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Charting Pediatrics is a weekly podcast for pediatric healthcare providers. In this series, multidisciplinary specialists from Children’s Hospital Colorado examine the latest treatments for the most common complaints in pediatric medicine. Listen and subscribe on Spotify, iTunes, Google Podcasts and Google Play.
We are now in our second season, where our experts examine pediatric patient cases, clinical innovations and the nuanced art of pediatric medicine. Let us know if you have an idea for a future episode of Charting Pediatrics.
Meet our hosts
David Brumbaugh, MD, is the Associate Chief Medical Officer at Children's Colorado and a pediatric gastroenterologist. Dr. Brumbaugh's philosophy is to engage families and their pediatricians in establishing goals of care, keeping the child at the heart of every decision.
Alison Brent, MD, is the Medical Director of Children's Colorado's System of Care. Dr. Brent is interested in process and system improvement, as well as the integration and implementation of clinical care guidelines in the PCP office.
Dan Nicklas, MD, is a pediatrician clinician and educator, practicing at Children's Colorado with a focus on primary care. Dr. Nicklas is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and involved in graduate and undergraduate medical education and research.
Contact our hosts with any questions, or to suggest a future topic.
Listen to our most recent episodes
Managing Physician Burnout (S2:E39)
May 28, 2019
Our doctors discuss physician burnout and what has helped them.
Treating Sinusitis in Children (S2:E38)
May 21, 2019
A discussion of sinusitis in children, including when to seek a specialist.
Severe Feeding and Swallowing Issues in Infants (S2:E37)
May 14, 2019
Learn about feeding and swallowing problems in infants, and how to help.
Pulmonary Hypertension in Pediatrics (S2:E36)
May 7, 2019
A discussion of numerous issues relating to pediatric pulmonary hypertension.
Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) in Pediatrics (S2:E35)
April 30, 2019
Learn about acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), including symptoms and treatments.
Find all episodes below
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A Case Study on Laryngomalacia in Infants and Children (S2:E11)
October 16, 2018
We discuss laryngomalacia causes, designing a long-term management plan for the patient and more on this episode.
A Case Study: Repeat Concussions in Teenagers and Sports Retirement Considerations (S2:E25)
February 12, 2019
Listen to tips on the issue of repeat concussion and care approaches for young athletes and their families.
Abnormal Head Growth and Shapes in Children (S2:E18)
December 11, 2018
Listen to Todd Hankinson, MD, as he discusses abnormal pediatric head growth and shape, treatment options and outcomes.
Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) in Pediatrics (S2:E35)
April 30, 2019
Learn about acute flaccid myelitis (AFM), including symptoms and treatments.
Acute Scrotum Pain Management in Children (S1:E8)
September 19, 2017
Discussing acute scrotum indications and how to refer and support patients.
Acute Seizure Management in Children (S1:E9)
September 26, 2017
Exploring seizure management in children from basic safety to rescue medications.
Addiction Prevention in Primary Care (S2:E15)
November 20, 2018
Listen in to better understand addiction prevention and opioid practices for children and teens.
ADHD Medication Management (S1:E15)
November 14, 2017
Our experts explore ADHD assessment and medication management.
Alleviating Seasonal Allergies in Children (S1:E1)
August 8, 2017
A discussion about treating seasonal allergy symptoms.
An Integrative Approach to Pediatric Medicine (S2:E22)
January 22, 2019
Practical tips for incorporating an integrative care approach in your practice.
Approaching Concussions in Children's Primary Care (S1:E2)
August 11, 2017
Exploring concussions in children and the latest treatment options.
Art and Science of Managing AOM (S2:E32)
April 2, 2019
We discuss the art and science of managing acute otitis media.
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children (S1:E27)
March 13, 2018
Learn about the signs and symptoms of autism in children.
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Back Pain Management in Pediatrics (S1:E11)
October 10, 2017
Discussing pack pain management in children and how back pain relates to scoliosis.
Breastfeeding Management and Support for Nursing Moms (S1:E10)
October 3, 2017
Discussing breastfeeding challenges and support for nursing mothers.
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Care for Young Adolescent Mothers (S2:E16)
November 27, 2018
Hana Smith, MD, and Amy Emher, PsyD, discuss caring for the unique needs of young mothers in your pediatric practice.
Caring for Adolescents with Down Syndrome (S2:E4)
August 28, 2018
Learn about primary care for kids and adolescents with Down syndrome from Fran Hickey, MD.
