Yearly Archives: 2018

Pediatric Quality & Safety – PediaCast CME 040

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION We all know quality and safety are important in pediatric practice. But how do we choose something to improve? What are best strategies for designing, executing and evaluating a QI project? And […]

Behavioral Health Services in the Medical Home – PediaCast CME 039

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION Dr Ujjwal Ramtekkar visits the studio as we consider providing behavioral health services in the medical home. We discuss the office-based management of anxiety, depression, self injury and suicidal ideation… and we […]

Communicating Medicine through Social Media: Best Practices, Benefits and Pitfalls – PediaCast CME 038

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION This week we explore the importance of reaching millennials with evidence-based health and wellness information on social media. We consider best practices for engagement, as well as benefits and pitfalls. Dr Todd […]

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

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION 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 […]

Management of Childhood and Teenage Obesity – PediaCast CME 036

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION Dr Ihuoma Eneli and Dr Marc Michalsky visit the PediaCast Studio as we discuss the medical and surgical management of pediatric and adolescent obesity. We define pediatric obesity, describe the scope of […]

Second Victim Syndrome – PediaCast CME 035

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION Drs Jennifer Mitzman and Brandon Kozar visit the PediaCast Studio as we explore the concept of the second victim. Healthcare professionals involved in patient harm often suffer chronic emotional trauma. We shed […]

Seasonal Allergies – PediaCast CME 034

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION 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 […]

Sports-Related Concussion – PediaCast CME 033

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Show Notes / Continuing Medical Education Information DESCRIPTION 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 […]