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Bladder Exstrophy: Dr. Khoury
Dr. Tony Khoury, chief of pediatric urology at CHOC, describes bladder exstrophy and what effects it has on children who have the condition.
Surrogates in the NICU
During those times when you cannot be with your baby we invite you to identify four surrogates, people that can be there with your baby while you are away.
Sights and Sounds in the NICU
There are many different sights and sounds of monitors in the NICU and we understand it can be disconcerting. They are there to help monitor your baby.
Neurogenic Bladder: Dr. Khoury
In this video, Dr. Tony Khoury, chief of pediatric urology at CHOC, addresses the complications of neurogenic bladder.
Your Baby’s Weight
Your baby’s weight is one way to track milestones. Due to the smaller sizes of many of the babies in the NICU, weight is done in grams, instead of pounds.
Who’s Who in the NICU
Who's Who - There are a lot of people who make up your child’s health care team and we understand it can be confusing. The team consists of many of people.
Care and Treatment of Bladder Exstrophy: Dr. Khoury
Dr. Tony Khoury, chief of pediatric urology at CHOC, discusses the unique care and treatment of bladder exstrophy in multidisciplinary fashion.
Rounding and Family Conferences
During rounding the healthcare team will come together to discuss what happened the day before and determine the plan of care for the day.
Breastfeeding
Many of our moms have learned of the benefits of breastfeeding and breastmilk. CHOC has Certified Lactation Consultants to help you with your questions.
Independence of Child with Neurogenic Bladder: Dr. Khoury
In this segment, Dr. Tony Khoury, chief of pediatric urology, talks about importance of independence for an adolescent or teenager with neurogenic bladder.
Hives and Rashes: Dr. Cater
In this segment, Dr. Michael Cater, CHOC, explains that there are many reasons for hives & describes the more common rashes that are treated.
Discharge from the NICU
Your care team will keep you informed during the discharge process. There are several things you will need to do in preparation for taking your baby home.
Disorders of Sexual Differentiation (DSD): Dr. Khoury
Dr. Tony Khoury, chief of pediatric urology of CHOC, explains what disorders of sexua Children'l differentiation (DSD) mean and how it relates to gender.
Pediatric Orthopaedics: Dr. Lalonde
In this segment, Dr. Francois Lalonde tells us about the conditions that pediatric orthopaedics treat. They can range from birth defects to sports injuries.
Dermoid Cysts: Dr. Muhonen
In this segment of American Health Journal, Dr. Michael Muhonen, tells us exactly what dermoid cysts are and how they can be treated.
Skin-to-Skin
Not only does skin-to-skin provide closeness, it helps a baby maintain body warmth, sleep better, gain weight, & it improves mom’s breast milk production.
Is it a Brain Tumor? Dr. Taraman
Dr. Sharief Taraman, CHOC, tells us what type of condition could mimic a brain tumor and what are the syptoms that patients can experience.
Whooping Cough: Dr. Adler
Dr. Felice Adler, speaks about pertussis, also known as whoopingi cough, how it is a highly contagious bacterial disease and is preventable.
The Reason I Entered Pediatrics: Dr. Taraman
Dr. Sharief Taraman shares with us how he decided to enter the field of pediatrics as he was going through medical school.
When I Decided to Become a Doctor: Dr. Goodman
Dr. Gary Goodman shares that he wanted to become a doctor for a long time and when he specifically decided to enter the field of pediatric medicine.
Bacterial vs. Viral Infections: Dr. Andreeff
In this segment of American Health Journal, Katherine Andreeff, MD, talks about bacterial and viral infections and their differences.
Why I Became a Pediatrician: Dr. Winkelmann
From her experiences as a child, Dr. Jacqueline Winkelmann reveals to us why she decided to become a pediatrician.
Pediatric Medicine: Dr. Aminian
Dr. Afshin Aminian shares how he entered pediatric medicine, going from electrical engineering to orthopaedic surgery.
Being a Doctor: Dr. Chang
Being a doctor, Dr. Anthony Chang tells us about the pleasure he gets from seeing his small patients grow up to be adults.
Being a Pediatric Physician: Dr. Gates
Being a pediatric physician, Dr. Richard Gates shares with us how he likes interacting with patients and families.
