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    Latest episodes from The Peds Pod by Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital

    Navigating Type 2 Diabetes: What Every Parent Should Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025


    Sarah Allan, MD, a Le Bonheur pediatric endocrinologist, discusses practical lifestyle changes, risk factors to watch for and the latest treatments available for Type 2 diabetes. This episode empowers parents and caregivers to make informed choices for a heathier future.

    Measles Outbreaks: Protecting Our Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025


    Nick Hysmith, MD, MBA, an infectious disease physician and medical director of Infection Prevention at Le Bonheur, discusses the recent measles outbreaks, questions about the vaccine and ways to keep your kids and family safe.

    Tiny Tummies, Happy Bums: Constipation in Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025


    Price Edwards, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, discusses gut health and all things digestion in kids. He shares insightful information on constipation in children and the treatments available.

    Meet Dr. Tanjala Gipson: A Champion for Autism Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025


    Join us as we delve into Dr. Tanjala Gipson's journey from being inspired by her own pediatrician to becoming a leading voice in autism support and care. Dr. Gipson shares her motivations, experiences and the unique approaches she takes in treating children and adults with varying levels of autism, ensuring that every patient receives personalized care.

    Parenting Through Puberty

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025


    Le Bonheur Endocrinologist Grace Nelson, MD, discusses puberty milestones and what parents may witness their child experience, including delayed and early puberty.

    Opioid Safety: Exposure, Disposal and Warning Signs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025


    Rudy Kink, MD, pediatric emergency medicine specialist discusses opioid safety and childhood prevention, education and intervention. Opioids, typically prescribed for their effective pain-relieving properties, can pose significant risks when not managed properly, especially to vulnerable populations like children. Accidental exposure can occur through various means such as improper storage or disposal, leading to potential overdoses that require immediate medical attention.

    Silent Nights: Ending Bedtime Struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025


    Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Pediatric Neurologist and Director of the Pediatric Sleep Laboratory Erick Viorritto, MD, MPH, discusses the importance of quality sleep for children and tips to have a restful night.

    Zyn and Teens: Unpacking the Nicotine Trend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025


    Today on The Peds Pod, we're diving into the growing trend of nicotine pouches, like Zyn, and their alarming rise in teen use. These seemingly harmless products are anything but — and to help us unpack the risks and health consequences we are joined by Dr. Michelle Bowden, Pediatrician of Adolescent Medicine and Medical Director of the Eating Disorders Clinic at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.

    Seasonal Affective Disorder

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2024


    Colby Butzon, PhD discusses Seasonal Affective Disorder(SAD) and the impact it has on children. She shares insightful information about treatment options and resources for SAD.

    Do Your Kids Need Vitamins? Unlocking the Mystery of Supplements

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024


    Mark Corkins, MD discusses the often-confusing world of vitamins and supplements for children, why these nutrients are vital for growth and development and the safest ways to incorporate them into their diet.

    Child Abuse: Causes, Effects and Prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024


    In 2022, U.S. Child Protective Service Agencies substantiated 95,000 cases of child physical abuse, with 677 cases tragically resulting in death. In Tennessee alone, there were 8,122 reports of maltreatment, nearly half involving physical abuse. These statistics greatly underestimate the incidence of child physical abuse in the country and in our state, as many cases go unreported or unsubstantiated. Erin Wade, MD, MS board certified child abuse pediatrician and member of the Child Advocacy Resource and Evaluation Services team at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, talks today about the signs of child abuse and ways to prevent harm to your child and children in your community.

    Vodcast: Laurel Metzler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024


    Meet Dr. Laurel Metzler, a critical care medical physician at Le Bonheur!

    Picky Eating or ARFID: Understanding the Differences

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024


    Michelle Bowden, MD, FAAP, discusses the difference between picky eating and ARFID - an eating disorder characterized by very selective eating. Learn more about how to understand the differences and when to seek help from a pediatrician for a child's eating habits.

    Sickness Season: How to Prepare

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024


    Kids are heading back to school and this means that germs and viruses have the perfect indoor environment to spread. The winter months are usually the peak period for illnesses; however, doctors say the sickness season is already kicking off. General Pediatrician, Dr. Christopher Wright with Le Bonheur Pediatrics is here to explain how parents can prepare.

