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The Cribsiders
by The Cribsiders
A Pediatric Podcast here to feed pediatric knowledge food to your adult-sized brain hole & provide weight-based dosings of fun.
Episodes
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S8 Ep195: The Protruding Pinna: Pediatric Mastoiditis
This week we take a closer look at the ear-resistible topic of Mastoiditis. Join us and pediatric ENT, Dr. Tali Lando, for an enlightening discussion regarding what exactly the mastoid bone is, how mastoiditis develops, and typical management, including both surgical and non-surgical options. You...
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S8 Ep194: Pee-r Reviewed: New AAP UTI Guidelines!
The latest UTI guidelines are giving pediatric clinicians plenty to think about - and a few things to rethink. Join pediatric hospitalist and guideline author Dr. Brian Alverson for a practical discussion of evaluating and treating UTIs in children from 8 days through 5 years of age. We’ll walk...
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S8 Ep193: How Did That Get There? Foreign Bodies in Pediatric Patients
Kids put everything everywhere. In this episode, we talk with pediatric emergency medicine physician Gabriel Devlin, MD, about the evaluation and management of pediatric foreign body ingestions and insertions from airway foreign bodies and button batteries to magnets, nasal beads, and bugs in the...
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S8 Ep192: Live! The Clot Thickens: DVT and DOACs in Children
Don't let a clot catch you off guard! Recorded live at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Pediatric Grand Rounds, we're joined by Dr. Hope Wilson (UAB) to untangle deep vein thrombosis. Dr. Wilson teaches us which veins actually count as "deep," prescribing DOACs to kids, and how...
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S8 Ep191: Vaccine Preventable Illnesses, TWO
Vaccine preventable illnesses have been on the run since the first smallpox vaccine was administered in 1789, however recent trends in vaccine uptake has led to resurgence of these infectious diseases. Today, each pediatrician must be able to recognize and combat pathogens like Bordetella...
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S8 Ep190: Trust Your Gut: It Might Be FPIES
Trust your gut—it might be FPIES! Pediatric allergist Dr. Jessica Macdougall joins us to break down food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES), from the vomiting infant in the ED to the baby with chronic GI symptoms and poor growth. Learn how to distinguish FPIES from IgE-mediated food...
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S8 Ep189: Let’s Talk About It: Speech & Language Delay
Speech delay got you tongue-tied? We’ve got you covered! Join the Cribsiders and Dr. Lisa Spector as we talk through speech and language milestones, important red flags, and the many factors that can contribute to delayed communication. We discuss why every child with speech or language delay...
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S8 Ep188: On Infantile Spasms and Seizures
Have you ever wondered when exactly you should be getting an EEG to capture an unusual baby movement? Featuring pediatric epileptologist Dr. Eva Catennacio of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, this episode focuses on the intricacies of an infantile spasms syndrome diagnosis. Tune in to…
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S8 Ep187: Weight For It… New Guidelines on Faltering Weight!
Failure to thrive is out, faltering weight is in! Join us as pediatric gastroenterologist and guideline author Dr. Praveen Goday weighs in on the new AAP guideline for faltering weight. Learn how to use z-scores to identify children at risk for malnutrition, when nutritional intervention should...
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S8 Ep186: INTERN BOOTCAMP: The EKG with Mike Fah-EY
Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Mike Fahey returns to teach us about the EKG. In our most ambitious episode yet, we discuss the what, where, why, and how of an EKG on an AUDIO podcast. Learn about how to approach an EKG read, what the electrical signal represents, and common pathologies that present...
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S8 Ep185: INTERN BOOTCAMP: BRUE’s Clues: Understanding Brief Resolved Unexplained Events with Dr. Tieder
Ever wonder whether it’s called “BREW” or “BRU-E”? Dr. Joel Tieder puts an end to this debate and provides other key pearls in risk stratification and workup for the infant who presents with a brief resolved unexplained event. Click here for show notes!
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S8 Ep184: INTERN BOOTCAMP: Infant Nutrition: Digestible Pearls with Dr. Joan Meek, MD
Tie on your bib and get ready for some serious knowledge food about infant nutrition with Dr. Joan Meek! We discuss normal newborn feeding and voiding patterns, the benefits of breastfeeding, and how to counsel families about their options for supplementation. Dr. Meek also tells us about some of...
