PCOS in Pediatrics
Charting Pediatrics
Imagine your body as a complex orchestra. Every hormone playing its part in harmony. When one section falls out of sync, the entire performance shifts. That’s what happens with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), especially in adolescents. During puberty, hormones are already in flux, and PCOS can add another layer of challenges. Irregular periods, acne, excess hair growth, and weight gain are more than frustrating symptoms, they’re signs of an underlying hormonal imbalance that deserves attention. For pediatricians, recognizing PCOS early can make all the difference in helping...
info_outline
The Concussion Conversation
Charting Pediatrics
Whether it’s a bump, a blow, or a moment of confusion, concussions in kids don’t always look dramatic, but the impact can be significant. When parents start to worry and question what injury lies beneath the surface, pediatricians are typically the first phone call or visit. With evolving guidelines and pressure to clear kids for school and sports, what is the right call? In this episode, we will break down what every clinician should know about concussions including how to spot them, how to manage them and how to guide families through recovery with confidence. To understand...
info_outline
Better Sleep Solutions
Charting Pediatrics
Every parent dreams of the perfect bedtime routine: a quick story, a goodnight kiss, and lights out until morning. But real life? Toddlers fight sleep with boundless energy, grade-schoolers push for one more story and teens stay up late scrolling TikTok. Sleep problems in children and teens are common, but pediatricians can play a key role in guiding families toward better rest. In this episode, we explore how to help kids sleep better at every age. From gentle sleep training strategies for young children to managing insomnia and circadian rhythm shifts in teens, we’ll break down...
info_outline
Examining Eczema in Kids
Charting Pediatrics
For kids with eczema the discomfort of dry patches, constant itching and sleepless nights, can be relentless. For their parents, the search for answers is as well. In this episode, we’re scratching beneath the surface of one of the most common skin conditions in pediatrics. We’ll explore how to spot triggers, calm flare-ups, choose the right treatments and know when it’s time to call in a dermatologist. Whether it’s helping a toddler stop scratching or giving a teen the confidence to ditch the long sleeves, we’re here to equip pediatricians with the tools to help their patients find...
info_outline
All About Acne
Charting Pediatrics
For many teenagers, acne is always top of mind. At the doctor’s office, it’s not uncommon for teens to ask about their skin during a visit. With teenage patients, we’re not just treating acne. We’re also treating their self-esteem. In the wild world of acne, clogged pores meet hormonal havoc. Patients often want magic, and providers need a plan. In this episode, we extract the evidence and apply the right topical clinical wisdom to help manage acne in the office. Joining us for this episode is the host of our sister podcast, fully in Spanish, , . Dr. Torres-Zegarra specializes in...
info_outline
Suicide Prevention in Practice
Charting Pediatrics
Asking questions about mental health is not easy. What’s even harder is asking those questions well. But here’s the truth: community providers are uniquely positioned to spot the early warning signs of mental health struggles, including suicide risk. In fact, youth who attempt or die by suicide are far more likely to have contact with their PCP compared to a mental health provider in the months leading up to the event. Are providers identifying kids at risk? Are they asking the right questions in ways that open the door to real answers? In this episode, we confront this critical reality...
info_outline
Managing Migraines in Kids
Charting Pediatrics
Migraines aren’t just ‘bad headaches,’ and they don’t always present with pain. Every migraine is different, and they can present with a wide range of symptoms from dizzy spells to abdominal pain. In this episode, we aim to bring clarity to the complexity of migraines, exploring the latest research, clinical signs and possible interventions. Marcy Yonker, MD, Director of the Pediatric Headache Program at Children’s Colorado joins us for this episode. Dr. Yonker is the Francescon Endowed Chair in Headache and a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of CO School of Medicine....
info_outline
Spotting Celiac in Children
Charting Pediatrics
Celiac disease in kids is more common than you think, and often harder to spot than you’d expect. Celiac disease affects about 1 in 100 people globally, yet studies suggest as many as 80% of cases remain undiagnosed. For many community providers around the globe, it’s a diagnosis that certainly feels like it’s become much more prevalent in both diagnosis rates and public awareness in recent years. There is no ‘growing out’ of celiac disease, so that diagnosis for our kiddos is the beginning of a life full of gluten avoidance. Should we be screening for celiac disease in all of our...
info_outline
Clinical Clues in Infant Stool
Charting Pediatrics
When it comes to babies, there is one true common denominator for new parents — poop. While it’s one of the first things parents can fixate over, pediatricians know what’s in the diaper can say a lot about what’s going on inside that tiny body. From understanding different stool colors and consistency, to the difference in diaper contents between breast-fed and formula-fed babies, there’s a lot to learn about baby poop. This episode was recorded on the exhibit floor at the 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii. Joining us for this episode is...
info_outline
Painful Periods Aren’t Normal
Charting Pediatrics
The menstrual cycle is as regular as clockwork, or at least it should be. But for many adolescent patients, what should be a manageable monthly event turns into a full-blown disruptor of school, sports, sleep and sanity. As we explore the world of adolescent gynecology, we take a closer look at the intricate details: how cramps can hide endometriosis and ‘normal’ isn’t always what it seems. These symptoms are not just part of puberty. These are signals that deserve attention, validation, and thorough evaluation. This episode was recorded live on the exhibit floor at the 2025 Pediatric...
info_outlineThe heart is an involved organ in many syndromes impacting kids. Our understanding of the genetic underpinnings of pediatric heart conditions has improved greatly with better access to genetic testing. From inherited arrythmias to structural congenital heart defects, genetic testing is becoming an essential part of the diagnosis, treatment and family counseling in kids with heart problems.
To help us understand this evolving field, we are joined by Kathryn Chatfield, MD. She is the director of the Cardiac Genetics and Aortopathy Program at Children’s Hospital Colorado and specializes in clinical genetics and genomics, as well as cardiology. She is also an Associate Professor of Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Some highlights from this episode include:
- How to determine which kids should undergo a cardiac genetics workup and which ones may not need it
- Understanding if these diseases are inherited, spontaneous or mutations
- Why some kids with heart conditions are not seen until they are older
- How primary care providers can interact with specialized genetics clinics
For more information on Children’s Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org.