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Is the "best" hospital just about technology and surgical success? Ben Harder, the journalist who oversees the methodology and data for the U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals Rankings (2025), joins Katie to break down what truly defines quality in pediatric care. Ben shares his deeply personal family story—a tragedy 50 years in the past that drives his commitment to making data-driven information accessible today. This episode is a crucial guide for parents, explaining the three core pillars of the rankings: structure/resources, processes of care, and patient outcomes. We dive into why essential human-focused services like Child Life Specialists, chaplains, and family advisory boards are included in the scorecard and how they influence the rankings. Ben illuminates the challenge faced by these vital "cost centers" in a revenue-driven healthcare system, and offers a powerful message: parents are the strongest possible advocates for their children, and they should use every resource available—including the U.S. News data—to make informed, collaborative choices for their child's care team. Guest Links U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals Rankings: All data is freely available for families to research hospitals by region and specialty. Website: US News Press Release Episode Highlights & Key Takeaways The Personal Motivation: Ben shares the heartbreaking story of his cousin, whose permanent brain injury after a heart surgery complication 50 years ago lacked the complete care team needed to ensure a good outcome—a void the U.S. News data is designed to fill today. The Three Pillars of Ranking: US News analyzes over 1,000 data points grouped into: 1) Resources/Structure (nurses, expertise, technology, child life services), 2) Processes of Care (following best practices, infection control), and 3) Outcomes (survival, length of stay, quality of life). The Honor Roll: The 2025 Honor Roll features the top 10 hospitals recognized for high performance across multiple specialties, including: Boston Children's Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Cincinnati Children's, Texas Children's Hospital, and others. A Piece of the Puzzle: The rankings are one resource to use alongside insurance coverage, geographic location, and most importantly, consulting your child's doctors and trusting your parental intuition. The Value of Human Support: Services like Child Life Specialists, support groups, and family advisory boards are included in the structural data points, serving as a motivator for hospitals to invest in comprehensive, family-centered care. Advocacy is Essential: Ben gives parents permission to advocate relentlessly, reminding them they know their child best. Collaborating with—not simply questioning—the care team can be life-saving. Chapters: Timestamp Topic 0:00 Ben Harder's Personal Connection to Hospital Rankings 1:03 The Official Launch of the U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals 2025 3:20 US News Honor Roll: The Top 10 Children's Hospitals 4:26 FREE COURSE Ad: Shots, Blood Draws & Comfort Positioning 5:35 Meet Ben Harder: Journalist, Father, and Best Hospitals Lead 7:59 The 3 Pillars of US News Ranking Methodology (1000+ Data Points) 11:37 The Role of Expert Work Groups in Defining Data 13:58 The Future of Family Expertise in Shaping Rankings 16:59 How Families Should Use the U.S. News Rankings 21:09 Why Child Life Services and Support Resources Matter in Rankings 25:12 Why Support Services are Overlooked: Revenue vs. Cost Centers 27:54 Ben Harder's Personal Story: The Tragic Need for Comprehensive Care 31:00 The Efficacy and Impact of Child Life Specialists 34:36 What Families Should Expect and Ask For: Advocacy Permission 38:23 Where to Find the U.S. News Best Children's Hospitals Rankings 38:58 Disclaimer   Resources for You 1. Unlock Two FREE Courses (Value $250+) We want to equip you to better support your child during medical experiences! Get our popular courses "How to Prepare, Support, and Respond to Your Child During Shots, Blood Draws, and Vaccines" AND "How to Use Comfort Positioning in Pediatrics" completely free. How to Get It: Leave a written review for the Child Life On Call podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Take a quick screenshot of your submitted review. Email the screenshot to: podcast@childlifeoncall.com 2. Connect with Child Life On Call Website: ChildLifeOnCall.com Instagram: @ChildLifeOnCall Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. The host and guests are not licensed therapists or medical doctors. Always consult with your child's qualified medical professional for advice specific to your family's situation.  

Game on! Host Bo McMillian sits down with Child Life Specialist Matt Flynn on the latest episode of the Young & Healthy Podcast to talk about video games, screen time and healthy gaming habits. They talk about the game worlds kids love and balancing them with the real world.  Matt explains the difference between passive scrolling on TikTok and active video gaming. He also shares his thoughts on how electronics and games can both support and challenge childhood development. Spoiler, there are skills kids can learn from gaming that can be applied to real-life situations. Listeners will learn how to keep their kids safe in online gaming and make sure that their children are connecting instead of isolating themselves. Whether you're a parent, educator, or gamer, this episode offers practical insights on screen time, healthy gaming habits, and childhood growth. Power up, grab a seat and dive in for an insightful conversation.  Resources:  To learn more about Child Life at Cincinnati Children's, visit Child Life | Child and Adolescent Psychiatry  To learn more about game ratings, visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website ESRB Ratings | Entertainment Software Rating Board  For other media and entertainment information to keep your family up to date on all things media, visit the following websites:  Common Sense Media: Age-Based Media Reviews for Families | Common Sense Media  TechCrunch | Startup and Technology News  WIRED - The Latest in Technology, Science, Culture and Business | WIRED  Chapter Markers:  00:00:53 – What is a Child Life Specialist?  00:02:31 – Is There a Difference Between Scrolling and Playing Games?  00:05:21 – In What Ways Do Electronics and Games Support Childhood Development?  00:07:25 – How Can Skills Learned from Games Apply to Life?  00:11:37 – Do Video Games Negatively Impact Childhood Development?  00:13:22 – Are There Signs Screen Time Is Affecting Your Child?  00:17:15 – How Can Parents Decide if a Game Is Appropriate for Their Child?  00:22:10 – How Can Parents Keep Kids Safe in Online Games?  00:26:48 – How Can Families Make Games Feel Connecting, Not Isolating?  00:28:15 – Final Thoughts and Wrap Up. 

Pediatrician Dr. Paul Bunch consults Dr. Nelson Rosen from the Division of Pediatric Surgery on pilonidal cysts. Episode recorded on July 30, 2025.  Resources discussed in this episode: Community Practice Support Tool  We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity." Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. To Claim Credit: Click "Launch Activity." Click "Launch Website" to access and listen to the podcast. After listening to the entire podcast, click "Post Test" and complete.   Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physician:  Cincinnati Children's designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  Nursing:  This activity is approved for a maximum 0.75 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. ABP MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to 0.75 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates. Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.75 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.75 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.75 hours), Nursing CE (0.75 hours)

In this episode, we talk with two authors who have papers featured in the special issue of the Journal of Genetic Counseling on Research Methods in Genetic Counseling. In the first segment we explore implementation science and its utilization in bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. In our second segment, we talk to an author about retrospective chart reviews and the benefits and drawbacks of this methodology.   Segment 1: A guide to utilizing implementation science for genetic counseling   Alanna Kulchak Rahm is a certified genetic counselor and implementation scientist with a PhD in Health and Behavioral Science. She has spent her career specializing in the implementation of genomics and precision health in healthcare systems. For over 25 years, she has conducted research on the utilization of genetic information by individuals and healthcare systems, new paradigms for identifying individuals with genomic risk, and new service delivery models for genomic testing. She has been a driver for the integration of implementation science and patient engagement to understand and study the integration of genomics into the learning health system, and is a tireless advocate of implementation science in genetic counseling. She has participated in and led many workshops and trainings on implementation science in genetics, serving as a faculty mentor for the NIH Training in Dissemination and Implementation Research in Cancer (TIDIRC) and recently as a co-lead of the Training in Dissemination and Implementation Research in Genomics and Precision Public Health (TIDIR-GPPH). She is currently a Program Director in the Division of Genomic Medicine at the National Human Genome Institute (NHGRI) where she directs the Network of Genomics-Enabled Learning Health Systems and other programs and continues to advance the integration of implementation science and genomics.   In this segment we discuss: Implementation science (IS) as a bridge between research and clinical practice in genetic counseling Misconceptions about IS, key frameworks like RE-AIM, and practical applications in daily work Using IS to identify and reduce inequities in genomic medicine Future integration of IS into training, research, and professional practice Link to the 2025 annual conference on dissemination and implementation    Segment 2: Leveraging hindsight: A retrospective chart review how-to for genetic counselors   Dr. Ramsey is the Section Chief of Individualized Therapeutics in the Division of Clinical Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutic Innovation at Children's Mercy. She is leading the implementation of a pharmacogenomics program that is fully integrated with the electronic health record, developing model-informed decision support for several medications, and Co-director of their Pediatric Clinical Pharmacology Fellowship Program. Before joining Children's Mercy, Dr. Ramsey was an Associate Professor and co-director of the Genetic Pharmacology Service at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in Pharmacogenetics at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and received her PhD in Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology and Genetics from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities. Dr. Ramsey is interested in all aspects of pharmacogenetics, from basic research to implementation in patient care.   In this segment we discuss: The role of retrospective chart reviews in genetic counseling research Common pitfalls such as unclear aims, time demands, and data extraction challenges Strategies for success, including SOPs, REDCap, and multidisciplinary collaboration Lessons learned on refining criteria, ensuring data quality, and team engagement   Would you like to nominate a JoGC article to be featured in the show? If so, please fill out this nomination submission form here. Multiple entries are encouraged including articles where you, your colleagues, or your friends are authors.   Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Dialogues! In the meantime, listen to all our episodes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Dialogues”.    For more information about this episode visit dnadialogues.podbean.com, where you can also stream all episodes of the show. Check out the Journal of Genetic Counseling here for articles featured in this episode and others.    Any questions, episode ideas, guest pitches, or comments can be sent into DNADialoguesPodcast@gmail.com.    DNA Dialogues' team includes Jehannine Austin, Naomi Wagner, Khalida Liaquat, Kate Wilson and DNA Today's Kira Dineen. Our logo was designed by Ashlyn Enokian. Our current intern is Stephanie Schofield. 

