Eric Leighton and Jesse Parthemore visit the studio as we consider functional rehabilitation for the student athlete. Injuries are common during sports participation. With the proper guidance, athletes can overcome injury, improve performance and return to play safely and efficiently. We hope you can join us!

Functional Rehabilitation for Student Athletes - PediaCast CME 088

Drs Elizabeth Nourse and Esteban Fernandez Faith visit the studio as we review vascular anomalies in the pediatric population. We explore several types of lesions and describe their appearance, diagnosis, complications and management. We hope you can join us!

Vascular Anomalies and Malformations - PediaCast CME 087

Dr Murugu Manickam and Kari Jones visit the studio as we consider the care and support of children, teenagers and families impacted by Down syndrome. Tune-in as we explore the cause, features, complications, needs, challenges and rewards of this common genetic condition. We hope you can join us!

Care and Support for Children and Teenagers with Down Syndrome - PediaCast CME 086

Dr Megan Schaefer and Dr Natalie Truba visit the studio as we consider the support of healthcare workers impacted by grief. Losing a patient or client results in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social concerns. We explore communication, education, and peer support strategies that help. We hope you can join us!

Supporting Healthcare Workers Impacted by Grief - PediaCast CME 085

Drs Alex Kemper and Rosemary Martoma visit the studio as we consider caring for children of incarcerated parents. These kids are impacted by many physical, mental and social challenges… and pediatric providers are in a perfect position to support and advocate for them. We hope you can join us!

Caring for Children of Incarcerated Parents - PediaCast CME 084

Dr Casey Levy and clinical dieticians, Sakiko Minagawa and Jamie Glodowski, visit the studio as we consider disordered eating among teenagers. We explore low energy availability, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Tune in to learn symptoms, diagnosis and management of these common conditions. Free Category 1 CME/CE for listeners. We hope you can join us!

Disordered Eating Among Teenagers - PediaCast CME 083

Dr Abigail Caserta and Dr Kristina Jiner visit the studio as we explore the diagnosis and management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Also considered: epidemiology, pathophysiology and best practices for supporting children and teens impacted by this common condition. We hope you can join us!

Diagnosis and Management of ADHD - PediaCast CME 082

Dr Aurelia Wood and Dr Kajal Gandhi visit the studio as we consider support for those impacted by type 1 diabetes mellitus.  We review pathogenesis, symptoms, diagnosis and management of this common disease… and explore an innovative school-based program called Diabetes DASH. We hope you can join us!

Supporting Children and Teens with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - PediaCast CME 081

Dr Maya Iyer visits the studio as we consider academic bullying in the medical setting. We explore typical patterns of bullying, the impact these behaviors have on individuals, institutions and patient care… and strategic interventions aimed at reducing incidence and impact. We hope you can join us!

Academic Bullying in the Medical Setting - PediaCast CME 080

Dr DJ Scherzer and child life specialist, Courtney Hall, visit the studio as we consider pediatric pain… from the family perspective. Acute pain not only impacts children; it also affects the entire family. Learn why… and how pediatric providers can help. We hope you can join us!

Pediatric Pain... from the Family Perspective - PediaCast CME 079

A Pediatric Podcast for Healthcare Providers

Love this podcast while commuting. Great free CME!

Free CME!

Excellent podcasts to listen to in the car and on the go.

On the go.

PediaCast CME: Pediatric Podcasts for Providers

Dr Charles Elmaraghy stops by the studio with an ENT update for pediatricians. We explore the ins and outs of ear tube surgery, current thinking on tongue tie, reasons for taking tonsils out and what to expect after the surgery. We also cover foreign bodies in the ears and nose. Plus, a summertime favorite… swimmer’s ear! We hope you can join us.

Tubes, Tongues, Tonsils and Toys - PediaCast CME 043

Join us for an up-to-date briefing on RSV bronchiolitis. We cover the organism, the disease, evidence-based treatment guidelines, Synagis prophylaxis and the development of an RSV vaccine. My guests include Drs Asuncion Mejias, Christopher Timan and Karen McCoy.

RSV Bronchiolitis - PediaCast CME 021

Dr Kristina Jiner joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to talk about successful integration of mental health services in primary care pediatrics. We also cover the latest treatment guidelines for ADHD and the diagnosis and management of oppositional defiant disorder and aggression. We’ll continue the conversation in episode 007 with a focus on mood disorders, anxiety and schizophrenia.