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S8 Ep183: INTERN BOOTCAMP: Parenting for the Pediatrician Part 1: Infant Sleep, Picky Eating, & Potty Training
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...
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S7 Ep182: INTERN BOOTCAMP: IV Fluids - Salty and Sweet
Come learn about the most prescribed medicine in pediatrics, IV fluids! Dr. Michelle Starr (Indiana) returns to teach us about maintenance fluids, adding electrolytes to fluids, and why Justin shouldn’t worry so much about his medical decision-making. Listen now to find out if you’d like to be a...
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S7 Ep181: INTERN BOOTCAMP: Go with the High Flow: Bronchiolitis with Dr. Brian Alverson
Dive into one of the most common pediatric problems, bronchiolitis, with our guest Dr. Brian Alverson. In this episode, we review the workup of bronchiolitis, including the role of the chest x-ray, RPP, CBC, and more. We also discuss the evidence behind treatments such as albuterol, steroids, and...
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S7 Ep180: INTERN BOOTCAMP: Febrile Infants - When Babies Are Too Hot
Dr. Paul Aronson (Yale) joins the Cribsiders to help interpret the AAP’s new Febrile Infant Guidelines (July 2021) in this jam-packed episode. He teaches us about the new 22-28 day-old group, updated antibiotic recommendations, other major changes in the guidelines, and the evidence behind it…
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S7 Ep179: INTERN BOOTCAMP: New Kids on the Block: Care of the Well Baby in the Newborn Nursery
Kim Schamel, medical director of the Newborn Assessment Nursery at Washington University/St. Louis Children’s Hospital, walks us through newborn nursery 101! She gives pointers for the newborn physical exam, counseling strategies for safe sleep, gives us a framework for evaluating neonatal weight...
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S7 Ep178: Live! Transitions of Care: From Cribsiders to Curbsiders
How long are you planning to see your medically complex teen? 18, 26, 35, or even 60? Recorded live at the 2026 AMPP (Association of Med-Peds Physicians) National Conference, the team sits down with Dr. Megumi “Megi” Okumura (UCSF) to discuss Transitions of Care from pediatric to adult providers....
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S7 Ep177: Hip, Hip… Oh No! Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Hip, hip, hooray - it’s time to click into developmental dysplasia of the hip! In this episode, the Cribsiders break down how to spot hips that slip, slide, or simply don’t sit right in the socket. From mastering your Ortolani to knowing when to harness the moment (hello, Pavlik), we’ve got you...
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S7 Ep176: Before Bile Stops: Biliary Atresia
In this episode, we break down biliary atresia from bilirubin metabolism basics and the differences between conjugated and direct bilirubin. We cover practical and novel screening tools for the primary care provider to ensure prompt diagnosis, as well as next steps for confirmatory diagnosis. We...
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S7 Ep175: Live! Small Doses, Big Changes: Updates in Obesity Medicine with GLP-1s
Recorded live at Grand Rounds at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center—our first episode from the stage! In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Green joins the team to discuss the rapidly evolving treatment landscape for pediatric obesity. We discuss GLP-1 receptor agonists, focusing on how these…
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S7 Ep174: Suicide Prevention and Safety Planning: Approaching Adolescent Mental Health Crises
Uh oh, your patient answered yes to Question #9 on the PHQ-9? We join John Ackerman, PhD, ABPP and Elizabeth Kleinhenz, MSW, MPH, LISW from the Center for Suicide Prevention and Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital to shed light on non-suicidal self-injury, suicide risk assessment, and…
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S7 Ep173: Neuromuscular Bouquet (FFTC)
Recap and review the top pearls from episodes #120: Muscular Dystrophy, #141: Cerebral Palsy from Birth to Adolescence & #126: Trisomy 21 with a few members of our production team! It’s Fables from the Cribside! (FFTC), our series providing a rapid review of recent Cribsiders episodes for your...
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S7 Ep172: Getting Nosy About Nosebleeds: A Primer on Epistaxis
Stop the bleed and master the mucosal nuances of pediatric epistaxis in this high-yield session! We are joined by Pediatric Otolaryngologist Dr. Jennifer Lavin to deconstruct everything from the superficial vessels of Kiesselbach’s plexus to the rare, high-stakes diagnosis of Juvenile...
