Charting Pediatrics

In this podcast, Bill Anderson, MD , co-director of the multidisciplinary Asthma Program  at Children's Colorado and assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, talks about asthma. He discusses challenges in the management of asthma, the effect of asthma on pediatric patients and treatment options now available. In this episode, Dr. Anderson discusses: Commo...

In this episode, Daniel Searing, MD , Professor of pediatrics and allergies at Children's Colorado, talks about seasonal allergies and pollen. He discusses the effects of pollen, how to treat and alleviate allergies, and more. In this episode, Dr. Searing discusses: Pollen and how it affects allergies Why cottonwood trees are a big pollinator, especially in the springtime Why rain and humidity shu...

Today, we're discussing celiac disease with guest Edwin Liu, MD . Dr. Liu is an international leader in the research and management of celiac disease, the Director of the Colorado Center for Celiac Disease at Children's Colorado and a professor of pediatrics at the CU School of Medicine. In this episode: How the prevalence of celiac disease has changed over time and what that means The hygiene hyp...

In this episode, Stephanie Mayer, MD , joins us to share her insights on diagnosing hip pain in pediatric patients. We're discussing this issue from its symptoms and causes to how to manage hip pain. Dr. Mayer is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Children's Colorado and an assistant professor of orthopedics at the CU School of Medicine. In this episode: The common hip pain causes to watch for in a...

In today's episode we discuss autism spectrum disorder with Elizabeth Coan, PsyD . Dr. Coan is a doctor of psychology at the Neuroscience Institute at Children's Colorado and is an instructor of developmental pediatrics at the CU School of Medicine. In this episode: How a PCP can take the first steps towards diagnosing autism How you can implement autism screening tools in your practice How to sen...

In this episode, we explore the stigmatized topic of physician burnout with Jenny Reese, MD , Director of the Resilience Program at CU Anschutz and Inpatient Medicine at Children's Colorado and Sonja O'Leary, MD, Medical Director of Denver Health's School-Based Health Centers Team. Drs. Reese and O'Leary share their personal experiences with burnout and offer valuable insights on what physician bu...

Our guest for this episode is Jessica Malmberg, PhD , the Clinical Director of Outpatient Services at the Pediatric Mental Health Institute and assistant professor of child psychiatry at CU School of Medicine. Dr. Malmberg talks us through a common behavioral issues of school-aged children – school refusal – and provides insights, advice and tools to help prevent, manage and understand this behavi...

Today we're discussing the serious topic of teen suicide with Jenna Glover, PhD, MS,  of the Pediatric Mental Health Institute at Children's Colorado. Dr. Glover is the Director of Clinical Psychology Training at Children's Colorado and an assistant professor of child psychiatry at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Mental health and suicide prevention resources from the episode: Prima...

In this episode we're discussing bronchiolitis with Monica Federico, MD , Medical Director of both the Asthma Program and Clinical Alignment at Children's Colorado. Dr. Federico is also an associate professor of pediatrics and pulmonary medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: How to diagnose the classic presentations of bronchiolitis How providers can identify t...

Today on the podcast, we're discussing adolescent bariatric surgery with Thomas Inge, MD . Dr. Inge is the division head of Pediatric Surgery and the Director of the Bariatric Surgery Center at Children's Colorado, as well as a professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: Where bariatric surgery fits within available options for the morbidly obese adolescent patient...

Today on the podcast, Dave Scudamore, MD , joins us to talk about neonatal jaundice. Dr. Scudamore is the Director of Inpatient Medicine for the Network of Care at Children's Colorado, and he is also an assistant professor of pediatrics in hospital medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: The major risk factors for severe jaundice that can cause complications wit...

In this episode, Jeremy Prager, MD , talks us through a common issue in pediatric patients — noisy breathing. He outlines the underlying causes and presentations of, as well as available treatment options for noisy breathing. Dr. Prager is a pediatric otolaryngologist, Director of the Aerodigestive Program at Children's Colorado and associate professor of otolaryngology at the University of Colora...

