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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Neurofibromatosis: Research and Clinical Care
July 03, 2017 19:00 - 9.63 MBThe Neurofibromatosis Comprehensive Care Team at St. Louis Children's Hospital provides detailed patient assessments and works with referring physicians, allied health professionals and agencies to deliver state-of-the-art medical services both locally and nationally. Neurofibromatosis affects different people in different ways. As a team, we work with our patients and their families to care for the whole person. To do so, all team members at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington Uni...
The Female Athlete Triad
June 26, 2017 19:00 - 7.21 MBEating less to lose weight or play better can lead to big problems for girls who play sports. If young female athletes don’t get enough calories to make up for what they burn during practices and games, they might miss their periods and have weak bones. The combination of a poor diet, periods that aren’t regular and weak bones is called the female athlete triad. In this segment, Terra Blatnik, MD discusses the symptoms of the female athlete triad, how it can cause health issues later in life...
Infectious Diseases in Children
June 19, 2017 19:00 - 10.8 MBAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), infectious disease are caused by pathogenic microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, parasites, or fungi) that spread directly or indirectly from one person to another. The most common infectious diseases are the common cold, flu, strep throat, the stomach flu, and urinary tract infection (UTI). Depending on the type of infectious disease you might in contact with, the symptoms can vary. For example, symptoms for the common cold include: runny or ...
New Peanut Allergy Protocols
June 12, 2017 19:00 - 12 MBOn Jan. 5, an expert panel sponsored by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), issued new clinical guidelines regarding the prevention of peanut allergies in children. The guidelines are based on groundbreaking studies conducted in recent years. The panel issued three separate recommendations determined by the level of risk babies have for developing a peanut allergy. In this segment, Dr. Avraham (Avi) Beigelman, ...
St. Louis Children’s Hospital International Travel Clinic
June 05, 2017 19:00 - 10.2 MBAre you planning to travel overseas? Then St. Louis Children's Hospital Travel Clinic should be one of the first stops on your itinerary. Whether you're traveling for work, leisure, volunteering or studying abroad, it's important to see a specialist that will help you plan for a safer, healthier international trip. Why is it so important to consult with a specialist prior to traveling overseas? Listen in as Rachel Orscheln, MD shares the most common infectious diseases, why you should cons...
Idiopathic Scoliosis in Children
May 29, 2017 13:00 - 9.52 MBA normal spine, when viewed from behind, appears straight. However, a spine affected by scoliosis shows evidence of a lateral, or side-by-side curvature, with the spine looking like an "S" or "C" and a rotation of the back bones (vertebrae), giving the appearance that the person is leaning to one side. The Scoliosis Research Society defines scoliosis as a curvature of the spine measuring 10 degrees or greater. In over 80 percent of cases, the cause of scoliosis is unknown — a condition calle...
Nevi (moles) and Melanoma
May 22, 2017 19:00 - 8.48 MBIn the US alone, more than 2 million Americans will be diagnosed in 2010 with nonmelanoma skin cancer, and 68,130 will be diagnosed with melanoma, according to the American Cancer Society. Fortunately, skin cancers (basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma) are rare in children. When melanomas occur, they usually arise from pigmented nevi (moles) that are large (diameter greater than 6 mm), asymmetric, with irregular borders and coloration. Bleeding, itching, and a lump...
Recognizing the Signs of a Concussion
May 15, 2017 18:00 - 11.4 MBBetween 1997-2007, the number of emergency room visits for concussions doubled in children ages 8-13 who play organized sports. Part of the reason is greater awareness, according to Mark E. Halstead, MD, pediatric orthopedic surgeon at St. Louis Children's Hospital and assistant professor of orthopedic surgery and of pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine. In this segment, Dr. Halstead, shares information for pediatricians on recognizing the signs of a concussion, the approp...
Low Hemoglobin in Children
May 08, 2017 13:00 - 10.3 MBIn this segment, Frederick S. Huang, MD, Washington University pediatric oncologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, discusses low Hemoglobin, treatment options and when to refer to a specialist.
Pediatric Stroke
May 01, 2017 14:30 - 8.9 MBStroke in children tend to have different causes than in adults. The most common cause of stroke in a child is a heart problem. Other causes for children include sickle cell disease (a type of blood disease passed down through families), infection, trauma, dehydration, blood clotting problems, and birth defects. In many cases, however, no cause can be found. While strokes in children can be devastating, children appear to have a better ability to heal because of the greater flexibility and ...
Physical Child Abuse
April 24, 2017 19:00 - 13 MBAn estimated one-and-a-half to two million children are abused and/or neglected in the United States each year. Approximately 3,000 children die each year at the hands of a caretaker. Adrienne Atzemis, MD discusses the warning signs of child abuse, how the protection program at St. Louis can help child abuse victims, and when a pediatrician should refer to St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Problematic Menstrual Periods in Adolescence
April 17, 2017 19:00 - 10.2 MBAdolescence is a time of many changes. As girls grow into young women and become physically and sexually mature, they need additional care from health care providers. What is the typical age and progression of puberty, how do cycles regulate over time, are monthly menstrual periods are a sign of health? Listen as Diane Merritt, MD discusses the importance of clinicians having an understanding of bleeding patterns in girls and adolescents, the ability to differentiate between normal and abnor...
