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PedsCases: Pediatric Education Online

469 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 119 ratings

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

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Cryptorchidism

January 09, 2021 02:41 - 17 minutes - 31.2 MB

This podcast reviews the management of cryptorchidism, including epidemiology and risk factors, questions for history and physical exam, and principles of management. It was created by Paige Murphy, a medical student at the University of British Columbia with the help of Dr. Kirsten Miller, a pediatritian at the University Hospital of Northern B.C.

Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS) in Pediatric Populations

January 07, 2021 05:39 - 30 minutes - 70.1 MB

This podcast will discuss tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) in pediatric patients, including the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, risk factors, and interventions for TLS. It was developed by Stephanie Unrau and Marc Beaudin, 4th year medical students at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Bev Wilson, medical director of the Northern Alberta Children's Cancer Program at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, Canada.

Pediatric Reactive Arthritis

January 04, 2021 17:49 - 21 minutes - 40.7 MB

This podcast covers reactive arthritis, including clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations, and management.  It was developed by Nicholas J. Yee, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta with Dr. Lillian Lim, an Assistant Professor in Pediatric Rheumatology at the Stollery Children's Hospital of the University of Alberta.

Approach to Warts

January 04, 2021 08:10 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

This podcast will review an approach to common warts in paediatric patients, including the morphology, management, indications for vaccines, and when to refer to dermatology for the common wart. It was developed by Aryan Riahi, a 4th year medical student at the University of British Columbia, in collaboration with Dr. M.B. Shokravi, a dermatologist in Vancouver, BC.

Female Genital Cutting

December 28, 2020 06:40 - 20 minutes - 39.4 MB

This podcast presents an overview of female genital cutting, or FGC, from a pediatric perspective. In it, the listener will learn to discuss what FGC is, where and why it is performed, the complications of FGC, how FGC is addressed in Canadian law, an approach to discussing FGC with patients and their families, and an approach to a pelvic exam in a child who has been cut. The podcast was developed by Dora Gyenes, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, with support from Dr...

Approach to Molluscum Contagiosum

December 20, 2020 03:49 - 18 minutes - 24.1 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the diagnosis and management of molluscum contagiosum in children. Listeners will be able to describe the morphology and treatment of molluscum contagiosum along with indications to refer to a dermatologist. The episode was developed by Aryan Riahi, a medical student at the University of British Columbia, with the help of Dr. M. B. Shokravi, a dermatologist in Vancouver. 

Postnatal Corticosteroids to Prevent or to Treat Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia in Preterm Infants - CPS Podcast

December 19, 2020 05:39 - 17 minutes - 27.5 MB

This podcast is a review of the Canadian Pediatric Society's position statement on postnatal corticosteroids to prevent or treat bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants.  It was developed by Dr. Amélie Cyr, a pediatric resident at the University of Saskatchewan with Drs. Brigitte Lemyre, Michael Dunn, Bernard Thébaud, the principle authors of the statement. Dr. Brigitte Lemyre is a clinical investigator and an academic neonatologist at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) ...

Housing need in Canada: Healthy lives start at home

December 05, 2020 06:36 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MB Video

This podcast is a review of the Canadian Pediatric Society's position statement on housing need in Canada. In it, the listener will learn to define types of housing need in Canada, to understand the health impacts of housing need, to assess housing status in the clinical setting, and to discuss how pediatricians, residents, and medical students can advocate for the housing needs of their patients.

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Update - CPS Podcast

December 01, 2020 01:35 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

This podcast provides an update on the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Guidelines. It will provide an overview of the latest available evidence on umbilical cord milking and sustained inflation during neonatal resuscitation. This podcast was developed by Catalina Garcia Hidalgo, a 2nd year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Georg Schmölzer, executive member of the NRP within CPS and a neonatologist-scientist at the University of Alberta.

Approach to Nutrition Support: Tube Feeding

November 21, 2020 04:16 - 23 minutes - 43.1 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the management of nutrition support in children as it pertains to tube feeding. Listeners will learn the indications, routes of administration, and formula types used in tube feeding. It also reviews writing nutrition orders and complications. The podcast was developed by Sierra Casey, a medical student at the University of Alberta, with the help of Dr. Jason Silverman, a pediatric gastroenterologist at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Alberta. 

