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Pediatrics Now: Cases Updates and Discussions for the Busy Pediatric Practitioner

UT Health San Antonio

Cases, updates, and discussions for the busy pediatric practitioner brought to you by UT Health San Antonio Host and author Holly Wayment.

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27:35

Tics vs Twitches: When to Worry and What to Do

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2025/11/02

Holly Wayment talks with Dr. Sheldon Gross about how to tell tics from twitches, common causes and triggers (stress, stimulants, sleep), and simple first steps families and pediatricians can take to reduce symptoms without medication.They review Tourette’s criteria, behavioral approaches like CBIT, medication options (guanfacine, clonidine, antipsychotics, topiramate), red flags for seizures or other neurological causes, and the overlap between neurological and psychiatric conditions.

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24:26

What Causes Autism? Part 2: The Latest Science, an...

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2025/10/24

Link for CME credit coming soon!Dr. Avinash Boddapati joins Pediatrics Now and builds on the wonderful talk by Dr. Mario Fierro in part one, to explain more about what we know—and don’t—about the causes of autism, highlighting that autism is multifactorial and involves genetics, brain biology, and environmental influences. He covers early red flags, genetic risk and testing, maternal and prenatal factors, common misconceptions (including vaccines), and promising research directions like

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52:54

Autism: What We "Know," A Grand Rounds Talk by Dr....

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2025/10/20

Link for CME Credit: https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10101120 Host Holly Wayment and the Department of Pediatrics bring us a recent grand rounds talk by Dr. Mario Fierro where he reviews how autism is defined under DSM‑5, explains core diagnostic areas (social/communication deficits and restricted/repetitive behaviors), and emphasizes age‑based interpretation and the spectrum of severity. He covers screening (M‑CHAT), standardized assessments (ADOS, CARS),

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54:01

Seizures in Kids — Practical Diagnosis, Treatments,...

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2025/09/22

Seizures in Kids — Practical Diagnosis, Treatments, and When to Referhttps://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10101013 Host Holly Wayment brings us this wonderful grand rounds talk for the general pediatrician by pediatric neurologist Dr. Natasha Varughese, where she reviews childhood epilepsy syndromes (ages ~3–15), covering self-limited epilepsies, focal and generalized epilepsies, and developmental epileptic encephalopathies. Key diagnostic tools include EEG, MRI,

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43:55

Mosquitoes, Fleas & Outbreak: ID Update with Deena...

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2025/08/27

Link for CME Credit Coming Soon!Mosquitoes, Fleas & Outbreaks — Pediatric ID Updates with Dr. Deena Sutter Host Holly Wayment interviews pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Deena Sutter chikungunya outbreak in China, flea‑borne typhus in South Texas, and a rise in hand‑foot‑and‑mouth cases. The episode covers transmission, clinical signs, prevention tips (mosquito control, repellents, pet flea prevention), travel vaccine guidance, and practical advice for pediatric practitioners on

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56:51

Treating Pain in Medically Fragile Children

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2025/08/19

Link for MOC Credit Coming soon for this grand rounds talk episode!In this episode, Rachel Vandermeer, MD, reviews pain assessment and treatment for children with medical fragility, focusing on altered pain pathways, common pain sources, and the need for multimodal, individualized plans. Practical recommendations include careful opioid use, gabapentinoids, clonidine for dysautonomia, prevention strategies around procedures, bowel regimens, and close outpatient follow-up to manage chronic

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30:56

COVID Update: Review of Scientific Studies

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2025/06/19

link for CME credit coming soon!Join host Holly Wayment on "Pediatrics Now" as she delves into the latest COVID-19 vaccination recommendations for children with Dr. J.B. Cantey, a double-boarded expert in neonatology and infectious disease. Discover the importance of complete immunization using mRNA vaccines, the science behind crossover doses, and seasonal expectations for COVID and flu. In this insightful episode, Dr. Cantey addresses common parental concerns, emphasizing the necessity of

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59:07

Understanding Bone Health in Children: Grand Rounds...

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2025/06/07

link for CME credit coming soon!Host Holly Wayment brings us a grand rounds episode with Radhika B. Pillai, MD as she delves into the importance of bone health in children. With a strong foundation in cystic fibrosis research, Dr. Pillai explores critical pediatric concerns such as calcium growth, puberty disorders, diabetes, and obesity. In this episode, Dr. Pillai emphasizes the significance of bone health, highlighting its often-under appreciated role in pediatric care. She provides insights

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43:29

Alternative Birth Practices: What the Pediatrician...

