Pediacast Cme

Dr Peter Minneci joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on the non-operative approach to appendicitis in children. We also cover the pathophysiology, symptoms, exam findings, differential diagnosis, work-up and surgical management of appendicitis. Join us and earn FREE AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ as we kick off a new year of PediaCast CME!

Danielle Ruben joins Dr Mike for a discussion on work-life balance. How do you assess your work-life balance? What happens when it’s off? What effects does it have—not only on YOU, but on your family, patients and colleagues? What adjustments are on the table? And how do you go about prioritizing and executing them? This is an important podcast, especially if you have that unsettled feeling… the one that leads to stress, anxiety, depression and burnout. Be sure to join us!

Dr Ann Pakalnis and Dr Howard Jacobs join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a comprehensive look at migraine and tension-type headaches in children and adolescents. We cover epidemiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, differential diagnosis, work up, treatment and prevention. Also… hot topics in headache research. We hope you can join us!

Dr Jamie Fox (Duke University) joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for a discussion on Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM). We define EBM, explain its importance, and identify barriers that prevent its incorporation into practice. We cover 4 tools which make it easier to bring EBM to the point-of-care, including PubMed, Cochrane, DynaMed and Google Scholar… and we provide opportunity for listeners to follow along and practice using these tools. We also describe ways practitioners can champion EBM with their colleagues and patients/families. We hope you can join us!

Dr David Axelson joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for part two of our series on the diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the primary care setting. This week’s topics include childhood depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders (including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, separation anxiety, social anxiety), psychosis and schizophrenia.

Dr Kristina Jiner joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to talk about successful integration of mental health services in primary care pediatrics. We also cover the latest treatment guidelines for ADHD and the diagnosis and management of oppositional defiant disorder and aggression. We’ll continue the conversation in episode 007 with a focus on mood disorders, anxiety and schizophrenia.

Dr Stacy Fischer and Dr Naomi Kertesz join Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to discuss ways of refining the pre-participation sports physical by including anticipatory guidance for concussions, sudden cardiac death and the female athlete triad.

Dr John Mahan joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio to discuss difficult learners in medical education. We introduce adult learning theory and unpack tools of the trade, including feedback, feedforward and coaching. We discuss Carl Rogers’ thoughts on effective facilitating and provide concrete ways to assess and intervene when encountering learners who are slow, rude and unmotivated.

Join Dr Mike Patrick and Dr Anup Patel in the PediaCast Studio as they discuss Medical Marijuana. We cover the latest legal issues surrounding cannabis, current evidence regarding risks and benefits, and the types and availability of specific marijuana-based products. Learn the history of marijuana as a medical treatment and gain an understanding of its future.

You have five minutes with your learner… five minutes to actively listen to their presentation, provide feedback and leave them with a new pearl of knowledge. But how do you make the five minutes count? And what is the cumulative effect of these short interactions? Join Dr Mike Patrick and Dr Karyn Kassis as they discuss micro-teaching in medical education. It’s a great conversation for anyone who precepts learners in a clinical environment!

Dr Donna Caniano joins Dr Mike in the PediaCast Studio for this inaugural episode of PediaCast CME. We introduce this new podcast for pediatric healthcare providers by discussing the concept of doctors teaching doctors. Topics include medical mentorship, physician networking, staying current, maintenance of board certification, translating research into clinical practice and the best ways to provide patient education with evidence-based resources. Welcome to our new show!