News tagged with pediatric practices
Medically underserved girls receive less frequent evaluation for short stature
Primary care doctors are less likely to refer short girls than short boys for diagnostic testing that can reveal underlying medical reasons for their short stature, according to a new study of an urban pediatric population ...
Mar 21, 2011 |
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Novel 'medical home' program for pediatric patients, families cuts ER visits in half
For parents of children with multiple medical problems, keeping up with countless doctor's appointments, ongoing tests and a variety of medications can be overwhelming, especially for those in challenging ...
Mar 16, 2010 |
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Hospital care varies greatly for children with urinary tract infections
More than 45,000 infants and children in the United States are hospitalized each year for urinary tract infections, but a new study reveals significant variability across hospitals in treatment and outcomes.
Apr 21, 2009 |
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