A 15-year-old female presents with mild dyspnea with exertion, and frequent wet cough and throat-clearing. On physical exam, vital signs are normal. She has forced expiratory wheezes in both upper lobes, and no digital clubbing.

CHOP partners with community donors to meet the extraordinary challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The findings examine previous research and build on a link between kidney stones and the gut microbiome.

“Whether it’s in the home or the clinic, the United States or abroad, nurses are the masters of care coordination,” says Dr. Irving. “They ensure the best possible care is provided to patients and families according to their situations.”

After 46 years of consummate pediatric practice at CHOP, Steve Ludwig, MD is set to retire from clinical practice this July.

To mark the group’s 5-year anniversary, some regular participants shared what they value about the group.

Yes, burnout is an important issue in healthcare and, yes, the EHR is a major factor in its rise.

Latest news including a new peanut allergy treatment, risk factors linked to poor sleep, updated sepsis guidelines and more.

Burnout is a well-recognized problem that transcends all fields of medicine. Recently the conversation has shifted toward burnout prevention and promotion of wellness among CHOP fellows.

Susan L. Furth, MD, PhD, Chief of the Division of Nephrology and Vice Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, was recently nominated for membership in the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS), a nonprofit, professional organization founded in 1885 for the advancement of scientific and practical medicine.