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Pediatrics in Practice: A CME Podcast

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  • When Should a Limping Child Get Help?

    October 29, 2026 · 12 min

    Is a child's limp more than a minor scrape? Red flags for a limping child and when to seek evaluation are the primary topic. Heather Barnes, DNP, APRN, CPNP, ONC, Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic Surgery and Angie Vanderpool, MSN, RN, CPNP…

  • When Should You Worry About Blood in Urine?

    October 28, 2026 · 18 min

    Is your child's urine dark or tea-colored and should you be concerned about hematuria? Judith VanSickle, MD, MHPE, FAAP, FASN, Medical Director, Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program at Children's Mercy, explains how to tell painless versus…

  • When Should Teen Fainting Trigger Cardiac Referral?

    October 9, 2026 · 12 min

    Should a teen who fainted see a cardiologist? Syncope in adolescents is the issue, and Josh Holbert, DO, Medical Director, Cardiology Exercise Lab at Children's Mercy, explains which features merit urgent cardiac evaluation. Learn which…

  • When Should You Repeat a Child's CBC?

    September 29, 2026 · 14 min

    "I found an unexpected abnormal CBC — should I repeat it or refer?" This episode focuses on repeat testing and early steps for abnormal CBCs. Sara McElroy, MD, pediatric hematologist at Children's Mercy explains when mild changes can be…

  • What Causes Enlarged Lymph Nodes in Kids?

    September 23, 2026 · 13 min

    Why are my child's lymph nodes enlarged? Lymphadenopathy — Lori Morgan, MD, MCR, Physician, Hematology and Oncology at Children's Mercy - Pediatrics in Practice - CME, explains that infection is the most common cause and why lymph nodes…

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  • What Causes Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in Teens?

    September 23, 2026 · 21 min

    Curious why your teen’s periods are so heavy? Heavy menstrual bleeding and its causes are discussed. Lauren Amos, MD, MS, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Children's Mercy - Pediatrics in Practice - CME, and Ashli Lawson, MD, MS, Program…

  • When to Refer a Child with High Blood Pressure

    September 23, 2026 · 12 min

    Should my child with persistent high BP see a specialist? Douglas Blowey, MD, Director of the Hypertension Clinic at Children's Mercy - Pediatrics in Practice - CME, outlines practical referral triggers for pediatricians. He discusses…

  • Is My Child's Heart Murmur Dangerous?

    September 21, 2026 · 11 min

    Is my child's heart murmur dangerous or just harmless? Heart murmurs and when they matter — Pezad Doctor, MD, Pediatric Cardiology at Children's Mercy - Pediatrics in Practice - CME, and Mahmoud Jaara, MD, pediatric cardiology fellow at…

  • Is My Child's Pink Eye Contagious?

    September 2, 2026 · 9 min

    Is my child's pink eye contagious and how long will it last? Jennifer Qayum, OD, FAAO, Optometrist at Children's Mercy - Pediatrics in Practice - CME, explains how viral, bacterial, and allergic conjunctivitis spread and how long contagion…

  • Sports Injuries You May Overlook

    September 2, 2026 · 12 min

    Could this recurring pain or sudden limp mean something more than a sprain? Greg Canty, MD, Medical Director, Sports Medicine Center at Children's Mercy, walks through how to recognize concerning pediatric sports injuries that are often…

  • When Should You Worry About Pediatric Snoring?

    July 23, 2026 · 16 min

    My child snores — when is it a problem? Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea are the focus here. Samira Naime, MD, Pediatric Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Physician at Children's Mercy, explains how to spot worrying signs, when to try…

  • Recognizing IBD in Kids: What Every Pediatrician Should Know

    July 21, 2026 · 21 min

    This episode walks through how to identify inflammatory bowel disease in children, the key red flags that matter, and practical steps primary care providers can take before referral. It’s essential because earlier recognition of pediatric…

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About the show

Pediatrics in Practice: A CME Podcast provides interviews with pediatric subspecialists on timely, relevant content for physicians and providers who care for children. This podcast series offers continuing education for some sessions. For additional information on CE availability and to claim CE