Did you know that menstrual abnormalities affect up to 75% of adolescent females and account for a large portion of visits to the doctor as well as for missed school? Dr. Nirupma Sharma, a pediatric hospitalist with prior training in obstetrics and gynecology, joins medical students Mary Beth Mahaffey and Lauren Brewer to discuss evaluation of a common menstrual abnormality, amenorrhea, in a female adolescent patient. Specifically, they will: Define amenorrhea and distinguish between primary and...
Sep 15, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Adolescents represent a portion of the fastest growing demographic for development of sexually transmitted infection. Studies have found that STIs have some of the highest rates in individuals aged 15-24, and 20% of new HIV diagnoses occur in people aged 13-24. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is medicine people at risk for HIV take to prevent getting HIV from sex or injection drug use and is an effective tool to dramatically decrease the risk of HIV acquisition in at-risk youth. Dr. Cheryl Newma...
Aug 15, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Vaccine development is considered one of the greatest achievements of public health and medical science with millions of lives saved worldwide from many once-deadly infectious diseases. Fortunately, most parents readily accept all vaccines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). However, vaccine hesitancy is becoming increasingly prevalent. Pediatric Resident, Dr. Caroline Fu, joins Associate Professor of Pediatrics at MCG, Dr. Donna Moore, to discuss childhood vaccine hesitancy...
Jul 15, 2022•32 min•Season 3Ep. 5
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, in 2018, there were 7.8 million children evaluated nationally for child abuse. About 1700 of the cases were associated with fatalities. Did you know that the younger the child, the more likely for abuse to result in death? For this reason, it is the responsibility of the entire healthcare team and anyone who works with children to know what the signs of child abuse are. Dr. Kevin Allen, a Pediatric Emergency Physician and Medical Direc...
Jun 15, 2022•26 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Did you know that there are an estimated 5 million human or animal bite wounds occur annually in the United States? Dog bite wounds are the most common, and infections rates can be as high as 50% for cat bite wounds. Today, pediatric resident, Dr. Jack Noel, joins pediatric emergency medicine physician, Dr. Jim Wilde, and pediatric emergency medicine fellow, Dr. Inna Kaminecki, to explore the common management strategies and potential pitfalls to avoid. Specifically, we will be covering the foll...
May 15, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 3
The commonly seen diagnosis of Failure to Thrive is an easily preventable disease state but when ignored, it can lead to serious complications. Dr. Rebecca Yang and Dr. Kathryn McLeod joins medical student Sheenu Chirackel to discuss the evaluation and management for failure to thrive in childhood. Listen to this week’s podcast to: Recognize common history and physical exam findings associated with Failure to Thrive Formulate a differential diagnosis for FTT Identify potential risk factors and c...
Apr 15, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Children frequently are brought to the emergency room for difficulty walking. In some cases, the cause is easily identified, but in others, the cause can be a sign of a more serious condition. Dr. George Hsu, a Pediatric Emergency Physician, joins Dr. Ohmed Khilji and Pediatric Resident Kristen Schmidbauer to discuss the evaluation and management of children presenting with a limp. Specifically, they will: Review common history and physical exam findings associated with conditions causing childr...
Mar 15, 2022•29 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Welcome to the MCG Pediatric Podcast! Dr. April Hartman, an associate professor of Pediatrics and the Division Chief of General Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, is joined by Medical Student, Kayla Cooper to discuss pertinent topics surrounding individuals living with Autism with a pediatric lens. Specifically, they will: Define, Explain the prevalence of, and discuss clinical symptoms of autism spectrum disorder Explain the diagnostic evaluation of autism ...
Feb 15, 2022•31 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Lead toxicity continues to be a major public health concern in the United States. Children are particularly vulnerable to the potential toxicity of lead. Nicole Bisel, a medical student at the Medical College of Georgia is joined by pediatricians Dr. Tyrone Bristol and Dr. Rebecca Yang to to discuss the risk, evaluation and management of lead toxicity in children. Specifically, they will: Why lead toxicity continues to be an issue today Discuss sources of how humans are exposed to lead Review Ri...
Jan 15, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 18
We are back with more information about Sickle Cell Disease with emphasis on adolescent health. Dr. Nnenna Badamosi, a Pediatric Hematologist, joins Dr. Zachary Hodges and Second Year Medical Student Kayla Cooper to discuss the important aspects that every pediatrician should know when treating patients with Sickle cell disease. Specifically, they will: Recognize the important complications of SCD in adolescence & young adulthood. Generally, recall the required routine health maintenance for...