Today Robert Fuhlbrigge, MD joins us to discuss the 10 most common pediatric rheumatology diagnoses. Dr. Fuhlbrigge is the Chair of Rheumatology at Children's Colorado and professor of pediatrics and rheumatology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: What swollen joints can indicate when assessing potential diagnoses in the realm of rheumatology The most common identif...

On today's episode, we're diving into the topic of international adoption and international adoption medicine best practices. We explore how primary care providers can support families who are expanding their families through international adoption. Joining us is Gretchen Domek, MD , Director of the International Adoption Clinic and Senior Investigator for the Center of Global Health at Children's...

On today's episode, we welcome back Matthew Greenhawt, MD , to discuss non-IgE related food allergies, including Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES). Dr. Greenhawt is an associate professor of pediatrics and allergy at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: How non-IgE mediated food allergies most commonly presents in children The fact that non-IgE food all...

With us today is Matthew Greenhawt, MD , associate professor of pediatrics and allergy at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Dr. Greenhawt discusses hot topics surrounding food-related allergies, including the early introduction of peanuts. In this episode: What initial steps to take before referring patients to an allergist The importance of getting a complete patient history to diagn...

In this episode we discuss attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder (ADHD) medication management with Marissa Schiel, MD . Dr. Schiel is the Medical Director of the Outpatient Psychiatry Program at Children's Colorado and an assistant professor of child psychiatry at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Also joining us is Danielle Stutzman, R.Ph., a clinical pharmacist at Children's Colora...

Our guest for this episode is Marcy Yonker, MD . We discuss headache and migraine management in primary care, including their prevalence, triggers and treatment options. Dr. Yonker is the Director of the Headache Program at Children's Colorado and visiting professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: The prevalence of headaches and migraines in childre...

In this episode Taizo Nakano, MD , discusses the most common vascular anomalies in the primary care setting. Dr. Nakano is the Medical Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center at Children's Colorado and assistant professor of pediatrics, hematology and oncology and bone marrow transplant at the University of Colorado's School of Medicine. In this episode: Common presentation of a vascular anomaly...

In this episode, Sean O'Leary, MD , discusses vaccine safety and hesitancy from parents. He also suggests motivational interviewing techniques to use when talking with your patients and families. Dr. O'Leary is a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Children's Colorado and associate professor pediatrics and infectious diseases at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode...

In this episode Sumeet Garg, MD , discusses back pain management, including identifying characteristics and the relationship between scoliosis and back pain . Dr. Garg is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Children's Colorado and associate professor of orthopedics at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In this episode: The incidence of back pain in kids, especially adolescence Identifyin...

In this episode, Maya Bunik, MD , discusses common challenges and myths surrounding breastfeeding management and how to support new moms in your practice. Dr. Bunik is an executive committee member of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) section on breastfeeding, Medical Director of the Child Health Clinic at Children's Colorado and a professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado Schoo...

In this episode, Amy Brooks-Kayal, MD , discusses acute seizure management. The conversation includes the importance of gathering a detailed history of a seizure event, identifying provocations of a seizure and options for anti-seizure and rescue medications. Dr. Brooks-Kayal is the Chief of the Pediatric Neurology, Co-Director of the Translational Epilepsy Research Program and past president of t...

In this episode, Duncan Wilcox, MD , talks about acute scrotum management. The conversation includes the most common indications of acute scrotum and how to differentiate an incarcerated hernia and a hydroceles scrotal trauma. Dr. Wilcox is the Chair of Pediatric Urology and Surgeon-in-Chief at Children's Colorado. He is also a professor of surgery at the University of Colorado School of Medicine....

In this episode, Robert Kramer, MD , talks about the dangers of kids and adolescents swallowing common household toys and a recent case involving ingested fidget spinner parts. Dr. Kramer is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Colorado. In this episode: Recent cases of patients ingesting fidget spinner parts Dangers of ingesting button batteries and other small components Why magnets repr...