CAR-T Cellular Therapy for the Treatment of Leukemia (S1:E33)
May 22, 2018
Terry Fry, MD, discusses cell therapy, side effects and more for the treatment of pediatric leukemia.
Child Sexual Abuse and Neglect (S2:E10)
October 9, 2018
Learn how to approach the delicate topic of child sexual abuse and neglect from our experts.
Cognitive Error in Pediatric Diagnosis (S2:E31)
March 26, 2019
A discussion of cognitive error in diagnosis and how it can affect patients.
Common Pediatric Sleep Disorders in Children and Teens (S1:E30)
May 1, 2018
Learn about common pediatric sleep disorders in children and teens.
Critical Congenital Heart Disease in Neonates (S2:E21)
January 15, 2019
Listen in on this episode of the podcast Charting Pediatrics to learn more about critical congenital heart disease in newborns from our cardiology experts.
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Diagnosing Heart Arrhythmias in Children (S1:E5)
August 29, 2017
Exploring characteristics, diagnosis and treatment of heart arrhythmias in children.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Ovarian Cysts (S2:E19)
December 18, 2018
Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cysts in kids in this episode of Charting Pediatrics.
Diagnosis of Henoch-Schonlein Purpura in Children (S2:E12)
October 23, 2018
Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) diagnosis and management discussion from our pediatric rheumatology and nephrology experts.
Discussing Firearm Safety in Primary Care Office (S2:E1)
August 7, 2018
Learn how to have a conversation with children and their families regarding firearm safety in the home.
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Fidget Spinner and Other Ingested Foreign Objects (S1:E7)
September 12, 2017
A discussion of common foreign objects that children might ingest.
Food Allergies: Diagnosis and Hot Topics (S1:E16)
November 21, 2017
A discussion of the hot topics in food-related allergies.
Food Allergy Immunotherapy and Pediatric Patients (S2:E27)
February 26, 2019
On this episode of the podcast Charting Pediatrics, we discuss emerging research in immune desensitization and other advances in food allergy therapy.
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Hip Pain in Children: Diagnosis and Management (S1:E28)
March 20, 2018
Learn more about diagnosing and managing hip pain in pediatric patients.
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Infant Feeding and Swallowing Problems (S2:E6)
September 11, 2018
In this episode of Charting Pediatrics, we explore feeding and swallowing problems in babies with Laura Pickler, MD, and Nancy Creskoff Maune.
International Adoption Medicine (S1:E18)
December 8, 2017
Experts discuss medical support for families adopting internationally.
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Management of Headaches and Migraines in Children (S1:E14)
October 31, 2017
Advice on managing migraines and headaches in children.
Managing Atopic Eczema in Children (S2:E17)
December 4, 2018
Lori Prok, MD, and Julieann Tibbetts, PNP, discuss common presentations, causes and treatment of atopic eczema in kids.
Managing Congenital Heart Disease in Young Adults (S2:E26)
February 19, 2019
Ongoing management of congenital heart disease in children and young adults.
Managing Physician Burnout (S2:E39)
May 28, 2019
Our doctors discuss physician burnout and what has helped them.
Marijuana as Medicine (S2:E14)
November 13, 2018
Learn about the current state of medical marijuana in pediatric medicine.
Measles in Children (S2: E30)
March 19, 2019
Learn about measles presentation, symptoms, vaccinations and more.
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Neck Mass Diagnosis and Management for Pediatricians (S1:E31)
May 8, 2018
Learn about neck masses diagnosis and management in children from Melissa Scholes, MD.
Neonatal Jaundice and Bilirubin Levels in Newborns (S1:E21)
December 26, 2017
Exploring risk factors, patient-centered care and more relating to neonatal jaundice.
Nocturnal Enuresis and Bedwetting (S1:E32)
May 17, 2018
Tips for the treatment and management of nocturnal enuresis and involuntary urination in kids.
Noisy Breathing in Pediatric Patients (S1:E20)
December 19, 2017
A discussion of the causes, presentations and treatments of noisy breathing in children.
Non-IgE Mediated Food Allergies in Children (S1:E17)
November 28, 2017
Discussing non-IgE related food allergies.
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Overcoming HPV Vaccination Hesitancy (S2:E28)
March 5, 2019
On this episode of the podcast Charting Pediatrics, we discuss low HPV vaccination rates among adolescents and overcoming vaccination hesitancy in parents.