Suspicious crash in Ottawa County was apparently a murder-suicide; former Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplain freed from ICE detention; final step in the recall of embattled Cleveland Heights mayor now taking place; Ohio medical marijuana patients may have had personal data compromised.

Is that penicillin or amoxicillin allergy real? Probably not. In this episode, we explore how to assess risk, talk to parents, and refer for delabeling. You'll also learn what happens in the allergy clinic, why the label matters, and how to be a better antimicrobial steward. Learning Objectives Describe the mechanisms and clinical manifestations of immediate and delayed hypersensitivity reactions to penicillin, including diagnostic criteria and risk stratification tools such as the PEN-FAST score. Differentiate between low-, moderate-, and high-risk penicillin allergy histories in pediatric patients and identify appropriate candidates for direct oral challenge or allergy referral based on current evidence and guidelines. Formulate an evidence-based approach for evaluating and counseling families in the Emergency Department about reported penicillin allergies, including when to recommend outpatient referral for formal delabeling. Connect with Brad Sobolewski PEMBlog: PEMBlog.com Blue Sky: @bradsobo X (Twitter): @PEMTweets Instagram: Brad Sobolewski References Khan DA, Banerji A, Blumenthal KG, et al. Drug Allergy: A 2022 Practice Parameter Update. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2022;150(6):1333-1393. doi:10.1016/j.jaci.2022.08.028 Moral L, Toral T, Muñoz C, et al. Direct Oral Challenge for Immediate and Non-Immediate Beta-Lactam Allergy in Children. Pediatr Allergy Immunol. 2024;35(3):e14096. doi:10.1111/pai.14096 Castells M, Khan DA, Phillips EJ. Penicillin Allergy. N Engl J Med. 2019;381(24):2338-2351. doi:10.1056/NEJMra1807761 Shenoy ES, Macy E, Rowe T, Blumenthal KG. Evaluation and Management of Penicillin Allergy: A Review.JAMA. 2019;321(2):188–199. doi:10.1001/jama.2018.19283 Transcript Note: This transcript was partially completed with the use of the Descript AI and the Chat GPT 5 AI  Welcome to PEM Currents, the Pediatric Emergency Medicine podcast. As always, I'm your host, Brad Sobolewski, and today we are taking on a label that's misleading, persistent. Far too common penicillin allergy, it's often based on incomplete or inaccurate information, and it may end up limiting safe and effective treatment, especially for the kids that we see in the emergency department. I think you've all seen a patient where you're like. I don't think this kid's really allergic to amoxicillin, but what do you do about it? In this episode, we're gonna break down the evidence, walk through what actually happens during de labeling and dedicated allergy clinics. Highlight some validated tools like the pen FAST score, which I'd never heard of before. Preparing for this episode and discuss the current and future role of ED based penicillin allergy testing. Okay, so about 10% of patients carry a penicillin allergy label, but more than 90% are not truly allergic. And this label can be really problematic in kids. It limits first line treatment choices like amoxicillin, otitis media, or penicillin for strep throat, and instead. Kids get prescribed second line agents that are less effective, broader spectrum, maybe more toxic or poorly tolerated and associated with a higher risk of antimicrobial resistance. So it's not just an EMR checkbox, it's a label with some real clinical consequences. And it's one, we have a role in removing. And so let's understand what allergy really means. And most patients with a reported penicillin allergy, especially kids, aren't true allergies in the immunologic sense. Common misinterpretations include a delayed rash, a maculopapular, or viral exum, or benign, delayed hypersensitivity, side effects, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. And unverified childhood reactions that are undocumented and nonspecific. Most of these are not true allergies. Only a very small subset of patients actually have IgE mediated hypersensitivity, such as urticaria, angioedema, wheezing, and anaphylaxis. These are super rare, and even then they may resolve over time without treatment. If a parent or sibling has a history of a penicillin allergy, remember that patient might actually not be allergic, and that is certainly not a reason to label a child as allergic just because one of their first degree relatives has an allergy. So right now, in 2025, as I'm recording this episode, there are clinics like the Pats Clinic or the Penicillin Allergy Testing Services at Cincinnati Children's and in a lot of our peer institutions that are at the forefront of modern de labeling. Their approach reflects the standard of care as outlined by the. Quad ai or the American Academy of Allergy, asthma and Immunology and supported by large trials like Palace. And you know, you have a great trial if you have a great acronym. So here's what happens step by step. So first you stratify the risk. How likely is this to be a true allergy? And that's where a tool like the pen fast comes. And so pen fast scores, a decision rule developed to help assess the likelihood of a true penicillin allergy based on the patient's history. The pen in pen fast is whether or not the patient has a self-reported history of penicillin allergy. They get two points if the reaction occurred in the past five years. Two points if the reaction is anaphylaxis or angioedema. One point if the reaction required treatment, and one point if the reaction was not due to testing. And so you can get a total score of. Up to six points. If you have a score of less than three. This is a low risk patient and they can be eligible for direct oral challenge. A score greater than three means they're higher risk and they may require skin testing. First validation studies show that the PEN FFA score of less than three had a negative predictive value of 96.3%. Meaning a very, very low chance of a true allergy. And this tool has been studied more extensively in adults, but pediatric specific adaptations are emerging, and they do inform current allergy clinic protocols. But I would not use this score in the emergency department just to give a kid a dose of amoxicillin. So. For low risk patients, a pen fast score of less than three or equivalent clinical judgment clinics proceed with direct oral challenge with no skin testing required. The protocol is they administer one dose of oral amoxicillin and they observe for 62 120 minutes monitoring for signs of reaction Urticaria. Respiratory symptoms or GI upset. This approach is safe and effective. There was a trial called Palace back in 2022, which validated this in over 300 children. In adolescents. There were no serious events that occurred. De labeling was successful in greater than 95% of patients. And skin tested added no benefit in low risk patients. So if the child tolerates this dose, then you can remove that allergy immediately from the chart. Parents and primary care doctors will receive a summary letter noting that the challenge was successful and that there's new guidance. Children and families are told they can safely receive all penicillins going forward. And providers are encouraged to document this clearly in the allergy section of the EMR. So you're wondering, can we actually do this in the emergency department? Technically, yes, you can do what you want, but practically we're not quite there yet. So we'd need clearer risk stratification tools like the Pen fast, a safe place for monitoring, post challenge, clinical pathways and documentation support. You know, a clear way to update EMR allergy labels across the board and involvement or allergy or infectious disease oversight. But it's pretty enticing, right? See a kid you diagnose otitis media. You think that their penicillin allergy is wrong, you just give 'em a dose of amox and watch 'em for an hour. That seems like a pretty cool thing that we might be able to do. So some centers, especially in Canada and Australia, do have some protocols for ED or inpatient based de labeling, but they rely on that structured implementation. So until then, our role in the pediatric emergency department is to identify low risk patients, avoid over document. Unconfirmed reactions and refer to allergy ideally to a clinic like the pets. So who should be referred and good candidates Include a child with a rash only, especially one that's remote over a year ago. Isolated GI symptoms. Parents unsure of the details at all. No history of anaphylaxis wheezing her hives, and no recent serious cutaneous reactions. I would avoid referring and presume that this allergy is true. If they've had recent anaphylaxis, they've had something like Stevens Johnson syndrome dress, or toxic epidermolysis necrosis. Fortunately, those are very, very rare with penicillins and there's a need for penicillin during the ED visit without allergy backup. So even though we don't have an ED based protocol yet. De labeling amoxicillin or penicillin allergy can start with good questions in the emergency department. So here's one way to talk to patients and families. You can say, thanks for letting me know about the amoxicillin allergy. Can I ask you a few questions to better understand what happened? This is gonna help us decide the safest and most effective treatment for your child today, and then possibly go through a process to remove a label for this allergy that might not be accurate. You wanna ask good, open-ended questions. What exactly happened when your child took penicillin or amoxicillin? You know, look for rash, hives, swelling, trouble breathing, or anaphylaxis. Many families just say, allergic, when the reaction was just GI upset, diarrhea or vomiting, which is not an allergy. How old was your child when this happened? Reactions that occurred before age of three are more likely to be falsely attributed. How soon after taking the medicine did the reaction start? Less than one hour is an immediate reaction, but one hour to days later is delayed. Usually mild and probably not a true allergy. Did they have a fever, cold or virus at that time? Viral rashes are often misattributed to antibiotics, and we shouldn't be treating viruses with antibiotics anyway, so get good at looking at ears and know what you're seeing. And have they taken similar antibiotics since then? Like. Different penicillins, Augmentin, or cephalexin. So if they said that they were allergic to amoxicillin, but then somehow tolerated Augmentin. They're not allergic. If a patient had rash only, but no hive swelling or difficulty breathing, no reaction within the first hour. It occurred more than five years ago or before the kid was three. And especially if they tolerated beta-lactam antibiotics. Since then, they're a great candidate for de labeling and I would refer that kid to the allergy clinic. Generally, they can get them in pretty darn quick. Alright, we're gonna wrap up this episode. Most kids labeled penicillin allergic or amoxicillin allergic, or not actually allergic to the medication. There are some scores like pen fasts that are validated tools to assess risk and support de labeling. Direct oral challenge for most patients is safe, efficient, and increasingly the standard of care. There are allergy clinics like the Pats at Cincinnati Children's that can dela children in a single visit with oral challenges alone, needing no skin testing, and emergency departments can play a key role in identifying and referring these patients and possibly de labeling ourselves in the future. Well, that's all for this episode on Penicillin Allergy. I hope you learn something new, especially how to assess whether an allergy label is real, how to ask the right questions and when to refer to an allergy testing clinic. If you have feedback, send it my way. Email, comment on the blog, a message on social media. I always appreciate hearing from you all, and if you like this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast app. Really helps more people find the show and that's great 'cause I like to teach people stuff. Thanks for listening for PEM Currents, the Pediatric Emergency Medicine podcast. This has been Brad Sobolewski. See you next time.

