Heart, Pediatric Services

Pediatric HeartCare Partners joins Norton Children’s Heart Institute

Roddy D. McDowell, M.D., and Delwyn E. McOmber, M.D., are making their Pediatric HeartCare Partners practice a part of Norton Children’s Heart Institute, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine. In addition to adding two skilled pediatric cardiologists to the Norton Children’s heart team, Pediatric HeartCare Partners will add five Southern Indiana locations and three…

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NMG, Pediatric Services

August 2021 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Hilary Anderson, M.D. General Surgery Brittany K. Badal, M.D. Adolescent Medicine Shanna M. Barton, M.D. Pediatric Infectious Diseases Allison Black, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology Laura B. Cornwell, M.D. Pediatric Urology Erin Fox, D.O. Pediatrics Andrea N. Lambert, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology Elizabeth Lehto, D.O. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Robin M. Lund, M.D. Pediatrics Kelly A. Lyons, D.O. Pediatrics…

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Allergy and Immunology, Pediatric Services

Back-to-school: What parents need to know about food allergies and asthma

The busy back-to-school season is already underway. Amid the added stress of returning to the classroom during the COVID-19 pandemic, pediatricians should be proactive in reminding parents to ensure their children are aware of any known food allergies. According to Food Allergy Research & Education, food allergies affect 1 in every 13 children. Every three…

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Case Study, Heart, Pediatric Services

Pediatric heart case study: Piccolo device closes PDA in 26 weeks’ gestation neonate

The patient A girl born at 26 weeks’ gestation due to premature labor and prolonged premature rupture of membranes. At birth she weighing 891 grams. The mother received appropriate dose of steroids prior to giving birth, and the baby was intubated shortly after birth) and given surfactant with a second dose given at 12 hours….

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NMG, Pediatric Services

July 2021 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Diane Buckley, M.D. Neonatology Addie Dodson, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Carrie A. Moore, M.D. Neonatology Jeetendra P. Sah, M.D. Neonatology Julia H. Sparks, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Matthew Cody Davis, Ph.D. Optometry Elysia Williams, LCSW Pediatric Pulmonology Preeti Desaigoudar, G.C. Genetic Counselor Elyssa Gray, G.C. Genetic Counselor

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Pediatric Services, Pulmonary

Pediatric asthma treatment guideline updates provide new strategies for clinicians

For the first time in 13 years, the national asthma treatment guidelines were updated with several new recommendations and options for pediatric asthma therapy. In December 2020, the recommendations highlighted updates in diagnosis, management and treatment of asthma. The new guidelines represent substantial progress not only in understanding and managing asthma in children, but in…

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Adult Services, NMG

August 2021 Norton Medical Group new providers

Courtney Boodry, M.D., MPH General Surgery Kathryn R. Bradley, M.D. Obstetrics and Gynecology Alan Brooks, M.D., Ph.D. Cardiology Kelli D. Duggan, M.D. Internal Medicine Destiny D. Etheridge, M.D. Family Medicine Robert R. Gerard, D.O. General Surgery Lacy S. Handshoe, D.O. Vascular Neurology Paige N. Hopewell, M.D. Diagnostic Radiology Jai Patel, M.D. Family Medicine Kara B….

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Orthopedics, Pediatric Services

Ehlers-Danlos clinic offers patients unique medical home

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of connective tissue disorders affecting every organ system. The 2017 classification of the syndrome includes 13 subtypes of the condition, though more forms may exist and are rare and not well characterized. The subtypes vary in severity, from slightly loose joints to life-threatening complications. Norton Children’s Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Clinic…

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Adult Services, Sports Health

Prevent minor injuries from having major impacts with quick referral

Patients who sustain minor injuries may not realize the extent of the damage. If patients’ symptoms are interfering with normal activity, hobbies (including sports) or sleeping, a physician should be consulted to determine the appropriate steps towards recovery. Referring patients to a sports health specialist can prevent lifelong issues. At Norton Sports Health, providers address…

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Cancer, Pediatric Services

Referring suspected ALL cases promptly is key to preventing delayed diagnosis

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common cancer among children, and its symptoms can be vague. Some, but not all, children with ALL present with a mix of symptoms that can include fever, fatigue and bleeding. Studies also have shown that about a third of children with ALL may have musculoskeletal symptoms. About three-quarters…

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NMG, Pediatric Services

July 2021 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Diane Buckley, M.D. Neonatology Addie Dodson, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Carrie A. Moore, M.D. Neonatology Jeetendra P. Sah, M.D. Neonatology Julia H. Sparks, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Matthew Cody Davis, Ph.D. Optometry Elysia Williams, LCSW Pediatric Pulmonology Preeti Desaigoudar, G.C. Genetic Counselor Elyssa Gray, G.C. Genetic Counselor

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Adult Services, Case Study, Neuroscience

Stroke Summary: Mechanical thrombectomy helps marathoner, 47, recover from stroke

The patient presented to the emergency department at Norton Audubon Hospital. He had been found at home, down in the bathroom. Incident details: May 3, 2021 47-year-old male arrived at Norton Audubon Hospital, 12:27 a.m. Norton Neuroscience Institute physicians: Vascular neurologist Mohammad S. Alsorogi, M.D. Endovascular neurosurgeon Tom L. Yao, M.D. Presenting complaint The patient…

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