Radio Rounds
Radio Rounds is a free podcast series for healthcare professionals featuring Washington University pediatric specialists. Each 10-minute podcast focuses on topics relevant to pediatricians and health care providers caring for children.
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June 14, 2021 • 11 mins
At one time, newborns with diseased or absent kidneys had few options other than adult-sized dialysis machines. Today, aquapheresis therapy is a treatment option to provide renal support for neonates.
In 2020, St. Louis Children’s Hospital began using aquapheresis therapy to care for babies with congenital or acquired renal disorders, one of few centers in the country to offer this advanced treatment.
Dr. Eile...
In 2020, St. Louis Children’s Hospital began using aquapheresis therapy to care for babies with congenital or acquired renal disorders, one of few centers in the country to offer this advanced treatment.
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March 9, 2021 • 12 mins
About one baby in every 1,000 in the United States is born with clubfoot, a congenital foot deformity where the foot points downward with toes turned inward and the foot bottom twisted inward. Clubfoot is one of the most common congenital foot deformities. Almost half of babies diagnosed with clubfoot have bilateral clubfoot where both feet have the deformity.
Treatment options have evolved through the years and, with early...
Treatment options have evolved through the years and, with early...
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February 16, 2021 • 13 mins
While the coronavirus pandemic spread across the world, information about the impact of COVID-19 and pregnant and breastfeeding women was continuously evolving. And now, with the development of a COVID-19 vaccine, there are many new questions and considerations for Ob/Gyns and healthcare providers to address as they continue to counsel their patients.
Jeannie Kelly, MD, MS, Washington University maternal-fetal medicine spec...
Jeannie Kelly, MD, MS, Washington University maternal-fetal medicine spec...
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January 19, 2021 • 12 mins
Childhood obesity is a significant problem across our country, leading to serious long-term health issues for those at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control, for children and adolescents aged 2 - 19 years, the prevalence of obesity was 18.5% and affected about 13.7 million children and adolescents. Programs designed to support and treat childhood obesity and
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January 13, 2021 • 14 mins
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS-C) is a rare but serious complication associated with COVID-19. First recognized in April 2020, MIS-C has now been diagnosed in more than 1288 children across the country as of December 4, 2020 according to the CDC. The syndrome can affect multiple organs, including the heart.
The MIS-C Clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital was established as a collaborative clinic between Card...
The MIS-C Clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital was established as a collaborative clinic between Card...
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January 5, 2021 • 11 mins
From the accidental ingestion of grandma’s blood pressure medication to novel drug exposures in adolescents, the Washington University toxicology service cared for many patients at the bedside in 2020. Although many patients with an acute ingestion may require referral to a healthcare facility, there are many toxic exposures including exposure to lead which can be effectively managed in the outpatient setting in the majority ...
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December 29, 2020 • 15 mins
As mobile technology advances, many health care providers are relying on smartphone apps to help manage their busy schedules.
Dr. Tosin Adeyanju joins the show to talk about the best apps for managing evidence-based medicine updates, finding and utilizing point-of-care resources, managing pediatric emergencies and apps that help families access medical information and manage their health.
Dr. Tosin Adeyanju joins the show to talk about the best apps for managing evidence-based medicine updates, finding and utilizing point-of-care resources, managing pediatric emergencies and apps that help families access medical information and manage their health.
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December 19, 2020 • 12 mins
Technological advancements in telemedicine have paved the way for safe, secure, face-to-face pediatric cardiology visits in the comfort and convenience of a patient’s home. The St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center offers telemedicine visits for pediatric heart patients, from infant to young adults. Washington University Physician Assistant, Lisa Roelle, joins us to discuss when and how to use this...
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October 1, 2020 • 9 mins
St. Louis Children’s After Hours offers convenient medical care for children’s illnesses and injuries when their pediatrician’s office is closed. During the COVID-19 pandemic, After Hours has made changes to their processes and services to ensure the safety of patients, families and staff while still delivering kid-focused care.
Learn more from Beth Schickler about the changes made and how they are working ...
Learn more from Beth Schickler about the changes made and how they are working ...
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September 22, 2020 • 12 mins
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in children. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation, more than 6.2 million children under age 18 have asthma. For many, asthma is manageable through quick-relief and long-term controller medications. For some children, however, asthma is severe and requires additional care and treatment.
