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Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric asthma references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Asthma: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians.Dr. Aaron Chidekel has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric asthma. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric asthma with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion.Some of the questions that are answered:How is asthma diagnosed in infancy and childhood?I am a busy pediatrician. How can I integrate effective asthma management into my practice?What are the most current NIH asthma guidelines and what do I need to know about them?What is an asthma action plan and how can one be individualized for my patients?What do the parents of my patients need to know about asthma and its management?How do I know when a patient with asthma should see a specialist?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Asthma: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric infectious disease references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Infectious Disease: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians.Dr. Angela L. Myers has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric infectious disease. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric infectious disease with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion.Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Infectious Disease: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.Some of the questions that are answered:When is imaging, such as VCUG and renal US, necessary for children with a first UTI?Are bleach baths or chlorhexidine plus mupirocin ointment useful to decolonize patients with recurrent MRSA infections? What topical recommendations are useful for patients with recurrent MRSA infections?What is the recommended specific treatment of otitis media due to multi-drug resistant pneumococcus?If I have a 5-week-old infant with positive rapid viral testing, who does not need hospital admission, is a sepsis evaluation necessary?What is likely to be the most common viral pathogens causing diarrhea, since the decrease in rotavirus cases with increase in vaccine uptake?When are tick borne infections typically seen in the US; and when does the peak time occur?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Infectious Disease: 49 Clinical Questions will help pediatricians to manage complex diseases and guide physicians through the maze of treatments available.Ideal for practicing pediatricians and nurse practitioners, Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Infectious Disease: 49 Clinical Questions is sure to benefit anyone caring for patients with pediatric diseases.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric dermatology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Dermatology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. James Treat has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric dermatology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric dermatology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Dermatology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within. Some of the questions that are answered: • How should I be working up and managing my patients with congenital nevi?• How do I manage patients with severe atopic dermatitis?• Which patients with hemangioma do I have to worry about?• What do I need to think about for children with cafe au lait macules?• Is there an algorithm for treating my acne patients?

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric GI references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric GI: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians.Drs. Joel R. Rosh and Athos Bousvaros have designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric GI. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric GI with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion.Some of the questions that are answered:How is infantile colic diagnosed and treated?How is GERD diagnosed in infants and what are the best treatments?How can I optimize my treatment of childhood constipation and does this vary by age?How can I effectively intervene in a child that is overweight or obese?Celiac disease seems so much more common—is this an epidemic?Why have food allergies become so common and what are the most accurate means of diagnosis?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric GI: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, family practitioners and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric ophthalmology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. Rudolph Wagner has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric ophthalmology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric ophthalmology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: • How do I make the diagnosis of amblyopia?• How can I differentiate a true strabismus from a pseudo-strabismus? • How do I diagnose and treat corneal abrasions? Does patching remain an important component of therapy?• What is naso-lacrimal duct obstruction? How is it managed? When should I refer these children? • How can I determine if a “red eye” is caused by a bacterial infection, viral infection or an allergic reaction? How are they managed?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, emergency room physicians, physician assistants and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric neurology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians.Dr. Daniel Licht and Dr. Nicole R. Ryan have designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric neurology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric neurology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion.Some of the questions that are answered: When should I consider head imaging in a child with headache? CT or MRI?What is the acute management after a concussion? When can a child return to school and sports?What are the important things to consider when you see a child with the complaint of vision changes?Are there any diet changes or vitamins that may help a child with epilepsy?What are the signs of a stroke in a child? Are there other conditions that can present like a stroke?What are common causes of acute ataxia?What are the neurodevelopmental disorders leading to language delay and what work-up is needed?What are the Causes of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, How Often Does It Occur, and How Do You Treat It?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Neurology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, family practitioners, and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric sleep disorder references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Sleep Disorders: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians.Dr. Aaron Chidekel has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric sleep disorders. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric sleep disorders with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion.Some of the questions that are answered: Why do we sleep and what is happening when children sleep?How does sleep change from infancy to adulthood?What are the latest recommendations for safe infant sleep and the prevention of SIDS?What are some pearls or strategies to manage or even better, to prevent behavioral sleep disorders in young children?What is obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?What is narcolepsy and do children actually develop this condition?Which of my patients should have a polysomnogram?Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Sleep Disorders: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, family practitioners, and pediatric residents will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.