Send us a textEver wondered how the revolutionary field of genomics is reshaping neonatal healthcare? Get ready to explore the fascinating world of genomics with our guest, Dr Bimal Choudhury. An investigator and attending in genetics and neonatology at Nationwide Children's Hospital, he shares his insights and experiences on the frontlines of genetic research and medicine, as one of the founding leaders for the genomics focus group at CHNC.This episode takes you on an enlightening journey into the promising yet complex world of neonatal genomics. Dr Chaudhari outlines the benefits of early genome sequencing and touches on the challenges they face in genetic testing for newborns. We also delve into his focus group's recent publication on the provision and availability of genomic medicine services within Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Prepare to be captivated as we navigate discussions on current barriers to effective genetic testing, and the exciting future of genomics in the NICU. Not to be missed, this conversation is bound to leave you with a greater understanding of the transformative impact of genomics on neonatal care. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textJoin us in a riveting conversation with Nicole Kemble and Michele Barrila-Yetman, who are clinical data coordinators at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Discover how they maintain data integrity with meticulous quality control and documentation tactics, including facilitating a data advisory committee, and how they've created a supportive environment for new institutions through a training and mentoring subcommittee.But there's more to their roles than just data input. Nicole and Michele offer an exciting peek into the world of healthcare data analysis, sharing the techniques they employ to spot trends and make critical decisions. They also share their innovation in tracking the rise of telemedicine, ensuring that no valuable data slips through the cracks. So, if you've ever been curious about the world of healthcare data and its real-world impact – this episode is a treasure trove of insights. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textAmy Hair and Daniel Robinson, join us to share with us the essentiality of a standardized feeding program for infants, the what are the consequences when infants "fall off" protocol, and the ways of measuring the effectiveness of these feeding programs. Our guests express their aspirations for unified feeding guidelines and share invaluable lessons learned from their participation in this year's CHNC Symposium.In the episode's second half, we pivot the conversation towards the significance of patience in an infant's recovery journey from cholestasis. We explore the role of bilirubin levels and the life-saving importance of a mother's milk in an infant's survival rate. The episode also delves into the application of oral immune therapy for babies receiving milk drops, and the urgent need for research on its efficacy for babies with intestinal failures. Amy and Daniel highlight the necessity of fortifying feeds for infants and the potential influence of family nutrition on an infant's health. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textReady to unravel the complex world of intestinal failure in babies? This episode promises to be an insightful journey as we join Dr. Katie Huff and Dr. Pritha Nayak who walk us through the unique challenges faced by babies born with abnormal intestines, those on prolonged parental nutrition, or those who've undergone surgery and are difficult to feed. Together, we discuss the critical need for more evidence-based practices and a potential shift in mindset among neonatologists to provide personalized treatments. What's more, we touch upon the profound impact of extended hospital stays on these babies' development.  As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textAre you ready to revolutionize your approach to Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives? Let us guide you on this transformative journey with the esteemed Dr. Anthony Piazza, Dr. Eugenia Pallotto, and Dr. Beverly Brozanski, who will walk us through the comprehensive QI projects of the Children's Hospital Neonatal Consortium (CHNC). Since its inception, this Consortium has been a beacon of progress, providing critical guidance to various institutions and teams who are committed to advancing their QI efforts. Your understanding of the QI science will deepen as we navigate through its complex facets, revealing its indispensable value to both leaders and patients.Get ready to navigate the successful waters of Quality Improvement projects with us as we dive into the outcomes of two initiatives that led to a groundbreaking 48% reduction in post-operative hyporthermia. Garner inspiration from our expert guests as they share invaluable tips for teams embarking on their QI projects. Collaboration, stakeholder involvement, and alignment with leadership are all critical ingredients in this recipe for success. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textExpect an engaging exchange packed with wisdom when we sit down with Dr Leif Nelin and Dr Karna Murthy to delve into the world of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD). We're taking you behind the scenes of the CHNC symposium in Denver, Colorado, where we touch on the BPD Colloquium and take a deep look at the challenges and rewards of communicating with parents. We'll also be shedding light on the process of making tough decisions and the innovative approaches to caring for children with BPD being adopted by participating institutions in the collaborative and CHNC.We underscore why it's essential to broaden our knowledge on the long-term effects and why the medical community needs to probe further. This episode is brimming with invaluable insights designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of BPD and the latest developments in healthcare. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textCurious about how quality improvement projects come to life within a healthcare setting? Join us and our distinguished guests from CHNC, Dr. Brianna Bertoni and Aaron Rose. They pull back the curtain on the rigorous project selection process, sharing the meticulous steps from calls for projects to evaluation and scoring. Dr. Rose also gives a personal account of his journey to becoming a CIQI fellow, offering invaluable insights into the support he received from his institution. In part two, we navigate the fascinating world of Project Home, an initiative aimed at upping the rates of maternal and parental breastfeeding at discharge. With the University of Pittsburgh High playing a critical role in supporting the project, Dr. Bartoni and Aaron Rose discuss how metrics are designed and implemented, highlighting the importance of staff education. They underscore the need to focus on improvement over perfection and the crucial understanding of the different levels at which sites join the collaborative. Plus, they give us an exclusive peek into their bi-monthly huddle calls, a space for open discussions and sharing local struggles. This episode is loaded with takeaways for anyone interested in quality improvement initiatives. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textAre you ready for a paradigm shift in your outlook on Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) treatment and care? Join us in a captivating discussion with two remarkable attendees of the CHNC conference from Boston Children's Hospital - Jonathan Levin, a dual-trained neonatologist and pediatric pulmonologist, and Kristen Leeman, the Director of the fellowship program at Harvard. They give us an authentic glimpse into their roles and talk about the complexities surrounding BPD, including the critical need for early intervention, engaging parents in decision-making, and redefining the perception of tracheostomy as a step towards achieving the best cognitive and developmental outcome. As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textWe are happy to chat with Mihai who tells us about the discussion he has had at the CHNC symposium about genetics and genetics testing in the NICU. Beyond genetics, Mihai's interests span pharmaco epidemiology and neurodevelopment, passions he cultivated during his fellowship at Duke. He shares his plans to wield agency group data to study the impact of medications on the outcomes of CDH or ECMO babies. As we navigate this podcast episode, you'll hear Mihai's perspective on how aligning the CHNC's objectives with these interests can yield significant benefits. So sit back, and join us in this riveting conversation that not only promises to be an informative journey but also opens up the floor for further exploration of hot topics in the field  As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a text As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!