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PedsCases: Pediatric Education Online

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Pediatric educational resource developed by learners for learners. Founded at the University of Alberta. Podcasts, Videos, Infographics, Cases.

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Acquired Heart Failure in Children

December 04, 2022 21:05 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MB

This podcast presents an overview of acquired heart failure in children including etiologies, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic evaluation. This podcast was created by Umairah Boodoo, a medical student at McMaster University in collaboration with Dr. Tapas Mondal, a pediatric Cardiologist at McMaster University.

Breastfeeding

November 25, 2022 02:56 - 21 minutes - 31.2 MB

This podcast on breastfeeding was developed by Jennifer Butler, a medical student at McMaster’s School of Medicine in Ontario for pedcases.com, with guidance from Dr. Melanie Lewis, Professor and Pediatrician in the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta.

Cranial Nerves

November 13, 2022 18:49 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

This podcast will present an overview on cranial nerves. It will cover cranial neuropathies, the etiology, clinical manifestations, investigations and management of various cranial nerve disorders, and examination of cranial nerves in children. This podcast was created by Alekhya Nimmagadda, a medical student at the Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research with the help of Dr. Janette Mailo, a Pediatric Neurologist at the University of Alberta.

Genetic Diseases 2: X-linked inheritance

October 17, 2022 02:35 - 9 minutes - 13.4 MB

This podcast presents an overview of X-linked inheritance. This is part 2 of a 3 part series on genetic disorders. This episode will define X-linked inheritance and describe dosage compensation using a case of X-linked hypophosphatemia as an example. This podcast was developed by Rozlyn Boutin a senior medical student at the University of British Columbia, in collaboration with Dr. Caitlin Chang, a medical geneticist at the British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver

Genetic Diseases 1: Autosomal dominant inheritance

October 13, 2022 18:46 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

This podcast discusses long QT syndrome as an example to discuss medical conditions that are inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion. This is the first video in a 3-podcast series on Genetic Diseases. It was created by Dr. Rozlyn Boutin, a resident at British Columbia’s Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, BC, Canada in collaboration with Dr. Caitlin Chang, a medical geneticist at BC Children’s.

Genetic Diseases 1: Autosomal dominant inheritance

October 13, 2022 18:46 - 18 minutes - 26 MB

This podcast discusses long QT syndrome as an example to discuss medical conditions that are inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion. This is the first video in a 3-podcast series on Genetic Diseases. It was created by Dr. Rozlyn Boutin, a resident at British Columbia’s Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, BC, Canada in collaboration with Dr. Caitlin Chang, a medical geneticist at BC Children’s.

Traumatic head injury due to child mistreatment

September 11, 2022 02:32 - 18 minutes - 32.8 MB

This podcast reviews an approach to traumatic head injury due to child mistreatment. This episode will discuss relevant biomechanics, pathophysiology, features on history, physical examination findings, investigations and approach to management. This podcast was developed by Ojas Srivastava, a medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with pediatrician Dr. Melanie Lewis and retinal specialist Dr. Matthew Tennant also from the University of Alberta. 

Maple Syrup Urine Disease

September 04, 2022 18:44 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

This podcast will provide listeners with an understanding of Maple Syrup Urine Disease, its clinical signs and symptoms, and management. This podcast was developed by fourth year medical student Angela Messer in collaboration with Dr. Shailly Jain, an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics at the University of Alberta.

Approach to Prematurity – Part II - Initial stabilization and Short-Term Complications of Prematurity

August 10, 2022 20:34 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MB

This is the second part of a two-part video on approach to prematurity. If you have not already, please check out part one of this podcast that discusses an overview of prematurity. This podcast will be focusing on the initial stabilization of a premature infant, as well as providing the learner with a systems-based approach to managing common short-term complications associated with prematurity. This video and podcast were developed by Jhanahan Sriranjan, a medical student at Michael G. D...

Pediatric Ptosis

August 08, 2022 18:21 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MB

This podcast covers an approach to pediatric ptosis. It was developed by Arshdeep Singh Marwaha, a 3rd year medical student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC along with Dr. Jane Gardiner, a pediatric ophthalmologist at the University of British Columbia.

Peripheral IV Infiltration and Extravasation (PIVIE) Injuries

August 05, 2022 23:36 - 23 minutes - 29.3 MB

This podcast will discuss peripheral IV infiltration and extravasation injuries (PIVIE). By the end of this podcast, learners should be able to recognize the risks of PIVIE injuries in the pediatric population, distinguish between an extravasation injury and an infiltration injury, and develop an appropriate management plan for different types of PIVIE injuries. It was developed by Alexander Perry, a medical student at the University of Alberta in collaboration with Dr. Courtney Wilkes, Dr. ...