Dec 15, 2021•19 min•Season 2Ep. 17
We all have heard of Sickle cell disease, but have we discussed care across the lifespan for patients with this condition? Dr. Nnenna Badamosi, a Pediatric Hematologist, joins Dr. Zachary Hodges and Second Year Medical Student Kayla Cooper to discuss the important aspects that every pediatrician should know when treating patients with Sickle cell disease. Specifically, they will: Recognize newborn screening results that are consistent with sickle cell disease Recognize the need for additional ro...
Dec 01, 2021•27 min•Season 2Ep. 16
We are living in a technology saturated world as we rely on smart devices for virtual learning, entertainment, completing work, and connecting with others. But how much is too much for our children? What are risks and benefits of technology use for children? And what is the pediatrician’s role in helping to educate their patients and parents? Join Dr. Jacob Eichenberger and Dr. Kathryn Peralta as they discuss the impact of technology use on children and how pediatricians can counsel families on ...
Nov 15, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 15
Palliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall Free CME Credit: Click Here Participants: Rachel Vaizer, MD Sharon Beall, MD Zachary Hodges, MD Peer review by the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee About our guest: Dr. Sharon Beall is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia and the medical director for the Children’s Hospital of Georgia palliative care and hospice program. Learning Objectives: After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: Understand the value of ...
Nov 01, 2021•20 min•Ep. 33
Palliative Care with Dr. Sharon Beall Participants: Rachel Vaizer, MD Sharon Beall, MD Zachary Hodges, MD Peer review by the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee Free CME Credit: Click Here About our guest: Dr. Sharon Beall is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Medical College of Georgia and the medical director for the Children’s Hospital of Georgia palliative care and hospice program. Learning Objectives: After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: Understand the value of ...
Oct 15, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Hosts: Medical Student: Brooke Pace Quertermous Faculty: Katie McKie, MD Faculty: Ryan Harris, Ph.D Peer Review: Rebecca Yang, MD; Janelle McGill, MD During this episode, you will learn that Cystic Fibrosis is more than just a lung disease. Individuals with CF are also at risk for malabsorption, maldigestion, intestinal obstruction, exercise intolerance, and other systemic abnormalities. Dr. Katie McKie, Director of Pediatric Pulmonology at Augusta University, joins Dr. Ryan Harris, Founder and ...
Sep 28, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Join medical student Rilee Racine and Dr. Brian Stansfield, a neonatologist at the Children's Hospital of Georgia discuss Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome, also known as NOWS. After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: Define neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome Apply knowledge of signs and symptoms of NOWS to recognize these infants early Demonstrate general understanding of non-pharmacologic vs. pharmacologic management indications Recall the long term effects of NOWS and u...
Sep 15, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Feedback with Dr. Lisa Leggio Participants Jameson Kenerly (MS4) Jessica Davis, DO Lisa Leggio, MD Zachary Hodges, MD Peer review by Dr. Andy Albritton and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee About our guest: Dr. Lisa Leggio is a professor of pediatrics here at the Medical College of Georgia and a practicing general pediatrician at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia. She is the director of the pediatric clerkship which is commonly voted as a favorite rotation by our medical students. Individuall...
Sep 01, 2021•21 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) Participants Christina Cho (MS3) Julisa Patel, MD Zachary Hodges, MD Peer review by pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Rita Jerath and the MCG Pediatric Podcast committee. About our guest: Dr. Julisa Patel is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and practicing pediatric rheumatologist here at MCG. Learning Objectives: By the end of listening to this episode, learners should be able to: Recognize the common signs and symptoms associated with juvenile idiopathic arthr...
Aug 15, 2021•27 min•Ep. 30
Trisomy 13 & 18—Family Perspective Wiley and Jenny Purcell Participants Wiley and Jenny Purcell Zachary Hodges All participants have no financial conflicts of interest to disclose. Peer review by Dr. Paul Mann and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee About our guests: Wiley and Jenny Purcell have been gracious to share their story of their son Samul and their family’s experience with his diagnosis of trisomy 13. We are very excited to share their story! Learning Objectives: After listening to...
Aug 01, 2021•25 min•Ep. 29
Trisomy 13 & 18—Family Perspective Wiley and Jenny Purcell Participants Wiley and Jenny Purcell Zachary Hodges All participants have no financial conflicts of interest to disclose. Peer review by Dr. Paul Mann and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee About our guests: Wiley and Jenny Purcell have been gracious to share their story of their son Samul and their family’s experience with his diagnosis of trisomy 13. We are very excited to share their story! Learning Objectives: After listening to...
Jul 15, 2021•25 min•Ep. 28
Trisomy 13 & 18 Cardiac Surgery with Dr. James St. Louis Participants: James St. Louis, MD Zachary Hodges, MD Peer review by Dr. Pushpa Shivaram and the MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee About our Guest: Dr. James St. Louis is the J. Harold Harrison, MD Distinguished Chair in Pediatrics, Surgery and Cardiothroacic Surgery at the Medical College of Georgia. He is the Chief of Pediatric Cardiothoracic and Congenital Cardiac Surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia. Learning Objectives: Afte...
