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Dr. Buddy Creech of  Vanderbilt teaches us the core signs and symptoms of tick-borne illnesses, the importance of geographic variation in making a diagnosis, why doxycycline is the drug of choice for treatment, and not just what but also why we see lab abnormalities in Ehrlichiosis.

The Curbsiders and Cribsiders are back with a very special Med-Peds collaboration on RSV immunizations! Dr. Buddy Creech, Pediatric Infectious Disease at Vanderbilt, walks us through these breakthrough “vaccines" for both adults and kids. He teaches us about their mechanisms of action, eligibility criteria, and why it’s been so challenging to find doses this season. Get ready for your next shot of fun!

Join us on this eye-opening episode as we explore the predicament of pediatric health in the face of a changing climate. From global changes to the impacts on tiny bodies, we'll delve into the health effects of climate change and opportunities to mitigate its impact. Get ready for a 'temperature checkup' on our planet and discover how we can create a healthier, greener future for the next generation.

Check out this milestone episode as we return to Cystic Fibrosis from a more pediatric perspective! Don’t sweat it as Dr. Ina St. Onge returns to walk us through newborn screening,  early clinic visits, and the nuances of CFTR modulator therapy. 

Get ready for a Nap-tastic episode that will feed your parenting knowledge and potty humor! Join us and expert guest Dr. Tanya Altmann (@DrTanyaAltmann) as we unravel the secrets of infant sleep, tackle the picky eating habits of little ones, and flush out the best tips for stress-free potty training. It's a diaper-changing experience you won't want to miss!

Rapid heart rate at a rapid response? Not to worry, this collaboration with PedsCrit will give you the confidence you need to take step right in. Join Dr. Nada Mallick as she takes us through Part 2 of our Rapid Response Series, highlighting calls for tachycardia in high risk patients!

Rapid heart rate at a rapid response? Not to worry, this collaboration with PedsCrit will give you the confidence you need to take step right in. Join Dr. Nada Mallick as she takes us through Part 1 of our Rapid Response Series, highlighting calls for both respiratory distress and hypotension!

Renowned pediatric nephrologist, Michelle Starr, returns to the podcast to help unravel and simplify the approach to pediatric hyponatremia, providing valuable insights into diagnosis and treatment strategies. Tune in to elevate your salt game to the next level!

Don’t “break out” from the stress of treating acne! In this episode, pediatric dermatologist Dr. Brandi Kenner-Bell teaches us about the age distribution of acne,  practical lifestyle tips to give patients, and how to step up therapy like a pro.

Little league shoulder and gymnast’s wrist are extremely common diagnoses that can profoundly impact your patient’s training. Tune into this episode as Dr. Conde makes a comeback to walk us through the proper diagnosis and treatment of these overuse injuries.

Here, we make complex care a little less complex by reviewing the key elements of history-taking for patients with medical technology. We discuss management of acute clinical presentations and the role of the complex care physician in providing excellent care for this unique patient population. 

Does hearing about your patient’s palpitations give YOU palpitations because you don’t know what to do next? Treat your tachycardia  with this episode of the Cribsiders, as we talk with special guest Dr. Anna Kamp, a pediatric electrophysiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, about her approach to stable arrhythmias in the outpatient setting. We learn about “red flags” in the history and physical exam that warrant immediate referral to cardiology, whether you should order an echo or event monitor before sending a patient to cardiology, and how you can incorporate wearable EKG technology into your practice.