Dr. Linda Chu speaks with Dr. Andrew Trout, Professor of Radiology and Director of Clinical Research at Cincinnati Children's, and Dr. Erin Angel, Vice President of Research and Scientific Affairs at GE HealthCare. They discuss the unique challenges of pediatric imaging and how collaboration and technology are advancing care for young patients while improving imaging for all. Sponsored by GE HealthCare.

Pediatrician Dr. Paul Bunch consults Dr. Kristen Reilly from the Division of Adolescent Medicine on adolescent substance use. Episode recorded on June 12, 2025.  Resources discussed in this episode: Community Practice Support Tool  S2BI  Crafft We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity." Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. To Claim Credit: Click "Launch Activity." Click "Launch Website" to access and listen to the podcast. After listening to the entire podcast, click "Post Test" and complete.   Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physician:  Cincinnati Children's designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  Nursing:  This activity is approved for a maximum 0.50 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. ABP MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to 0.50 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates. Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.50 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.50 hours), Nursing CE (0.50 hours)      

Emergencies like natural disasters, fires, or even power outages can happen any time, and staying prepared can make all the difference. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Nathan Timm, medical director of emergency management at Cincinnati Children's, to explore easy ways families can prepare for unexpected situations without feeling stressed.   Dr. Timm shares advice on how to talk with kids about emergencies in a way that helps them feel safe and calm. He also gives tips on first aid kits, including items every household should have, how often to check it, and where to keep supplies in your family home for easy access. We also talk about fire safety, including checking  fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they are up to date. You'll also learn how to create a simple starter checklist to prepare for natural disasters.   This episode is packed with hospital recommended safety tips and small steps your family can take to make your home safer. Tune in to learn how a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your loved ones safe.  Resources mentioned in episode:  https://www.ready.gov/   Other Resources:  Emergency and Disaster Planning | Ongoing Support Resources  Disaster Preparedness Resources for Families   https://www.fema.gov/  For emergency kits and learn more about the Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/store/training-supplies 

In this episode, Dr. Steve Davis, President and CEO of Cincinnati Children's, shares how the organization is improving patient access, advancing pediatric subspecialty care, and expanding its global reach. He discusses the role of AI in addressing workforce shortages, building resilient leadership, and shaping the future of children's healthcare.

In this episode, Pastor Bryan Hudson, DMin, will host a conversation with Varon Cantrell, MD. He is a Board Certified Internist and Pediatrician who works for a Federally Qualified Health Center whose home base is in Indianapolis, Indiana. After Medical School, he completed his Combined Residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. He then completed one year as a Chief Resident in Internal Medicine while staffing/precepting the Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Clinic. ​ In July of 2010, Dr. Cantrell, joined a Federally Qualified Health Center in Indianapolis where he continues to work. He was the Lead Physician for the opening of a new Health Center on the Westside of Indianapolis that has grown from 1 Provider up to 7 and from 3,000 visits to over 14,000 visits in 7 years. ​ The timely topic of this episode is: “Chronic Disease Prevention: Reclaiming Health in the Black Faith Community." Join us for an empowering and solution-focused discussion on how faith, knowledge, and action can work together to transform health outcomes in our community. We’ll address the chronic diseases that disproportionately impact African Americans—such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease—and explore how churches and faith communities can be a vital partner in prevention, education, and healthy living. Through practical strategies, inspiring testimonies, and a commitment to holistic wellness, we’ll learn how to reclaim health, strengthen families, and honor God with our bodies. ​ Watch on YouTube. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Spotify. For program and podcast links to this and other programs, visit the New Covenant Church Health & Wellness in Focus webpage: https://www.newcovenant.org/hwif ​ Produced by Vision Communications Media LLC and Bryan Hudson, D.Min. http://visionmediaexperts.com We are affiliated with the Wellness Connection, Inc. https://www.wellnessconnectionindy.org

In this episode, Nicholas Archer, Vice President of Innovation Ventures at Cincinnati Children's, shares how his dual background in health systems and startups informs his work building a commercialization engine that speeds pediatric research to real-world impact. He discusses promising areas like regenerative medicine, the importance of partnerships, and his vision for advancing child health on a national and global scale.

Let's continue the conversation- send me a text!Joining a professional organization is more than paying dues—it's a powerful step toward building connections, influencing change, and amplifying your voice.In this episode, host Dr. Carrie Spangler sits down with Dr. Gina Hounam (Audiology Program Manager at Nationwide Children's in Ohio) and Dr. Maggie Kettler (Senior Clinical Director at Cincinnati Children's)  to explore the role professional organizations play in shaping the future of audiology and hearing healthcare. They share their personal journeys, the impact of getting involved, and practical ways you can start advocating—whether you're a student, new professional, or seasoned expert.For more information about today's guests, please reach out via emailGina.Hounam@nationwidechildrens.orgMargaret.Kettler@cchmc.orgFor more information about Dr. Carrie Spangler- check out her Linktree at https://linktr.ee/carrie.spangler. For transcripts of this episode- visit the podcast website at: https://empowearaudiology.buzzsprout.com

A new sense of urgency surrounds a Vermont State Police investigation into the 2024 death of a man who owned a cache of firearms later stolen and sold by his son. A former Cincinnati Children’s Hospital doctor is facing federal charges after investigators say they found more than 153,000 images and 470 videos of child sexual abuse material on his devices. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kids are endlessly curious—and somehow always getting into things. But what should you do if your child swallows something they shouldn't? On this episode of Young & Healthy, host Bo McMillan sits down with pediatric GI specialist, Dr. Alex Nasr, to talk through what parents and caregivers need to know in these scary moments.  Dr. Nasr dives into the most common objects kids swallow—coins, batteries, magnets and the newest shiny craze, water beads. He explains why batteries are especially dangerous and what steps to take if you suspect your child has swallowed a foreign object. Listeners will learn when it's time to visit urgent care or the emergency room, and what treatment to expect. Plus, Bo and Dr. Nasr share practical tips to help prevent kids swallowing things they shouldn't—and why it can be more common during the holidays.  So, grab your headphones (wired ones, if you can) and tune in to this vital conversation to help keep your family safe and healthy.  Resources:  To learn more about the Drug and Poison Information Center (DPIC) at Cincinnati Children's, visit https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/service/d/dpic    For free, confidential assistance 24/7/365, please call 1-800-222-1222 to speak with an expert at Ohio Poison Centers.   

In this new episode, Dr. Lauren focuses on the diagnostic odyssey of getting a genetic diagnosis with Drs. Ame Shillington and Sheldon Garrison. Dr. Shillington is a clinical geneticist and assistant professor from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Garrison is Research Scientist at Rogers Behavioral Health who is on our Scientific Advisory Committee. Did You Know!? The average delay from initial concern to genetic diagnosis of rare disorders like Phelan-McDermid syndrome is over 9 years!Of individuals who receive a genetic diagnosis due to neurodevelopmental concerns, approximately 90% see improvement in their treatment management and care after receiving the diagnosis! Tune in to hear more about the research behind the delayed diagnosis of rare genetic disorders like Phelan-McDermid syndrome, and what each is doing to help reduce this delay and increase access to genetic testing! Check out the papers mentioned in the podcast below to learn more: Dr. Sheldon Garrison: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40750893/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40252994/Dr. Ame Shillington: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37642312/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35769998/

Reference: Bourke EM, et al. PEAChY-O: Pharmacological Emergency Management of Agitation in Children and Young People: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Oral Medication. Annals of Emergency Medicine. Feb 2025 Date: April 29, 2025 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Brad Sobolewski, is a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Professor of Pediatrics at the University […] The post SGEM#480: In the End It Doesn't Even Matter: Oral Olanzapine or Diazepam for Pediatric Agitation first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

President Vlodomyr Zelenskky appears to have backtracked on an anti-corruption law he approved earlier this week after protesters accused him of stripping anti-corruption agencies of their independence. The Washington Post's Siobhan O'Grady tells us more. Then, Columbia University has reached a deal with the Trump administration. In return for a $200 million payment and other changes Columbia agreed to make, the government will restore $400 million in research funding it canceled in March. The Chronicle of Higher Education's Francie Diep joins us to explain what the deal means for colleges and universities across the country. And, music therapy can benefit patients with stress, anxiety and Alzheimer's disease. Nicole Altimier, a music therapist with Cincinnati Children's Hospital, joins us to discuss how music therapy works.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Pediatrician Dr. Paul Bunch consults Dr. Halley Wasserman and Dr. Chineze Ebo from the Cincinnati Children's Division of Endocrinology on precocious puberty.  Episode recorded on March 12, 2025. Resources discussed: - Precocious Puberty CPST We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity."   Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: Halley Wasserman - Grant/Research Support: Ultragenyx, Calcilytix; Paid Consultant: Kyowa Kirin, ViiV HealthCare All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. To Claim Credit: Click "Launch Activity." Click "Launch Website" to access and listen to the podcast. After listening to the entire podcast, click "Post Test" and complete.   Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physician:  Cincinnati Children's designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  Nursing:  This activity is approved for a maximum 0.75 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. ABP MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to 0.75 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates.   Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.75 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.75 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.75 hours), Nursing CE (0.75 hours)  

There's been a delay in the case of a former Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplain detained by ICE; former Ohio State wrestler Sammy Sasso arrested in Pennsylvania; Ohio's birth rate is dropping; it's opening day at the Ohio State Fair.