Jul 01, 2021•14 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Did you know that in the U.S., only 50% of infants are being exclusively breastfed at 3 months of age or that breastmilk helps reduce the incidence of otitis media and sudden infant death syndrome? Dr. Rebecca Pierce, a general pediatrician and international board certified lactation consultant at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia is joined by pediatric resident Nicole Lock to discuss the importance of breastfeeding. Specifically, they will: Review guidelines and recommendations for breastfeedi...
Jun 15, 2021•26 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Trisomy 13 & 18 Ethical Considerations with Dr. Paul Mann PARTICIPANTS: Paul Mann, MD Zachary Hodges, MD About Our Guest: Dr. Paul Mann is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Chief of the Division of Neonatology and practicing neonatologist at the Medical College of Georgia. He also is the Director of Clinical Ethics for the Augusta University Center for Bioethics and Health Policy. Free CME Credit: https://mcg.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=7772 Learning Objectives: By th...
Jun 01, 2021•20 min•Ep. 26
TITLE: Congenital Hypothyroidism Last Updated: April 30, 2021 PARTICIPANTS: Host: Dr. Zachary Hodges Learner: Dr. John Baek Specialist: Dr. Jacqueline Chan PEER REVIEWERS: Dr. Christopher Houk MCG Pediatric Podcast Committee Free CME Credit: https://mcg.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=7771 Learning Objectives: After listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: Recall the incidence of and risk factors associated with congenital hypothyroidism. Understand the importance o...
May 15, 2021•27 min•Ep. 25
Did you know that 1 out of 5 children in the United States ages 6 to 19 are overweight or obese? Dr. Jamie Lawson, a Pediatric Hospitalist, joins Pediatric Resident Ashley Miller to discuss the evaluation and management pediatric obesity. Specifically, they will: Review the key history and physical exam findings associated with obesity. Discuss the initial diagnostic approach to obesity Identify associated co-morbidities of patients with obesity Guide pediatricians on how to initiate appropriate...
Apr 15, 2021•24 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Dr. Alice Caldwell, general pediatrician and member of the AAP Executive Committee on Tobacco Control joins pediatric resident Dr. Kate Peralta, to discuss E-cigarettes and vaping in adolescents. In this episode we will discuss: How national policy has shaped tobacco use and the shift from combustible cigarettes to vaping. Why E-cigarettes have grown in popularity among youth and young adults. Side effects of vaping, including nicotine addiction, nicotine withdrawal, other toxins and carcinogens...
Mar 15, 2021•26 min•Ep. 24
TITLE: Multisystem Inflammatory Disease in Children (MIS-C) Last Updated: January 22, 2021 PARTICIPANTS: Hosts: Sonal Dugar, Zachary Hodges, Pushpa Shivaram, Julisa Patel Peer Reviewer #1: Smitha Mathew Peer Reviewer #2: Reda Bassali By the end of listening to this podcast, learners should be able to: Recognize the general clinical presentation of MIS-C. Create a differential diagnosis for children presenting with a non-specific hyperinflammatory syndrome. Recall the CDC case definition of MIS-C...
Feb 15, 2021•28 min•Ep. 23
Did you know that a single tablet from the medicine cabinet or ingestion of a teaspoon of a liquid household product can potentially cause morbidity and even death in a child? Dr. Jennifer Tucker, a Pediatric Emergency Physician, joins Dr. Rebecca Yang and Pediatric Resident James Davis to discuss the evaluation and management for specific common but dangerous household medications and substances in the household. Review the basic assessment skills and evaluation for a child presenting with a po...
Jan 15, 2021•26 min•Ep. 22
Pediatric intensivist, Dr. Will Cagle joins the show to discuss the AAP Maintenance IV fluid guidelines and considerations when choosing IV fluids for pediatric inpatients. What do you need to know from the 2018 AAP maintenance IV fluid guideline? How common is hyponatremia in hospitalized patients and why does it matter to your practice? What is SIADH and how does it contribute to hyponatremia in acutely ill children? How can we prevent hyponatremia in our hospitalized patients? What are the di...
Dec 15, 2020•22 min•Ep. 21
Dr. Pushpa Shivaram, an assistant professor of pediatrics and pediatric cardiologist at the Medical College of Georgia, joins Dr. Zac Hodges and Sonal Dugar (M4) to discuss this very important topic in pediatric medicine. What exactly is Kawasaki disease and why is this topic so important? How do you make the diagnosis and what other diagnoses should you consider? How can you diagnosis incomplete Kawasaki when the classic features are not all present? What is the first-line treatment? When shoul...
Dec 01, 2020•26 min•Ep. 20
