Authors


Jayasree Vasudevan Nair, MD, FAAP

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Full case: Infant presents with an asymptomatic pearl-like nodule on the heel

Infant is closely monitored at subsequent well visits and rechecked after 3 months, showed full resolution of the skin lesion over the heel area.


Anamika Dutta, BA

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Assessing COVID-19’s impact: Adolescent psychosocial functioning and suicidal ideation in outpatient pediatric practice

The long-term impact of COVID-19 on mental health may not be known for years, but right now it's vital to assess mental health in teenagers to help them get the help they may require.


Tim Price

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How technology can ease provider burnout and improve patients’ health care experience

From AI-powered symptom checking to virtual intake tools, recent technological advances hold promise for enhancing care delivery.


Elysha L. Pifko, MD

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Decreasing antibiotics for acute otitis media and community acquired pneumonia, with Elysha Pifko, MD

Shorter antibiotic courses for AOM and CAP in children proved effective across a pediatric health system, according to data presented by Elysha Pifko, MD.


Nick Loftin

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Making telehealth work in 5 steps

There are barriers to telehealth adoption that physicians must overcome to realize the technology’s promise.


Colleen Powers, MD

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Dermatologic differences in a diverse population

Understanding the difference in biology and clinical presentations of cutaneous conditions in different skin types is critical for health care professionals to treat a diverse population.


Fazila Rajab

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What you need to know about the albuterol shortages

Manufacturers, hospitals, and clinicians are working quickly to address the shortages of this crucial inhalation solution.


Reina Puri

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Best practices on discussing birth control for adolescents

Counseling patients about methods of contraception and increasing access to care can help address unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.


Morgan Ebert, Managing Editor

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Top 5 pediatric health headlines you missed in August 2025

Take a quick look at everything you may have missed this month, including the top FDA approvals and latest clinical updates.


Alan D. Blotcky, PhD

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The weaponization of false allegations of abuse

How can one parent weaponize allegations of abuse and how can it damage a child’s mental health?


Jennifer Soung, MD
Jennifer Soung, MD

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Atopic Dermatitis in the Real World: Cases Across Ages and Skin Tones

An expert discusses how the stage and diverse presentations of atopic dermatitis, especially in underserved and darker-skinned patients, influence treatment decisions, highlighting the promise of new nonsteroidal therapies and the importance of personalized, patient-centered care to improve quality of life.


Sean O'Leary, MD

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The Future of COVID-19 Vaccine

Tina Tan, MD, and Sean O’Leary, MD, discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines and the possibility of a combination vaccine.


Faisal Syed Minhaj, PharmD

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Dangers of the TikTok Benadryl challenge

Teenagers lulled into ingesting large amounts of diphenhydramine through social media are facing serious health consequences.


Deepank Sahni, MD

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Newborn’s rash involves eyes and nose

A healthy 11-day-old male infant is brought to the pediatric clinic for evaluation of rash. The rash started with a 2-mm papule on the left medial epicanthal fold 4 days before the clinic visit. A day before coming to the clinic, the rash had spread to the upper left eyelid and the nasal bridge. What's the diagnosis?


Monica Rosen, MD

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Managing genital and pelvic pain in young patients

Part 2 in a series on emergencies in pediatric and adolescent gynecology.


Rana Hamdy, MD

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Less is more: Use the shortest effective duration of antibiotics

Follow best practices when prescribing antibiotics in the pediatric population


Justin M. Gregory, MD, MSC

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Bridging the Gap for T1D Management

Expert endocrinologists provide final thoughts on addressing unmet needs and improving the management of T1D.


Peter S. Jensen, MD

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Social media and pediatric mental health with Peter S. Jensen, MD

Peter S. Jensen, MD, discusses the risks and benefits of social media use by children, emphasizing the need for parental oversight and national guidelines.


Bronwyn Spira

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How remote therapeutic monitoring helps physicians improve patient care and education

One lasting legacy of COVID-19 is acceleration of patients’ acceptance of remote care management technology.


Kelly K. Barry, MD, MS | Image Credit: Author provided
Kelly K. Barry, MD, MS

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Alopecia in adolescents

Hair loss is a condition that is often distressing and difficult to treat, particularly in adolescents. Here’s what you should know.


Emma Andrus, Assistant Editor

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FDA clears Vbeam pulsed dye laser for pediatric port wine stains, hemangiomas

The device is now the first of its kind to become available to pediatric patients.


Christine Payne

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Best practices on discussing birth control for adolescents

Counseling patients about methods of contraception and increasing access to care can help address unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.


Hannah Badon, MD

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Dermatologic differences in a diverse population

Understanding the difference in biology and clinical presentations of cutaneous conditions in different skin types is critical for health care professionals to treat a diverse population.


Maria Leszczynska, MD

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A case of lime disease

A 17-year-old boy presents with linear brown spots on his abdomen and chest that developed when he was on a beach vacation with his family the week prior. What's the diagnosis?




Thuy Ngo, DO, MEd

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An adolescent female with abdominal pain and tachycardia

A female aged 13 years with morbid obesity and recent hospitalization for pyelonephritis presents with abdominal pain, tachycardia, and shortness of breath. What's the diagnosis?


Lisa Eramo, MA

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The 2022 coding guide

What you need to know to avoid claim denials and to maximize practice revenue.


Vivien Chen, BS, MS3

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Dermatologic findings associated with COVID-19 in pediatric patients

COVID-19 has been seen as primarily a disease impacting the lungs, but more of the body's systems have been shown to be impacted by the disease. Here's a look at how the disease impacts the skin.


Mike Ipekdjian, MBA-HM, BSN, RN

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The important role of technology in successful value-based care

High-quality data can improve care coordination, lower readmission rates

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