There's been a delay in the case of a former Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplain detained by ICE; former Ohio State wrestler Sammy Sasso arrested in Pennsylvania; Ohio's birth rate is dropping; it's opening day at the Ohio State Fair.

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of The WB Download, host Jeff Wieland welcomes Payton Obert and her mom, Jess Obert, to share the incredible journey behind Payton's Lemonade Stand. What started in 2017 as a simple way for young Payton to give back has since grown into a powerful nonprofit organization with over 100 locations in 2025. From raising $768 in its first year to an astonishing $35,000 in 2020, even during a pandemic. Payton's passion for helping others has made a lasting impact on Cincinnati Children's Hospital and many local organizations.Jeff talks with Payton about her goals, including her dreams of becoming a speech and language pathologist, while Jess shares the behind the scenes work of running their 501(c)(3) and keeping the momentum going.Tune in for laughter, inspiration, and a big dose of community pride as Jeff helps spread the word about the mission behind Payton's Lemonade Stand and the young woman who's proving you're never too small to make a big difference.Payton's Lemonade Stand Website - https://paytonslemonadestand.org/Payton's 8th Annual Lemonade Stand - July 26th, 2025Donate Now To Payton's Lemonade Stand - https://paytonslemonadestand.org/donate/Follow Payton's Lemonade Stand Facebook   InstagramEmail Jeff your comments, questions, and topic requests, or be a guest on The WB Download.Email: WBDOWNLOAD@wielandbuilders.comSee Wieland Builders custom home gallery  www.wielandbuilders.comSee podcast behind the scenes photosFollow Wieland Builders on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Houzz or Pinterest

Heavy rain has led to flooding south and east of Columbus; several people, including two journalists, were arrested after a protest over a Cincinnati Children's Hospital chaplain detained by ICE; US Rep. Jim Jordan deposed in the case of sexual abuse and rape by an OSU sports physician; Ohio first responders provide a bright spot for a Texas family affected by flooding.

“I was pumping in the NICU, feeling completely disconnected—and my husband looked at me and said, ‘Can you invite her in?' That moment changed everything. A nurse handed me a swab, I gave my baby colostrum for the first time, and I thought, ‘I'm a mommy.'” – Tanisha NICU mom and advocate Tanisha shares her deeply moving journey through an unexpected fetal diagnosis, a 157-day NICU stay, and the powerful moments that helped her reconnect with motherhood. Diagnosed at 20 weeks with Lower Urinary Tract Obstruction (LUTO)—a rare, life-threatening condition—Tanisha's son Jaleel faced impossible odds. From transferring care to Cincinnati Children's Hospital, navigating in-utero surgery, to forming a life-saving care team that included her husband and child life specialists, Tanisha's voice is a beacon of strength, love, and resilience.

Link for CME Credit Coming Soon! In this episode of Pediatrics Now, host and executive producer Holly Wayment welcomes back Dr. Ted Wu to explore the critical topic of sepsis in children. Dr. Wu, with 19 years of experience in pediatric critical care, discusses the intricacies of diagnosing and managing sepsis in neonates and infants, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and tailored treatment strategies. The episode delves into the latest research coming out of Cincinnati Children's Hospital, revealing groundbreaking techniques such as JEDI, which helps categorize sepsis patients based on genetic markers for more individualized care. Holly and Dr. Wu also touch upon real-life implications in pediatric practice, sharing essential warning signs of sepsis, particularly in viral seasons, and how general pediatricians can make critical interventions in the first hour of diagnosis. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of sepsis treatment, including the role of antibiotics, fluid management, and the complex decisions pediatric practitioners face in urgent care settings. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion that balances medical knowledge with practical, on-the-ground advice for those encountering this life-threatening condition.

In this episode of TAG Data Talk, Dr. Beverly Wright discusses with Bhavna Mehta , Assistant Vice President at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center: What are some examples of ways AI technology can support healthcare operations and decision making?Describe some of the challenges specific to healthcare when thinking about leveraging AI.How do you think AI will work with us in the future to support and improve community health?Bhavna Mehta, Senior Manager of Data Science at The Home DepotFollow Bhavna Mehta

