Virtual Curbside

This week on The Virtual Curbside , host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, is joined by Stephanie Spanos, MD, to talk all things planning and preparedness. From ambulatory bags and AEDs to team roles and EMS coordination, they break down what every pediatric office needs to be ready for emergencies. Tune in for practical tips, real-world scenarios, and tools to help your entire team stay calm and capable whe...

This week on The Virtual Curbside , we’re talking about one of the most practical tools in pediatric emergency preparedness: simulations. From front desk protocols to medical assistant roles and procedure planning, simulations help ensure every member of the care team knows what to do - and has what they need - when seconds count. Host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and guest Stephanie Spanos, MD, explore...

This month on The Virtual Curbside , we’re diving into a topic every pediatric office needs but hopes they never have to use — emergency preparedness. From natural disasters to medical emergencies, having a solid office emergency plan is essential for protecting patients, families, and staff. Join host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and emergency preparedness expert Stephanie Spanos, MD, for a practical,...

This week marks the final episode of our Neonatology series on The Virtual Curbside ! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear listener questions answered by neonatology experts. Join host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and special guest Tara DuPont, MD, for an engaging and informative discussion as they wrap up this outstanding series. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Want more information about Com...

This week, adjusting age for milestones for NICU graduates will be discussed with host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Tara DuPont, MD. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered next week. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now.  For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement...

Join us this week for the conversation about monitoring growth with NICU graduates with host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Tara DuPont, MD. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered next week. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now.  For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Sta...

This month, Tara DuPont, MD, and host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, will discuss neonatology. In week one, they will discuss the importance of communication between the NICU and providers. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered next week. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now.  For more information about available cre...

In months with five weeks, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP and guest Angelo Giardino, MD, FAAP hold a book club. This month they are discussing The Death of Expertise by Tom Nichols.  No credit available for this episode. See vcurb.com for additional episodes. The early bird discount for Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025, ends April 4th. Register now. 

This is the week when your questions are answered about OCD in the pediatric population. Listen into the conversation with Kristi Kleinschmit, MD, talks to host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now.  For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned an...

In week three, you'll hear the discussion about second-line treatments and other resources for children with OCD and their families. Join the conversation with Kristi Kleinschmit, MD, talks to host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered next week. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now. ...

This week, Kristi Kleinschmit, MD, talks to host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, about Obsessive-compulsive disorder in pediatric patients. This week, they will discuss treatment options for your patients. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Register now.  For more information a...

This month, Kristi Kleinschmit, MD, is back to talk to host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, about Obsessive-compulsive disorder in pediatric patients. They will discuss OCPD and OCD and share tips for what to look for in your patients. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. Want more information about Common Problems in Pediatrics , June 3-4, 2025? Registe...

This is our last week discussing celiac disease. In this episode, listener questions will be answered. Listen to the discussion between host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Anna Ermarth, MD. Want more information about the Common Problem in Pediatrics conference being held virtually June 3-4, 2025? Get more all the details  here .   For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Ac...

This week, pediatric celiac disease treatment options will be discussed. Listen in to host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Anna Ermarth, MD. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered next week.  For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation...

In week two of our discussion on Celiac Disease, testing options for pediatric patients will be covered. Listen in to the conversation between host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Anna Ermarth, MD. Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been pl...

This month the topic is Celiac Disease. In week one, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Anna Ermarth, MD, will discuss how to screen pediatric patients.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with t...

This week, listener questions about autistic children will be discussed. Join in the engaging conversation with host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Lisa Palmieri, MD.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit and the show notes, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and...

This is the last week to hear a general conversation about common issues for autistic people. Listen in to the discussion with host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Lisa Palmieri, MD where issues like preferred names, ways to have better interactions with law enforcement, autonomy, and accessing resources will be covered.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in we...

This month, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Lisa Palmieri, MD, will discuss autism diagnosis. In week two, they will discuss the characteristics of school-aged children with autism.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and...

This month, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Lisa Palmieri, MD, will discuss autism diagnosis. In the first week, autism will be defined, and the characteristics common in the younger age groups will be noted.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This act...

This week, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Dr. Shaun Mendenhall, a pediatric hand specialist, will discuss pediatric congenital hand anomalies.  Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the acc...

In months with five weeks, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP and guest Angelo Giardino, MD, FAAP hold a book club. This month they are discussing The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.  No credit available for this episode. See vcurb.com for additional episodes. 

This is the last week with host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Dr. Shaun Mendenhall, a pediatric hand specialist. In today's episode, your questions will be answered.   For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Colorado Medical Society t...

In this week's episode, host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, and Dr. Shaun Mendenhall, a pediatric hand specialist, discuss complicated hand injuries. They will discuss fractures, amputations, crush injuries, and burns.     Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accreditation Statement Thi...

Dr. Shaun Mendenhall, a pediatric hand specialist, joins host Paul Wirkus, MD, FAAP, this month. They will address various pediatric hand injuries. In week one, listen in as they talk about common finger injuries and when to refer.    Have a question? Email questions@vcurb.com. Your questions will be answered in week four. For more information about available credit, visit vCurb.com. ACCME Accredi...