Kids are curious! Which means that injuries are common in childhood. Learn all about head injuries, burns, insect bites and what to do when your child swallows a foreign body. Tune into episode 16 of KidzDocTalk with Dr. Jennie and special guest, Dr. Melissa Kivitz-Krantzow to learn more about pediatric emergencies and common injuries.
It's summertime! Burns are happening a lot for kids from BBQ's, fireworks to just curious kids. This episode covers:
-common burns
-most concerning burns
-treating burns at home (and how)
-when to see a burn specialist
Learn about the most common objects kids ingest and when to let these objects pass naturally or when to seek medical attention for removal. This episode covers:
-What to do when your child swallows a foreign body
-A trick to try at home before taking your child to the doctor (Mother's Kiss)
A quick illustration and explanation of The mother’s kiss
https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2013/may/mothers-kiss/
-Dangers of objects being ingested (damage to stomach, esophagus etc.)
-X-rays of neck, chest & stomach
-Symptoms to be concerned with that parents should look for when their child has swallowed an object
Call the National Battery Ingestion Hotline if someone swallows a battery.
National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline: (800) 498-8666
Head injuries are very common for children. This episode covers:
-Low risk & high risks of kids (when a CT scan is needed)
-Brain injuries vs concussions
-What to look for when your child may have a serious brain/head injury
PECARN Pediatric Head Injury/Trauma Algorithm-Predicts need for brain imaging after pediatric head injury: https://www.mdcalc.com/pecarn-pediatric-head-injury-trauma-algorithm
Insect bites are inevitable during the summertime, especially in South Florida! This episode will cover:
-remedies to help ease insect bite symptoms
-Skeeter Syndrome (allergic reaction to bites)
-Skin infections from scratching & treatment (Cellulitis)
About Dr. Melissa Kivitz-Krantzow
Melissa attended medical school at Albany Medical College and her Pediatric Residency at Cornell New York Presbyterian. She then went on to Pediatric ER fellowship -LIJ- Cohen children’s Medical Center.
Melissa worked at Joe DiMaggio children’s Hospital, West Boca Medical Center Pediatric ER and is currently working at PM Pediatrics in Parkland, FL.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family (husband and 3 children-(ages 6, 4, and 2) and one labradoodle.)