Send us a textIn this episode of At the Bench, Drs. Misty Good and Betsy Crouch welcome Dr. Amélie Collins, an R01-funded neonatologist and associate professor at Cincinnati Children's. A classically trained immunologist turned hematopoietic stem cell biologist, Dr. Collins shares her journey from philosophy major at the University of Chicago to leading a research program focused on fetal myelopoiesis in the context of maternal inflammation.She discusses her training path through MD/PhD at NYU, her formative time in the labs of Dan Littman and Emmanuelle Passegué, and the critical mentorship moments that shaped her career. Dr. Collins offers an honest look at the challenges and joys of long training, pivoting research directions, and starting an independent lab. She reflects on the intersection of science and clinical care, grant writing as a creative exercise, and the importance of celebrating effort and submission, not just success.We also dive into her Cell paper on the extrinsic regulation of emergency myelopoiesis in the fetus, the role of maternal IL-10, and how her lab is exploring how hematopoietic stem cells mature and retain memory of early-life exposures.Dr. Collins leaves listeners with powerful advice: “Do it because you love it. This career demands a lot, including your time, energy, and weekends. But if you love it, it's worth it.”As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Description: Co-hosts Ryan Piansky, a graduate student and patient advocate living with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and eosinophilic asthma, and Holly Knotowicz, a speech-language pathologist living with EoE who serves on APFED's Health Sciences Advisory Council, interview Anna Henderson, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Northern Light Health in Maine, about bone mineral density in EoE patients. They discuss a paper she co-authored on the subject. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is designed to support, not replace, the relationship that exists between listeners and their healthcare providers. Opinions, information, and recommendations shared in this podcast are not a substitute for medical advice. Decisions related to medical care should be made with your healthcare provider. Opinions and views of guests and co-hosts are their own.   Key Takeaways: [:50] Co-host Ryan Piansky introduces the episode, brought to you thanks to the support of Education Partners Bristol Myers Squibb, Sanofi, Regeneron, and Takeda. Ryan introduces co-host Holly Knotowicz.   [1:17] Holly introduces today's topic, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), and bone density.   [1:22] Holly introduces today's guest, Dr. Anna Henderson, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Northern Light Health in Maine.   [1:29] During her pediatric and pediatric gastroenterology training at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, she took a special interest in eosinophilic esophagitis. In 2019, Dr. Henderson received APFED's NASPGHAN Outstanding EGID Abstract Award.   [1:45] Holly, a feeding therapist in Maine, has referred many patients to Dr. Henderson and is excited to have her on the show.   [2:29] Dr. Henderson is a wife and mother. She loves to swim and loves the outdoors. She practices general pediatric GI in Bangor, Maine, at a community-based academic center.   [2:52] Her patient population is the northern two-thirds of Maine. Dr. Henderson feels it is rewarding to bring her expertise from Cincinnati to a community that may not otherwise have access to specialized care.   [3:13] Dr. Henderson's interest in EoE grew as a GI fellow at Cincinnati Children's. Her research focused on biomarkers for disease response to dietary therapies and EoE's relationship to bone health.   [3:36] As a fellow, Dr. Henderson rotated through different specialized clinics. She saw there were many unanswered questions about the disease process, areas to improve treatment options, and quality of life for the patients suffering from these diseases.   [4:00] Dr. Henderson saw many patients going through endoscopies. She saw the social barriers for patients following strict diets. She saw a huge need in EoE and jumped on it.   [4:20] Ryan grew up with EoE. He remembers the struggles of constant scopes, different treatment options, and dietary therapy. Many people struggled to find what was best for them before there was a good approved treatment.   [4:38] As part of Ryan's journey, he learned he has osteoporosis. He was diagnosed at age 18 or 19. His DEXA scan had such a low Z-score that they thought the machine was broken. He was retested.   [5:12] Dr. Henderson explains that bone mineral density is a key measure of bone health and strength. Denser bones contain more minerals and are stronger. A low bone mineral density means weaker bones. Weaker bones increase the risk of fracture.   [5:36] DEXA scan stands for Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry scan. It's a type of X-ray that takes 10 to 30 minutes. A machine scans over their bones. Typically, we're most interested in the lumbar spine and hip bones.   [5:56] The results are standardized to the patient's height and weight, with 0 being the average. A negative number means weaker bones than average for that patient's height and weight. Anything positive means stronger bones for that patient's height and weight.   [6:34] A lot of things can affect a patient's bone mineral density: genetics, dietary history, calcium and Vitamin D intake, and medications, including steroid use. Prednisone is a big risk factor for bone disease.   [7:07] Other risk factors are medical and auto-immune conditions, like celiac disease, and age. Any patient will have their highest bone density in their 20s to 30s. Females typically have lower bone mineral density than males.   [7:26] The last factor is lifestyle. Patients who are more active and do weight-bearing exercises will have higher bone mineral density than patients who have more of a sedentary lifestyle.   [7:56] Ryan was told his bone mineral density issues were probably a side-effect of the long-term steroids he was on for his EoE. Ryan is now on benralizumab for eosinophilic asthma. He is off steroids.   [8:36] Dr. Henderson says the research is needed to find causes of bone mineral density loss besides glucocorticoids.   [8:45] EoE patients are on swallowed steroids, fluticasone, budesonide, etc. Other patients are on steroids for asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis. These may be intranasal steroids or topical steroids.   [9:01] Dr. Henderson says we wondered whether or not all of those steroids and those combined risks put the EoE population at risk for low bone mineral density. There's not a lot published in that area.   [9:14] We know that proton pump inhibitors can increase the risk of low bone mineral density. A lot of EoE patients are on proton pump inhibitors.   [9:23] That was where Dr. Henderson's interest started. She didn't have a great way to screen for bone mineral density issues or even know if it was a problem in her patients more than was expected in a typical patient population.   [9:57] Holly wasn't diagnosed with EoE until she was in her late 20s. She was undiagnosed but was given prednisone for her problems. Now she wonders if she should get a DEXA scan.   [10:15] Holly hopes the listeners will learn something and advocate for themselves or for their children.   [10:52] If a patient is concerned about their bone mineral density, talking to your PCP is a perfect place to start. They can discuss the risk factors and order a DEXA scan and interpret it, if needed.   [11:11] If osteoporosis is diagnosed, you should see an endocrinologist, specifically to discuss therapy, including medications called bisphosphonates.   [11:36] From an EoE perspective, patients can talk to their gastroenterologist about what bone mineral density risk factors may be and if multiple risk factors exist. Gastroenterologists are also more than capable of ordering DEXA scans and helping their patients along that journey.   [11:53] A DEXA scan is typically the way to measure bone mineral density. It's low radiation, it's easy, it's fast, and relatively inexpensive.   [12:10] It's also useful in following up over time in response to different interventions, whether or not that's stopping medications or starting medications.   [12:30] Dr. Henderson co-authored a paper in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, called “Prevalence and Predictors of Compromised Bone Mineral Density in Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis.” The study looked at potential variables.   [12:59] The researchers were looking at chronic systemic steroid use. They thought it was an issue in their patients, especially patients with multiple atopic diseases like asthma, eczema, and allergic rhinitis. That's where the study started.   [13:22] Over the years, proton pump inhibitors have become more ubiquitous, and more research has come out. The study tried to find out if this was an issue or not. There weren't any guidelines for following these patients, as it was a retrospective study.    [13:42] At the time, Dr. Henderson was at a large institution with a huge EoE population. She saw that she could do a study and gather a lot of information on a large population of patients. Studies like this are the start of figuring out the guidelines for the future.   [14:34] Dr. Henderson wanted to determine whether pediatric patients with EoE had a lower-than-expected bone mineral density, compared to their peers. [14:44] Then, if there were deficits, she wanted to determine where they were more pronounced. Were they more pronounced in certain subgroups of patients with EoE?   [14:59] Were they patients with an elemental diet? Patients with an elimination diet? Were they patients on steroids or PPIs? Were they patients with multiple atopic diseases? Is low bone mineral density just a manifestation of their disease processes?   [15:14] Do patients with active EoE have a greater propensity to have low bone mineral density? The study was diving into see what the potential risk factors are for this patient population.   [15:45] The study was a retrospective chart review. They looked at patients aged 3 to 21. You can't do a DEXA scan on a younger patient, and 21 is when people leave pediatrics.   [16:03] These were all patients who had the diagnosis of EoE and were seen at Cincinnati Children's in the period between 2014 and 2017. That period enabled full ability for chart review. Then they looked at the patients who had DEXA scans.   [16:20] They did a manual chart review of all of the patients and tried to tease out what the potential exposures were. They looked at demographics, age, sex, the age of the diagnosis of EoE, medications used, such as PPIs, and all different swallowed steroids.   [16:44] They got as complete a dietary history as they could: whether or not patients were on an elemental diet, whether that was a full elemental diet, whether they were on a five-food, six-food, or cow's milk elimination diet.   [16:58] They teased out as much as they could. One of the limitations of a retrospective chart review is that you can't get some of the details, compared to doing a prospective study. For example, they couldn't tease out the dosing or length of therapy, as they would have liked.   [17:19] They classified those exposures as whether or not the patient was ever exposed to those medications, whether or not they were taking them at the time of the DEXA scan, or if they had been exposed within the year before the DEXA scan.   [17:40] They also looked at whether the patients had other comorbid atopic disorders, to see if those played a role, as well.   [18:03] The study found that there was a slightly lower-than-expected bone mineral density in the patients. The score was -0.55, lower than average but not diagnostic of a low bone mineral density, which would be -2 or below.   [18:27] There were 23 patients with low bone mineral density scores of -2 or below. That was 8.6% of the study patients. Typically, only 2.5% of the population would have that score. It was hard to tease out the specific risk factors in a small population of 23.   [18:57] They looked at what the specific risk factors were that were associated with low bone mineral density, or bone mineral density in general.   [19:12] After moving from Colorado, Holly has transferred to a new care team, and doctors wanted her baseline Vitamin D and Calcium levels. No one had ever tested that on her before. Dr. Henderson says it's hard because there's nothing published on what to do.   [19:58] The biggest surprise in the study was that swallowed steroids, or even combined steroid exposure, didn't have any effect on bone mineral density. That was reassuring, in light of what is known about glucocorticoid use.   [20:16] The impact of PPI use was interesting. The study found that any lifetime use of PPIs did seem to decrease bone mineral density. It was difficult to tease out the dosing and the time that a patient was on PPIs.   [20:34] Dr. Henderson thinks that any lifetime use of PPIs is more of a representation of their cumulative use of PPIs. At the time of the study, from 2014 to 2017, PPIs were still very much first-line therapy for EoE; 97% of the study patients had taken PPIs at some time.   [21:02] There are so many more options now for therapy when a patient has a new diagnosis of EoE, especially with dupilumab now being an option.   [21:11] Dr. Henderson speaks of patients who started on PPIs and have stayed on them for years. This study allows her to question whether we need to continue patients on PPIs. When do we discuss weaning patients off PPIs, if appropriate?   [22:05] Ryan says these podcasts are a great opportunity for the community at large and also for the hosts. He just wrote himself a note to ask his endocrinologist about coming off PPIs.   [22:43] Dr. Henderson says that glucocorticoid use is a known risk factor for low bone mineral density and osteoporosis. In the asthma population, inhaled steroids can slightly decrease someone's growth potential while the patient is taking them.   [23:10] From those two facts, it was thought that swallowed steroids would have a similar effect. But since they're swallowed and not systemic, maybe things are different.   [23:23] It was reassuring to Dr. Henderson that what her study found was that the swallowed steroid didn't affect bone mineral density. There was one other study that found that swallowed steroids for EoE did not affect someone's height.   [23:51] Dr. Henderson clarifies that glucocorticoids include systemic steroids like prednisone and hydrocortisone.     [23:57] Based on Dr. Henderson's retrospective study, fluticasone as a swallowed steroid did not affect bone mineral density. It was hard to tease out the dosing, but the cumulative use did not seem to result in a deficit for bone mineral density.   [24:16] Holly shared that when she tells a family of a child she works with that the child's gastroenterologist will likely recommend steroids, she will now give them the two papers Dr. Henderson mentioned. There are different types of steroids. The average person doesn't know the difference.   [25:15] Dr. Henderson thinks that for patients who have multiple risk factors for low bone mineral density, it is reasonable to have a conversation about bone health with their gastroenterologist to see whether or not a DEXA scan would be worth it.   [25:56] If low bone mineral density is found, that needs to be followed up on.   [26:03] There are no great guidelines, but this study is a good start on what these potential risk factors are. We need some more prospective studies to look at these risk factors in more detail than Dr. Henderson's team teased out in this retrospective study.   [26:23] Dr. Henderson tells how important it is for patients to participate in prospective longitudinal studies for developing future guidelines.   [26:34] Holly points out that a lot of patients are on restrictive diets. It's important to think about the whole picture if you are starting a medication or an elimination, or a restricted diet. You have to think about the impact on your body, overall.   [27:11] People don't think of dietary therapy as medication, but it has risks and benefits involved, like a medication.   [27:50] Dr. Henderson says, in general, lifestyle management is the best strategy for managing bone health. Stay as active as you can with weight-bearing exercises and eating a well-balanced diet. If you are on a restrictive diet, make sure it's well-balanced.   [28:12] Dr. Henderson says a lot of our patients have feeding disorders, so they see feeding specialists like Holly. A balanced diet is hard when kids are very selective in their eating habits.   [29:10] Dr. Henderson says calcium and Vitamin D are the first steps in how we treat patients with low bone mineral density. A patient who is struggling with osteoporosis needs to discuss it with their endocrinologist for medications beyond supplementation.   [29:31] Ryan reminds listeners who are patients always to consult with their medical team. Don't go changing anything up just because of what we're talking about here. Ask your care team some good questions.   [29:47] Dr. Henderson would like families to be aware, first, that some patients with EoE will have bone mineral density loss, especially if they are on PPIs and restrictive diets. They should start having those discussions with their providers.   [30:04] Second, Dr. Henderson would like families to be reassured that swallowed steroids and combined steroid exposure didn't have an impact on bone mineral density. Everyone can take that away from today's chat.   [30:18] Lastly, Dr. Henderson gives another plug for patient participation in prospective studies, if they're presented with the opportunity. It's super important to be able to gather more information and make guidelines better for our patients. [30:35] Holly thanks Dr. Henderson for coming on Real Talk — Eosinophilic Diseases and sharing her insights on bone mineral density, and supporting patients in Maine.   [30:57] Dr. Henderson will continue to focus on the clinical side. She loves doing outreach clinics in rural Maine. It's rewarding, getting to meet all of these patients and taking care of patients who would otherwise have to travel hours to see a provider.   [32:01] Ryan thinks the listeners got a lot out of this. For our listeners who would like to learn more about eosinophilic disorders, please visit APFED.org and check out the links in the show notes.   [32:11] If you're looking to find specialists who treat eosinophilic disorders, we encourage you to use APFED's Specialist Finder at APFED.org/specialist.   [32:19] If you'd like to connect with others impacted by eosinophilic diseases, please join APFED's online community on the Inspire Network at APFED.org/connections.   [32:28] Ryan thanks Dr. Henderson for joining us today for this great conversation. Holly also thanks APFED's Education Partners Bristol Myers Squibb, Sanofi, Regeneron, and Takeda for supporting this episode.   Mentioned in This Episode: Anna Henderson, MD, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Northern Light Health in Maine Cincinnati Children's “Prevalence and Predictors of Compromised Bone Mineral Density in Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis.” Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition   APFED on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram Real Talk: Eosinophilic Diseases Podcast apfed.org/specialist apfed.org/connections   Education Partners: This episode of APFED's podcast is brought to you thanks to the support of Bristol Myers Squibb, Sanofi, Regeneron, and Takeda.   Tweetables:   “DEXA scan stands for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan. It's a type of X-ray where a patient lies down for 10 to 30 minutes. A machine scans over their bones. Typically, we're most interested in the lumbar spine and hip bones.” — Anna Henderson, MD   “We wondered whether or not all of those steroids and those combined risks even put our EoE population at risk for low bone mineral density. There's not a lot published in that area.” — Anna Henderson, MD   “If a patient is worried [about their bone mineral density], their PCP is a perfect place to start for that. They're more than capable of discussing the risk factors specific for that patient, ordering a DEXA scan, and interpreting it if need be.” — Anna Henderson, MD   “I think we need some more prospective studies to look at these risk factors in a little bit more detail than we were able to tease out in our retrospective review.” — Anna Henderson, MD   “Just another plug for the participation in prospective studies, if you're presented with the opportunity. It's super important to be able to gather more information and to be able to make guidelines better for our patients about these risks.” — Anna Henderson, MD

