Primary Care Perspectives Primary Care Perspectives: Episode 41 - Newborn Screening
Oct 11, 2018
Rebecca Ahrens-Nicklas, a senior research scientist and attending physician at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, dives into the transformative history of universal newborn screening. She shares insights on the evolution of screening for metabolic diseases like PKU and cystic fibrosis, emphasizing early detection's life-saving potential. The discussion covers the complexities of navigating state-specific protocols, notifying families about results, and the collaborative efforts needed between specialists and primary care providers to optimize newborn care.
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