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S7 Ep171: Always Be PrEP-ared! HIV Prophylaxis in Adolescents
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! In this episode, we learn all about HIV prevention in adolescents with our guest, Dr. Alex Golec of Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. We break down the indications, treatment options, and monitoring of prescribing pre and post-exposure prophylaxis…
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S7 Ep170: Bridging the Gap: Integrated Behavioral Health in Primary Care
Overwhelmed by the youth mental health crisis? Join us this episode to discuss innovative opportunities to improve access to mental and behavioral health services across the lifespan. Addressing youth mental health is a team sport. To tackle this important and challenging topic, we’re joined by…
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S7 Ep169: A Breath of Fresh Air: Non-invasive Respiratory Support
Get ready to breathe easy with this lively Cribsiders episode on non-invasive respiratory support in pediatrics! We’re joined by the incredible Dr. Michelle Perez from Montefiore, who breaks down the fundamentals of CPAP, BiPAP and HFNC. From choosing the right modality to knowing when it’s time…
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S7 Ep168: The (NICU) Graduate: Outpatient Follow-Up for High Risk Infants
Dr. Erdei is a triple board certified physician (neonatology, pediatrics, and developmental-behavioral pediatrics!) who talks us through high risk infant clinic! There is no one-size-fits-all approach to NICU follow-up, so Dr. Erdei draws on her years of experience to share the set-up of her own...
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S7 Ep167: Vascular Anomalies: Hemangiomas, Malformations, and More
In this episode, we are joined by pediatric dermatologist Dr. Sonal Shah to review vascular anomalies. Learn how to diagnose, evaluate, and treat lesions including infantile hemangiomas and capillary malformations.
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S7 Ep166: DEMystifying ADEM
In this episode, Dr. Janetta Arellano (Children’s hospital of Orange County) joins us to take a deep dive into ADEM. We discuss the key features, diagnostic approach, and management of ADEM, with important pearls for distinguishing it from other neurologic emergencies.
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S7 Ep165: Pump it Up! Technology in Type 1 Diabetes Management
Hold onto your pancreas! Diabetes technology is rapidly evolving, so pump up your knowledge with med-peds endocrinologist and Type 1 diabetes superstar Dr. Rebecca Vitale (UNC Chapel Hill). This discussion about CGMs, insulin pumps, and automated insulin delivery systems hits the sweet spot!
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S7 Ep164: Notes on Neuroblastoma
Join us this week for a fantastic discussion about neuroblastoma courtesy of our guest, Dr. Brittany Greene of Seattle Children’s Hospital. We discuss common presenting symptoms, work-up, and the nuance of stage-specific treatment!
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S7 Ep163: A Hemoglobin Makeover: Curative and Transformative Therapies for SCD
Join us in this episode with expert guest Dr. Mahvish Rahim (the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore) as we dive into the rapidly evolving world of curative and transformative therapies for sickle cell disease! From breaking down the science behind stem cell transplant and gene therapy to...
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S7 Ep162: Yes, There’s a Doctor on Board! But I’m a Pediatrician…
What happens when the dreaded “Is there a doctor on board?” call rings out at 35,000 feet? On this high-altitude episode, we’re joined by Dr. Ann Marshburn, pediatric hospitalist, former NASA researcher, and pilot, to explore the unique world of in-flight medical emergencies. We cover what you…
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S7 Ep161: Swab Goals: STI Screening and Management in Adolescents
In this episode, we explore how pediatricians can create safe, inclusive spaces for discussing sexual health. Our hosts review evidence-based recommendations for STI screening and treatment, emphasizing how to tailor care to the diverse needs of young patients. We also discuss practical…
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S7 Ep160: Gut Feelings: Navigating Pediatric Functional Abdominal Pain
In this episode, Dr. Kahleb Graham (Cincinnati) joins us to chew on functional abdominal pain. Together, we explore the GI tract and the many symptoms that can result from poor gut-brain communication! From diagnosis to management, this episode is packed full of digestible insights!
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S7 Ep159: (Not so) Easy-to-Swallow: How to Approach Eosinophilic Esophagitis
In this episode, Dr. Vincent Mukkada (Cincinnati) joins us to demystify eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Together, we explore how to take a good history in children in whom EoE is suspected, treatment strategies, and innovations for ongoing monitoring. Whether you’re managing the initial diagnosis...
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S7 Ep158: Plan A, B and C: Counseling Adolescents on Contraception
General pediatricians should feel empowered to initiate and manage contraception for their adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients. This episode will help listeners tailor counseling to each patient’s priorities, weigh the benefits and drawbacks of different methods, and address emergency...
