Radio Rounds
122 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 7 ratingsRadio Rounds is a free podcast series for healthcare professionals featuring Washington University pediatric specialists. Each 10-minute podcast focuses on topics relevant to pediatricians and health care providers caring for children.
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Flu Facts: What We Know About This Year's Flu Season
December 13, 2018 14:00 - 9.11 MBAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, influenza is the most frequent cause of death in the United States from a vaccine-preventable disease. The 2017-18 influenza season was an intense one, with 172 pediatric deaths recorded. David Hunstad, MD discusses what we know about the current state of this year's flu season, and what we can we expect before its peak.
Sever's Disease (Heel Pain) in Young Athletes
November 19, 2018 14:00 - 7.11 MBTerra Blatnik, MD, discusses Severs Disease treatment options and when to refer to pediatric sports medicine at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
What's New in the Asthma Treatment Pipeline
November 15, 2018 14:00 - 6.01 MBKatherine Rivera, MD, discusses what's new in the Asthma treatment pipeline, her recent clinical trials, why pediatricians listening could really benefit from this study and why they should refer a patient with Asthma to St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Hope and Support for Patients After Fontan Procedure
November 12, 2018 14:00 - 5.65 MBKathleen Simpson, MD discusses why the Fontan Clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital was established, what a referring provider can expect from the Fontan Clinic team and she offers hope and support for patients after Fontan Procedure.
Searching for Answers: What We Know About Acute Flaccid Myelitis
November 05, 2018 14:00 - 4.34 MBChristina Gurnett, MD, PhD discuses the recent outbreak of acute flaccid myelitis and when a pediatrician should refer to the specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital for this rare but serious condition.
Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Clinic for Congenital Heart Disease
October 29, 2018 13:00 - 8.19 MBMost children with congenital heart disease grow up to live active, healthy lives. It is important for these children to receive appropriate follow-up care throughout childhood to watch for signs of developmental issues. Christopher D. Smyser, MD and Caroline Lee, MD, discuss the Cardiac Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center, and how our heart specialists evaluate and treat infants and children to ensure that they reach their highest po...
Evaluation and Treatment for Turner Syndrome
October 22, 2018 13:00 - 4.01 MBJennifer Sprague, MD, PhD, discusses the evaluation and treatment for Turner Syndrome and the Turner's Clinic at the St. Louis Children's Hospital Specialty Care Center.
Early Detection and Treatment of Progressive Myopia
October 15, 2018 13:00 - 4.53 MBMark Rallo, OD, discusses early detection and treatment of Progressive Myopia and when it is important that a pediatrician refer to a specialist.
Antibiotic Resistance and Use in the NICU
October 09, 2018 13:00 - 7.39 MBIn this panel discussion, Barbara Warner, MD, and Jason Newland, MD, discuss antibiotic resistance and use in the NICU. They explain the state of antibiotic resistance and how doctors are monitoring the use of antibiotics to treat premature infants.
Pediatric Somatic Symptom Disorder
September 26, 2018 13:00 - 4.71 MBChildren with somatic symptom disorder worry excessively about physical symptoms that are fairly routine — headaches, stomachaches, nausea or fatigue -- which they interpret as signs of serious illness. The disorder presents conditions in which individuals experience physical symptoms that are not fully explained by the presence of a general medical condition after standard-of-care evaluations and diagnostic tests. Dr. Thompson joins the show to provide a brief overview of the signs and sym...
Research Underway to Tailor Therapies for Acute Myeloid Leukemia
September 25, 2018 13:00 - 4.56 MBTodd Druley, MD, PhD, discusses the latest research underway to tailor therapies for Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and how advancements and innovations in treatment have lead to the Hyundai Hope on Wheels Quantum Award.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) in Adolescents
August 30, 2018 13:00 - 13.2 MBWorking closely with referring physicians and other specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital, the specialists with the Program in Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology are able to address the special gynecologic needs of children and adolescents. Holly Hoefgen, MD, Washington University pediatric and adolescent gynecologist at St. Louis Children's Hospital, discusses Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome(PCOS)in Adolescents and when to refer to the specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Medical 3-D Printing Center at St. Louis Children's Hosptial
August 13, 2018 13:00 - 14.7 MBSt. Louis Children's Hospital, one of the premier children's hospitals in the United States, recently opened a new medical 3D printing center at the BJC Institute of Health at Washington University School of Medicine (425 South Euclid Avenue, Suite 4301), located next to St. Louis Children's Hospital (SLCH) in the Central West End. St. Louis Children's Hospital Foundation provided the funds. Located at the BJC Institute of Health on the Washington University medical campus, the Medical 3D Pr...
