Cindy Christian, MD

Dr. Cindy Christian, a medical expert on child welfare, discusses the alarming rise in child abuse rates during the COVID-19 pandemic. She examines how reduced visibility of children to mandated reporters has led to an increase in unreported cases. The conversation delves into pediatricians' roles in identifying signs of abuse, specific injury patterns to watch for, and the importance of documenting concerns accurately. Dr. Christian also highlights the transformative role of telemedicine in monitoring and addressing these critical issues.