Kirsten Tulchin Francis

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-2778 Fax us at: (614) 722-3373 Email Kirsten Tulchin-Francis, PhD Orthopedics700 Children’s DriveColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Kirsten Tulchin-Francis Biography With nearly 25 years of experience in biomechanics, Kirsten Tulchin-Francis, PhD, has been studying the science behind how children and young adults with orthopedic and neurological conditions walk, jump and play through motion capture. MoCap, as it is frequently referred in the movie and video game industry, uses high-speed cameras, special force sensing plates in the floor and computers to track the 3D movement of the head, arms, legs, and feet as kids walk, squat, bend and run....

January 31, 2023 · 36 min · 7521 words · Ralph Brown

Kristin C Kerper

Contact Information Call us at: (614)355-7988 Email Kristin C Kerper, OTR/L Clinical Therapies7853 Pacer DriveDelaware, OH 43015 (map) Learn more about Kristin C Kerper Academic and Clinical Areas Occupational Therapy Developmental Occupational Therapy Team Primary Department Clinical Therapies Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 01/09/2017 Graduate School The Ohio State University Date Completed: 12/18/2016 Undergraduate School The Ohio State University Date Completed: 12/01/2013 Contact Information Clinical Therapies Call us at: (614)355-7988...

January 31, 2023 · 3 min · 521 words · Alfredo Nation

Links Fore Lu Golf Outing

Join us for the 6th annual Links Fore Lu Golf Outing on July 17th! The Lauryn “Lu” Oliphant Memorial Fund was established to honor Lu’s legacy by raising awareness and funding Leukemia Research. Cost is $320 for a team of four ($80 per golfer) with all proceeds benefiting leukemia research. Sponsorship opportunities include: event sponsors, hole sponsors, lunch sponsor, putting challenge sponsor and so much more. Learn more at: http://www.lumemorialfund.com/linksforelu.html...

January 31, 2023 · 1 min · 140 words · Joshua Calderon

Maryam Fouladi

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-3550 Fax us at: (614) 722-3369 PediatricsHematology & Oncology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Maryam Fouladi Biography Maryam Fouladi, MD, MSc, FRCP, is a pediatric neuro-oncologist, co-executive director of the pediatric neuro-oncology program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and a Professor of Pediatrics at the Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Fouladi is an internationally recognized expert in pediatric brain tumors, and is particularly renowned for her work in phase I clinical trials....

January 31, 2023 · 87 min · 18499 words · Gail Mcpherson

Measles Virus Facts For Families

View Blog in Spanish View Blog in Somali What Is Measles? Measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through the air from coughing and sneezing. It is a vaccine-preventable infection. Prior to the development of a measles vaccine, nearly all children became infected with measles before reaching high school. Measles was a frequent cause of hospitalization in the pre-vaccine era with nearly 50,000 hospitalizations per year. Since the widespread use of vaccination, measles infections declined significantly to fewer than 100 cases annually....

January 31, 2023 · 7 min · 1332 words · Ida Rose

Nosebleeds Epistaxis Causes Prevention And How To Treat

Most nosebleeds are a nuisance and stop within 5 to 10 minutes. They usually do not cause enough blood loss to be serious in children who are otherwise healthy. Nosebleeds are common in children because delicate, small blood vessels line the nose and can easily break. What Causes Nosebleeds Nosebleeds are most often caused by: nose picking or scratching the inside of the nose rubbing the nose often dry air - Home heating systems may dry the air in your home and also dry the lining of the nose....

January 31, 2023 · 14 min · 2877 words · Karl Mccloskey

Rolf W Stottmann

Contact Information Email Rolf W. Stottmann, PhD Institute for Genomic Medicine700 Children’s DriveColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Rolf W. Stottmann Biography Rolf Stottmann, PhD, is a principal investigator in the Institute for Genomic Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and an associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. He joined Nationwide Children’s in 2021. He received a B.S. (Physiology and Neurobiology) and M.S. (Developmental Neurobiology) from the University of Maryland, College Park....

January 31, 2023 · 46 min · 9664 words · Randy Carr

Simulation Program

“An immersion in the reality of pediatric patient care” Nationwide Children’s Simulation Program supports the hospital’s guiding principle to “Create a safe day every day.” Accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, our Simulation Program provides opportunities for various medical professionals to practice technical skills, medical judgment and collaborative teamwork. Simulation activities incorporate a variety of simulation modalities and methodologies including state-of-the-art simulators, actual patient care environments, virtual reality and task trainers....

January 31, 2023 · 10 min · 1918 words · Shirley Sangi

Treating Your Child S Dry Skin This Winter

I have a confession to make…as the freezing temperatures and snow make its way through Columbus; I am out walking by the river without a jacket. Somehow, I managed to escape by conveniently planning a trip down South. Among other benefits of this well-timed vacation, my hands are enjoying the break. I’m sure I’m not alone in dreading the dry skin ushered in by the winter. For many, this can be extremely uncomfortable....

January 31, 2023 · 6 min · 1220 words · Christine Williams

What Is Diabetes

When you have diabetes, your body does not make enough insulin or does not use insulin well. The body is made up of many cells. Each cell needs sugar (glucose) for energy. Glucose comes from the foods you eat. Insulin is the key that allows glucose to get into the cells to make energy. Insulin is made in your pancreas. What Kind of Diabetes do I Have? There are different kinds of diabetes that children can have....

