Healing Heroes PDX: A Shriners Children’s Portland Podcast

To learn more the Shriners Children’s sports medicine program, we are joined by Ahmad Bayomy, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Shriners Children’s Portland.

Nerve injuries in children may occur during birth and they can sometimes be hard to identify. Dr. Krister Freese discusses the symptoms and treatment options of brachial plexus injuries, how to keep an eye out for signs, ways to prevent this type of injury, and more.

Medical conditions affecting the chest wall of patients can sometimes go undiagnosed in females, resulting in prolonged symptoms and a delay in receiving treatment. Shriners Children’s Portland specializes in orthopedic care, including chest wall conditions in children and teenagers. Today, we’re joined by Kimberly Ruscher, M.D., pediatric surgeon who specializes in chest wall conditions.

Dr. Susan Sienko shares a look inside the clinical research department at the Portland Shriners Hospital and how their research informs effective treatment practices.

Dr. Ellen Raney explains what 'gait' means, and how gait abnormalities can impact a child, and the treatment options available.

Dr. Dominique Laron discusses common sports injuries in children, prevention, and treatment options.

Susy Molano, CMI explica los diferentes tipos de servicios de apoyo disponibles para familias con dominio limitado del inglés.

Andrea (Dee Dee) Dolp, an on-call physical therapist at the Portland Shriners Hospital and parent of a patient who underwent chest wall care at the hospital, reflects on the treatment and care that was given to here son Davis, as well as discussing the condition itself.

Catherine McClellan, PhD,discusses her role in helping provide psychological support for children experiencing anxiety while receiving medical care.

Nurse Educator Maggie Gould discusses trauma informed care, and how the hospital setting can effect children that have suffered from trauma and anxiety issues.

Diana Deaibes discusses the speech therapy program at Shriners Hospital.

Richard Bennewate, manager of Radiology at Shriners in Portland, discusses their advancements in the field of radiology, and what makes their processes unique compared to other children's hospitals.

Aimee James explains the process of becoming a new patient at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland.

Dr. Dominique Laron discusses the hip specialty program at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland.

Dr. Heather Kong discusses leg length discrepancies in children, symptoms to look out for, and medical care provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland.

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.