Differences in Sex Development (DSD, or "Intersex") Clinic
July 19, 2018 13:00 - 20.3 MBThe multidisciplinary team at St Louis Children's Hospital offers expertise in diagnosing and treating disorders of sex development. Christopher Lewis, MD, and Abby Hollander, MD, join the show in a panel discussion on the Differences in Sex Development (DSD, or "Intersex") Clinic at St. Louis Children's Hospital, and when to refer to a specialist.
Hope for Fertility Preservation for Pediatric Cancer Patients
July 05, 2018 18:39 - 22.1 MBAs the number of pediatric cancer survivors continues to grow as treatments become more effective, considerations regarding the long-term effects of therapy have become more important—though the effects may be unpredictable. Dr. Holly Hoefgen joins the show to discuss how fertility preservation offers young cancer survivors options to have children in the future.
The Current State of Diabetes in the Pediatric Population
June 18, 2018 22:20 - 11.5 MBType 2 diabetes was once considered a rare condition in the pediatric population, now however it accounts for about 15% to 45% of all newly diagnosed cases of diabetes in children and teenagers. The Diabetes Program at St. Louis Children's Hospital provides patients and their families a comprehensive approach to diabetes treatment for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. Our mission is to provide patient care, teaching and research in all aspects of pediatric diabetes – from infants to young adu...
EpicCare Link: Connecting Physicians to Patient Information in One EHR
May 13, 2018 16:26 - 12.7 MBOn June 2, St. Louis Children’s Hospital will launch Epic, a leading electronic health records (EHR) system, in which all of a patient's information appear on a single electronic medical record and the patient can access that record securely online. EpicCare Link is Epic’s web-based application for connecting BJC/St. Louis Children’s Hospital patient information with community physicians and care givers. It provides community users secure access to select patient information in Epic. Dr. Lo...
Available Now: Pediatric Psychiatry Telephone Consultation
April 29, 2018 15:40 - 14.1 MBThe Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Center at St. Louis Children's Hospital specializes in the diagnosis and the treatment of disorders of emotion, cognition and/or behavior affecting children from infancy to age 21. With our telephone consultation service, primary care providers seeking advice in the management of acute and chronic pediatric behavioral health disorders have direct access to speak with a Washington University pediatric psychiatrist by calling Children's Direct at 800.678.HEL...
Understanding and Diagnosing Growth Plate Fractures in Young Athletes
April 18, 2018 20:56 - 11 MBAs participation of children and adolescents in organized sports continues to rise, so do concerns about the risk and severity of injury to a child’s growing body. Sudden and gradual onset physical injury is unique to the pediatric population and, if not treated properly, can lead to permanent problems with the bone and with growth. Charles Goldfarb, MD, shares how growth plate fractures are diagnosed, treated, and when to refer to a specialist.
Children’s Expands Services Within Community
April 09, 2018 22:39 - 22.6 MBFrom technology and innovation, to changing demographics and new regulations, the healthcare landscape is in a near constant state of reinvention. Staying at the forefront of patient care means adapting to differing methods by which patients and families receive this care. Mark Lowe, MD, PhD, and Michele McKee discuss how at St. Louis Children’s this means improving and creating new access points to meet the changing needs of the communities we serve.
Pediatric Acute Wound Services (PAWS)
April 08, 2018 17:47 - 13.4 MBBrad Warner, MD, surgeon-in-chief at St. Louis Children's Hospital and division director of pediatric surgery at Washington University School of Medicine, is here to discuss The Pediatric Acute Wound Service Program (PAWS) at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. He also shares how it offers a program where staff specially trained in burn and wound care provide care to children in the hospital and to outpatients.
The Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
March 26, 2018 18:00 - 14.1 MBSwitching gender roles and occasionally pretending to be the opposite sex is common in young children. But for some kids, they feel certain they were born with the wrong bodies. For these kids and their families, access to individualized treatment can be hard to find. Christopher Lewis MD, discusses The Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and how it offers the only multidisciplinary care available to children and adolescents in the St. Louis region who...
Diagnosing ADHD
March 14, 2018 20:30 - 17.1 MBADHD is the most commonly diagnosed behavior disorder of childhood. Mini Tandon, DO, discusses diagnosing ADHD, advancements and innovations in treatment, WUSM studies taking place, and when to refer to a specialist.
Excessive Screen Time for Kids
March 01, 2018 22:39 - 19.1 MBTimes have changed. Instead of hanging out with friends or playing outside, kids may prefer to stay at home, glued to the computer screen. While parents might think these activities are risk-free because their child is safe in the comforts of their own home, there are some cautions they need to keep in mind. T. Eric Spiegel, MD, discusses screen time for kids, the updated recommendations from the AAP and how pediatricians and parents can work together to combat excessive screen time.
Autoimmune Encephalitis
February 26, 2018 14:00 - 21.9 MBThe key to treating encephalitis is early detection and treatment. A child with encephalitis requires immediate hospitalization and close monitoring. Sometimes, depending on what doctors think the specific cause of the encephalitis is, certain medications can be used to fight infections that may cause it. In this podcast, Dr. Stuart Tomko, MD, Washington University pediatric neurologist at St. Louis Children's Hospital, discusses Autoimmune Encephalitis and when to refer to a specialist.
Talking to Kids About Traumatic Events
February 18, 2018 16:21 - 19.8 MBMany children in schools across the country have now heard about the tragic events that happened in Parkland, FL. As a result, they may struggle with their own feelings of fear, confusion and uncertainty. In this very important podcast, Suzanne Thompson, PhD discusses how to talk to kids about traumatic events that they see in the media, mental health issues in light of the Florida shooting, and resources available for parents and physicians at St. Louis Children's Hospital. Tune in to thi...
Best Practices on Infant Sleep Safety
January 29, 2018 14:00 - 22.4 MBIn 1992, the AAP began recommending babies sleep on their backs to prevent suffocation and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Since this recommendation, the number of infant deaths has dropped more than 50 percent in the United States. Yet the number of infant deaths from suffocation or entrapment during sleep has increased. Since 2005, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has made several changes to its recommendations for safe sleep. Recently, the AAP issued more specific recommenda...
Flu Fears and Facts: An Update on This Year’s Intense Flu Season
January 27, 2018 23:46 - 18 MBInfluenza is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this year’s flu season is looking worse than expected and early indications suggest that it may be more severe than previous seasons. In this very important podcast, Fahd Ahmad, MD, discusses what makes this year's flu so different from past seasons, and when to refer to a specialist.
Coming Back From ACL Injury
January 15, 2018 14:00 - 11.1 MBHaving an ACL tear can be hard on a young athlete. Recent studies estimate that nearly 250,000 ACL injuries occur annually in the United States. If reconstruction is indicated, a reconstructed ACL is as strong and sometimes even stronger than the original anterior cruciate ligament. But some of the risk factors, including movement patterns, that caused the original injury are still present, and for that reason a thorough rehab program is vital after surgery. Here to discuss recovery from ACL...
Understanding Moymoya Disease in Children
January 08, 2018 14:00 - 11 MBMoyamoya is a disease of abnormal blood vessels in the brain that can occur in children. It leads to narrowing and blood clot formation that prevents the brain from getting enough blood. Without treatment, Moyamoya can cause strokes or bleeding into the brain. St. Louis Children's Hospital has a multidisciplinary team of pediatric neurosurgeons, neurologists, pediatricians, neuroradiologists, anesthesiologists, and physicians who work together to protect the brains and development of childre...
Short Bowel Syndrome
January 01, 2018 14:00 - 11.7 MBShort gut syndrome, also known as short bowel syndrome, occurs when the body does not properly absorb and digest food normally because a large length of the small intestine is missing or non-functional. This can be due to a birth defect or surgical removal. People with short gut syndrome cannot absorb enough water, vitamins, and other nutrients from food to thrive and grow. Here to discuss Short Bowel Syndrome and when to refer, is Brad Warner, MD. He is a Washington University pediatric ge...