Le counseling auprès des adolescents et des parents au sujet du cannabis: une introduction pour les professionnels de la santé – Baladodiffusion SCP

November 09, 2020 06:57 - 30 minutes - 55.8 MB

Ce podcast révisera le point de pratique de la Société canadienne de pédiatrie intitulé: Le counseling auprès des adolescents et des parents au sujet du cannabis : une introduction pour les professionnels de la santé, publié en juin 2020. Ce podcast a été créé par Olivia Lemire, étudiante en médecine de 3e année à l’Université d’Ottawa, et Dr Richard E Bélanger, Professeur agrégé, médecin de l’adolescence et pédiatre au Centre mère-enfant Soleil du CHU de Québec - Université Laval.

Counselling adolescents and parents about cannabis: A primer for health professionals – CPS Podcast

November 09, 2020 06:41 - 30 minutes - 42.9 MB

This podcast reviews the recent CPS practice point on “Counselling adolescents and parents about cannabis: A primer for health professionals” published in June 2020. The podcast was developed by Dr. Jen Mooney, a pediatric resident at Memorial University, in collaboration with the co-authors of this CPS statement, Dr. Christina Grant (McMaster Children's Hospital) and Dr. Richard Bélanger (Laval University).

Climate Change and the Health of Pediatric Populations Series -- Part 3

November 05, 2020 06:55 - 29 minutes - 66.8 MB

This podcast is the third in a three-part series on climate change and its effects on the health of the pediatric population. It will cover the difference between mitigation and adaptation strategies, the difference between policy and outreach approaches to climate change, the pertinence of environmental advocacy to healthcare professionals, the various options for environmental advocacy available to healthcare professionals, the value in disaster readiness preparations, the impact of medica...

Climate Change and the Health of Pediatric Populations Series - Part 2

November 04, 2020 19:29 - 26 minutes - 59.8 MB

This podcast is the second of a three-part series on climate change and the health of the pediatric population, including describing anthropogenic climate change, why children are more vulnerable to environmental changes, and primary, secondary, and tertiary causal pathways of climate change on human health. This podcast was developed by Marc Beaudin, a third-year medical student from the University of Alberta who did a post-doctoral fellowship in environmental engineering, Stephanie Unrau, ...

Climate Change and the Health of Pediatric Populations Series - Part 1

November 03, 2020 18:09 - 32 minutes - 75.4 MB

This podcast is the first of a three-part series on climate change and the health of the pediatric population. This podcast was developed by Marc Beaudin, a third-year medical student from the University of Alberta who did a post-doctoral fellowship in environmental engineering, Stephanie Unrau, a third-year medical student from the University of Alberta, with Dr. Melanie Lewis, Pediatrician and Professor at the University of Alberta.

A NICU Parent’s Passion and Perseverance

November 02, 2020 00:56 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

In this podcast, we will talk about the NICU, but from a parent's perspective. We are very lucky to have Jennifer Degl, who is a parent of an NICU baby and an important advocate for maternal and neonatal health, here with us to share her experience. This podcast was developed by Jennifer Degl with Jenn Bhatla, a medical student at the University of Alberta. 

Persistent Post-Concussion Symptoms

October 31, 2020 21:56 - 43 minutes - 82.3 MB

This podcast was created by Adam Neufeld and Brendan Lee, medical students at the University of Saskatchewan. This is part 2 of their 2-part series on concussions and was created with the help of Dr. Kowalczyk, a pediatrician with expertise in sport-related concussion.

ADHD in children and youth: Part 3 – Comorbidities – CPS Podcast

October 22, 2020 02:45 - 17 minutes - 15.4 MB

This podcast is the conclusion to the CPS Podcast series on ADHD in children and youth.  Based on the 2018 CPS statement on ADHD, this episode will discuss assessment and treatment with comorbid autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and prematurity. It was created by Renée Lurie, a third-year medical student from the University of Ottawa, in collaboration with the authors of the statement: Drs. Stacey Bélanger, Mark Feldman, and Brenda Clark from the Universities of Montreal, To...

ADHD in Children and Youth: Part 2 - Treatment - CPS Podcast

October 20, 2020 20:39 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

This podcast is part 2 of a 3-part series on ADHD in children and youth. It will cover the management of ADHD, including non-pharmacologic treatment, when to consider medical intervention, and pharmacologic options. This series was developed by Renée Lurie, a third-year medical student from the University of Ottawa, in collaboration with Drs. Stacey Bélanger, Mark Feldman, and Brenda Clark.

