Authors


Susan L Fong, MD, PhD

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Cannabinoids as future treatment for epilepsy

Scientific evidence supporting the efficacy and safety of adjuvant cannabidiol use for specific pediatric seizures is accumulating, but long-term effects of use are still unknown.


Eric H Kossoff, MD

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Infantile spasms: A frontline guide for pediatricians

Delaying diagnosis and treatment for this early childhood disorder can lead to worse outcomes, so early recognition is crucial.


Allen F Browne, MD, FACS, FAAP

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Two views of treating obesity in childhood

Two pediatricians discuss the 10 commandments of obesity prevention for children and where the focus for treating obesity in childhood should be.


Amy H Huang, BA, MS4

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Girl’s hands shrivel when exposed to water

A 16-year-old girl presents to the clinic for acne follow-up and mentions that her palms wrinkle significantly after only a few minutes of immersion in water. She is otherwise well and has no significant past medical history.


Gabrielle Karpinsky, MD

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Infant resists moving right shoulder or elbow

An 11-day-old, full-term male presents to the emergency department (ED) with a 2-day history of decreased range of motion of his right upper extremity.


Melissa February, MD

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Infant resists moving right shoulder or elbow

An 11-day-old, full-term male presents to the emergency department (ED) with a 2-day history of decreased range of motion of his right upper extremity.


Gena Schubert, D.O.

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Infant resists moving right shoulder or elbow

An 11-day-old, full-term male presents to the emergency department (ED) with a 2-day history of decreased range of motion of his right upper extremity.


Joseph Grant Cramer, MD, FAAP

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Attachment is the key to parent-child relationships

One physician’s personal agenda is to help parents understand how their own history of dealing with stress affects how they bond with their child.


Aaron Samide, MD

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Streaky pigmentation suggests larger issues

The parents of a 2-month-old boy return to the office for a well-child visit. The infant has a history of hypotonia and poor head control but is growing normally. His parents noted streaky patterns of hypopigmentation over his trunk and extremities shortly after birth and felt they were likely just “birthmarks.”


Melissa Brinn, MD, FAAP

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Streaky pigmentation suggests larger issues

The parents of a 2-month-old boy return to the office for a well-child visit. The infant has a history of hypotonia and poor head control but is growing normally. His parents noted streaky patterns of hypopigmentation over his trunk and extremities shortly after birth and felt they were likely just “birthmarks.”


Taryn Anne Hill, MD, MED, FAAP

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Streaky pigmentation suggests larger issues

The parents of a 2-month-old boy return to the office for a well-child visit. The infant has a history of hypotonia and poor head control but is growing normally. His parents noted streaky patterns of hypopigmentation over his trunk and extremities shortly after birth and felt they were likely just “birthmarks.”


Toni Whitaker, MD, FAAP

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Jennifer Zubler, MD, FAAP

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Marian Earls, MD, MTS, FAAP

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Mary Beth Miotto, MD, FAAP

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Linda Radecki, MS

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Elissa Z Faro, PhD

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Krysta Gerndt, MPH

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9 ways to improve developmental screening referrals

When improving the developmental screening process in a practice, a key area to focus on is improving the referral process. Here are 9 tips to ensure the referral process is effective. 


Sarah S Cole, MD, MAJ, USA, MC

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Left lower quadrant abdominal pain, vomiting

A 4-year-old girl presents to the emergency department (ED) with a 12-hour history of progressively worsening episodic left lower quadrant (LLQ) abdominal pain and nonbilious emesis. There was no history of fever, diarrhea, hematochezia, constipation, or dysuria. The child was previously healthy, did not take any medications, and had no history of prior surgery.


Andrew G Percy, MD

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CAR T-cell therapy in pediatrics

Recent developments in chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy have shown promise in treating relapsed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children.


Stacy L Cooper, MD

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CAR T-cell therapy in pediatrics

Recent developments in chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy have shown promise in treating relapsed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children.


Nicole M Arwood, PharmD, BCPPS

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CAR T-cell therapy in pediatrics

Recent developments in chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy have shown promise in treating relapsed B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia in children.


Michelle Dalal, MD

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Pediatric oral health: Fluoride use recommendations

The second part of this article on integrating oral health into primary pediatric care discusses the important role of fluoride and fluoride varnish application for preventing dental caries in children.


Melinda Clark, MD

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Pediatric oral health: Fluoride use recommendations

The second part of this article on integrating oral health into primary pediatric care discusses the important role of fluoride and fluoride varnish application for preventing dental caries in children.


Rocio B Quiñonez, DMD, MS, MPH

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Pediatric oral health: Fluoride use recommendations

The second part of this article on integrating oral health into primary pediatric care discusses the important role of fluoride and fluoride varnish application for preventing dental caries in children.


Megan H Pesch, MD, MS

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Baby-led weaning: Best practices

Baby-led weaning (BLW) is an alternate way to introduce infants to new foods at a developmentally appropriate age. Following some best practices can help ensure that BLW is a rewarding experience for parent and child.


Sarah P Shubeck, MD, MS, CLC

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Baby-led weaning: Best practices

Baby-led weaning (BLW) is an alternate way to introduce infants to new foods at a developmentally appropriate age. Following some best practices can help ensure that BLW is a rewarding experience for parent and child.


Heather Burrows, MD, PhD

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Baby-led weaning: Best practices

Baby-led weaning (BLW) is an alternate way to introduce infants to new foods at a developmentally appropriate age. Following some best practices can help ensure that BLW is a rewarding experience for parent and child.


Ankur K Shah, MD, PhD

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Child with a history of multiple fractures

The patient, an 8-year-old male who recently immigrated to the United States from El Salvador, initially presented to the emergency department (ED) for a cough. The next day, he went to the general pediatrics clinic for follow-up and was noted to have a significant history of recurrent fractures.


Emily C King, MD, MS

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Child with a history of multiple fractures

The patient, an 8-year-old male who recently immigrated to the United States from El Salvador, initially presented to the emergency department (ED) for a cough. The next day, he went to the general pediatrics clinic for follow-up and was noted to have a significant history of recurrent fractures.

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