January 31, 2023 · 18 min · 3661 words · Helen Lee

Why Patients With Diabetes Have More Utis

Diabetes and Urinary Tract Infections: What Parents Need to Know People with diabetes are at higher risk for urinary tract infections (UTIs) – up to 10 times higher risk! This makes them more likely to experience kidney injury as a result of UTIs. UTIs are bacterial infections anywhere in the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. They are more common in females than males, but anyone can get one....

January 31, 2023 · 4 min · 804 words · Eleanor Jones

Women S Board Of Nationwide Children S Hospital

The Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital was part of the original vision of the hospital when it was founded in 1892. For more than 126 years, the Women’s Board has been serving the hospital and raising funds to support the hospital’s mission of providing outstanding health care to all children, no matter what their family’s financial situation. Women’s Board is proud to be the founding Auxiliary of the wonderful institution known today as Nationwide Children’s Hospital....

January 31, 2023 · 2 min · 322 words · Anita Langdon

You People Netflix Now Playing

4 votes and 2 Reviews | Write a Review Rotten Tomatoes® Score 42% 36% In Theaters: January 20, 2023 (limited) On Netflix: January 27, 2023 R | 1h 56m | Comedy, Romance Watch Trailer Movie Times A new couple (Jonah Hill, Lauren London) find themselves examining modern love and family dynamics amidst their families’ (Eddie Murphy, Nia Long, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, David Duchovny) clashing cultures, societal expectations and generational differences. Director: Kenya Barris...

January 31, 2023 · 2 min · 239 words · Roberto Wilson

Asthma Express Program

Asthma Express is a home visit program designed to assist a patient and/or caregiver in understanding and succeeding in the management of asthma. During the home visits a nurse will perform a physical and environment assessment, assist with identification of triggers, review medications and action plan and provide education. How to Reach Us Services are available with a referral from the patient’s physician. Regular hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p....

January 30, 2023 · 4 min · 703 words · Esther Walters

Camp Halo 2022

Hand | Arm | Leg | Other Registration Now Open! Date: Saturday, July 30, 2022 Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Recreation Unlimited, 7700 Piper Rd., Ashley, OH 43303 This is a free event! Join us for a fun and educational day at Recreation Unlimited planned especially for children with limb differences and their families. This day includes: Family activities Education session for moms and dads Separate fun sessions for teens and kids Family lunch and snacks Special Guest: Tony Memmel Singer-songwriter, speaker and teacher with unique charisma and creativity....

January 30, 2023 · 2 min · 344 words · James Ostrowski

Carolyn A Barber

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 898-9994 Fax us at: (614) 898-1098 Dentistry395 N West StSte AWesterville, OH 43082 (map) Learn more about Carolyn A. Barber Patient Care Locations Main Campus of Nationwide Children’s Hospital Academic and Clinical Areas Dentistry Community Physician Primary Department Dentistry Primary Section Pediatric Dentistry Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 11/30/2005 Board Certifications Pediatric Dentistry Residency Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Date Completed: 06/30/1990...

January 30, 2023 · 3 min · 598 words · Tyler Pitsch

Columbus Childrens Hospital Involved In An Investigational Clinical Trial Using A Gastric Band In Adolescents

Columbus Childrens Hospital is one of several pediatric institutions in the country involved in an investigational clinical trial using a gastric band in severely obese adolescents 14-years-old to 17-years-old. During the trial, researchers will study the effects of the band over a long-term follow-up period. The goal of the trial is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness in a morbidly obese adolescent population (ages 14 to 17 years) and to assess associated changes from baseline in obesity-related comorbidities (i....

January 30, 2023 · 4 min · 792 words · Marvin Mosholder

Department Of Pediatric Surgery Annual Report

The mission of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is to provide collaborative, comprehensive, state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary care for infants, children and adolescents with surgical disorders. The members of the department are all full-time faculty of the Department of Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and are committed to excellence in clinical care, surgical education, research and quality improvement. The mission of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is to provide collaborative, comprehensive, state-of-the-art, multidisciplinary care for infants, children and adolescents with surgical disorders....

January 30, 2023 · 1 min · 128 words · Gloria Armas

Development Board Of Nationwide Children S Hospital

Pay It Forward Party Annual Event The Development Board is a dynamic group of Columbus area business professionals who are committed to raising funds to support various programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Membership Information The Development Board recruits vibrant professionals for membership September through November annually. While the membership process does require a referral from an existing member, there are numerous volunteer opportunities that allow for membership interaction and that provide insight to Development Board’s fundraising events and activities....

January 30, 2023 · 7 min · 1445 words · Tara Williams

Duane R Copenheaver

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 355-9900 Fax us at: (614) 355-9910 PediatricsHilltop Primary Care Center2857 W Broad StColumbus, OH 43204 (map) Learn more about Duane R. Copenheaver Biography Duane R. Copenheaver, DO, is a Nationwide Children's Hospital staff physician and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University. He provides patient care in the Nationwide Children's Hospital Hilltop Primary Care Center. Patient Care Locations Hilltop Primary Care Center...

January 30, 2023 · 5 min · 952 words · Larisa Meinke