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Judith Gorra, MD

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A 9-year-old boy presents with neck mass

A 9-year-old boy was seen for follow-up of a neck mass noted several years earlier. He first presented with this finding at 3 years of age, when during an otherwise unremarkable examination, he became upset, and a protuberant swelling was noted in the anterior aspect of the right side of his neck. What's the diagnosis?


Luis F Seguias, MD

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Chronic care management: Increase the value of your practice!

As primary care providers, pediatricians often manage children with multiple chronic conditions. Knowing how to code properly for chronic care management (CCM) of these patients will ensure proper reimbursement for CCM services.


Jocelyn Silvester, MD

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A new diagnostic paradigm for celiac disease

Since the middle of the 20th century and into the 21st century, the incidence of celiac disease has been rising significantly throughout the Western world. Here is what you need to know about this autoimmune condition.


Jessica Y. Shim, MD

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How to identify common pediatric vulvar conditions

Understanding signs, symptoms helps determine the best treatment regimen.


Victoria Johnson

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Research finds non-allergic rhinoconjunctivitis phenotypes in children with asthma

Allergic sensitization was more prominent in severe phenotypes but did not explain seasonal differences.


Justine Magalona, PharmD candidate

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Advancements in FDA approvals for pediatric obesity treatment

GLP-1 receptor agonists, used to treat diabetes, are now also being used for obesity in children and adolescents.


Barbara J. Kuter, PHD, MPH

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Vaccine development: What every pediatrician should know

This article discusses the process of vaccine development, and how health care personnel can confidently discuss the subject with parents and patients.


Jennifer M. Vittorio, MD

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Clinical Pearls for the Management of ALGS

Experts in pediatric hepatology share advice for the optimal management of Alagille syndrome.


Michelle Lai
Michelle Lai

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Four-year-old with itchy, red, painful hands following snow exposure

The child was otherwise healthy with no prior severe medical issues, and he did not present with COVID-19 symptoms. Can you diagnose this child based on the case below?


Randal De Souza, MD

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Worsening acne after isotretinoin treatment in an adolescent girl

A healthy 17-year-old girl with inflammatory acne had failed to respond to topical tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, and oral minocycline. What's the diagnosis?


Aine Cryts

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Attracting staff during the great resignation

Strategies practices can use to attract skilled workers to their open positions


Nuthan Bhat

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A case of shin guard dermatitis?

A healthy 14-year old boy was evaluated for an intensely pruritic shin rash that developed 2 weeks prior and had been treated with oral antibiotics for 10 days.


Todd Shryock

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Health leaders devoting more money to defend against cyber attacks

Attacks are having an effect on care delivery, according to a cybersecurity study.



Sana Suhail, BS

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1-month-old boy with annular, red plaques on his scalp and face

Can you diagnose this month's dermatology case?


Christopher Reist, MD

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Considering anger among health care professionals

It is an uncomfortable emotion that is often suppressed—but potent.


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Joshua Fitch, Senior Editor

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FDA approves non-invasive risdiplam tablet for spinal muscular atrophy

The new risdiplam tablet is suitable for those aged 2 years and older who weigh more than 44 lbs, according to Genentech.


Poliana Da Silva, MD

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A case of acute psychosis that will make your head spin

A 12-year-old previously healthy male was transferred to a children's hospital from a psychiatric unit for new onset psychosis and an abnormal electroencephalogram. What's the diagnosis?



Alison S. Tothy, MD

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Subgaleal hematoma after takedown of braided hair

A previously healthy 2-year-old African American female with braids presented to our hospital with 2 days of right-sided face and head swelling. What's the diagnosis?




Leila Jerome Clay, MD

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The vaccine-hesitant patient

Best tactics for pediatricians when speaking with patients who resist immunization.


Jane M. Carnazzo, MD

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How to correctly diagnose and treat community-acquired pneumonia

The winter season of respiratory diseases is nearly here. Knowing how to manage community-acquired pneumonia is essential.


Keith Loria

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Optimizing outcomes for pediatric infusion therapy

An expert offers considerations and developmentally appropriate interventions to promote high-quality, patient-centered pediatric infusion care.


Jack M. Gorman, MD

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Considering anger among health care professionals

It is an uncomfortable emotion that is often suppressed—but potent.


Frances Grimstad, MD, MS

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Providing the best care for transgender adolescents

Offering an inclusive, safe space along with the best care for transgender and nonbinary adolescent patients is more important than ever.


Jennifer Thompson, MD

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The Dx and Rx of food allergies

With the incidence of food allergies continuing to go up, understanding the diagnostic process and available treatment is important.


Taish Malone, PhD, LPC-S

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Examining the biopsychosocial explanations for gender disparities in autism

Recent research suggests females with autism may need their own set of parameters on which to be measured.


Bridget McCoy, MD

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Psychosis in an 18-year-old male

Alex, an 18-year-old male, presented to the emergency department with a 4-day history of paranoia, agitation, and disorganized behavior. He had no psychiatric history or prior mental health contact and no known medical conditions.

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