PedsCases: Pediatric Education Online

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Retinopathy of Prematurity Oct 02, 2020

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This podcast presents an approach to the management of retinopathy of prematurity. In this episode, listeners will learn about the diagnosis and classification of retinopathy based on severity and location, as well as an approach for general management and treatment options. The podcast was developed by Scarlett Olejnik, a medical student at the Medical University of Lodz in Poland, with the help of Dr. Marc-Antoine Landry, a neonatologist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton.

Abdominal Wall Defects in the Newborn Sep 25, 2020

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This podcast will review the clinical features and management of abdominal wall defects (umbilical hernia, omphalocele, and gastroschisis) in fetuses and newborns. It was developed by Zachary Rumlow, a fourth-year medical student at Rocky Vista University, in collaboration with Dr. Paul Dube (Rocky Vista University) and Dr. Melanie Lewis (University of Alberta).

Approach to Pediatric Lymphoma Sep 11, 2020

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This podcast presents an approach to the clinical aspects of pediatric lymphoma. In this podcast, listeners will learn to define Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphoma, gain insight into the epidemiology and prognosis of pediatric lymphoma, recognize the presentation of pediatric lymphoma, and discuss the treatment of pediatric lymphoma.

Congenital Syphilis Sep 04, 2020

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This podcast covers congenital syphilis covers congenital syphilis, including epidemiology, pathophysiology, impacts on mothers and infants, prenatal screening, bloodwork and follow-up for infants exposed in utero. This podcast was developed by Stephanie Unrau, a third year medical student at the University of Alberta with Dr. Joan Robinson, who is a pediatric infectious disease specialist at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

Approach to Birthmarks Aug 19, 2020

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This video podcast presents an approach to the management of birthmarks in children. In this episode, listeners will learn to compare and contrast common birthmarks and pediatric vascular anomalies, and determine which require diagnostic workup. This episode was developed by Aryan Riahi, a medical student at the University of British Columbia, and Dr. Joseph Lam, a pediatric dermatologist at the University of British Columbia.

Congenital Tracheoesophageal Anomalies Aug 10, 2020

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This podcast provides an understanding of congenital tracheoesophageal malformations, including the clinical presentation, physical exam, investigations, management, and complications. It was developed by Shawn Dodd, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, in collaboration with Dr. Bryan Dicken, a pediatric surgeon at the University of Alberta.

Toxic Stress, Resilience and Trauma Informed Care – Promoting Complete Wellness Aug 08, 2020

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This podcast takes us through the basics of trauma informed care, toxic stress, and resiliency in children to help physicians and caregivers develop ways to promote complete wellness and development in children. It was developed by Manisha Bharadia, a third-year medical student at the University of Alberta, and Dr. Mel Lewis, the associate dean of the Office of Advocacy & Wellbeing at the University of Alberta.

Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Pediatric Patient: Part 2 Jul 30, 2020

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This podcast is the second part of a two-part series about sepsis and septic shock in pediatric patients. This episode covers the initial investigations and steps in the management of pediatric sepsis, the priorities and key considerations in the management of pediatric patients with sepsis, and how to identify common sites of infection that may lead to sepsis. This podcast was created by Dan Lafreniere, a research associate in the Department of Pharmacology at Dalhousie University, and Dr. Christian Lehmann, a staff anesthesiologist at the Queen Elizabeth Health Sciences Centre and a professor at Dalhousie University.

Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Pediatric Patient: Part 1 Jul 19, 2020

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The first part of this two-part series should allow you to define and identify the criteria for sepsis and septic shock in children, and identify the investigations and management of the septic pediatric patient.

This podcast was created by Dan Lafreniere, a Research Associate in the Department of Pharmacology at Dalhousie University in Halifax, and Dr. Christian Lehmann, a staff anesthesiologist at the Queen Elizabeth Health Sciences Centre in Halifax and a professor at Dalhousie University with a research focus on sepsis.

Transgender Health: Transitioning with a Focus on Hormone Replacement Therapy Jul 12, 2020

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This podcast on transgender health brings in personal stories and experiences with a focus on hormone replacement therapy. This podcast was developed by Linden, Jenn Bhatla a third year medical student at the University of Alberta, Dr. Simone Lebeuf, an adolescent medicine pediatrician at the Stollery Children's Hospital, and Dr. Jorge Pinzon, an adolescent medicine pediatrician at the Alberta Children's Hospital.