Newborn News

Listen for an important announcement about the future of the podcast. Hosted by Neeta Goli, MD, and Kelly Mazzarella, DO, Assistant Professors of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at UT Southwestern.

Listen as Dr. Rosenfeld shares his perspective on the history of neonatology, advancements in the field, and future directions. We are joined by Charles Rosenfeld, MD, Professor Emeritus of Pediatrics in the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at UT Southwestern.

We discuss the presentation, evaluation, and management of neonatal seizures. We are joined by Alison Dolce, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at UT Southwestern and Children’s Health Dallas.

We discuss the pathophysiology, presentation, and available and emerging treatment for patients with spinal muscular atrophy. We are joined by Diana Castro, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at UT Southwestern and Children’s Health Dallas.

We discuss available modalities, indications for each, and emerging technologies in neonatal neuroimaging. We are joined by Michelle Machie, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at UT Southwestern and Children’s Health Dallas.

We review the pathogenesis, treatment, and outcomes, for neonates with HIE. We are joined by Lina Chalak, MD, Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry in the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review the differential and evaluation of neonatal tachypnea. We are joined by Muraleedharan Sivarajan, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and management of congenital neuroblastoma. We are joined by Tanya Watt, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We learn about the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and prognosis of these two clinical entities. We are joined by Tanya Watt, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the etiology, presentation, complications, and management of neonatal polycythemia. We are joined by Lincy Thomas, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review physiologic shifts in hemoglobin and hematocrit, and the role of supplementation and follow-up. We are joined by Martha Pacheco, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the diagnosis and management of clavicle fractures and brachial plexus palsy. We are joined by Chris Stutz, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Orthopedic and Hand Surgery at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas and UT Southwestern.

We review the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of clubfoot. We are joined by Megan Johnson, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas and UT Southwestern.

We discuss the etiology, exam maneuvers, diagnosis, management, and outcomes of developmental dysplasia of the hip. We are joined by Will Morris, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery at the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children in Dallas and UT Southwestern.

We learn about the physiology and management of unilateral and bilateral undescended testicles. We are joined by Yvonne Chan, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Urology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We learn about the etiologies of prenatal hydronephrosis, and postnatal evaluation and management of these newborns. We are joined by Irina Stanasel, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Urology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the history, risks, benefits, and logistics of circumcision. We review parental teaching on the care of the uncircumcised and circumcised penis. We are joined by Craig Peters, MD, Professor and Chief of the Division of Pediatric Urology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review the history of safe sleep recommendations, risk factors for SIDS, and how to counsel parents about safe sleep. We are joined by Jack Seidel, MD, Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We learn about the AAP recommendations for car seat use, installation tips, and how to manage newborns who need a car seat tolerance test before nursery discharge. We are joined by Chelsea Anderson, MD, MHS, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the prevalence of substance use in pregnancy, evaluation and management of the newborn, and discharge planning. We are joined by Kelly Mazzarella, DO, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review the history of syphilis, current trends, evaluation and treatment of pregnant women with syphilis and their newborns. We are joined by Muraleedharan Sivarajan, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the types of maternal and neonatal HSV infection, strategies for risk reduction, and evaluation of infants born to mothers with HSV. We are joined by Chelsea Anderson, MD, MHS, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We learn about the history of reduction of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, and current recommendations for evaluation and management of the newborn. We are joined by Amanda Evans, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Infectious Disease at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review the manifestations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in newborns. We are joined by Kikelomo Babata, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss potential complications and postnatal management of infants born to mothers with SARS-CoV-2 infection. We are joined by Kikelomo Babata, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review the causative enzyme defects, presentation, evaluation, and prognosis for neonates with congenital adrenal hyperplasia. We are joined by Ming Yang, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the pathophysiology, presentation, and management of congenital hypothyroidism. We are joined by Soumya Adhikari, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review common genetic tests available for diagnosis of chromosomal anomalies: karyotype, FISH, and microarray. We are joined by Angela Scheuerle, MD, Professor of Pediatric Genetics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss triaging which newborn metabolic disorders require more urgent assessment, acute and long-term management. We are joined by Luis Umaña, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Genetics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review classification and typical manifestations of the various inborn errors of metabolism. We are joined by Luis Umaña, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Genetics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the history, methods, management, and future directions of the newborn metabolic screening program. We are joined by Joe Schneider, MD, MBA, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the prevalence, manifestations, and treatment of congenital CMV infection. We are joined by Elizabeth “Kaili” Stehel, MD, Associate Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the universal newborn hearing screening program, causes of hearing loss, and management of infants who do not pass their hearing screen. We are joined by Angela Shoup, PhD, and Kris Owen, AuD, Audiologists at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss pathophysiology and neonatal complications for infants born to diabetic mothers. We are joined by Rashmin Savani, MBChB, Professor and Chief of the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review special considerations that must be taken for late preterm infants. We are joined by Rashmin Savani, MBChB, Professor and Chief of the Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the clinical approach to evaluation and management of neonatal jaundice. We are joined by Jessica Morse, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and Medical Director of the Parkland Memorial Hospital Newborn Nursery.

We review the history and pathophysiology of neonatal jaundice. We are joined by Jessica Morse, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and Medical Director of the Parkland Memorial Hospital Newborn Nursery.

We discuss formula feeding, including types of formula, preparation, and safety. We are joined by Kelly Mazzarella, DO, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss the use of breast pumps, including their purpose, usage, and storage of expressed breast milk. We are joined by Linda Catterton, IBCLC at the University of Texas Southwestern Clements University Hospital.

We discuss breastfeeding, including logistics and troubleshooting. We are joined by Linda Catterton, IBCLC at the University of Texas Southwestern Clements University Hospital.

We discuss home safety teaching for parents. We are joined by Stephanie Nguyen, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We provide an overview of the screening tests performed for all infants prior to nursery discharge: the newborn metabolic screen, newborn hearing screen, and critical congenital heart defect screen. We are joined by Abby Patterson, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review standard medications given to all newborns in the nursery: ophthalmic erythromycin, hepatitis B vaccine, and vitamin K. We are joined by Stephanie Nguyen, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We discuss normal newborn behavior and common questions asked by parents. We are joined by Abby Patterson, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.

We review basics of the newborn nursery rotation for residents at Parkland Memorial Hospital. We are joined by Abby Patterson, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.