Examining Exanthems!
What’s the difference between exanthems and enanthems? What are non-viral causes of exanthems? And what are some examples of atypical exanthems?
Med-Peds Forum
Eczema: Itching to Know More?
Why is eczema so itchy? What ages does it affect? Are there diagnostic criteria? And what’s a wet wrap?
Acne Vulgaris: Do You Know Your Comedones?
How does pathophysiology relate to treatment in our management of acne? What evidence is there for classification and treatment? What non-topical therapies are available?
Anxiety Disorders: We Can Help!
How do we differentiate normal anxiety from anxiety disorders? What screening tests should we use in the primary care setting? What other medical disorders can present with anxiety? And what therapy is first line?
Paying Attention to ADHD
What criteria should we use to diagnose ADHD? What are the treatment options? What are the most common comorbid conditions?
Tantrums: NO, I DON’T WANNA & YOU CAN’T MAKE ME!
What counseling can we offer parents on managing tantrums? Are tantrums associated with any underlying conditions? And when a toddler throws a tantrum, can the sounds really only be understood by dogs and dolphins?
Toilet Training 101
When should we start? What tips are there to help parents train their kids? And is it too late for our own Dr. Berk?
Sleep Like a Baby!
How does sleep physiology change during infancy? What are the AAP’s recommendations on SIDS? And can we train babies to sleep?
TB or not TB, That is the Question
How common is TB worldwide? What about in Rhode Island? Who should we be testing? How do we interpret screening tests?
You Know These Hips Don’t Lie…
What are the common causes of hip pain? What exam maneuvers can we utilize to determine a diagnosis? And do the hips “lie” if the patient is supine?