Pediatric Psychiatric Histroy and MSE

July 07, 2022 03:33 - 33 minutes - 49.3 MB

This podcast presents an approach to a paediatric psychiatric history and mental status exam. In this podcast, we will walk through an approach that you can apply in different clinical settings such as a primary care clinic, community pediatric office or emergency department. This podcast was developed by Annabelle Wong, a medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Heidi Wilkes, a consulting psychiatrist at the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

Approach to Shoulder Pain

July 03, 2022 03:28 - 29 minutes - 37.7 MB

This podcast covers an approach to the diagnosis and management of pediatric sports injuries of the shoulder. It was produced by Cassie Walmsley, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta in collaboration with Dr. Erika Persson, a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist at the University of Alberta.

Gross Motor Delay

June 27, 2022 05:47 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MB

This podcast will discuss gross motor delay. By the end of this podcast, learners should be able to recognize normal motor developmental milestones in children, develop a differential diagnosis, identify key tests and investigations to clarify the etiology and discuss the management options for gross motor delay. It was developed by Devika Singh, a second-year medical student at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University, in collaboration with Dr. Lyn Sonnenberg, a Neu...

Orofacial Clefts

May 27, 2022 04:23 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

This podcast provides an approach to identification of the different types of cleft malformations, outlines the management of orofacial clefts and timing of surgical repair and discusses the genetic syndromes, sequences and associations linked with cleft lip and palate.  It was developed by Julie Le, a first year Family Medicine resident at Queen’s University with the help of Dr. Regan Guilfoyle, a pediatric plastic surgeon at the University of Alberta.

GI Bleeding

May 23, 2022 01:58 - 30 minutes - 55.4 MB

This Podcast will discuss an approach to gastrointestinal bleeding in children. The podcast was created by Clarelle Gonsalves, a third-year medical student at McMaster University, in collaboration with Dr. Herbert Brill, a pediatric gastroenterologist at McMaster Children’s Hospital and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Toronto.

Approach to Pediatric Toe Walking

May 22, 2022 23:18 - 24 minutes - 46.1 MB

This podcast provides an overview on approaches to pediatric toe walking, what to ask for on history, look for on physical exam, investigations to consider, potential treatment options as well as some of the causes of toe walking. It was developed by Lindsay Amatto, a third year medical student at the University of Alberta, and Dr. Lindsay Hubenig, a pediatric physiatrist at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital and Body Restoration Windermere.

Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

May 14, 2022 01:21 - 17 minutes - 14.7 MB

This PedsCases podcast presents an approach to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. It was created by Stephanie Rohnm a medical student at McMaster University, in collaboration with Dr. Mary Zachos, a pediatric gastroenterologist at McMaster University.

Approach to Opioid Use Disorder

May 10, 2022 15:46 - 25 minutes - 36.1 MB

This podcast presents an overview of opioid use disorder (OUD) in youth. Through this podcast, the learner should be able to define OUD, delineate the variety of ways OUD affects the youth and their unique susceptibilities, describe how it is treated in youth and discuss the currents gaps in care. This podcast was developed by Justin Park, a second-year medical student at the University of British Colombia, in collaboration with Dr. Dzung Vo, a pediatrician, adolescent medicine specialist, a...

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)

May 05, 2022 04:33 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MB

In this podcast, the definition, pathophysiology, signs, investigations, and management of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) are discussed. Additionally, the difference between classic and non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia and signs of a salt-wasting adrenal crisis are highlighted. This podcast was created by Dr. Kimberly Young, a first-year Paediatric resident at the University of Toronto, with support from Dr. Diane Wherrett, a Paediatric Endocrinologist at the Hospital for Sic...

Approach to Tic Disorders

May 02, 2022 02:22 - 14 minutes - 32.3 MB

This podcast covers an approach to Tic Disorders including diagnostic criteria, common presenting features and comorbidities, as well as counseling and management. It was developed by Dr. Sophia Yip, a resident at the University of Alberta in collaboration with Dr. Lyn Sonnenberg, a Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta.