ADHD in Children and Youth: Part 1 - Etiology, Diagnosis, and Comorbidity - CPS Podcast

October 20, 2020 02:58 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

This podcast gives an overview of the etiology, diagnosis, and comorbidities of ADHD in children and youth. In this episode, listeners will learn about the background and causes of ADHD, the diagnostic criteria for ADHD, the differential diagnosis for ADHD, conditions commonly comorbid with ADHD, and how to apply this knowledge to a clinical case.

Neonatal Hypothermia

October 12, 2020 20:28 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MB

This podcast covers neonatal hypothermia, including a case presentation and general overview of risks, symptoms, consequences, and management. It was developed by Mekala Neelakantan, a fourth-year medical student at the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA with neonatologist Dr. Paulomi Chaudhry, Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics within the Section of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Adolescent Pregnancy

October 07, 2020 15:17 - 27 minutes - 50.1 MB

This podcast presents an overview of the topic of adolescent pregnancy. In this episode, listeners will learn about the epidemiology, identification and management of adolescent pregnancy. This podcast was developed by Delphine Hansen, a third-year medical student at McGill University, in collaboration with Dr Giuseppina Di Meglio, adolescent medicine physician and pediatrician at the Montreal Children Hospital and professor at McGill University Faculty of Medicine.

Retinopathy of Prematurity

October 02, 2020 00:18 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the management of retinopathy of prematurity. In this episode, listeners will learn about the diagnosis and classification of retinopathy based on severity and location, as well as an approach for general management and treatment options. The podcast was developed by Scarlett Olejnik, a medical student at the Medical University of Lodz in Poland, with the help of Dr. Marc-Antoine Landry, a neonatologist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton.  

Abdominal Wall Defects in the Newborn

September 25, 2020 23:33 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

This podcast will review the clinical features and management of abdominal wall defects (umbilical hernia, omphalocele, and gastroschisis) in fetuses and newborns. It was developed by Zachary Rumlow, a fourth-year medical student at Rocky Vista University, in collaboration with Dr. Paul Dube (Rocky Vista University) and Dr. Melanie Lewis (University of Alberta). 

Approach to Pediatric Lymphoma

September 11, 2020 22:53 - 18 minutes - 41.2 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the clinical aspects of pediatric lymphoma. In this podcast, listeners will learn to define Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, gain insight into the epidemiology and prognosis of pediatric lymphoma, recognize the presentation of pediatric lymphoma, and discuss the treatment of pediatric lymphoma.

Congenital Syphilis

September 04, 2020 02:23 - 28 minutes - 18.7 MB

This podcast covers congenital syphilis covers congenital syphilis, including epidemiology, pathophysiology, impacts on mothers and infants, prenatal screening, bloodwork and follow-up for infants exposed in utero.  This podcast was developed by Stephanie Unrau, a third year medical student at the University of Alberta with Dr. Joan Robinson, who is a pediatric infectious disease specialist at the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

Approach to Birthmarks

August 19, 2020 01:26

This video podcast presents an approach to the management of birthmarks in children. In this episode, listeners will learn to compare and contrast common birthmarks and pediatric vascular anomalies, and determine which require diagnostic workup. This episode was developed by Aryan Riahi, a medical student at the University of British Columbia, and Dr. Joseph Lam, a pediatric dermatologist at the University of British Columbia.

Congenital Tracheoesophageal Anomalies

August 10, 2020 15:23 - 20 minutes - 37.6 MB

This podcast provides an understanding of congenital tracheoesophageal malformations, including the clinical presentation, physical exam, investigations, management, and complications. It was developed by Shawn Dodd, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Bryan Dicken, a pediatric surgeon at the University of Alberta. 

Toxic Stress, Resilience and Trauma Informed Care – Promoting Complete Wellness

August 08, 2020 02:06 - 21 minutes - 41 MB

This podcast takes us through the basics of trauma informed care, toxic stress, and resiliency in children to help physicians and caregivers develop ways to promote complete wellness and development in children. It was developed by Manisha Bharadia, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, and Dr. Mel Lewis, the associate dean of the Office of Advocacy & Wellbeing at the University of Alberta.  

Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Pediatric Patient: Part 2

July 30, 2020 21:19 - 20 minutes - 39.5 MB

This podcast is the second part of a two-part series about sepsis and septic shock in pediatric patients. This episode covers the initial investigations and steps in the management of pediatric sepsis, the priorities and key considerations in the management of pediatric patients with sepsis, and how to identify common sites of infection that may lead to sepsis. This podcast was created by Dan Lafreniere, a research associate in the Department of Pharmacology at Dalhousie University, and Dr. ...

Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Pediatric Patient: Part 1

July 19, 2020 16:16 - 17 minutes - 33.9 MB

The first part of this two-part series should allow you to define and identify the criteria for sepsis and septic shock in children, and identify the investigations and management of the septic pediatric patient. This podcast was created by Dan Lafreniere, a Research Associate in the Department of Pharmacology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, and Dr. Christian Lehmann, a staff anesthesiologist at the Queen Elizabeth Health Sciences Centre in Halifax and a professor at Dalhousie Universi...

Transgender Health: Transitioning with a Focus on Hormone Replacement Therapy

July 12, 2020 02:15 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MB

This podcast on transgender health brings in personal stories and experiences with a focus on hormone replacement therapy.  This podcast was developed by Linden, Jenn Bhatla a third year medical student at the University of Alberta, Dr. Simone Lebeuf, an adolescent medicine pediatrician at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, and Dr. Jorge Pinzon, an adolescent medicine pediatrician at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.

Approach to Cyanosis in a Neonate

June 30, 2020 01:42 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MB

This podcast presents an approach to cyanosis in neonates. In this episode, listeners will learn how to assess and recognize a cyanotic infant, as well as develop a differential diagnosis and identify immediate investigations and management for the cyanotic infant. This podcast was developed by Michelle Fric, a medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Georgeta Apostol, a general pediatrician at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton. 

Psychogenic Non-epileptic Seizures (PNES) in Children and Youth

June 23, 2020 23:37 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and multidisciplinary management of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) in the pediatric population. It was developed by Vivienne Beard, a second-year medical student at UBC, in collaboration with Dr. Mary Connolly (Department of Pediatrics, UBC) and Dr. Andrea Chapman (Department of Psychiatry, UBC).

An Approach to Pediatric Bowel Obstruction

June 20, 2020 02:41 - 18 minutes - 26.2 MB

This podcast presents an approach to diagnosing and managing an important pediatric emergency, pediatric bowel obstruction. Compared to adults, pediatric bowel obstructions have a much broader differential diagnosis, present in a variety of ways and at various ages, and require surgical management in most scenarios.  In this podcast, you will learn an overview of the history, physical exam, differential diagnosis, initial workup and stabilization of paediatric bowel obstruction. This podcast...

A Plant-Based Diet for Children and Adolescents

June 12, 2020 18:18 - 19 minutes - 8.24 MB

This podcast on plant-based diets for children and adolescents will cover the distinction between vegan and plant-based diets, the benefits and suitability of plant-based diets, how to ensure followers of a plant-based diet obtain all necessary nutrients, the warning signs of eating disorders in adolescents, and how parents can support the dietary choices of their children. This podcast was created by Muzammil Ahmad and Cass Warbeck, respectively second- and first-year medical students at th...

Approach to Pediatric Neck Masses

June 10, 2020 01:15 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Through a case study, this podcast will go over the presentation and causes of congenital and acquired neck masses, as well as the approach to diagnosis and management of pediatric neck masses. This podcast was developed by Asa Rahimi, a fourth-year medical student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, with the help of Dr. Frederick Kozak, a pediatric otolaryngologist, clinical professor, and post graduate education program director of the UBC Division of Otolaryngology...

Approach to Brain Tumors in Children

May 30, 2020 17:13 - 18 minutes - 25.3 MB

This podcast covers an approach to brain tumors in children.  It will discuss the epidemiology and etiology of brain tumors in children, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, initial management and short and long term sequelae.  It was developed by Chelsea Howie, a medical student at Dalhousie University Medical School with Dr. Bruce Crooks, a Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at the IWK Children’s Hospital. 

Consumption and Taxation of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages - CPS Podcast

May 18, 2020 19:20 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

This podcast summarizes the new CPS position statement “A proposal to increase taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages in Canada”. It was developed by Dr. Sandra Botros Gouda, a first-year pediatric resident at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Catherine Pound, a pediatrician and researcher at the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Ottawa.

Late Effects of Childhood Cancer

May 12, 2020 03:38 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the management of late effects of childhood cancer treatment. Listeners will learn about the most common childhood cancers and best therapeutic modalities, as well as health resources and programming offered to survivors of childhood cancer. This podcast was developed by Kristen Salena, a medical student at McMaster University, and Dr. Stacey Marierrison, a pediatric oncologist at McMaster Children's Hospital. 