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2025/05/31

Join host Holly Wayment for a captivating discussion with Dr. Kang, a pediatrician and neonatal perinatal medicine fellow, as she delves into the world of alternative birth practices. This episode covers a range of topics including water immersion for labor, vaginal seeding, and umbilical non-severance, illustrating the growing interest in these methods. Dr. Kang provides an overview of the benefits and risks associated with each practice, offering insights into their prevalence and the existing

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30:17

Measles Outbreak Update: “It’s Heartbreaking”

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2025/05/16

link for free CME credit coming soonJoin host Holly Wayment as she delves into the pressing issue of measles in Texas with Dr. Jason Bowling, a leading expert in infectious diseases. Dr. Bowling discusses where we are right now with measles, a disease that was previously declared eradicated due to vaccination, the impact on the community, and the critical role of vaccination in preventing further spread. Learn measles symptoms can mimic other viral infections, and the steps pediatricians can take

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56:10

Motivational Interviewing for the Busy Practitioner

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2025/05/09

https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098690In this episode, host and executive producer Holly Wayment dives into motivational interviewing (MI) with expert David Roberts, Ph.D.. Discover how this gold-standard counseling approach can dramatically improve treatment adherence for pediatric practitioners. Dr. Roberts, a seasoned psychiatrist and member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers, shares his extensive experience in training over 3,000

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47:32

What Can We Learn About Compassion From the Head of...

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2025/04/24

Link for CME Credithttps://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098640 Join host Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now as she explores the intersection of medicine and customer service with Matthew Anderson, Vice President of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo. Discover how principles from the corporate world can enhance patient care and communication in pediatric settings. Learn the significance of humanizing interactions and the critical components that can transform

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44:21

Neurosugery Update

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2025/03/08

Link for CME credit coming soon!In this episode of Pediatrics Now, host Holly Wayment sits down with Dr. Joanna Gernsback, a pediatric neurosurgeon at University Health and UT Health San Antonio, to discuss the crucial topic of pediatric safety and accident prevention. Dr. Gernsback shares insights on the increasing cases of ATV-related accidents, emphasizing the importance of wearing helmets and taking safety courses for young riders. The conversation also touches on broader subjects such as the

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31:41

Cardiology Heart to Heart ❤️

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2025/03/05

Link for CME Credit Episode 22: A Heart to Heart with Dr. Ginnie Abarbanell https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098363 Join host Holly Wayment and Dr. Ginnie Abarbanell, head of Pediatric Cardiology at UT Health San Antonio and University Health, as they have a heart to heart conversation about congenital heart disease, the most common birth defect worldwide. Learn about the challenges of detecting heart defects prenatally. Discover the warning signs that

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54:21

Navigating the Fierce Flu Season: Insights with Dr....

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2025/02/13

CME CreditLinkhttps://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098273 In this episode of Pediatrics Now, host Holly Wayment welcomes back Dr. J.B. Cantey. With flu season at its peak, Dr. Cantey shares insights into the challenges pediatric practitioners face, particularly with the circulation of both H1N1, H3N2, and the emerging H5N1 strain, or bird flu. He discusses the importance of vaccination, hand hygiene, and vigilant testing, while addressing common concerns about

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44:23

Respiratory Viruses Update

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2025/01/27

Respiratory Viruses UpdateCME Credit Link Coming Soon! In this episode, we delve into the challenges faced by pediatric practitioners during the height of respiratory virus season. Host Holly Wayment is joined by Dr. Tess Barton, pediatric infectious disease specialist, to discuss RSV, influenza, pneumonia, Covid and more. Dr. Barton talks about RSV vaccines, especially the recent FDA warning about Guillain-Barre syndrome, and clarifies that the warning does not pertain to the vaccine for infants

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01:05:53

AI in Medicine: Ready for a Texas-Sized Leap Forward...

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2025/01/17

Episode 17: AI in Medicine: Ready for a Texas-Sized Leap Forward or Not?https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098193 FACULTY: James Barry, MD is a Professor of Pediatrics, Section of Neonatology, and Medical Director, University of Colorado Neonatal Intensive Care OVERVIEW: Join Host Holly Wayment in this enlightening episode as she explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in medicine, particularly in pediatrics. This week, Holly presents

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53:44

Migraine Headache and Advances in Management

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2024/12/06

Migraine Headache and Advances in ManagementLink for MOC credit: CME Link: https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10098103 Pediatric and Adolescent Migraine Headache and Advances in Management FACULTY: Asra Akbar, MD is an Assistant Professor, Pediatric Neurologist and Epileptologist, Pediatric Headache Management Specialist, Division of Neurology, Department of Pediatrics, UT Health San Antonio OVERVIEW: Welcome to Pediatrics Now, where host Holly Wayment talks

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35:50

COVID and Flu: Updates, Insights, and Best Practices

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2024/10/04

COVID and Flu: Updates, Insights, and Best PracticesLink for free CME credit: https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10097919 Join host Holly Wayment in this episode of Pediatrics Now as she welcomes back infectious disease expert Dr. Tess Barton from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Together, they dive into the latest developments in pediatric care concerning COVID-19, including the risk factors, the importance of vaccinations, and the

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01:04:58

Good Bugs Gone Bad: The Microbiome in Health and Disease

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2024/09/06

Good Bugs Gone Bad: The Microbiome in Health and DiseaseLink for MOC Credit: https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10097795 FACULTY: David Haslam, MD is a Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. This podcast is brought to you by the Department of Pediatrics at UT Health San Antonio. Join Holly Wayment on this grand rounds episode of Pediatrics Now with Dr. David Haslam, a distinguished professor of

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