Contact Information

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

PediatricsNeonatology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Learn more about Carl H. Backes Jr.

Biography

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Patient Care

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Academic and Clinical Areas

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

Research

Lab(s)

Center for Perinatal Research

Publications

                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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Education

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Professional Experience

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

Contact Information

Pediatrics

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Contact Information

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

PediatricsNeonatology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Learn more about Carl H. Backes Jr.

Biography

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Patient Care

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Academic and Clinical Areas

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

Research

Lab(s)

Center for Perinatal Research

Publications

                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

View More Publications

Education

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Professional Experience

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

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Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

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Learn more about Carl H. Backes Jr.

Biography

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Biography

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Biography

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Carl H. Backes, Jr, MD, is a member of the Center for Perinatal Research at The Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, and Attending Neonatologist and Attending Cardiologist at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. His clinical interests include the care of premature infants born with congenital heart disease. His research interests involve improving outcomes among premature infants with adverse cardiovascular or hemodynamic sequala.

Patient Care

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Patient Care

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Patient Care

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Locations

Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

  • Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Academic and Clinical Areas

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

Academic and Clinical Areas

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

Academic and Clinical Areas

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

Neonatology

Physician Team

Heart Center

Physician Team

Primary Care Pediatrics

Physician Team

Center for Perinatal Research

Principal Investigator

Cardiology Fellowship

Faculty

Neonatology Fellowship

Faculty

Primary Department

Pediatrics

Primary Section

Neonatology

  • Neonatology
  • Physician Team
  • Heart Center
  • Physician Team
  • Primary Care Pediatrics
  • Physician Team
  • Center for Perinatal Research
  • Principal Investigator
  • Cardiology Fellowship
  • Faculty
  • Neonatology Fellowship
  • Faculty
  • Primary Department
  • Pediatrics
  • Primary Section
  • Neonatology

Research

Lab(s)

Center for Perinatal Research

Publications

                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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Research

Lab(s)

Center for Perinatal Research

Publications

                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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                  Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

                


                  Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

                


                  Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

                


                  Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

                


                  Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

                


                  Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

                


                  Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

                


                  Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59: 

                


                  Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

                


                  Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

                


                  Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

                


                  Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

                


                  Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

                


                  Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

                


                  Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

                


                  Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;  

                


                  Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;  

                


                  McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

                


                  Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

                


                  Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

                


                  Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

                


                  Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

                


                  Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

                


                  Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

                


                  Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

                


                  Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

                


                  Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

                


                  Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

                


                  Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down's syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

                


                  Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139: 

                


                  Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

                


                  Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

                


                  Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

                


                  Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

                


                  Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

                


                  Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

                


                  Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

                


                  Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

                


                  Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

                


                  Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5: 

                


                  Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

                


                  Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

                


                  Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks' gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

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Center for Perinatal Research

  • Center for Perinatal Research

  • Kielt MJ, Logan JW, Backes CH, Reber KM, Nelin LD, Shepherd EG. In-hospital outcomes of late referrals for established bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2021 Aug; 41: 1972-1982.

  • Pavlek LR, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Randle J, Hanlon C, Small K, Bell EF, Rysavy MA, Conroy S, Backes CH. Eligibility Criteria and Representativeness of Randomized Clinical Trials That Include Infants Born Extremely Premature: A Systematic Review. J Pediatr. 2021 Aug; 235: 63-74.e12.

  • Zettler E, Rivera BK, Stiver C, Boe B, Cua C, Ball MK, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Chen B, Callahan R, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis among premature infants with single-vessel disease. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1621-1626.

  • Frank DB, Levy PT, Stiver CA, Boe BA, Baird CW, Callahan RM, Smith CV, Vanderlaan RD, Backes CH. Primary pulmonary vein stenosis during infancy: state of the art review. J Perinatol. 2021 Jul; 41: 1528-1539.

  • Rysavy MA, Mehler K, Oberthür A, Ågren J, Kusuda S, McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Kribs A, Normann E, Carlson SJ, Klein JM, Backes CH, Bell EF. An Immature Science: Intensive Care for Infants Born at =23 Weeks of Gestation. J Pediatr. 2021 Jun; 233: 16-25.e1.