Sexual Abuse Management at St. Louis Children's Hospital
April 10, 2017 16:55 - 12.4 MBIt is hard to imagine that an estimated six million children are abused and neglected in the United States each year. These shocking statistics include different forms of maltreatment, ranging from physical, verbal, emotional and sexual abuse to physical neglect and medical neglect. The Child Protection Program (CCP) at St. Louis Children's Hospital is a professional hospital-based program that provides clinical services and training. The program is staffed by pediatricians, pediatric nurse ...
Chronic Pain in Children
March 06, 2017 20:09 - 9.46 MBThe Pain Management Clinic at St. Louis Children's Hospital (SLCH) provides evaluation, treatment, education and support for pediatric patients experiencing either acute or chronic pain. It is the only clinic in the region offering these specialized services through providers with particular training in helping children deal with pain. In this segment, Jacob Aubuchon, MD, Washington University pediatric anesthesiologist and director of the Pain Management Clinic at St. Louis Children's Hospi...
Neurofibromatosis Type 1
March 05, 2017 21:11 - 10.1 MBNeurofibromatosis (NF) is a set of complex genetic disorders that can affect almost every organ system, causing a predisposition for tumors to grow on nerves in the brain and throughout the body. Listen as Stephanie Morris, MD explains that while there is no cure for NF1, research throughout the world is providing hope that new treatments and management strategies will eventually transform the practice of medicine for people affected with NF1. The Neurofibromatosis Comprehensive Care Team ...
Evaluation and Treatment of Autism in the Setting of Language Delay in Early Childhood
March 01, 2017 22:12 - 10.8 MBThe standardized guidelines developed for the diagnosis of autism actually involve two levels of screening for autism. Level one screening, which should be performed for all children seeing a doctor for well-child checkups during their first two years of life. The second level of screening should be performed if a child is identified in the first level of screening as developmentally delayed. It is common for children on the spectrum to have delayed speech development. Listen as John Cons...
Pediatric Craniosynostosis: Abnormal Head Shape in Infants
March 01, 2017 21:15 - 9.23 MBAbout 1 in 2,000 babies is affected by craniosynostosis, in which the sutures of the skull bones close too early. This leads to an abnormally shaped head not related to external factors. Craniosynostosis can be hereditary and accompany other congenital defects or occur randomly in otherwise healthy children with normal intelligence. Listen as Kamlesh Patel, MD, Washington University pediatric plastic and reconstructive surgeon at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, explains how this condition is...
Cleft Lip and Palate
February 26, 2017 19:24 - 9.98 MBIn the United States, nearly 6,800 babies are born with oral-facial clefts annually. The Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Institute at St. Louis Children's Hospital, established in 1978 as part of the Division of Plastic Surgery, is the largest and oldest center of its kind in the Midwest. The team has treated more than 4,000 patients with cleft lip and palate, and another 2,800 with major craniofacial anomalies. In this segment, Alison Snyder-Warwick, MD discusses cleft lip and palate in chil...
Evaluation of Pediatric Syncope ( Fainting)
February 19, 2017 20:35 - 10.4 MBSyncope is a temporary loss of consciousness and muscle tone caused by inadequate blood supply to the brain. Syncope is sometimes also called fainting. Syncope accounts for 1 percent to 3 percent of emergency room visits and 6 percent of hospital admissions, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians. However, many different problems can cause a decrease in blood flow to the brain. Listen as Aarti Dalal, DO discusses symptoms, warning signs and how to treat and evaluate pediatr...
Heart Murmurs in The Pediatric Population
February 07, 2017 01:19 - 14.5 MBParents may certainly worry if they're told that their child has a heart murmur. Not all heart murmurs are symptoms of heart disease. Sometimes, a murmur may be heard in a normal child who has a fever or who is anemic; these murmurs often go away when the underlying problem is treated. Busy clinicians need an approach that allows them to appropriately identify and refer patients with pathologic murmurs to a pediatric cardiologist. In this segment Georgeann Groh, MD., Washington University...
Pediatric Heart Palpitations
February 05, 2017 20:18 - 8.22 MBIf children or adolescents present complaining of heart palpitations, it can difficult for the pediatrician to diagnose as a child may have difficulty putting into words what he or she is feeling during a heart palpitation. Listen as Jennifer Silva, MD, a Washington University Pediatric Cardiologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, discusses pediatric heart palpitations and when to refer to a pediatric cardiologist.
Newborn Screening for Congenital Heart Disease.
January 31, 2017 00:34 - 8.86 MBAccording to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 18 out of every 10,000 babies are born with a critical congenital heart defect (CCHD). CCHD is life threatening and requires intervention in infancy. However, CCHD is not always detected prenatally or upon exam in the nursery. As a result, some infants with CCHD are discharged from the nursery to home, where they may quickly decompensate. To improve the early detection of CCHD, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) re...