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Pain Management in Children (S2:E24)
February 5, 2019
Discussing pain management in children from assessment to multimodal therapy.
Pediatric Advocacy for the Health and Well-Being of All Children (S2:E34)
April 23, 2019
A discussion with a pediatrician turned legislator.
Pediatric Asthma Management (S1:E3)
August 15, 2017
A discussion of asthma management and the most up-to-date treatments.
Pediatric Bariatric Surgery (S1:E22)
January 16, 2018
Listen in to a discussion on the available options for adolescent bariatric surgery with Thomas Inge, MD.
Pediatric Celiac Disease Diagnosis and Management (S1:E29)
March 27, 2018
Edwin Liu, MD, discusses celiac disease symptoms, diagnosis and more.
Physician Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program (S2:E2)
August 14, 2018
Learn about the MOC program and other quality improvement projects Children's Colorado participates in to deliver the best patient treatments.
Preventing Altitude Sickness in Children (S2:E33)
April 16, 2019
A discussion of preventing altitude sickness in children.
Primary Care and Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS) (S2:E3)
August 21, 2018
Learn about prognosis and treatment in the primary care setting for children with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS).
Pulmonary Hypertension in Pediatrics (S2:E36)
May 7, 2019
A discussion of numerous issues relating to pediatric pulmonary hypertension.
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Safe Sleep Tips for Babies (S2:E13)
November 6, 2018
Tips for helping new moms create a safe sleep environment, including SIDs prevention, co-sleeping and more.
School Anxiety and Refusal in Children (S1:E25)
February 20, 2018
School anxiety and refusal insights, advice and tools.
Scoliosis Diagnosis and Management (S2:E9)
October 2, 2018
Learn about the three primary types of scoliosis from Mark Erickson, MD.
Severe Feeding and Swallowing Issues in Infants (S2:E37)
May 14, 2019
Learn about feeding and swallowing problems in infants, and how to help.
STDs in Teens: Testing and Treatment (S2:E7)
September 18, 2018
Learn about preventing and treating sexually transmitted disease in teens.
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Teen E-Cigarette Use and the Vaping Epidemic (S2:E23)
January 29, 2019
Learn more about e-cigarettes, teen vaping, and how to talk about the issue with patients and families.
Teen Reproductive Health (S1:E6)
September 5, 2017
Discussing teen reproductive health including contraception, STD screening and more.
Teen Suicide: Risk Factors, Screening and Prevention (S1:E24)
February 13, 2018
Listen in on our discussion of risk factors, screening and prevention of teen.
Telephone Triage in Pediatric Primary Care (S2:E8)
September 25, 2018
Learn about telephone triage in a pediatric setting from expert Bart Schmitt, MD.
Top 10 Most Common Pediatric Rheumatology Diagnoses (S1:E19)
December 15, 2017
Discussion of the 10 most common pediatric rheumatology diagnoses.
Toxicity & the Most Common Pediatric Overdoses (S2:E29)
March 12, 2019
Exploring the most common overdose causes in children and prevention tactics.
Transgender Medicine and Caring for Gender Diverse Patients (S2:E5)
September 4, 2018
Listen to pediatric experts discuss caring for transgender and gender nonconforming patients on this episode of Charting Pediatrics.
Treating Bronchiolitis in Children (S1:E23)
January 30, 2018
Monica Federico, MD, discusses classic bronchiolitis presentations and treatment in this episode.
Treating Sinusitis in Children (S2:E38)
May 21, 2019
A discussion of sinusitis in children, including when to seek a specialist.
Treatment and Diagnosis of Pediatric Trigger Thumb (S2:E20)
January 8, 2019
Sarah Sibbel, MD, Director of the Pediatric Hand and Upper Extremity Program, discusses pediatric trigger thumb diagnosis and treatment.
Treatment and Management of Constipation in Children (S1:E4)
August 22, 2017
A discussion of treatment and management of pediatric constipation.
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Understanding Physician Burnout (S1:E26)
February 27, 2018
Learn how to reduce the stigma of physician burnout.
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Vaccinations and Motivational Interviewing (S1:E12)
October 17, 2017
Exploring vaccine safety and motivational interviewing for talking to parents.
Vascular Malformations in Pediatric Primary Care (S1:E13)
October 24, 2017
A discussion of the most common pediatric vascular anomalies in primary care.