Multiple fractures in children without trauma warrant a closer look

Fractures are common in children, but multiple fractures in the absence of severe trauma may warrant a more thorough evaluation. An estimated 25% to 40% of girls and 30% to 50% of boys sustain a [...]

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Thyroid function tests and next steps

For children with symptoms of thyroid dysfunction, thyroid function testing can help with further evaluation and diagnosis. Hypothyroidism affects 4.6% of the U.S. population, while hyperthyroidism is less common, with a prevalence of 1.3%. Signs [...]

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April 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Caroline N. Jackson, M.D. ­ Neonatology Bethanie N. Morgan, M.D. ­ Pediatric Neurology Adrian R. O’Hagan, M.D. ­ Pediatric Pulmonology Shelbye M. Schweinhart, M.D. Neonatology Ryne B. Bruner, APRN Pediatric Behavioral Health­ Jasmine L. Grier, […]

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Children with fractures heal faster, so cast time should be limited

Forearm fractures, one of the most common pediatric fractures, can be safely and effectively treated with cast immobilization. Younger children heal faster, so the time in a cast should be limited to four to six [...]

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Rescue cerclage success: Advanced cervical dilatation with bulging bag of water

The patient A routine ultrasound at 20 weeks’ and four days’ gestation showed cervical insufficiency. A pelvic exam by the patient’s primary obstetrician revealed her cervix was 3 centimeters dilated, with a bulging bag of […]

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March 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Adrian R. O’Hagan, M.D. ­ Pediatric Pulmonology Ashley Louis, PA-C ­ Pediatric Emergency Medicine Kimberly Hall, DNP, APRN ­ Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation­ Jordan Merryman, APRN­ Neonatology Brandi Neely, APRN Pediatric Neurology­ ­

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What to expect when referring to a pediatric epileptologist

Pediatric epileptologists are specialized pediatric neurologists who help to confirm the diagnosis of epilepsy, discover what is causing a child’s seizures and work to find an individualized management strategy considering concomitant medical issues. Referral to […]

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Implementing principles of trauma-informed care

Reviewed by Amber L. Pendleton, M.D. Implementing the principles of trauma-informed care across a primary care team and community resources provides an opportunity to focus on adverse childhood experiences and social-care needs, with the potential […]

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Diagnosing and Treating Migraine in Teens

Reviewed by Brian M. Plato, D.O., FAHS, neurologist and headache specialist at Norton Neuroscience Institute. Migraine is a common, disabling condition among teenagers, making it difficult for them to keep up with school activities and […]

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February 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Lynette Gillis, M.D. Pediatric Gastroenterology Siddharth V. Jain, M.D. ­ Pediatric Neurology Kimberly McDonald, M.D.­ ­ Pediatric Genetics Janice Mahaffey, APRN ­ Pediatric Emergency Medicine ­ Holly M. Barnett, LCSW­ Pediatric Endocrinology­ ­ Ieisha Beasley, […]

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January 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Anna K Goodman, M.D. Pediatric Audiology Emily L Montgomery, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Adrian R. O’Hagan, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonology Tara Chernecke, APRN Pediatrics Nestor Veliz Tamayo, APRN Pediatrics Julie A Todd, APRN Pediatrics Paul J […]

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Kendra N. Evans, APRN, practices with Norton Children’s Urology, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine

Kendra N. Evans, APRN, practices with Norton Children’s Urology, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine. As a family nurse practitioner, Kendra cares for children with urological conditions. She enjoys working with pediatric patients and […]

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