ADHD, Oppositional Defiant, Aggression - PediaCast CME 006

Dr Ann Pakalnis and Dr Howard Jacobs join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a comprehensive look at migraine and tension-type headaches in children and adolescents. We cover epidemiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, differential diagnosis, work up, treatment and prevention. Also… hot topics in headache research. We hope you can join us!

Migraines & Tension-Type Headaches - PediaCast CME 009

Dr David Stukus visits the PediaCast Studio as we consider seasonal (and year-round) allergies. We explore common causes, diagnosis, evidence-based treatment strategies, prevention and the latest topics in allergy research. We hope you can join us!

Seasonal Allergies - PediaCast CME 034

Dr Wesley Burks and Dr Becky Scherzer join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on food allergies. What’s behind the rapid rise of these conditions? How are food allergies properly diagnosed and managed? We also explore the latest evidence (IMPACT and LEAP studies) concerning peanut allergies, including prevention and treatment strategies.

Food Allergies - PediaCast CME 018

Dr Ihuoma Eneli and Dr Marc Michalsky visit the PediaCast Studio to discuss the medical and surgical management of pediatric and adolescent obesity.

Management of Childhood and Teenage Obesity - PediaCast CME 036

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!

Support for Breastfeeding Moms - PediaCast CME 024

Dr Elise Berlan visits the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on birth control for teenagers. We cover the prevalence of sexual activity for American teens, the importance of providing birth control options, and strategies for counseling teens and families. We also explore the effectiveness, benefits, side-effects, risks and pitfalls for the entire range of contraceptive options. We hope you can join us!

Birth Control for Teenagers - PediaCast CME 017

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!

Antibiotic Stewardship - PediaCast CME 031

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!

Sports-Related Concussion - PediaCast CME 033

Dr Hiren Patel visits the PediaCast Studio to talk about pediatric hypertension. Blood pressures are on the rise, mirroring the increase in childhood obesity. We discuss the longterm morbidity of this condition, along with diagnostic criteria, a practical work-up, management strategies and prevention efforts. We hope you can join us!

Pediatric Hypertension - PediaCast CME 015

Dr Dave Stukus visits the studio as we consider drug allergies and the importance of getting them right. Missing a drug allergy can lead to a life-threatening reaction, while over-calling one may prevent appropriate treatment down the road. We discuss what to do when a rash develops while taking medicine… and how to confirm or deny an allergy when the truth is in question. We hope you can join us!

Drug Allergies and the Importance of Getting Them Right - PediaCast CME 037

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!

Pediatric Ovarian Torsion - PediaCast CME 027

Dr Garrett Hunt joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on Lyme Disease. We cover the organism, the vector, and the geographic distribution, along with clinical manifestations and treatment of early localized infection, early disseminated infection and late disease. Finally, does Lyme disease cause chronic aches and fatigue? Tune in to find out!

Lyme Disease - PediaCast CME 019

Dr David Axelson joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for part two of our series on the diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the primary care setting. This week’s topics include childhood depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders (including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, separation anxiety, social anxiety), psychosis and schizophrenia.

Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Schizophrenia - PediaCast CME 007

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!

Pediatric Medical Ethics - PediaCast CME 028

Dr Stacy Fischer (Sports Medicine) and Jessica Buschmann (Sports Dietician) visit the studio as we consider helping student athletes maintain adequate nutrition and hydration. We also explore the syndrome of Low Energy Availability, which can affect the health of athletes now… and down the road. We hope you can join us!

Sports Nutrition and Low Energy Availability - PediaCast CME 041

Dr Stacy Fischer and Dr Naomi Kertesz join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to discuss ways of refining the pre-participation sports physical by including anticipatory guidance for concussions, sudden cardiac death and the female athlete triad.

Refining the Sports Physical - PediaCast CME 005

Dr Rohan Henry stops by the PediaCast Studio to talk about Type 2 Diabetes. We consider the rising incidence of the disease, discuss screening protocols, and detail how to make a diagnosis… along with management options and prevention strategies. Be sure to join us!

Type 2 Diabetes - PediaCast CME 013

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