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S7 Ep157: Tinea, Atopic Dermatitis, Acne : Rapid Review (FFTC)
Recap and review the top pearls from episodes #35 Atopic Dermatitis, #82 Tinea, and #95 Acne with a few members of our production team! It’s Fables from the Cribside! (FFTC), our series providing a rapid review of recent Cribsiders episodes for your spaced learning.
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S7 Ep156: A Blink Too Soon: Retinopathy of Prematurity
This week we take a closer look at Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) - from screening and staging to treatment and long-term outcomes. Join us as we shine some light on this sight-saving topic with insights from Dr. Nimesh Patel - Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and...
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S7 Ep155: New Kids on the Block: Care of the Well Baby in the Newborn Nursery
Kim Schamel, medical director of the Newborn Assessment Nursery at Washington University/St. Louis Children’s Hospital, walks us through newborn nursery 101! She gives pointers for the newborn physical exam, counseling strategies for safe sleep, gives us a framework for evaluating neonatal weight...
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S7 Ep154: Ache It ‘Til You Make It: Approach to Pain in Children
Ouch! Overwhelmed by a serious boo boo? In this episode, pediatric anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist Dr. Emmanuel Alalade (Children’s Hospital of Atlanta) teaches us what to do when Tylenol just won’t cut it. Learn about opioid dosing, procedural nerve blocks, and multimodal…
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S7 Ep153: Say Cheese! Eye Spy Retinoblastoma
Join us this week for an eye-opening conversation about Retinoblastoma with Dr. Basil Williams, a combined Ocular Oncologist and Vitreoretinal Disease specialist at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL. In this episode, Dr. Williams walks us through the pathophysiology of just…
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S7 Ep152: Long Story Short : Long Story Short: Understanding Long COVID in Children and Adolescents
What does Long COVID really look like in kids and teens? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Peter Rowe from Johns Hopkins to unpack the recognition, diagnosis and treatment of Long COVID in pediatric settings. From hallmark symptoms like post-exertional malaise and brain fog, to risk factors,...
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S7 Ep151: Baby, Now We Got Good Blood! Pediatric Transfusion Medicine
Ever wonder why a Type & Screen expires after 72 hours? Join Dr. Rida Hasan (pediatric hematologist and transfusion medicine specialist) as we dive into pediatric transfusion medicine. From massive transfusion protocols to blood product modifications to keeping kids safe from TACOs, this episode…
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S7 Ep150: NepHron Nuances: Approach to Diagnosing and Treating RTAs
In this episode, returning guest Dr. Michelle Starr joins us to unpack the complexities of renal tubular acidosis. Together, we explore how to distinguish between RTA types and highlight the key diagnostic clues and treatment strategies most relevant to pediatric patients. Whether you’re managing…
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S7 Ep149: Squeaks, Squawks, and Stridor: Approach to Laryngomalacia
What’s that sound? It’s Dr. Eileen Raynor (Duke) walking us through laryngomalacia—why it happens, how to recognize it, who to scope, and when to supraglottoplasty your way to success. Luckily, laryngomalacia is usually just a phase, but this episode will help you and your patients breathe easier!
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S7 Ep148: Welcome Baby Doctors! The Cribsiders Intro to Intern Year
Welcome new pediatricians! In this special Fables from the Cribside episode, our team of resident producers talk tips and tricks for new pediatrics interns. We cover big feelings, finding your pre-rounding groove, avoiding night-shift tummy, and remind you to call your mom!
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S7 Ep147: Urine Good Hands: Evidence-Based Approaches to Enuresis
When it comes to enuresis, the answers aren’t always crystal clear. Join the Cribsiders and expert guest Carmen Tong, DO, as we flush out the nuances of nocturnal and daytime wetting. It’s time to streamline your approach with evidence-based insights.
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S7 Ep146: ITP - You’ll be cruising when you see bruising!
Join us in this episode with our expert guest the “platelet doctor” Dr. Beau Mitchell (The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore) to learn all about the complexities of diagnosing and managing ITP! From learning how to evaluate bleeding symptoms to the latest therapies for chronic refractory ITP, Dr....
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A Pediatric Podcast here to feed pediatric knowledge food to your adult-sized brain hole & provide weight-based dosings of fun.
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