Navigating the St. Louis Children’s Hospital Campus Expansion
November 19, 2017 22:18 - 11.4 MBCampus Renewal is a long-term project to transform the medical center through new construction and renovations, creating an environment and experience for patients and their families that matches the excellence in medical care they expect. Joining the show to discuss the exciting hospital campus expansion at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and how it will impact our referring physicians and the community, is F. Sessions Cole, MD. He is the director of newborn medicine and Chief Medical office...
St. Louis Children’s Hospital After Hours Clinic
November 13, 2017 20:00 - 8.34 MBIntroducing St. Louis Children’s Hospital After Hours – providing medical care for illnesses and injuries by specially-trained pediatric providers. When most pediatrician offices are closed, After Hours offers a kid-focused and lower cost alternative to ERs and urgent care centers. Listen in as Beth Schickler talks about how our newest offsite facility provides quality after-hours care with seamless follow up with the patient's primary care provider.
Pediatric Anesthesiology: Frequently Asked Questions
October 30, 2017 19:00 - 7.95 MBThe anesthesiologists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital provide care for children of all ages. Our team includes board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists, certified nurse anesthetists, nurse practitioners and pediatric anesthesia fellows. In the segment, Dr Thomas Cox discusses pediatric anesthesiology and the most common questions parents ask regarding anesthesia.
Abnormal Liver Labs in Children
October 23, 2017 19:00 - 14 MBIn this segment, Yumirle (Yumi) Turmelle, MD, joins the show to discuss the possible causes and treatment options for abnormal liver labs in children and when to refer to a specialist.
Treatment Options for Clubfoot
October 16, 2017 19:00 - 8.66 MBAbout one baby in every 1,000 in the United States is born with clubfoot. Almost half of those babies have bilateral clubfoot where both feet have the deformity. The wonderful news is that there is a non-surgical treatment that, with rare exceptions, can correct clubfoot and help children live normal lives. Clubfoot requires a proper medical evaluation and will not resolve on its own. In this segment, Dr. Matthew Dobbs joins the show to discuss treatment options for club foot available at S...
The Risks of Anesthetic Neurotoxicity in Infants and Children
October 09, 2017 19:00 - 9.46 MBIn December 2012, SmartTots released its first Consensus Statement on the Use of Anesthetics and Sedatives in Children. Its purpose was to provide guidance to health care providers and parents with regard to research findings that suggest anesthetics may be harmful to the developing brain. SmartTots has now updated the statement in light of recent research. The results of these research studies demonstrate that exposure to some anesthetics and sedatives can cause memory and learning difficul...
Preparing for Flu Season
October 02, 2017 19:00 - 6.07 MBWe are heading into flu season, so it is time for pediatric offices to get prepared! Certain populations are at a higher risk of having serious flu-related complications, including pregnant women, children younger than 5 years old, children with chronic medical conditions and anyone who lives with any of the above mentioned populations. In this important segment, Dr. Rachel Orscheln discusses this year's flu vaccine, the latest recommendations on the nasal spray and educating patients on the...
Late Side Effects from Chemotherapy
September 25, 2017 19:00 - 8.85 MBChildhood cancer survival is one of the greatest success stories of medicine in recent years. Since the 1970's, the cure rate and number of survivors has grown dramatically. As the number of survivors of childhood cancer continues to grow, so does knowledge of the late effects of cancer treatment. More than two-thirds of young adult survivors of childhood cancer eventually experience at least one "late effect," with some survivors experiencing more. Late effects can occur in any organ or sys...
CAR-T Cell Therapy at Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
September 18, 2017 19:00 - 12.7 MBAccording to the National Cancer Institute, the foundations of cancer treatment have typically been surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Now, however, immunotherapy has become what many in the cancer community now call the "fifth pillar" of cancer treatment. One that is emerging onto the scene is an approach called adoptive cell transfer (ACT), collecting and using patients' own immune cells to treat their cancer. There are several types of ACT, but the one that seems to be closest ...
Pediatric Cancer Predisposition Program at Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital
September 11, 2017 19:00 - 10.1 MBThirty percent of the approximately 12,500 children diagnosed with cancer each year may have a genetic cause for their disease. A promising area of research in childhood cancer is genomic medicine, in which the genes of children with certain cancer diagnoses are closely examined. Advances in this field have shown that certain childhood cancers are related to specific genetic variations. Some of these same genetic changes may also cause other physical or developmental differences, and when gr...
Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital: New Advancements in Pediatric Oncology Therapy
September 04, 2017 19:00 - 7.11 MBSt. Louis Children's Hospital? (SLCH) and Siteman Cancer? Center have joined forces ?against pediatric cancer by ?establishing "Siteman Kids at? St. Louis Children's Hospital. ? The partnership is focused? on caring for children and? adolescents with cancer, using the latest, most effective treatments, in a setting that's specifically geared to younger patients and their families. In this segment, Dr. Bob Hayashi discusses Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital and the exciting new a...
Caring for a Patient with a Kidney Transplant
August 28, 2017 18:00 - 11 MBThe outlook for pediatric kidney transplant has dramatically improved during the last two decades and continues to improve in part due to the surgical techniques developed and ongoing research at Washington University School of Medicine. An early pioneer in pediatric kidney transplant, St. Louis Children's Hospital remains a leader in the field, achieving a graft and patient survival rate well above the national average over the past decade. In this segment, Dr. Vikas Dharnidharka discusses...
Torticollis (Wry Neck or Loxia)
August 21, 2017 19:00 - 8.06 MBThe Torticollis Clinic at St. Louis Children's Hospital provides treatment for mild to severe cases of congenital (present at birth) muscular torticollis. This condition results when an infant's neck muscle is shortened, causing the neck to twist. Although some extremely mild cases may resolve on their own, most need some type of treatment. In this segment, Dr Matthew Dobbs, a Washington University pediatric orthopedic surgeon at St. Louis Children's Hospital, discusses Torticollis (Wry Neck...
Autism Intervention
August 14, 2017 19:00 - 11.6 MBAccording to the CDC, autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) now affect approximately 1 in 88 American children. ASDs can have lifelong effects on individual functioning in areas such as learning, relationships, and independence in daily life. In this segment, John Constantino, MD, Washington University pediatric psychiatrist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, discusses the importance of a comprehensive assessment for intervention planning—and describes the next steps in the intervention process i...
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
August 07, 2017 19:00 - 14.4 MBNeonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) is a term for a group of problems a baby experiences when withdrawing from exposure to narcotics. It is estimated that 3 to 50 percent of newborn babies have been exposed to maternal drug use, depending on the population and area of the country. In this segment, Dr Steve Liao, MD, Washington University Neonatal-Perinatal medicine physician at St. Louis Children's Hospital, discusses NAS and when a pediatrician should refer to a specialist.
Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
July 31, 2017 19:00 - 15.2 MBIn response to a growing patient population, the newly-established Washington University Transgender Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital provides care to kids and adolescents who identify as a gender different from the sex they were assigned at birth. Listen in as Christopher Lewis, MD, & Sarah Garwood, MD discuss the cultural shift that has catapulted the need for these services.
Treatment for Vascular Ring
July 24, 2017 19:00 - 13.5 MBVascular ring refers to a group of abnormalities of the aorta and its branches. It can cause breathing problems and feeding problems in infants and children. In this segment, Peter Manning,MD, discusses vascular ring and the new advancements, technology and research being done to improve treatment outcomes.
Fertility Preservation for Pediatric Cancer Patients
July 17, 2017 19:00 - 14.8 MBAccording to the NIH, the number of pediatric cancer survivors is growing rapidly as treatments become more effective. However, many current regimens can cause gonadotoxicity and permanent infertility, significantly impacting quality of life of these patients. Numerous treatment options are already available to prevent infertility in patients at risk. In this segment, Dr. Kenan Omurtag, and Dr. Emily Jungheim, both Washington University reproductive endocrinologists and infertility specialis...
Injury Prevention In Youth Athletes
July 10, 2017 19:00 - 10.3 MBFor young athletes, coaches and parents, the beginning of various sports seasons means young athletes of all ages face the challenges of injuries that range from sprains, cuts and bruises on up to more serious problems. This year there's also a new state law in Missouri aimed at protecting student athletes from concussions. Jeffrey Nepple, MD joins the show to help pediatricians, coaches and school personnel take the steps necessary to keep kids on the field and healthy when they play sports.