Firearm injuries are the leading cause of death in children in the United States. This public health issue is heartbreaking, but it's also preventable. In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Richard Falcone, pediatric trauma surgeon and chief of staff at Cincinnati Children's, to talk about practical steps families can take to keep kids safe.   We discuss the importance of firearm storage, different storage options and how to set clear boundaries with family or friends who may have firearms in their homes. Dr. Falcone also shares advice on how to talk to kids about firearm safety and why it's okay—and encouraged—to bring up firearm safety with your pediatrician.  Whether you own firearms or your child may be around them in other homes, this episode offers guidance on how we can advocate for our kids and protect them from firearms.  

In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, co-hosts Megan Murphy and Jen Smith speak with Megan Horsley on her involvement with an intensive tube feed weaning program.  Megan is a pediatric dietitian at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. She has 18 years of experience in pediatrics with a focus in cardiology and currently practices as a Lead dietitian as well as a cardiac float, serving all areas of cardiology (the Critical Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, the Acute Care Cardiology Unit and Outpatient Cardiology). Her most recent work has involved establishing a tube wean program in 2020 for heart patients which focuses on optimizing oral skills and getting them safely off their feeding tube.She is a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician and in addition maintains her Certification as a Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition. She is involved in many projects, research, and quality improvement work, including the National Pediatric Cardiology Quality Improvement Collaborative (NPC-QIC), the Advanced Cardiac Therapies Improving Outcomes Network (ACTION) and the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society (PCICS). She has also served as a board member of the Congenital Heart Alliance of Cincinnati since 2017 and is a member of the Prolacta Clinical Advisory Board (PCAB) since 2019. Megan has eighteen years of professional practice in pediatric nutrition and twenty-one years of personal experience as a heart mom herself. She plans on continuing to concentrate her efforts on improving the nutritional care, experience and outcomes for all children affected by congenital heart disease.Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition.Resources:Tool Kit: NPC-QIC Tube Weaning — NPC-QICKaskie, S., Horsley, M., & Marcuccio, E. (2024). Experiences in Tube Weaning Children with Congenital Heart Disease and Oral Feeding Aversion. Pediatric Cardiology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-024-03515-8Wong, J., Loomba, R., Allen, K. Y., Chan, T., Coolidge, N., Del Grippo, E., Horsley, M., Slater, N., Spader-Cloud, M., Steltzer, M., & Marcuccio, E. (2024). Structured Tube Weaning Using the Hunger Provocation Method in Infants with Single Ventricle Heart Defects: A Multicenter Study. Pediatric Cardiology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-024-03558-xHorsley, M., Hill, G. D., Kaskie, S., Schnautz, M., Brown, J., & Marcuccio, E. (2022). Evaluation of an Outpatient and Telehealth Initiative to Reduce Tube Dependency in Infants with Complex Congenital Heart Disease. Pediatric Cardiology, 43(7), 1429–1437. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00246-022-02864-6Weaning from a feeding tube in children with congenital heart disease: A review of the literature: www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1058981321000801?via%3DihubCardiology Feeding Tube Wean ClinicProduced by: Corey IrwinNASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionalscpnp@naspghan.org

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chris Dandoy, Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and bone marrow transplant physician at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Dr. Dandoy shares his deep experience working with adolescents and young adults (AYAs), focusing on the unique challenges they face during and after cancer treatment. Our conversation centers around empowering AYAs to take ownership of their healthcare journey, improving outcomes, and restoring quality of life.Dr. Dandoy introduces us to Engraft, a collaborative learning network he founded, which unites providers, patients, families, industry partners, and nonprofits to improve survival and quality of life post-stem cell transplant. Rather than each center working in isolation, Engraft allows for real-time communication and problem-solving across 15 centers, helping everyone learn from each other's best practices.A core message in our conversation is the importance of ownership—encouraging AYAs to ask questions, understand their medications, and advocate for themselves. We explore the concept of “ownership” through examples, like advocating for the removal of central lines after they're no longer medically necessary, and understanding the role and risks of medications such as immunosuppressants and anti-infectives.Dr. Dandoy walks us through strategies to support medication adherence, such as using reminder apps, setting daily routines, and involving friends or caregivers for support. He also emphasizes the temporary nature of this intense medication schedule, helping patients see it as a phase, not a life sentence.We highlight how important it is for AYAs to stay engaged—learning about their labs, asking what new medications are for, and writing down questions for their healthcare team. Chris stresses that they don't have to memorize everything; the goal is communication and awareness, not perfection.For caregivers, Chris offers validation and encouragement, reminding them this is a marathon with tough stretches, but also moments of progress. He urges caregivers to walk beside their loved ones—not behind or in front—fostering independence and shared decision-making.Dr. Dandoy closes with an inspiring story of a young survivor who endured ICU-level complications but is now back to running races and embracing life fully. It's a powerful reminder that while the transplant journey is grueling, it's also transformative.More:Engraft Learning Network: https://www.engraftlearningnetwork.org/Thanks to our Season 17 Sponsors:Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS): https://lls.org/and Incyte: https://incyte.com/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.To participate in the GVHD Mosaic, click here: https://amp.livemosaics.com/gvhd

In this episode, guest host Molly Winget, CO and prosthetic resident at Boston O&P, talks with Chelsey Anderson, Pediatrics Research Fellow at Cincinnati Children's Hospital, about the critical role of shared decision making in prosthetic and orthotic care. They explore the difference between simply offering choices and genuinely involving patients and families in the care process. The conversation also highlights the value of evidence-based practice and offers practical tips for new clinicians to incorporate shared decision making, even when facing time pressures or limited experience.   O&P Rising is produced by Association Briefings.