    Meet Rebekah Shappley, MD, FAAP

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024


    Meet Le Bonheur Medical Director of the Complex Care Program Rebekah Shappley, MD, FAAP, and her role at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

    Skin Deep: Unmasking the Dangers of Preteen Skincare Trends

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024


    Today we are diving into a topic that's often overlooked but incredibly important — preteen skincare. Joining us is Dr. Teresa Wright, Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, who is here to shed light on the hidden dangers of those seemingly innocent skincare routines. Whether it's that new face wash or a trendy beauty hack, Dr. Wright will discuss what's safe and what's not for your preteen. Stay tuned as we unravel the dos and don'ts of preteen skincare.

    Vodcast: Rebekah Shappley, MD, FAAP

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024


    Meet Le Bonheur Medical Director of the Complex Care Program Rebekah Shappley, MD, FAAP, and her role at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital

    Sun Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024


    Le Bonheur General Pediatrician and Medical Director of Healthy Lifestyles Clinic Adebowale Odulana, MD, MPH, discusses the effects of sun on kids - what precautions to take, what to look out for and any other tips for staying safe outside during summertime.

    The Lead Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024


    Many adults understand that lead exposure is dangerous and are careful to take precautions but what should caregivers do to make sure their children are out of harm's way? Jason Yaun, MD, Division Chief of Outpatient Pediatrics, UTHSC and Medical Director of Family Resilience Initiative at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, talks today about the dangers of lead poisoning and the unique risks that exposure can pose to young children.

    Healthy Teeth, Happy Tot

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2024


    Good oral health can be a key indicator of overall health and well-being. For young children, early checkups reduce the risk of tooth decay, cavities and helps establish a life-long foundation of good oral health. Dr. Craig Vinall, with the Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Community Oral Health for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, talks about what parents can do to keep their kid's smiles bright.

    Keeping Hearts Beating: The Heart Transplant Process

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024


    Heart transplants are a life-saving and life-changing intervention that Le Bonheur provides to children each year. But how do doctors determine if a child needs a heart transplant? And what is the process of recovery? Le Bonheur physicians, surgeons and staff discuss this delicate process.

    Vodcast: Dr. Weatherspoon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024


    Get to know Dr. Sarah Weatherspoon, a Pediatric Neurologist at Le Bonheur!

    Reflux Rumbles: Navigating Baby's Tummy Troubles

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024


    About half of all babies spit up several times a day in the first three months of their lives. Reflux in babies is a common but often challenging issue many parents have to navigate. Today we are sitting down with Le Bonheur Gastroenterologist Dr. Maggie Vickers to discuss the different kinds of reflux issues a baby can experience as well as things parents can do to help their child.

    Vodcast: Dr. Jancelewicz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024


    Meet Dr. Tim Jancelewicz, a pediatric surgeon at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital!

    Where Should I Take My Child? Pediatrician vs. Urgent Care vs. Emergency Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2024


    What should you do if your child is sick, and how do you know if it's time to call their pediatrician or go to the urgent care or emergency department (ED)? Listen for advice from an expert at Le Bonheur Children's.

    Seizing Solutions: Navigating Epilepsy Treatments

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024


    Le Bonheur Children's Hospital treats more than 1,300 kids every year for epilepsy. Their patients have some of the highest seizure-free rates in the country. Today we are sitting down with Dr. James Wheless, Director of the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program and Neuroscience Institute at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital to discuss the various treatments for children with epilepsy and what new advances Le Bonheur has made in the epilepsy program.

    SHIFTing the Trajectory: What is a Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024


    Parents and caregivers know to bring their children to the hospital to address physical wounds associated with acts of violence. What can they do, however, to address the mental and emotional strain that follows? In the spring of 2022, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital launched Supporting & Healing Individuals from Trauma (SHIFT), a hospital-based violence intervention program (HVIP) that aims to assist Le Bonheur patients and families who have been impacted by violence. By collaborating with the patients' care team to identify specific needs, SHIFT coordinates wrap-around services to help ensure the best possible outcomes, both in and out of the hospital. Because trauma can have wide-reaching effects on every aspect of a patient's home life, SHIFT can help connect families with mental health resources, mentoring, and youth development, as well as school and court advocacy.