Recurrent Fractures

April 22, 2022 02:02 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

This podcast covers an approach to assessing a child with recurrent fractures by exploring common pathologic etiologies and touching on management options for recurrent fractures. It was developed by Liyana Kukkadi, a final year medical student from Chatham, Ontario in the 6 year accelerated medicine program at the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Gina Catena, a pediatrician and clinical fellow in child maltreatment, and Dr. Erin Boschee,...

Approach to Abnormalities in Head Shape and Size Part 4: Microcephaly

April 17, 2022 15:21 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MB

This podcast covers an approach to children presenting with microcephaly including the definition of microcephaly, the differential diagnosis, the key points on history and physical exam to refine your differential diagnosis, and the relevant investigations and management options. It was developed by Lindsey a pediatric neurology resident in Toronto, and Dr. Claire McNiven, a pediatrics resident at the University of Alberta. The podcast’s development and editing were supported by Dr. Melanie ...

Vaping in Teens

April 15, 2022 18:49 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

This CPS Podcast will present an introduction to vaping, explain how to approach the topic with adolescents in the clinic, and provide some brief information about treatment for problematic usage. The podcast was created by Kaylee Novack, a medical school graduate and current master’s student at the University of Montreal and Dr. Chadi, a clinical assistant professor in the department of Pediatrics at the University of Montreal and a clinician-scientist specialized in adolescent and addiction...

Screen Time in Young Children - CPS Podcast

April 09, 2022 17:03 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MB

In this CPS podcast, the listener will learn about the benefits and risks of screen media in children under the age of 5, the evidence based guidelines on early media experiences , and an approach on how to implement these guidelines. This podcast was created by Mattea Lee, a second-year medical student at the University of Calgary, with the help of Dr. Ponti, chair of the CPS Pediatric Digital Task Force, and Dr. Jackman, a pediatrician at the Alberta Children's Hospital.

Lyme Disease in Canada - CPS Podcast

April 07, 2022 03:18 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MB

This CPS Podcast describes Lyme disease in Canada. It was created by Katie Girgulis, a Pediatric Resident at Dalhousie University and Stephanie Zahradnik, a PGY4 Paediatric Infectious Diseases Resident at the University of Toronto. This podcast was created in collaboration with Dr. Nicole Le Saux, a Pediatric Infectious Disease physician at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Ottawa and an author of the 2020 Canadian Paediatric Society practice point that will be reviewed in this p...

The Rourke Baby Record - An Overview

April 04, 2022 05:47 - 21 minutes - 24.6 MB

This podcast will provide an overview of the Rourke Baby Record (RBR) and how to use it in clinical practice through a case example with a focus on the 18-month well-child visit. This podcast is based on the CPS statement of the same title and was developed by Katherine Goren, a medical student at the Schulich School of Medicine, in collaboration with Dr. Leslie Rourke, family physician and creator of the RBR. 

Approach to a Patient with Sickle Cell Disease

March 29, 2022 00:12 - 20 minutes - 38.4 MB

This podcasts covers an approach to sickle cell including pathophysiology, diagnosis, history, physical exam, investigations and treatment.  It was developed by Noha Elsherbini a fourth year medical student at McGill University with Dr. Surabhi Rawal, a Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist at the Montreal Children’s Hospital in Montreal.

Approach to Mediastinal Masses

March 25, 2022 23:19 - 15 minutes - 21.3 MB

This podcast presents an approach to mediastinal masses in pediatric patients. The listener will learn the key points in the history, physical exam, and initial investigations, as well as the differential diagnosis. Distinguishing features and management of the most common causes of mediastinal masses in children is also highlighted. This podcast was created by Kieryn Houlder, a fourth year medical student at the University of Alberta, with the help of Dr. Beverly Wilson, a pediatric oncologi...

Spina Bifida

March 20, 2022 16:16 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MB

In this podcast, the listener will learn to differentiate various types of neural tube defects, to discuss the etiology and risk factors of spina bifida, and to describe the fundamentals of the workup and management for spina bifida.  The podcast was created by Quin Pon and Brianna Salverda, both medical students at the University of Alberta, with support from Dr. Cynthia Gunaratnam, a general pediatrician at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

Approach to Phenylketonuria

March 15, 2022 21:12 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the diagnosis and management of phenylketonuria. This podcast was developed by Jennifer Butler and Umairah Boodoo, medical students at McMaster University, in collaboration with Dr Hannah Geddie, Assistant Professor and Pediatric Endocrinologist at the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology in the Department of Pediatrics at McMaster University.

