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Genetic Diseases 1: Autosomal dominant inheritance Oct 13, 2022

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This video discusses long QT syndrome as an example to discuss medical conditions that are inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion. This is the first video in a 3-video series on Genetic Diseases. It was created by Dr. Rozlyn Boutin, a resident at British Columbia's Children's Hospital in Vancouver, BC, Canada in collaboration with Dr. Caitlin Chang, a medical geneticist at BC Children's.

Genetic Diseases 1: Autosomal dominant inheritance Oct 13, 2022

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This podcast discusses long QT syndrome as an example to discuss medical conditions that are inherited in an autosomal dominant fashion. This is the first video in a 3-podcast series on Genetic Diseases. It was created by Dr. Rozlyn Boutin, a resident at British Columbia's Children's Hospital in Vancouver, BC, Canada in collaboration with Dr. Caitlin Chang, a medical geneticist at BC Children's.

Traumatic head injury due to child mistreatment Sep 11, 2022

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This podcast reviews an approach to traumatic head injury due to child mistreatment. This episode will discuss relevant biomechanics, pathophysiology, features on history, physical examination findings, investigations and approach to management. This podcast was developed by Ojas Srivastava, a medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with pediatrician Dr. Melanie Lewis and retinal specialist Dr. Matthew Tennant also from the University of Alberta.

Maple Syrup Urine Disease Sep 04, 2022

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This podcast will provide listeners with an understanding of Maple Syrup Urine Disease, its clinical signs and symptoms, and management. This podcast was developed by fourth year medical student Angela Messer in collaboration with Dr. Shailly Jain, an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics at the University of Alberta.

Approach to Prematurity – Part II - Initial stabilization and Short-Term Complications of Prematurity Aug 10, 2022

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This is the second part of a two-part video on approach to prematurity. If you have not already, please check out part one of this podcast that discusses an overview of prematurity. This podcast will be focusing on the initial stabilization of a premature infant, as well as providing the learner with a systems-based approach to managing common short-term complications associated with prematurity.

This video and podcast were developed by Jhanahan Sriranjan, a medical student at Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University, with the support of Dr. Kristin Inch, a pediatrician at the Special Care Nursery at St. Joseph's Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario.

Pediatric Ptosis Aug 08, 2022

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This podcast covers an approach to pediatric ptosis. It was developed by Arshdeep Singh Marwaha, a 3rd year medical student at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, BC along with Dr. Jane Gardiner, a pediatric ophthalmologist at the University of British Columbia.

Peripheral IV Infiltration and Extravasation (PIVIE) Injuries Aug 05, 2022

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This podcast will discuss peripheral IV infiltration and extravasation injuries (PIVIE). By the end of this podcast, learners should be able to recognize the risks of PIVIE injuries in the pediatric population, distinguish between an extravasation injury and an infiltration injury, and develop an appropriate management plan for different types of PIVIE injuries. It was developed by Alexander Perry, a medical student at the University of Alberta in collaboration with Dr. Courtney Wilkes, Dr. Jaret Olson, and Dr. Chris Novak.

Pediatric Psychiatric Histroy and MSE Jul 07, 2022

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This podcast presents an approach to a paediatric psychiatric history and mental status exam. In this podcast, we will walk through an approach that you can apply in different clinical settings such as a primary care clinic, community pediatric office or emergency department. This podcast was developed by Annabelle Wong, a medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Heidi Wilkes, a consulting psychiatrist at the Stollery Children's Hospital.

Approach to Shoulder Pain Jul 03, 2022

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This podcast covers an approach to the diagnosis and management of pediatric sports injuries of the shoulder. It was produced by Cassie Walmsley, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta in collaboration with Dr. Erika Persson, a Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist at the University of Alberta.

Gross Motor Delay Jun 27, 2022

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This podcast will discuss gross motor delay. By the end of this podcast, learners should be able to recognize normal motor developmental milestones in children, develop a differential diagnosis, identify key tests and investigations to clarify the etiology and discuss the management options for gross motor delay. It was developed by Devika Singh, a second-year medical student at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine at McMaster University, in collaboration with Dr. Lyn Sonnenberg, a Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician at the University of Alberta, where she is also the Associate Dean of Educational Innovation & Academic Technologies.