Pediatric Voices

Join us in this insightful episode as Dr. Jason Lang explains the complexities of pediatric asthma. Learn about common misconceptions, symptoms, and the importance of early diagnosis. Empower yourself with knowledge to help your child navigate their health journey successfully.

Tune in to hear about how Adeline's life changed when she received a pacemaker to manage her Long QT Syndrome. She shares her thoughts on being a patient, what it's like to live with the device, and her advice for other kids facing similar challenges. This episode is both enlightening and inspiring.

Are you worried about your child's sleep patterns? In this episode, Dr. Sujay Kansagra shares expert insights to help parents determine whether their children are getting enough rest. From sleep apnea and restless legs syndrome to sleep studies and melatonin, Dr. Kansagra covers various topics and actionable strategies that parents can implement to foster better sleep for their children at every stage.

Like a winning college basketball program, caring for a community of children is a true team effort, bringing together healthcare experts, volunteers, philanthropists, and others. Duke Children's Hospital has an incredible partner in Duke Men's Basketball – together, they are deeply invested in supporting research, innovation, education, and care for patients and families. In this episode, Marcelle Scheyer (the First Lady of Duke Men's Basketball) and K.C. Nelson (Chair of the National Leadership Council) discuss their partnership with Duke Children's both on and off the court. To learn more or to join the effort, reach out at dukekids@duke.edu.

Pediatric dermatologists treat conditions of the skin, hair, and nails in patients as young as newborns, through childhood and adolescence, and into young adulthood. While some patients require only observation and reassurance, others need advanced diagnostic evaluation, chronic medical treatment, or laser and other sophisticated surgical therapy. Dr. Jane Bellet—a pediatric dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon—joins us in this episode to discuss a broad range of conditions which affect children (and worry parents), from common birthmarks and sunburns, to excessive sweating and rare vascular disorders, and beyond.