The evaluation and management of neonatal brachial plexus palsy -- CPS podcast

March 09, 2022 05:03 - 12 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this podcast, the listener will learn about the risk factors, classification, presentation, and management of brachial plexus palsy. The podcast is based on the CPS statement of the same title and was created by Morgan Gregg, a medical student at the University of Alberta, with support from Dr. Vibhuti Shah, a neonatologist at Mount Sinai Hospital and the first author of the CPS statement.

Approach to Abnormalities in Head Shape and Size Part 3: Macrocephaly

March 06, 2022 21:24 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

This podcast is part 3 of a 4-part series discussing an approach to abnormalities in head shape and size. This third part reviews the differential diagnosis for children presenting with large heads(macrocephaly). Key points on history and physical exam and the relevant investigations and management options for children with macrocephaly will be discussed. The podcast was created by Dr. Lindsey Logan, a pediatric neurology resident in Toronto, and Dr. Claire McNiven, a pediatrics resident at ...

Approach to Pneumothorax

February 22, 2022 22:13 - 15 minutes - 21.1 MB

This podcast presents an approach to pneumothorax in children, including the differential diagnosis, clinical signs and symptoms, and management. It was created by Ryerson Seguin, a third year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Bryan Dicken, Pediatric Surgeon and Associate professor at the University of Alberta.

Approach to Abnormalities in Head Shape and Size Part 2: Abnormalities in Head Shape

February 20, 2022 21:48 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this podcast on abnormal head shape, the listener will learn the differential diagnosis for children with an abnormal head shape, the key points on history and physical exam to refine your differential diagnosis, and the relevant investigations and management options for children with abnormal head shape. The podcast was created by Dr. Lindsey Logan, a pediatric neurology resident in Toronto, and Dr. Claire McNiven, a pediatrics resident at the University of Alberta. The podcast’s developm...

Approach to Adolescent History Taking - Part 2

February 12, 2022 19:53 - 17 minutes - 11.1 MB

This podcast is part 2 of a 2-part series discussing an approach to adolescent history-taking, with a focus on the psychosocial history, using the SSHADESS mnemonic. This first part reviews the SSHADESS mnemonic while the second is a role-play of taking a SSHADESS history. This podcast was developed by Fanny Cheng a medical students at the University of Toronto, and Cindy Lin, a medical student at Western University, in collaboration with Dr. Natasha Collia, a pediatric emergency physician at...

Approach to Adolescent History Taking - Part 1

February 11, 2022 02:03 - 17 minutes - 11 MB

This podcast is part 1 of a 2-part series discussing an approach to adolescent history-taking, with a focus on the psychosocial history, using the SSHADESS mnemonic. This first part reviews the SSHADESS mnemonic while the second is a role play of taking a SSHADESS history. This podcast was developed by Fanny Cheng a medical students at the University of Toronto and Cindy Lin, a medical student at Western University, in collaboration with Dr. Natasha Collia, a pediatric emergency physician at...

Management of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants CPS Position Statement

February 10, 2022 00:42 - 16 minutes - 29.5 MB

This CPS podcast covers the CPS podcast on management of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants. It was created by Claire Wallace, a third year Pediatrics resident at Memorial University of Newfoundland in collaboration with Dr. Souvik Mitra, a neonatologist and clinical epidemiologist at the IWK Health Center and Dalhousie University in Halifax.

Approach to Abnormalities in Head Shape and Size Part 1: Head Circumference and Head Growth

January 31, 2022 07:28 - 16 minutes - 23 MB

This podcast is part 1 of a 4 part series discussing the Abnormalities in Head Shape and Size in Pediatrics. This part will describe how to measure head circumference and head growth. This was developed by Lindsey Logan, Pediatric Neurology resident, and Claire McNiven, Pediatrics Resident, with Dr. Melanie Lewis, Dr. Lauren Redgate, and Dr. Peter Gill for PedsCases.com.

Approach to Spirometry in Children

January 31, 2022 00:27 - 20 minutes - 136 MB Video

This video podcast presents an approach to spirometry in children. In this episode, listeners will learn to read and interpret a spirometry report with respect to obstructive and restrictive lung disease. This episode was developed by Dr. Rafiaa Valji, a pediatric respirologist at the University of Manitoba, in collaboration with Dr. Tamizan Kherani, a pediatric respirologist at the University of Alberta.

