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Pediatric Surgical Services Newsletter - February 2021
In this edition: Better access for orthopaedic surgery, Innovative physical therapy via telehealth, Willieford Moses, MD, joins General Surgery team.
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A Surge in Sports Stress: How to Support Child Wellness During COVID
Sports specialization and misguided parenting practices have led to undue stress on athletic youngsters, with physical and psychological consequences now exacerbated by the quarantine.
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Demystifying Celiac Disease in Kids: Diagnostic and Treatment Strategies
Affecting many body systems, celiac disease presents in a multitude of ways – sometimes with no digestive symptoms.
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Fetal Neurology: New Frontiers
Ventriculomegaly and corpus callosum abnormalities are relatively common fetal ultrasound findings involving the brain. Neuroimaging specialists at the UCSF Fetal Treatment Center illustrate their consult process, showing the prognostic range for these conditions and MRI’s potential payoff for patient management.
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Little Feet: Common Pediatric Foot Abnormalities
Brush up on the complex anatomy of the foot and learn which exam findings warrant referral to a specialist.
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Pediatric Surgical Services Newsletter - January 2021
In this email, we feature: Improved access in OHNS, Telehealth access to the Hearing and Communication Clinic, Urology services available in San Mateo.
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Placenta Accreta Spectrum Disorder: Proven Strategies from a Multidisciplinary Team
Placenta accreta spectrum disorder is a varied and increasingly common complication of pregnancy, so ob/gyns need a firm grasp of risk factors and ultrasound signs
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“My Chest Hurts”: How to Assess a Worrisome Symptom in Kids
While most chest pain in children isn’t caused by heart trouble, pediatricians keep patients safe when they ask the right questions and include certain steps in the physical exam.
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Common Spinal Deformities in Kids
This presentation from pediatric orthopedic surgeon Ishaan Swarup, MD, shines a light on the developing spine. Focusing on scoliosis and kyphosis, he offers definitions, classifications, physical exam and testing pointers, treatment options and associated outcomes, and tips on when to refer.
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Eating Disorders in Adolescents: Know the Signs and How to Proceed
Assessing the eating habits of young patients is tricky, but this presentation from UCSF eating disorder specialists offers an update on diagnostic criteria, tools for detecting a problem, techniques for talking to patients and families, and guidance on referrals.
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Support for Gender Exploration: Understanding the Pediatrician’s Role
Primary care doctors play a valuable role for young gender-expansive children by providing a safe environment, facilitating discussions and understanding current medical options. Our pediatric endocrinologists provide guidelines and answer common questions on gender care.
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Troublesome Autism Behaviors: Management Techniques to Help the Whole Family
Acknowledging the challenges of diagnosing autism, pediatric neurologist Jennifer Martelle Tu, MD, PhD, provides clarity on the criteria, then discusses common issues – including digestive, sleep and aggression problems – and which treatments help. Plus: new information on ADHD symptoms in kids with autism.
