Episode 3 - Down Syndrome Guidelines

In this episode of Everyday Medicine, Dr. Chris Chiu from The Ohio State University interviews Dr. Michael Neiger about the care of adults with Down Syndrome. Dr. Neiger discusses the importance of this topic, highlighting the increased life expectancy of this population and the associated medical challenges. They delve into recent guidelines published in JAMA, specific health concerns such as atlantoaxial instability, celiac disease, obesity, thyroid disease, osteoporosis, and mental health issues. Dr. Neiger also emphasizes the importance of specialized guidelines and resources provided by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. 00:00 Introduction to Everyday Medicine Podcast 00:30 Meet Dr. Michael Neiger 01:02 Care of Adults with Down Syndrome 02:20 New Guidelines for Down Syndrome Care 02:57 Atlantoaxial Instability in Down Syndrome 05:02 Celiac Disease in Down Syndrome 06:02 Obesity and Endocrinological Concerns 09:30 Behavioral and Mental Health 14:25 Cardiovascular Screening and Stroke Prevention 16:26 Conclusion and Resources