Pediatrician Dr. Jill Schaffeld consults Dr. Cheryl Bayart from the Cincinnati Children's Division of Dermatology on infantile hemangiomas.  Episode recorded on March 13, 2025. Resources discussed in this episode: - Infantile Hemangiomas CME & MOC Part 2 We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity." Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physicians: Cincinnati Children's designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nursing: This activity is approved for a maximum 0.5 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. ABP MOC pt2: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the activity and individual assessment of and feedback to the learner, enables the learner to earn up to 0.5 MOC points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit. Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.50 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.50 hours), Nursing CE (0.50 hours)

Every kid is unique with their own distinct personality and behavior. But at what point should a child's behavior become a cause for concern? From anxiety and tantrums to challenges at school and issues with sleep, pediatricians frequently encounter a wide range of behavioral concerns. This episode was recorded at the 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii. In this episode of Charting Pediatrics, we are joined by Stephanie Weber, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital who specializes in working with children with behavioral concerns. Dr. Weber is the Associate Director of the Cincinnatti Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Program and an Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnatti. Some highlights from this episode include:  Utilizing the right language to get a full picture of a patient's behavioral concerns  Deciphering between “regular” and “irregular”  Opportunities for modeling  How pediatricians can work with families whose strategies they don't agree with   For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

Meet Eleanor, a mom on a mission. When her son was diagnosed with severe food allergies in 2004, Eleanor was launched into a whirlwind of support and advocacy for the food allergy community, eventually leading her to found and lead the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT). Alongside the FAACT leadership team, she provides the education, advocacy, awareness, and grassroots outreach needed for the food allergy community through programming available to all. Tune in to hear the story behind Eleanor's incredible efforts and successes and her commitment to inclusivity that drives everything she does.To learn more about FAACT, their amazing resources, and Camp TAG visit: https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/Follow on social media @faactnewsEleanor Garrow-Holding has worked, educated, and advocated in the food allergy community since 2004. She was inspired to start this work after her son, Thomas, was diagnosed with life-threatening food allergies to tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and sesame; eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) triggered by milk and wheat; asthma; and environmental allergies. In December 2015, Thomas had a food challenge with wheat and was no longer IgE-allergic to wheat. After a 3-month trial with wheat and another 3-month trial with milk (post wheat) in his diet and upper endoscopies, he has also outgrown the wheat and milk triggers for EoE and is in remission from EoE as of July 2016. Thomas outgrew his peanut allergy in 2016 at age thirteen. In October 2019, at age sixteen, Thomas outgrew almond, sesame, and brazil nut and continues to avoid walnut, cashew, pecan, hazelnut, and pistachio.As CEO of the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT), Eleanor provides leadership, development, and implementation for all of FAACT's initiatives and programs, including Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang) – a summer camp for children with food allergies and their siblings that Eleanor founded in 2009. Eleanor has a Bachelor of Healthcare Administration degree from Lewis University in Romeoville, IL, and worked in hospital management for 15 years in Chicago and suburban Chicago prior to working in the nonprofit sector.After Thomas was diagnosed in 2004, Eleanor established a food allergy support group in a southwest Chicago suburb, Parents of Children Having Allergies (POCHA) of Will County, focusing on education and advocacy; chaired the FAAN Walk for Food Allergy in Chicago in 2007 and 2008; was awarded the FAAN Muriel C. Furlong Award for Community Service in 2008; and advocated in the Illinois state legislature on food allergy and Eosinophilic Disorders (EGID, EoE) issues. Thanks to the efforts of Eleanor and other patient advocates, legislation to ensure insurance coverage for elemental formulas was signed into law in 2007 and legislation establishing food allergy management guidelines for Illinois schools was signed into law in 2009.Eleanor joined the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network™ (FAAN) in 2009 as Vice President of Education and Outreach, where she oversaw educational initiatives, all food allergy conferences, the Teen Summit, Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang) now under FAACT's umbrella, a Teen Advisory Group, support group development, and more. She advocated for the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Management Act (FAAMA) in Washington, DC, with her son Thomas as part of FAAN's Kids Congress on Capitol Hill and also advocated on Capitol Hill for the School Access to Emergency Epinephrine Act. Eleanor served on the expert panel for the CDC's Voluntary Guidelines for Managing Food Allergies in Schools and Early Care and Education Programs and was a reviewer for the National Association of Education (NEA) Food Allergy Book: What School Employees Need to Know. Eleanor conducted numerous radio, television, and print interviews on food allergy issues and wrote articles for Allergic Living and Living Without magazines. She presented at national and regional conferences about food allergy management in school and restaurant settings and educated personnel in schools and school districts across the country on food allergy management in schools and continues to do so with FAACT.In 2013, Eleanor joined the Cincinnati Center for Eosinophilic Disorders (CCED) as Senior Specialist of Program Management at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Medical Center. There she led day-to-day clinical operations, clinical research projects, program development, marketing, and development.Eleanor has and continues to educate employees from numerous food industry companies and entertainment venues about food allergies, such as McDonald's Corporation, The Hain Celestial Group, Mars Wrigley, all SeaWorld Parks, and more.Leading the charge at FAACT, Eleanor and the FAACT Leadership Team provides the education, advocacy, awareness, and grassroots outreach needed for the food allergy community. Eleanor serves on the National Peanut Board's Allergy Education Advisory Council, Global Allergy & Airways Patient Platform Board (GAAPP), St. Louis Children's Food Allergy Management & Education (FAME) National Advisory Board, and Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) Food Allergen Control Committee. In August 2015, Eleanor was inducted into The National Association of Professional Women's (NAPW) VIP Professional of the Year Circle for her commitment to healthcare and nonprofit industries. FAACT is The Voice of Food Allergy Awareness. In 2022, Eleanor was a Contributor for The Change Guidebook (3-8-2022, HCI/Simon & Schuster).

What do the KGB and the former CEO of Cincinnati Children's Hospital have in common? At different times, they’ve each looked to a guy named Eugene Litvak for help. He only said yes to Cincinnati — but he saved that hospital more than a hundred million dollars a year. For the last few decades, Litvak – a Soviet émigré with a PhD in math – has been on a mission: save U.S. hospitals from financial ruin, and improve the lives of doctors, nurses, and patients. He says he has just the formula to do it, lots of prominent experts agree, and he’s documented impressive results so far: Financial savings, fewer hospital-related deaths, lower staff turnover, and shorter wait times. But Litvak and his allies are still struggling to convince more hospital CEOs to try his method. We talk with Litvak about his wild life story and how he found the fix that he says could revolutionize American hospitals. And we speak with experts to determine why more hospitals don’t try it. Here’s a transcript of this episode. Send your stories and questions. Or call 724 ARM-N-LEG. Of course we’d love for you to support this show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn this special episode, we welcome Zak Scarlato, a friend with Williams Syndrome, who shares his passion for baseball, particularly the Cincinnati Reds, and his unique talent for imitating umpires. Zach discusses his musical interests, including karaoke and instruments he plays, as well as his fascination with trains. Zak also shares insights about his work at the Dunham Recreation Center and his health journey, including surgeries at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. The conversation highlights Zach's vibrant personality and diverse interests, making for an engaging and uplifting episode.TakeawaysZak Scarlato was diagnosed with Williams Syndrome at age two.He has a passion for the Cincinnati Reds, especially Joey Votto.Zak enjoys imitating umpires and has a talent for it.Zak has performed at Champions Grille at its annual Christmas party.Zak plays instruments like the keyboard and drums.He has a fascination with trains, particularly narrow gauge trains.Zak works at Dunham Recreation Center for a couple of hours.He underwent heart surgeries at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.Zak has a fondness for music, including Billy Joel, the Spice Girls, and Taylor SwiftZak enjpys pretty women.He enjoys spending time with family and friends at local events.

Over 160 million Americans are served by Optum, yet many still don't fully understand what it actually does—or why it matters.Dr. Patrick Conway, newly appointed CEO of Optum and former head of CMS Innovation Center and Blue Cross NC, joins Steve for a wide-ranging discussion on the state of healthcare delivery, affordability, and the potential of value-based care at a national scale. With experience spanning the frontlines of medicine to top government and corporate leadership, Conway breaks down how Optum aims to improve care while controlling costs—and why he continues to practice as a pediatric hospitalist on weekends.We cover:

Pediatrician Dr. Jill Schaffeld consults Dr. Bob DeFoor from the Cincinnati Children's Division of Urology on prenatal hydronephrosis.  Episode recorded on April 3, 2025. Resources discussed in this episode: - Prenatal Hydronephrosis CPST CME & MOC Part 2 We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity." Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships. Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physicians: Cincinnati Children's designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses: This activity is approved for a maximum 0.5 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to 0.5 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates. Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.50 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (0.50 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (0.50 hours), Nursing CE (0.50 hours)  

This week we delve into the world of exercise physiology when we review a recent paper by Dr. Adam Powell of Cincinnati Children's Hospital on the relationship of hand grip strenth to other measures of cardiovascular and skeletal muscular health and fitness. How does hand grip strength correlate with CPET measures of exercise abilities in children? How might this inexpensive test help identify patients who might benefit from exercise therapy? Will hand grip strength one day be as ubiquitous as blood pressure in the evaluation of our CHD patients? Dr. Powell shares the answers this week.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpedcp.2025.200144

Jennifer Roig-Francolí is The Art of Freedom® Coach for musicians and creatives, and Author of the #1 Amazon Bestseller 'Make Great Music with Ease! The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life'.   Jennifer Roig-Francolí is a prize-winning violinist and Alexander Technique teacher helping musicians and creatives online to break through pain, performance anxiety, and mindset obstacles to personal freedom and artistic success. She has a special interest in supporting women to thrive in their everyday and musical lives.   As the creator of The Art of Freedom® Method for conscious living and masterful artistry, Jennifer combines her extensive professional experience with a lifelong love of meditation and perennial wisdom. Her unique holistic approach to self-integration and joyful music-making is based on the five Life-Pillars of Purpose, Mind, Body, Spirit, and Artistry and the practice of touch-free Primal Alexander™ Technique.   Honored as a “Rising Star” by TIME magazine, Jennifer's career as a violinist has taken her to concert halls around the world from a young age, including solo performances at Carnegie Hall and collaborations with esteemed orchestras like the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Berlin Symphony Orchestra. She has won international competitions and held leadership positions in various ensembles, including the Grammy Award-winning ensemble Apollo's Fire. She can be heard on recordings with Apollo's Fire and as a soloist on most digital streaming platforms.   A dedicated educator, Jennifer has taught the Alexander Technique on the faculties of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and Xavier University. In Ohio, she established two professional associations for Alexander Technique teachers, providing a platform for growth and collaboration within the community. In 2010, her groundbreaking research study on the integration of Alexander Technique into laparoscopic surgery for surgeons at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center resulted in a prize-winning paper presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics and publication in the Journal of Urology.   Jennifer studied violin with Nathan Milstein in Switzerland, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki in Japan, David Cerone at the Cleveland Institute of Music, and both Josef Gingold and Stanley Ritchie at Indiana University. A dual citizen of the USA and Switzerland, Jennifer lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and enjoys traveling to far-off places such as Switzerland, Spain, and India. Some of her favorite things to do include playing Big Boggle with her grownup kids, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, curling up by the living room fire, and taking walks in nature.   Her BOOK is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/4kxRupu  (affiliate link) Website: https://www.ArtofFreedom.me Email: Jennifer@ArtofFreedom.me YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@JenniferRoigFrancoli    Make sure you SUBSCRIBE to Crushing Classical, and maybe even leave a nice review!  Thanks for joining me on Crushing Classical!  Theme music by DreamVance. You can join my email list HERE, so you never miss an episode! I help people to lean into their creative careers and start or grow their income streams. You can read more or hop onto a short discovery call from my website. I'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there!  