    Tech Talk: Innovations in Neuroscience Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024


    What is this technology? And how do doctors use it to care for kids? Le Bonheur neurologists and neurosurgeons discuss how technology is changing the outcomes for kids with neurological conditions and the process of planning for neurosurgeries.

    Halloween Safety: Tips for a Safe, Scare-Free Halloween!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023


    Halloween can be one of the most fun nights of the year for kids - costumes, candy and fun with friends! This Halloween, take a few extra precautions to help make this holiday a safe one for your kids with some tips from Le Bonheur's Manager of Injury Prevention and Safe Kids Jennifer Taylor.

    On the Mark: Understanding Vascular Birthmarks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023


    Many kids are born with or develop harmless birthmarks on their skin that have a variety of causes. But what does it mean to have a vascular birthmark? Dr. Teresa Wright discusses this type of birthmark, what causes it and when a child might need to visit a specialist.

    Breathe Easy: Preventing and Treating RSV

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023


    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a very common illness, especially for babies under the age of two, that attacks the lining of the airways and lungs. Learn more about the latest treatments and vaccines for RSV and what might be best for you and your child during the RSV season.

    Getting Enough ZZZs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2023


    New parents are often told once you have kids, you'll never sleep again. Your sleep may never be the same but sleep is crucial to overall health, especially for children. Lack of sleep can hinder your child's mental and physical development and give rise to negative emotions. With the development of over the counter sleep aids, more caregivers are turning to supplements to help their child get a better night's sleep. Sleep Technologist Tuesday Glenn with Le Bonheur's Sleep Center is here to discuss the importance of sleep and safe and effective ways to help make sure your child is getting enough of it.

    Music as Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023


    Music… it can lift moods, decrease anxiety and even be used as an effective form of treatment. Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music by a credentialed music therapist. Combining expertise in psychology, counseling, medicine and music, music therapists can help improve patient's quality of life by promoting development and creating peaceful distractions during procedures. Music activates multiple areas of the brain, and its therapeutic use can positively impact hormone release and pain perception, helping patients cope and adapt. Le Bonheur's Music Therapist Courtney Rosewall, MT-BC, is here to tell us more about how music therapy is having a positive impact on patients and their treatment.

    Hope Journey: The Fight Against Child Suicide

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023


    In 2022, the leading cause of death for teens and young adults is suicide. Le Bonheur Children's Hospital has treated patients as young as 5 years old for self-injury, suicidal thoughts, and suicide attempt. Those who attempt or die by suicide do so because they cannot imagine a better day. For more than 71 years, the journey to a healthier childhood has led thousands of children and their families to Le Bonheur. That's why Le Bonheur was one of only 16 hospitals in the country selected to develop a pediatric-specific approach to the youth mental health crisis, through a grant made possible by Children's Hospital Association, Cardinal Health, and Zero Suicide. Le Bonheur's program is called Hope Journey. Senior Director of Emergency Services Barbie Stewart is here to talk about childhood suicide and how we can help in the fight to keep children safe.

    Jason Johnson, MD, MHS-Physician BioPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023


    Meet Dr. Jason Johnson, Associate Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and Director of Cardiac MRI at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital!

    The ABC's of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023


    Parents may find that their children are in need of extra help and support in school. It can be overwhelming to know where to start in order to ensure your child is supported and thriving at school. Many students are eligible for special education services in the form of an individualized education program (IEP). Parents and guardians of students with disabilities or special health care needs are important members of their child's education team. Katy Ramsey-Mason, a Memphis CHILD attorney and professor at University of Memphis Law School, is here to discuss how ¬IEPs work and how to use these services to help your child be as successful as possible in school.

    Unconventional Care: How Innovative NICU Programs Support Families and Babies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023


    Many factors impact the health and recovery of Le Bonheur's tiniest patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, also known as the NICU. Of course doctors provide expert medical care, but an army of people provide additional wraparound care for these patients and their families for a range of needs, including development, parent engagement and mental health. Hear from just a few of those individuals who have brought unique programs to the NICU – all with the aim of improving outcomes, meeting milestones and decreasing the length of hospital stays.

    Understanding Acne: When to Seek Help from a Pediatric Dermatologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023


    The winter season is often a joyous time full of celebrations and fun activities. For many, it's also a time of difficulty for our skin, and it can be even more difficult to manage the skin troubles that might arise for your little ones. Here to speak with us today is Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Dr. Teresa Wright, to share some tips on how to safely protect your child's skin this winter.