Approach to Spirometry in Children

January 31, 2022 00:13 - 20 minutes - 29.8 MB

This video podcast presents an approach to spirometry in children. In this episode, listeners will learn to read and interpret a spirometry report with respect to obstructive and restrictive lung disease. This episode was developed by Dr. Rafiaa Valji, a pediatric respirologist at the University of Manitoba, in collaboration with Dr. Tamizan Kherani, a pediatric respirologist at the University of Alberta.

Diagnosis and Chronic Management of Asthma in Children

January 30, 2022 03:42 - 29 minutes - 27.7 MB

In this podcast, the listener will learn the definition and clinical presentation of asthma, the criteria for the diagnosis in asthma in preschoolers and in children older than six, and the initial and ongoing management of asthma in children. The podcast was created by Usman Ahmed with support from Dr. Melanie Lewis. Usman is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Alberta, and Dr. Lewis is a pediatrician at the Stollery Children's Hospital.

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Adolescents

January 10, 2022 23:49 - 17 minutes - 30.6 MB

This podcast presents an approach to Abnormal Uterine Bleeding in Adolescents. Listeners will learn about the definition of abnormal uterine bleeding, generate an organized differential diagnosis for abnormal uterine bleeding, and review investigations and management for abnormal uterine bleeding in adolescent patients compared to adult patients. This podcast was developed by Sarah Moor, a third-year medical student at Yale School of Medicine, with Dr. Amanda Kallen, an Assistant Professor o...

Status Epilepticus - CPS Podcast

January 01, 2022 19:17 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MB

This podcast reviews the 2021 CPS practice point “Emergency management of the pediatric patient with convulsive status epilepticus.” The podcast was developed Dr. Larissa Shapka a pediatric resident at the University of Toronto, Dr. Chris Novak, a pediatrician in Calgary and Dr. Kyle McKenzie, a pediatrician in Red Deer, Alberta, and one of the authors of the practice point.

Approach to Prematurity – Part I An Overview of Prematurity - Video

December 29, 2021 08:37 - 11 minutes - 92.4 MB Video

This two-part video and podcast series provides an overview of prematurity, considerations surrounding stabilization of preterm infants, and a systems-based approach to common conditions associated with prematurity. In this first part, the definition of prematurity and its epidemiology in Canada, as well as risk factors and characteristics of extremely preterm, very preterm, and term infants are covered. This video and podcast were developed by Jhanahan Sriranjan, a medical student at McMast...

Approach to Prematurity – Part I An Overview of Prematurity

December 29, 2021 07:03 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

This two-part video and podcast series provides an overview of prematurity, considerations surrounding stabilization of preterm infants, and a systems-based approach to common conditions associated with prematurity. This video and podcast was developed by Jhanahan Sriranjan, a medical student at McMaster University, with the support of Dr. Kristin Inch, a pediatrician at the Special Care Nursery at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hamilton Ontario.

COVID-19 Vaccine

December 29, 2021 00:24 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

This podcast discusses vaccines against COVID-19 as they pertain to pediatric patients. The podcast provides background information on vaccine development and types of vaccines, then answers many common questions about vaccines via an interview with Dr. Joan Robinson, a pediatric infectious diseases specialist at the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. The podcast was developed by Dr.  Gauri Shah, a pediatrician who completed a fellowship in pediatric infectious diseases at th...

Paediatrics & Child Health Peer Review Process

December 13, 2021 01:16 - 13 minutes - 15.1 MB

In this podcast, listeners will learn about the peer review process of Paediatrics & Child Health, the official journal of the Canadian Paediatric Society. This was developed by Louise Ing, a paediatric resident at the University of Calgary, Subhrata Verma, a paediatric resident at Western University in London, Ontario, and Katie Girgulis, a paediatric resident at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, along with Dr. Shazeen Suleman and Dr. Joan Robinson.

Tinea Corporis in Children

December 13, 2021 00:26 - 12 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this podcast, you will hear about different tinea infections in children, with a specific focus on tinea corporis, and develop an approach to these presentations. The podcast was created by Jessica Hesthammer, a fourth year medical student at the University of Alberta, and Dr. Melanie Lewis.

Approach to Structural Eye Anomalies

December 10, 2021 03:18 - 16 minutes - 13.7 MB

This podcast will present an overview and organized approach to anomalies affecting ocular structures. In it, the listener will review relevant anatomy, learn to identify common structural eye anomalies, and develop an approach to managing these anomalies. The podcast was created by Arjan Dhoot, a third-year medical student at the University of Toronto, with support from Dr. Michael Wan, an ophthalmologist at the SickKids Hospital in Toronto.