Lila Kertz, Clinical Director of the Severe Asthma Clinic at St. Louis Children&r...
Lila Kertz, Clinical Director of the Severe Asthma Clinic at St. Louis Children&r...
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May 21, 2020 • 12 mins
Early reports of a multi-system inflammatory disorder in children with COVID-19 began in April 2020 in the United Kingdom. Since then, cases have appeared throughout the United States including our region. Known as “Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)”, the illness is characterized by prolonged fever, inflammation in the body and involvement of one or more organ systems.
In this episode, Dr. Ale...
In this episode, Dr. Ale...
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May 6, 2020 • 9 mins
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many of us are delivering care to our pediatric population. In an effort to keep patients, families and caregivers safe from possible exposure to the virus, St. Louis Children's Hospital is now offering virtual ED visits for pediatric patients who are experiencing respiratory symptoms.
Dr. Lozovatsky joins the show to talk about this new service and how your patients can access the s...
Dr. Lozovatsky joins the show to talk about this new service and how your patients can access the s...
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February 26, 2020 • 19 mins
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to the kidney’s progressive inability to perform its functions such as removing waste and toxins, regulating vitamins and minerals, releasing hormones and vitamins that regulate the level of red blood cells, help control blood pressure and regulate the amount of certain nutrients. When this happens, a child becomes sick and the risk for kidney damage becomes higher.
Dr. Eileen Ciccia...
Dr. Eileen Ciccia...
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February 20, 2020 • 11 mins
While transgender people have experienced growing visibility and acceptance in recent years, there’s still considerable confusion about even the most basic facts about trans people, gender identity and gender expression. What does it mean to be transgender versus transsexual? Are kids too young to know the difference? Are kids just “confused” or are they just suffering from psychological issues? The implications o...
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February 11, 2020 • 10 mins
Tuberculosis is the top infectious disease worldwide, with an estimated 1.1 million new cases in children reported in 2018. While rates of tuberculosis remain low in the US, children are at high risk of developing disease if infected.
Dr. Rachel Orscheln joins the show to discuss global trends in TB, and appropriate screening strategies that can detect TB in those who are infected, and reduce false positives in those at low...
Dr. Rachel Orscheln joins the show to discuss global trends in TB, and appropriate screening strategies that can detect TB in those who are infected, and reduce false positives in those at low...
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February 5, 2020 • 13 mins
While recent studies suggest prolonged social media use can lead to anxiety and depression among teens, other studies show these platforms can have a positive effect on personal creative expression, peer connection and digital literacy. The pros and cons of social media usage are significant, so what do we tell our teens?
Dr. Mary Fournier joins the show to weigh the good and the bad when it comes to social media use among ...
Dr. Mary Fournier joins the show to weigh the good and the bad when it comes to social media use among ...
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January 16, 2020 • 10 mins
Past societal norms and formal education taught us that pronoun usage had rules based on a binary male/female and singular/plural framework. However, this framework often leads to misgendering people whose identity is nonbinary, including members of the transgender, genderqueer and gender nonconforming communities. Modern society now calls for updating the previously taught and accepted grammatical framework to be considerate of th...
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December 5, 2019 • 13 mins
The urology specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital perform some of the most technologically advanced procedures when treating children, and is one of only a few pediatric facilities in the country—and the only one in the St. Louis region—to offer robotic surgery for children needing urologic procedures. In most of these cases, the children experience less pain, heal faster and benefit from stronger restoration tha...
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November 12, 2019 • 18 mins
Infantile Eczema (atopic dermatitis) can show up as dry, scaly patches on a baby's skin, often during their first few months. Babies can get the condition virtually anywhere on their bodies, but most often, it affects their cheeks, chin and joints of their arms and legs. While most babies outgrow atopic dermatitis, it is oftentimes itchy and painful.
Dr. Elizabeth Nieman joins the show today to discuss how pediatricians can...
Dr. Elizabeth Nieman joins the show today to discuss how pediatricians can...
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October 28, 2019 • 10 mins
For children with a history of penicillin allergy, new evidence suggests a vast majority of kids could be “de-labeled” after undergoing a risk assessment and oral challenge in the pediatric emergency room. George Hoganson, MD, a Washington University emergency medicine fellow at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, is collaborating on a two-year, multi-center study to test children described as penicillin allergic, but ...
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