Infantile Colic

May 07, 2020 14:22 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

This podcast presents an approach to the diagnosis and management of infantile colic. In this episode, listeners will learn about the definition, presentation, differential diagnosis, and management of infantile colic, as well as recognizing that infantile colic places children at risk for non-accidental injury. This podcast was developed by Carol Dennison, a 4th year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Bonnieca Islam, Associate Teaching Professor in the D...

Approach to Pediatric ECG -- Part 2

May 02, 2020 04:55 - 15 minutes - 28.5 MB Video

This is Part 2 of a two-part series about the approach to pediatric ECGs. This series was developed by Eric King, a medical student at the University of Alberta. This podcast was developed with the help of pediatric hospitalist and medical educator Dr. Karen Forbes, pediatric cardiologist Dr. Joseph Atallah and the help of the PedsCases team. This series will cover how to systematically interpret a pediatric ECG, how the forces within the heart change and progress after birth, how to recogni...

Approach to Pediatric ECG -- Part 1

May 02, 2020 02:02 - 21 minutes - 46 MB Video

This is Part 1 of a two-part series about the approach to pediatric ECGs. This series was developed by Eric King, a medical student at the University of Alberta. This podcast was developed with the help of pediatric hospitalist and medical educator Dr. Karen Forbes, pediatric cardiologist Dr. Joseph Atallah and the help of the PedsCases team. This series will cover how to systematically interpret a pediatric ECG, how the forces within the heart change and progress after birth, how to recogni...

Acute Gastroenteritis

April 29, 2020 15:44 - 17 minutes - 32.6 MB

This podcast will cover the definition of diarrhea and the presentation, common causes, and management of acute gastroenteritis in pediatric patients. It was created by Melissa Chiu, a fourth-year medical student at the University of British Columbia, in collaboration with Dr. Anne Feng, a pediatrician at BC Children’s Hospital.

Approach to Pediatric Psoriasis - Audio

April 17, 2020 20:49 - 16 minutes - 31.3 MB

This PedsCases Podcast will provide an organized approach to understand pediatric psoriasis including the typical presentation, underlying pathology, risk factors, and treatments. It was created by Dr. Harry Liu, a dermatology resident at the University of British Columbia, and David Jung, a medical student at the University of British Columbia, in collaboration with Dr. Joseph Lam, a pediatric dermatologist practicing in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Approach to Pediatric Psoriasis - Video

April 17, 2020 20:47 - 16 minutes - 143 MB Video

This PedsCases Video will provide an organized approach to understand pediatric psoriasis including the typical presentation, underlying pathology, risk factors, and treatments. It was created by Dr. Harry Liu, a dermatology resident at the University of British Columbia, and David Jung, a medical student at the University of British Columbia, in collaboration with Dr. Joseph Lam, a pediatric dermatologist practicing in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

Approach to Adrenal Insufficiency

April 01, 2020 17:41 - 27 minutes - 41.8 MB

This podcast presents an approach to adrenal insufficiency, including the general physiology, etiologies, diagnosis, and management of the condition in the pediatric population. It was developed by Rebecca Quilty, a 4th-year medical student from Memorial University, in collaboration with Dr. Heather Power, a pediatric endocrinologist at Memorial University.

Caring for children and youth from Canadian military families: Special considerations - CPS Podcast

March 28, 2020 19:46 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

  This CPS podcast covers special considerations when caring for children and youth from Canadian military families.  This includes understanding unique stresses, identifying families at risk of challenges coping during a parent’s deployment, recognizing common issues for children as well as the importance of community resources and advocacy.  It was developed by Dr. Katie Girgulis, a Pediatrics Resident at Dalhousie University and the IWK Health Centre in collaboration with Dr. Anne Rowan...

Indigenous Child Health in Canada – Part III: Future (Video)

March 17, 2020 02:22 - 24 minutes - 287 MB Video

In this last installment of our series exploring Indigenous Child Health in Canada, listeners will learn how medical students and healthcare professionals can provide culturally safe care for Indigenous pediatric patients. This podcast/video series was developed by Nikita-Kiran Singh, a 4th-year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Lola Baydala, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta, and Sherri Di Lallo, Indigenous Child Health Nurse Coordina...

Indigenous Child Health in Canada – Part III: Future (Audio)

March 17, 2020 02:14 - 24 minutes - 23.8 MB

In this last installment of our series exploring Indigenous Child Health in Canada, listeners will learn how medical students and healthcare professionals can provide culturally safe care for Indigenous pediatric patients. This podcast/video series was developed by Nikita-Kiran Singh, a 4th-year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Lola Baydala, Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta, and Sherri Di Lallo, Indigenous Child Health Nurse Coordina...