In this heartwarming episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, hosts Jenna and Mark take you on a special journey beyond the zoo gates to Seacrest Studios at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. They sit down with Kevin, the dynamic force behind the in-house media studio that brings smiles, creativity, and entertainment to young patients and their families. Together, they chat about the power of storytelling, the magic of animal visits at the hospital, and the unique partnership between the Zoo and Seacrest Studios. It's an inspiring conversation filled with hope, laughter, and a shared mission to bring joy to the community—one wild tale at a time. 

Join us for part 2 of our informative discussion with Dr. David Vitale, a pediatric pancreatologist at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. In this episode, we dive deep into acute recurrent and chronic pancreatitis, distinguishing the two, and exploring the causes, genetic predispositions, and available treatments. Whether you're a budding pancreatologist or a PCP, this episode offers valuable insights into managing and treating this challenging condition.

Pediatrician Dr. Paul Bunch consults Dr. Brenda Thompson and Sarah Bantel from the Cincinnati Children's Division of Speech-Language Pathology on picky eating in children.  Episode recorded on March 12, 2025. CME & MOC Part 2 We are proud to offer CME and MOC Part 2 from Cincinnati Children's.  Credit is free and registration is required.  Please click here to claim CME credit via the post-test under "Launch Activity." Resources in this episode: - Cincinnati Children's Speech Pathology   Accreditation In support of improving patient care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Specific accreditation information will be provided for each activity. Physicians: Cincinnati Children's designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses: This activity is approved for a maximum 1.0 continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours. MOCpt2: Completion of this CME activity, which includes learner assessment and feedback, enables the learner to earn up to1.0 points in the American Board of Pediatrics' (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Cincinnati Children's submits MOC/CC credit for board diplomates. Credits AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), ABP MOC Part 2 (1.00 hours), CME - Non-Physician (Attendance) (1.00 hours), Nursing CE (1.00 hours)   Financial Disclosure:  The following relevant financial relationships have been disclosed: None All relevant financial relationships listed have been mitigated. Remaining persons in control of content have no relevant financial relationships.      

Routines are a series of steps that repeat regularly—some happen daily, while others happen in certain situations. But what happens when those routines get interrupted? In the newest episode of the Young & Healthy podcast, host Kate Setter talks with Dr. Alex Nyquist, a pediatric psychologist at Cincinnati Children's, about how life's changes can help shape routines and help kids grow.  Listeners will learn how to develop routines to fit their child's needs, how bedtime routines change over time, and why interruptions are a natural part of development. Dr. Nyquist also shares tips for re-establishing routines after vacations or big changes, preparing for summer, and even discusses whether routines can ever become too strict.  No matter what your podcast routine looks like, tune in and discover how to keep growing, adjusting, and moving forward!  Resources Follow Young & Healthy on Instagram to stay up to date! 

In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Sara Russo and John Mock from Network for Hope, an independent nonprofit organ procurement organization. Together, they explore the life-changing work of organ and tissue donation — from the hospital bedside to the recipient's second chance at life.  Learn how the organization evolved from a merger between LifeCenter and KODA, now serving 7 million people as one of the largest OPOs in the U.S.  00:00 Jeremy introduces the episode and the theme: highlighting breakthroughs in healthcare through the lens of organ donation.  00:36 Sara Russo (Hospital Partnership Liaison, Network for Hope) and John Mock (organ recipient and ambassador) join the conversation.  01:14 Sara shares her journey from CTI and Cincinnati Children's to her current role at Network for Hope.  02:19 John reflects on his personal connection as a liver transplant recipient and how clinical trials played a role in his journey.  03:01 The guests discuss how Network for Hope has impacted their lives and shifted their perspectives on organ donation.  04:16 John shares his transplant story, touching on survivor's guilt and the powerful impact of donation.  06:26 The 2024 merger between LifeCenter and KODA forms Network for Hope — now serving nearly 7 million people.  08:21 Sarah discusses the launch of the first donor care unit in the region, housed in UC's Flex ICU, and how it's improving organ recovery rates.  11:37 Addressing common misconceptions about donation — from faith concerns to mistrust in hospitals.  14:56 A look at the compassionate approach taken when working with grieving donor families.  15:38 Network for Hope provides six weeks of support followed by a minimum of 18 months through their aftercare team.  17:05 Families participate in honor walks and remembrance ceremonies, recognizing the heroism of donors.  18:11 John shares his unique post-transplant bond with his donor's family and how they now advocate together.  21:01 Network for Hope encourages transplant recipients to write to their donor families through a new writing station initiative at UC.  23:03 A thoughtful explanation of how donor-recipient relationships are carefully managed and supported.  24:14 Sara and John share what they look forward to most in April — from flag-raising ceremonies to educational outreach.  26:41 Listeners are encouraged to register as donors, volunteer, and speak to their loved ones about their wishes.  27:56 Network for Hope is spotlighted as CTI's North American Charity of the Quarter. Closing thanks and resources. 

Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.Are you considering adopting or fostering a child who was exposed prenatally to opioids or opioid-use treatment medication, such as Buprenorphine, methadone, and Suboxone? Are you a grandparent or aunt raising a child who was exposed? Join our discussion with Dr. Jennifer McAllister, the Medical Director of the NOWS Follow-Up Clinic at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and the Medical Director of the University of Cincinnati Newborn Nursery.In this episode, we discuss:Terminology: What is the difference between opiates and opioids?What are the most common opioids being abused?What are the common treatment medications/drugs given to those with opioid use disorder? What are the brand names for these medications?How do these medications work?Are substance-use medications safe to use during pregnancy?What are the short- and long-term impacts on infants exposed to opioids?What are the short- and long-term impacts of infants exposed to opioid-use medications in pregnancy? Do the impacts differ?Does the dosage of opioid-use medications change the impact they have on the baby?What are the short- and long-term impacts of infants exposed to fentanyl in pregnancy?Is there a safer time for a fetus to be exposed to opioids or opioid-use medications in utero?Is it true that if the child is not born experiencing signs of withdrawal or with drugs in their system, the prognosis is better? Or conversely, if the child is born dependent and has to go through withdrawals, they will suffer more impact from in-utero drug exposure?How dangerous is drug dependency and withdrawal for the infant?How are Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS) treated in babies?If a mom is taking opioid-use medications during her pregnancy, is it recommended that she breastfeed the infant to help with withdrawal? How long does withdrawal in an infant born dependent last?How do you foster attachment while the baby is experiencing withdrawal?You often hear that “early intervention is key” and that a baby's brain can be rewired during the first couple of years with the right treatments or therapy. What exactly does that therapy entail? What strategies should you be using at home with your child with a diagnosis of prenatal drug exposure?When a child has drug exposure and trauma, is it possible to tell the difference in what is causing specific problems, and is the treatment different depending on the cause?Are children who are exposed prenatally to any drug, but specifically to opioids, at a greater risk for substance abuse disorder as teens and adults if they were adopted and not raised in an environment that exposed them to drug use?What are the most common blood-borne diseases that women who have IV drug use?What is the risk to a baby whose mother has HIV or Hepatitis C?Support the showPlease leave us a rating or review. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content: Weekly podcasts Weekly articles/blog posts Resource pages on all aspects of family building

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Temara Hajjat and Peter Lu  talk to Dr. Sean Moore about the impact of global health research on pediatric gastroenterology nationally and internationally.  Dr. Moore is a pediatric gastroenterologist and Division Head at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Medical Center and a Professor of Pediatrics at University of Cincinnati School of Medicine.  Learning Objectives:Understand the value of global health research in pediatric GI.Understand the impact of global health research on development of resources nationally and internationally. Recognize the approach to global health in pediatric GI.Support the showThis episode may be eligible for CME credit! Once you have listened to the episode, click this link to claim your credit. Credit is available to NASPGHAN members (if you are not a member, you should probably sign up). And thank you to the NASPGHAN Professional Education Committee for their review!As always, the discussion, views, and recommendations in this podcast are the sole responsibility of the hosts and guests and are subject to change over time with advances in the field.Check out our merch website!Follow us on Bluesky, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news and upcoming episodes.Click here to support the show.

In this episode, Dr. Evaline Alessandrini, COO of Cincinnati Children's Hospital, discusses her journey from pediatric emergency medicine to healthcare leadership. She shares key insights on workforce wellness, pediatric mental health, and the hospital's growth strategy to ensure world-class care for children both locally and globally.