Single ventricle anomalies: What your patients’ families can expect
Single ventricle anomalies account for more than 10% of congenital heart defects. Each defect poses a complex surgical and medical challenge, with the initial surgery tailored to the specific anatomy and physiology, according to Bahaaldin […]
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The long-term heart risks of Kawasaki disease in children
The inflamed blood vessels that can accompany Kawasaki disease in children can give rise to a variety of heart issues that make it the leading cause of acquired heart disease in children. Fortunately, cardiovascular health […]
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Taking pediatric cardiology to the patient
Pediatric cardiologist Lisa R. Klein, M.D., travels every week to outreach clinics, bringing almost 30 years of experience to rural Kentucky. “I love interacting with the patients and their parents, teaching them about their heart […]
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Recognitions for excellence mark Norton Children’s Endocrinology growth
Kupper A. Wintergerst, M.D., has overseen the transformation of the endocrinology and diabetes program at Norton Children’s Hospital into one of the best in the country. U.S. News & World Report recognized the hospital recently […]
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CME opportunity: Pediatric Neurology Update Aug. 7
The 18th annual Pediatric Neurology Update will be livestreamed (via BlueSky) Friday, Aug. 7, 2020, from 8 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. The continuing medical education opportunity will cover developments in identification of neurological disorders and […]
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Diagnosing HLH can be difficult, but rapid treatment can be effective
Because it is rare and has varied symptoms, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) can be difficult to diagnose. Without quick diagnosis and timely HLH treatment, however, it can be life-threatening. HLH can be inherited (primary or familial […]
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2 years after emergency heart surgery when he was born, Trent is happy and energetic
Trent Robinson was rushed to Norton Children’s Hospital by ambulance from a nearby hospital just after being delivered by emergency cesarean section in March 2018. “He was turning blue. I got to see him for […]
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Highly trained professionals give care in the Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac Intensive Care Unit
By Deanna R. Todd Tzanetos, M.D. The Jennifer Lawrence Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at Norton Children’s Hospital is staffed by a dedicated team of highly trained and specialized professionals. Each morning a multidisciplinary team […]
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As part of PC4, Norton Children’s Heart Institute shares and learns among the best
Michael D. Ruppe, M.D. Norton Children’s Hospital is a member of the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium (PC4), focused on collaborative quality improvement in the delivery of care to patients with critical pediatric and congenital […]
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Support for families at Norton Children’s Heart Institute and at home
Norton Children’s Heart Institute, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine, offers an umbrella of patient support to help children and families during their hospital stay and after they transition home. A multidisciplinary team including […]
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‘Updates in Pediatrics’ CME opportunities
Norton Children’s will host a monthly livestreamed continuing medical education series starting Wednesday, June 17. The series will highlight clinical guidelines and best practices on a variety of topics relevant to the pediatric provider. Topics […]
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Providers: Telephone consultations available with pediatric infectious disease specialists
Amid the shifting manifestations of COVID-19 in children, Norton Children’s is providing infectious disease telephone consultations to providers. Option 9 on the Norton Children’s helpline, (800) 722-5725, puts any provider with questions about pediatric COVID-19 […]
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