    Vaping Me Sick: An Epidemic Among Teens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023


    Teens are becoming increasingly dependent on and addicted to vapes. The trendy electronic cigarettes have become a way for many kids to ‘fit in' or relieve stress. However, the adverse effects of vaping put adolescents at a serious health risk.Dr. Catherine Sanders, a pulmonologist at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, is here to discuss the dangers of the popular habit of vaping among the pediatric population.

    Winter Skin Care Advice from a Pediatric Dermatologist

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023


    The winter season is often a joyous time full of celebrations and fun activities. For many, it's also a time of difficulty for our skin, and it can be even more difficult to manage the skin troubles that might arise for your little ones. Here to speak with us today is Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, Dr. Teresa Wright, to share some tips on how to safely protect your child's skin this winter.

    Dr. Holder BioPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2023


    Meet Dr. Christen Holder, clinical director of Pediatric Neuropsychology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Dr. Holder specializes in helping kids with epilepsy but has expanded her expertise to work with children with neuropsychological needs across the hospital. Her goal is to help families understand their child's condition and help their child best succeed.

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    Ear Tubes: Everything a Parent Needs to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023


    Ear infections are one of the most common medical issues for babies and toddlers. It can be a frustrating cycle for parents before it is recommended that your child get ear tubes.Dr. Anthony Sheyn, Division Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, is here to help parents understand everything they need to know about ear tubes.

    Dr. Gipson: Physician BioPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023


    Child Neurologist and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Specialist Tanjala Gipson, MD, works with kids with diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, behavioral challenges and other special needs. After having difficulty finding care for her son who born with developmental delays, she knew she wanted to specialize in providing excellent care for children with special needs. Learn more about Dr. Gipson in this episode of the Peds Pod.

    Dr. Giel: Physician BioPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023


    Meet Dr. Dana Giel, one of the pediatric urologists at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. From a very young age, she knew she wanted to be a doctor. Drawn to the surgical side of medicine, Dr. had colleagues that guided her to urology where she could get to know patients in clinic and work with her hands in operating room. Learn more about her career path, how she has balanced work and family and her passion for the city of Memphis in this episode of the Peds Pod.

    Dr. Martinez: Physician BioPod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023


    Meet Dr. Hugo Martinez, director of Cardiovascular Genetics and co-director of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Program at Le Bonheur. In this episode of the Peds Pod, learn more about Dr. Martinez, why he chose to become a doctor and what he likes to do when he's not helping the children at Le Bonheur's Heart Institute.

    Craniosynostosis in Babies: Diagnosis, Treatment and Prognosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022


    Sometimes the bones of a baby's skull join together too early in a condition called craniosynostosis. Dr. Paul Klimo, chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Le Bonheur, discusses the signs and treatments of this relatively common condition.

    Coping with Trauma

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022


    Le Bonheur mothers share their stories and struggles of having a hospitalized child.

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    Evidence-Based Breastfeeding Tips for New Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022


    Being a new mom can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. Breastfeeding can be stressful, but it's not something moms have to tackle alone. Seeking help from a lactation consultant can improve the experience for both mom and baby.  Here to talk with us today is Le Bonheur nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Helen Scott to share evidence-based breastfeeding information for new moms.

    ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022


    Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, known as ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood.  Here to talk more about what every parent needs to know about ADHD is Colby Butzon, PhD, a licensed Le Bonheur Children's psychologist who sees patients at Pediatric Associates in Memphis.

    Summertime RSV & What to Expect for Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022


    Across the nation, health care providers are seeing more little ones contract respiratory syncytial virus, most commonly known as RSV. The virus typically peaks in winter months, but for the last two years, we have seen summer surges. RSV is extremely transmissible and can be dangerous for infants or young children. Most children will get RSV by the time they are two years old. Medical Director of Infection Prevention Dr. Nick Hysmith is here to explain why we are seeing more summer cases of RSV, what signs and symptoms to look for and what parents can expect this winter.

    Monkeypox: What is it? What Should Parents Know?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022


    Le Bonheur Children's Medical Director of Infection Preventions discusses monkeypox, what it is, what parents should know and how parents can keep their kids safe.

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