-to-play guidelines. We also consider state laws related to concussions in student athletes. We hope you can join us!

Dr Eric Sigel, from Children’s Hospital Colorado, visits the PediaCast studio to talk about violent death in American youth. We describe the scope of the problem and explore risk factors, screening, counseling, referral and advocacy efforts aimed at preventing violent death. We hope you can join us!

Dr Preeti Jaggi stops by the PediaCast Studio to talk about antibiotic stewardship. We discuss goals behind the concept with practical tips for setting up a stewardship program in large institutions and small practices. We also explore several high-priority conditions and outline steps you can take now to sharpen your antibiotic prescribing skills. We hope you can join us!

This week we consider childhood physical abuse. We’ll explore the scope of the problem (as many as 95% of cases go unreported!), risk factors for families, “red flags” in the history and physical exam, medical work-up when abuse is suspected, effective reporting to child protection agencies and supporting kids and families through the process. We hope you can join us!

It’s our first-ever book review on PediaCast CME! Larry Hurtubise, Dr Elizabeth Bonachea and Dr Kyla Driest stop by the studio to talk about Make It Stick and Teaming. We uncover nuggets from cognitive psychology and the corporate world and then apply what we learn to medical education and clinical practice. We hope you can join us!

Dr Ashley Fernandes visits the PediaCast studio as we consider pediatric medical ethics. We’ll lay a foundation and framework for walking through difficult decisions and apply what we learn to specific clinical cases. We hope you can join us!

Dr Geri Hewitt joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on ovarian/adnexal torsion in the pediatric and adolescent population. Torsion can occur at any age, but is most common between 9 and 14 years. Presentation can be variable and laboratory and imaging studies nonspecific. Clinical suspicion is paramount for rapid diagnosis and surgical intervention, which is necessary to preserve ovarian function. We hope you can join us for this important conversation!

This week we shed light on toxic stress and resiliency. Discover how adverse events of childhood impact development, learning and adult health. We explore causes and effects of toxic stress and consider best practices for identification, treatment and prevention. We also discuss the promotion of resilience within medical homes, schools and communities. Guests include Dr Becky Baum, Dr Cody Hostutler, Kamilah Twymon and Dr Kari Phang. We hope you can join us!

Dr Patience White visits the PediaCast Studio to talk about the transition of pediatric patients to adult health care. Smooth transitions result in best outcomes, but they don’t happen on their own. Providers must be intentional with the design and implementation of a transition program within their clinical practice. Join us and we’ll share how!

Dr Kristina Lehman is an IM/Peds physician and advanced lactation consultant. She stops by the studio to remind us of breastfeeding’s importance and the skills needed to support breastfeeding moms. We cover strategies for initiating and maintaining breastfeeding, along with common problems and their solutions. We hope you can join us!