The Cribsiders

Check out this milestone episode as we return to Cystic Fibrosis from a more pediatric perspective! Don’t sweat it as Dr. Ina St. Onge returns to walk us through newborn screening,  early clinic visits, and the nuances of CFTR modulator therapy. 

Dr. Tanya Altmann, expert guest, shares her secrets on infant sleep, picky eating, and potty training. They discuss safe sleep environments, promoting healthy eating habits, and techniques for successful potty training. They also recommend parenting books and share a humorous anecdote about a 3 AM news segment.

Dr. Nada Malek joins the hosts to discuss the importance of rapid responses in pediatric care. They share personal experiences and highlight the need for proper communication and collaboration between the ICU and the acute care floor. The chapter explores the importance of including the family in ICU care and rapid responses. They discuss the value of teamwork and composure in rapid responses and the need to safely integrate artificial intelligence into medicine.

Dr. Nada Malek discusses rapid responses in pediatric critical care, highlighting early recognition and rescue, addressing hypotension, and patient safety initiatives. The podcast also covers challenges in rapid responses, differences in procedures between the floor and ICU, prioritizing tasks in patient care, and closing the case by transferring the patient to the ICU. Part 2 with Dr. Nada Malek is mentioned for continuation.

Renowned pediatric nephrologist, Michelle Starr, provides valuable insights into the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric hyponatremia. She discusses the importance of water in hyponatremia, evaluating volume status for hyponatremia, and the complications of overcorrecting hyponatremia in pediatric patients.

Don’t “break out” from the stress of treating acne! In this episode, pediatric dermatologist Dr. Brandi Kenner-Bell teaches us about the age distribution of acne,  practical lifestyle tips to give patients, and how to step up therapy like a pro.

Little league shoulder and gymnast’s wrist are extremely common diagnoses that can profoundly impact your patient’s training. Tune into this episode as Dr. Conde makes a comeback to walk us through the proper diagnosis and treatment of these overuse injuries.

Anik Hogan, a complex care general pediatrician at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, discusses her passion for enhancing health systems for medically fragile children. She shares insights into the essential role of the complex care physician, emphasizing the need for multidisciplinary collaboration. The conversation touches on managing intricate medical needs, including the use of feeding tubes and clean intermittent catheterization. Hogan highlights the importance of understanding patient history and effective communication to improve care for families navigating these challenges.

Dr. Anna Camp, a pediatric electrophysiologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital, shares her expertise on evaluating stable arrhythmias in children. She discusses crucial 'red flags' that indicate urgent referral to cardiology and the use of wearable EKG technology for monitoring. The conversation highlights strategies for differentiating between anxiety and treatable arrhythmias, as well as the role of thorough evaluations in ensuring patient safety. Personal reflections on building confidence in clinical decisions add a relatable touch to the discussion.

Learn about airway clearance regimens, when to consult a pulmonologist, impaired cough in pediatric patients, the use of incentis perometry in post-op care, lack of data on airway clearance devices, and non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic treatments for airway clearance.