  • Jadcherla AV, Backes CH, Cua CL, Smith CV, Levy PT, Ball MK. Primary Pulmonary Vein Stenosis: A New Look at a Rare but Challenging Disease. Neoreviews. 2021 May; 22: e296-e308.

  • Abdi HH, Backes CH, Ball MK, Talavera-Barber MM, Klebanoff MA, Jadcherla SR, Mohamed TH, Slaughter JL. Prophylactic Indomethacin in extremely preterm infants: association with death or BPD and observed early serum creatinine levels. J Perinatol. 2021 Apr; 41: 749-755.

  • Bischoff AR, Jasani B, Sathanandam SK, Backes C, Weisz DE, McNamara PJ. Percutaneous Closure of Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Infants 1.5 kg or Less: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr. 2021 Mar; 230: 84-92.e14.

  • Backes CH, Rivera BK, Pavlek L, Beer LJ, Ball MK, Zettler ET, Smith CV, Bridge JA, Bell EF, Frey HA. Proactive neonatal treatment at 22 weeks of gestation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2021 Feb; 224: 158-174.

  • Marzec L, Zettler E, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Pasquali S, Katheria A, Backes CH. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants with congenital heart disease. Prog Pediatr Cardiol. 2020 Dec; 59:

  • Backes CH, Cooper JN, Notestine JL, Alfred CM, Ball MK, Rivera BK, Lamp JM, Marzec L, Stenger MR, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Beer LJ, Howard CR, Welty SE, Peter Richardson C, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. A trial comparing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices in preterm infants. J Perinatol. 2020 Aug; 40: 1193-1201.

  • Scerbo D, Cua CL, Rivera BK, Marzec LC, Smith CV, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very-Low-Weight Infants. Neoreviews. 2020 Jul; 21: e469-e478.

  • Pishevar N, Fathi O, Backes CH, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD. Predicting survival in infants born at <27 weeks gestation admitted to an all referral neonatal intensive care unit: a pilot study. J Perinatol. 2020 May; 40: 750-757.

  • Korbel L, Backes CH Jr, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Carbajal MM, Reber K, Bonachea EM. Pediatric Residency Graduates Preparedness for Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship: The Perspective of First-Year Fellows. Am J Perinatol. 2020 Apr; 37: 511-518.

  • Cooper A, Sisco K, Backes CH, Dutro M, Seabrook R, Santoro SL, Cua CL. Usefulness of Postnatal Echocardiography in Patients with Down Syndrome with Normal Fetal Echocardiograms. Pediatr Cardiol. 2019 Dec; 40: 1716-1721.

  • Backes CH, Donovan JL, Slaughter JL. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in preterm infants: considerations in the design of a randomized trial. J Perinatol. 2019 Nov; 39: 1437-1438.

  • Slaughter JL, Cua CL, Notestine JL, Rivera BK, Marzec L, Hade EM, Maitre NL, Klebanoff MA, Ilgenfritz M, Le VT, Lewandowski DJ, Backes CH. Early prediction of spontaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) closure and PDA-associated outcomes: a prospective cohort investigation. BMC Pediatr. 2019 Sep 13; 19: 333.

  • Backes CH, Giesinger RE, Rivera BK, Berman DP, Smith CV, Cua CL, Kelleher KJ, McNamara PJ, Slaughter JL. Percutaneous Closure of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in Very Low Weight Infants: Considerations Following US Food and Drug Administration Approval of a Novel Device. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 26;

  • Nealon E, Rivera BK, Cua CL, Ball MK, Stiver C, Boe BA, Slaughter JL, Chisolm J, Smith CV, Cooper JN, Armstrong AK, Berman DP, Backes CH. Follow-up after Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus Occlusion in Lower Weight Infants. J Pediatr. 2019 Jun 28;

  • McNamara PJ, Giesinger RE, Backes CH. Cardiac catheterisation for closure of patent ductus arteriosus. Lancet Child Adolesc Health. 2019 May; 3: 290-292.

