The Curbside Consult

Connecticut Children's Interim Division Head of Infectious Diseases John Schreiber, MD, joins the Curbside Consult to discuss updates in the COVID-19 pandemic, including how we got to where we are today, the path forward, and why the vaccine is safe and effective.   

John Brancato, MD, Associate Director of Emergency Medicine at Connecticut Children's, discusses the services we provide at our new Urgent Care center in Farmington, and when a patient should utilize Urgent Care or the Emergency Department. 

Corey Baker, MD, Director of the Center for Neurogastroenterology and Motility Disorders, joins host Patricia Garcia, MD MPH, to discuss the neurological connection to the digestive system and symptoms where a child might need a neurogastroenterologist. 

Christopher Grindle, MD, pediatric otolaryngologist at Connecticut Children's, joins us to discuss ear tubes, telemedicine, and why Connecticut Children's is a safe place to receive care during COVID-19 

Connecticut Children's developmental-behavioral specialist Robert Keder, MD, joins Patricia Garcia, MD, to discuss attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Dr. Keder explains how doctors identify if a child has ADHD or an another behavioral condition. Additionally, Dr. Keder discusses common parenting concerns and offers guidance to ensure that the child is successful both academically and socially. 

Host Patricia Garcia, MD, joins John Schreiber, MD, interim chief of the division of Infectious Diseases, to discuss the most pressing questions about coronavirus. Connecticut Children's is committed to the health of our patients, families and communities. Pediatricians looking for more information can visit www.connecticutchildrens.org/covid-19. 

Host Patricia Garcia, MD, is joined by hospitalist Allyson McDermott, MD, and a patient's parent to discuss bronchiolitis and the care involved when a patient is admitted to the hospital. During this episode, Dr. McDermott talks about the diagnosis process as well as signs or symptoms that would constitute a visit to the ED. 

Host Patricia Garcia, MD, is joined by endocrinologist Priya Phulwani, MD, and her patient Eva to discuss gender dysphoria. Eva shares her story and Dr. Phulwani talks about the importance of having a gender dysphoria program at Connecticut Children's. 

Host Patricia Garcia, MD, is joined by psychologist Melissa Santos, PhD, and weight management physician Jessica Williams, MD, to discuss the multidisciplinary services provided by the Pediatric Obesity Center, the methods of implementing a healthier lifestyle, and how to engage kids in understanding the importance of nutrition. 

Connecticut Children's Division Head of Adolescent Medicine, Alyssa Bennett, MD, joins host Patricia Garcia, MD MPH, to discuss abnormal uterine bleeding The condition is common—affecting about 1 in every 100 people with a menstrual cycle—and fortunately there are multiple treatments. Drs. Bennett and Garcia also talk with Morgan, a 16-year-old patient who experienced abnormal periods. Morgan shares her perspective as a high school student and the method of treatment that worked best for her.  

In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, host Patricia Garcia, MD MPH, sits down with Natalie Bezler, MD, a hematologist and oncologist at Connecticut Children's, to discuss leukemia and its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. The mom of one of Dr. Bezler's patients also gets on the mic to talk about the diagnosis and treatment process from a patient and parent perspective. 

Connecticut Children's cardiologist Seth Lapuk, MD, joins host Patricia Garcia, MD, to discuss heart murmurs. The two physicians are joined by Hannah, a patient, and her family to discuss their experience at with the Division of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery. 

Host Dr. Patricia Garcia is joined by Connecticut Children's sleep psychologist, Dr. Lynelle Schneeberg, to discuss common sleep issues. Dr. Schneeberg talks about what you should and shouldn't keep in your child's bedroom, how to structure bedtime, and her forthcoming book called Become Your Child's Sleep Coach. The episode also includes a discussion with Chloe, a former patient of Dr. Schneeberg, and her mom, Samantha. 

On this episode, Connecticut Children's Division Head of Rheumatology Larry Zemel, MD, talks to host Trish Garcia, MD, about Lyme disease. The conversation touches on everything from myths and misconceptions to symptoms and treatment. Then, we hear from Austin, a patient of Dr. Zemel, who speaks about his experience with Lyme disease and the care he received here at Connecticut Children's.