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Shriners Children’s is dedicated to providing the best care possible, and child life specialists play a crucial role in making that happen. Child life specialists understand how being sick or injured affects kids. They are trained to make sure young patients feel supported through their medical journey. In a special research study, “The Effects of a Video Intervention on Children’s Preoperative Anxiety and Post-Hospital Behaviors,” funded by POSNA, Natalie Chicas, MA, CCLS, child life specialist at Shriners Children’s Southern California, and Hannah Knott, Ph.D., CCLS, who is an associate professor at Azusa Pacific University and a child life specialist, demonstrated that showing a video to children about what to expect before surgery can help reduce anxiety and prevent negative behavior changes. The video was proven to significantly decrease preoperative anxiety and postoperative behavior changes in kids having outpatient surgery. And it didn’t stop there. Parents’ anxiety levels were also lowered when they saw how well their children were prepared. Learn more about the research: https://lnkd.in/gC-BKQMS Leaders in Care article: https://lnkd.in/gE3dfpYk Special thanks to Daphne Lew, PhD, MPH and Selina Poon, MD for their contributions to the study.

October is Health Literacy Month, a time to highlight the importance of making health information and the healthcare system easier to understand and navigate. For non-healthcare professionals, medical jargon and terms can be difficult to grasp. And unfortunately, given the way our healthcare system is set up, healthcare providers don’t always have the bandwidth to spend a ton of time deep diving with their patients. Part of our mission at Women's Digital Help is to improve our members' health literacy through health education and interactive workshops. When women are equipped with the information they need, they can better advocate for themselves and optimize their healthcare experience. If you're looking for information about women's health topics such as fertility and pregnancy, mental health, perimenopause and menopause, hormones, and heart health, our robust library is a great place to start: https://lnkd.in/gNypcvCg And be sure sure to sign up for our newsletter to learn about our upcoming live events. 💜 #healthliteracy #womenshealth #digitalhealth #healtheducation #healthliteracymonth

Running a pediatric practice is tough enough without constantly worrying about keeping your team intact. We hear you, and we're here to help. Tonight at 8 PM EST/5 PM PST, join Pediatric CEO for a game-changing webinar: "How to Attract and Keep Clinician Talent Without Breaking the Bank" We've been talking about this issue so much that we knew we had to address it live. Because let's face it - you need real solutions, not just theory. What you'll gain: - Unfiltered coaching (via a live hot seat!) - Insights on proven compensation models - A supportive community of practice owners facing the same challenges Register now to secure your spot and receive a free compensation calculator and mini-course! https://lnkd.in/eNRbzSGB Remember, you're not just a practice owner—you're a CEO. Let's work together to build the thriving practice you and your team deserve. Will you join us? See you soon, Katrina https://lnkd.in/eNRbzSGB Katrina Skinner, MD, FAAP Chip Hart #wellbeingpediatrics #wellbeingpediatricsandadolescentmedicine #ithaca #newyorkpediatrician #newyorkmom

Check out this interview with Nancy Reddy, the talented writer behind the Substack "Write More, Be Less Careful." In her engaging series, Creative Creatures, Nancy explores the question: Can NICU doctors be creative? If so, how? #NICU #NICUjourney #physicians #NICUprofessionals

As #IUD's become more popular, medical experts, including Yale ObGyn's Mary Jane Minkin, MD, answer some common questions. Read on to learn more about the #birthcontrol device. Yale School of Medicine | Yale Medicine

The National Institutes of Health published an article by Cureus Journal of Medical Science highlighting the importance of #PediatricPhysicalTherapy and its significance in child development and rehabilitation. According to authors Chavan Srushti Sudhir and H.V. Sharath: "Beyond correcting errors, it encourages children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development, enabling them to realize their full potential. Additionally, the use of cutting-edge methods and technology has improved pediatric physical therapy's effectiveness and engagement levels, improving the experience for patients as a whole." We are proud to be able to offer our clients access to #PhysicalTherapy, especially our younger clients as the medical community recognizes how pivotal physical therapy can be in early interventions. To read the entire article: https://lnkd.in/eNK-sqKp #ChildDevelopment #EarlyInterventions #MedicalScience #Healthcare #CureusJournal #NIHResearch

https://lnkd.in/eHznTHPZ An approach for how to mitigate impact of racism in pediatric clinical care encounters. Outside direct clinical encounters, how should pediatric clinicians address the root causes of structural racism for children?

𝐏𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 📢 It's not too late to register. This roundtable will engage all stakeholders regarding the need to include children earlier in clinical trials, the requirements for early inclusion, and the most effective means for meeting those requirements. You don't want to miss this important conversation.   Institute for Advanced Clinical Trials for Children (I-ACT for Children) is excited to have our CMO, Albert John "A.J." Allen attending and moderating one of the sessions. Click here for more details: https://lnkd.in/eW4Cnh_5 #pediatricclinicaltrials #pediatricinclusion

Looking for ways to go beyond dispensing in your pharmacy? Have you ever considered Physiatry at home or Health Equity? Join us on July 31st as we take deep dive into these strategies in part one of our latest webinar series: “The Community Pharmacy’s Guide to Going Beyond Dispensing”. Register today! https://bit.ly/3zAgQjj

As someone who is concerned about the well-being of older adults, how would you use available technology for their greater good? Sign up for the colloquium and add your thoughts to this pre-event forum! Nineteenth Annual University of Maine Clinical Geriatrics Colloquium (Zoom only event) Theme: AGING AND THE TECHNOLOGY REVOLUTION Tuesday, October 29, 2024 | 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Earn up to 5.75 CEUs! Students and People 65+ Free Registration can be completed online at https://lnkd.in/gdiUPE7J About the Nineteenth Annual Colloquium In the context of an ever-expanding technological world, this year’s annual colloquium, available via Zoom only, will focus on how these advances are influencing the lives of the aging population. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of various forms of technology in our daily lives has rapidly increased. Technological innovation provides an array of both benefits and potential challenges for older adults and those who serve them. Topics to be addressed will include: the use and growth of telehealth; the impact of technology on the risk of loneliness and social isolation; adult relationships and interactions; online scams; advancing older adults’ digital literacy and inclusion; and much more. Authorities will gather via Zoom before a broad audience of health and human service professionals and older adult health care consumers to consider the clinical and personal impact of technology on our aging population. To see the full Colloquium program, additional Colloquium details including continuing education units applied for, and to register, go to: https://lnkd.in/gdiUPE7J Questions: Contact Lenard Kay at len.kaye@maine.edu