  • Mitchell CC, Rivera BK, Cooper JN, Smith CV, Berman DP, Slaughter JL, Backes CH. Percutaneous closure of the patent ductus arteriosus: opportunities moving forward. Congenit Heart Dis. 2019 Jan; 14: 95-99.

  • Backes CH, Notestine JL, Lamp JM, Balough JC, Notestine AM, Alfred CM, Kern JM, Stenger MR, Rivera BK, Moallem M, Miller RR, Naik A, Cooper JN, Howard CR, Welty SE, Hillman NH, Zupancic JAF, Stanberry LI, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Evaluating the efficacy of Seattle-PAP for the respiratory support of premature neonates: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 2019 Jan 18; 20: 63.

  • Backes CH, Söderström F, Ågren J, Sindelar R, Bartlett CW, Rivera BK, Mitchell CC, Frey HA, Shepherd EG, Nelin LD, Normann E. Outcomes following a comprehensive versus a selective approach for infants born at 22 weeks of gestation. J Perinatol. 2019 Jan; 39: 39-47.

  • Duffy V, Gomez D, Rycus P, Rivera B, Santoro SL, Backes CH, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Characteristics and Outcomes in Adult Patients With Down Syndrome. Artif Organs. 2018 Sep; 42: 921-925.

  • Lopez NL, Gowda C, Backes CH, Nandi D, Miller-Tate H, Fichtner S, Allen R, Stewart J, Cua CL. Differences in midterm outcomes in infants with hypoplastic left heart syndrome diagnosed with necrotizing enterocolitis: NPCQIC database analysis. Congenit Heart Dis. 2018 Jul; 13: 512-518.

  • Backes CH, Nealon E, Armstrong AK, Cua CL, Mitchell C, Krishnan U, Vanderlaan RD, Song MK, Viola N, Smith CV, McConnell PI, Rivera BK, Bridge J. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Infants: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis, and Meta-Regression. J Pediatr. 2018 Jul; 198: 36-45.e3.

  • Pavlek LR, Slaughter JL, Berman DP, Backes CH. Catheter-based closure of the patent ductus arteriosus in lower weight infants. Semin Perinatol. 2018 Jun; 42: 262-268.

  • Morrison A, Kelly J, Rivera B, Backes CH, Cua CL. Paediatric abstract publication rates for the American Society of Echocardiography Meeting. Cardiol Young. 2018 May; 28: 692-696.

  • Welty SE, Rusin CG, Stanberry LI, Mandy GT, Gest AL, Ford JM, Backes CH Jr, Richardson CP, Howard CR, Hansen TN, Smith CV. Short term evaluation of respiratory effort by premature infants supported with bubble nasal continuous airway pressure using Seattle-PAP and a standard bubble device. PLoS One. 2018; 13: e0193807.

  • Cua CL, Haque U, Miao Y, Backes CH. Necrotizing Enterocolitis Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. Am J Perinatol. 2017 Nov; 34: 1368-1374.

  • Backes CH, Kennedy KF, Locke M, Cua CL, Ball MK, Fick TA, Rivera BK, Smith CV, Holzer RJ, Boe BA, Berman DP, Bergersen L, Armstrong AK. Transcatheter Occlusion of the Patent Ductus Arteriosus in 747 Infants <6 kg: Insights From the NCDR IMPACT Registry. JACC Cardiovasc Interv. 2017 Sep 11; 10: 1729-1737.

  • Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down’s syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 427-431.

  • Cua CL, Haque U, Santoro S, Nicholson L, Backes CH. Differences in mortality characteristics in neonates with Down’s syndrome. J Perinatol. 2017 Apr; 37: 465.

  • Backes CH, Rivera BK, Bridge JA, Armstrong AK, Boe BA, Berman DP, Fick T, Holzer RJ, Hijazi ZM, Abadir S, Justino H, Bergersen L, Smith CV, Kirpalani H. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure During Infancy: A Meta-analysis. Pediatrics. 2017 Feb; 139:

  • Haque U, Stiver C, Rivera BK, Richards B, Ma N, Cua CL, Smith CV, Backes CH. Right ventricular performance using myocardial deformation imaging in infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia. J Perinatol. 2017 Jan; 37: 81-87.

