Christina Lindgren

Dr. Christina Lindgren, a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Attending at Children’s National Hospital, delves into the nuanced diagnosis of pneumonia in febrile infants. She highlights the rarity of radiographic pneumonia and the critical role of shared decision-making with families. Discussion on viral testing reveals challenges in identifying bacterial infections amidst viral overlaps. Innovative diagnostic methods like ultrasound are explored, alongside the complexities of differentiating pneumonia from bronchiolitis, making the episode a rich source of insights for healthcare professionals.