  • Fick TA, Richards B, Backes CH, Ball MK. Persistent Oxygen Requirement beyond Prematurity: A Case of Acquired Pulmonary Vein Stenosis. Case Rep Pediatr. 2017; 2017: 3106871.

  • Gomez D, Duffy V, Hersey D, Backes C, Rycus P, McConnell P, Voss J, Galantowicz M, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outcomes After the Comprehensive Stage II Procedure in Patients With Single Ventricles. Artif Organs. 2017 Jan; 41: 66-70.

  • Backes CH, Bonachea EM, Rivera BK, Reynolds MM, Kovalchin CE, Reber KM, Ball MK, Sutsko R, Guntupalli SR, Smith CV, Mahan JD, Carbajal MM. Preparedness of pediatric residents for fellowship: a survey of US neonatal-perinatal fellowship program directors. J Perinatol. 2016 Dec; 36: 1132-1137.

  • Fick TA, Backes CH. Cardiovascular Remodeling in the Small for Gestational Age InfantpÇÇ- Implications and Future Directions. Circ J. 2016 Sep 23; 80: 2096-7.

  • Backes CH, Nicholson L, Rivera BK, Swier N, Marshall W, Cua CL. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Incidence, Characteristics, and Outcomes in Neonatal Down Syndrome Patients. ASAIO J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 62: 477-81.

  • Swier NL, Richards B, Cua CL, Lynch SK, Yin H, Nelin LD, Smith CV, Backes CH. Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Neonates with Severe Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Am J Perinatol. 2016 Jun; 33: 671-7.

  • Carpenito KR, Prusinski R, Kirchner K, Simsic J, Miao Y, Luce W, Cheatham JP, Galantowicz M, Backes CH, Cua CL. Results of a Feeding Protocol in Patients Undergoing the Hybrid Procedure. Pediatr Cardiol. 2016 Jun; 37: 852-9.

  • Backes CH, Beck S, Iams JD, Smith CV, Nelin LD. In Reply. Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Mar; 127: 603.

  • Backes CH, Cheatham SL, Deyo GM, Leopold S, Ball MK, Smith CV, Garg V, Holzer RJ, Cheatham JP, Berman DP. Percutaneous Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Closure in Very Preterm Infants: Feasibility and Complications. J Am Heart Assoc. 2016 Feb 12; 5:

  • Backes CH, Reagan PB, Smith CV, Jadcherla SR, Slaughter JL. Sildenafil Treatment of Infants With Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia-Associated Pulmonary Hypertension. Hosp Pediatr. 2016 Jan; 6: 27-33.

  • Backes CH, Smith CV. Patent Ductus ArteriosuspÇÇ- A Complex Problem in Need of a Solid Conceptual Foundation. Circ J. 2016; 80: 601-2.

  • Backes CH, Huang H, Iams JD, Bauer JA, Giannone PJ. Timing of umbilical cord clamping among infants born at 22 through 27 weeks’ gestation. J Perinatol. 2016 Jan; 36: 35-40.

Education

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Education

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Education

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 07/01/2013

Board Certifications

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Pediatrics

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2013

Fellowship

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2011

Residency

Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Date Completed: 06/30/2008

Medical School

Wright State University School of Medicine

Date Completed: 06/30/2006

  • Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Pediatrics

Professional Experience

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

Professional Experience

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

Professional Experience

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Attending Neonatology2013 - Present The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Assistant Professor2010 - Present Center for Perinatal Research, Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Principal Investigator2009 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Pediatric Resident Education Committee2006 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Instructor in Pediatrics

2013 - Present Nationwide Children’s Hospital/The Ohio State University, Attending Cardiologist

Contact Information

Pediatrics

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Contact Information

Pediatrics

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Contact Information

Pediatrics

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Pediatrics

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)

Call us at: (614) 722-4559

Fax us at: (614) 722-4541

                    Neonatology700 Children's DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)
  • Call us at:
  • (614) 722-4559
  • Fax us at:
  • (614) 722-4541
  • Neonatology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map)