Boxer S Fracture

A boxer’s fracture is caused by hitting something with a closed fist. It’s often seen in teenagers. The fracture will typically heal within 3 to 4 weeks from the date of injury. Symptoms A boxer’s fracture can cause: Bruising Swelling Less motion of hand or fingers Pain with hand and finger motion Diagnosing the Fracture X-rays of the hand are taken to see if there is a fracture. A boxer’s fracture is a small finger metacarpal neck fracture (Picture 1)....

January 6, 2023 · 9 min · 1848 words · Ruth Kelley

Brian J Huck

Contact Information Call us at: (614)355-8736 Sports Medicine5680 Venture DriveDublin, OH 43017 (map) Learn more about Brian J Huck Biography Brian Huck, MS, AT, ATC received his bachelor's degree in Athletic Training from Otterbein College and his master's degree in Athletic Training from Indiana State University. Brian is a certified Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification, and licensed in the State of Ohio. Prior to joining the staff at Nationwide Children's Sports Medicine, Brian was the Athletic Trainer for Lancaster High School,in Lancaster, Ohio....

January 6, 2023 · 5 min · 979 words · Martin Moore

Celina M Labrec Salmons

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 259-0920 Fax us at: (614) 259-0702 Pediatrics5500 N Meadows DrSte 220Grove City, OH 43123 (map) Learn more about Celina M. LaBrec-Salmons Academic and Clinical Areas Community Pediatrics Community Physician Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Community Pediatrics Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 09/27/2013 Board Certifications Internal Medicine Pediatrics Residency Wright State University School of Medicine Date Completed: 06/30/2013 Medical School Wright State University School of Medicine...

January 6, 2023 · 3 min · 638 words · Sandra Echeverria

Chelsea C Shellhart

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-5651 Fax us at: (614) 722-5671 DentistryLAC Dentistry700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Chelsea C. Shellhart Academic and Clinical Areas Dentistry Physician Team Primary Department Dentistry Primary Section Pediatric Dentistry Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 12/31/2020 Residency New York University Medical Center Date Completed: 06/30/2019 Residency NYU Lutheran Medical Center Date Completed: 06/30/2015 Contact Information Dentistry Call us at: (614) 722-5651...

January 6, 2023 · 3 min · 539 words · Kristin Morris

Columbus Childrens Hospital Offers Kenpo Personal Defense Program

Columbus Childrens Hospital is offering a self-defense program Kenpo Personal Defense for children age 12-years or older. This interactive program teaches the basics of personal protection. Some of the program topics include the basics of self-defense grabs, vacation and travel personal protection, ATM streetwise and personal protection items. Parents are encouraged and welcomed to attend with their child.Instructor Greg Daniels is a security officer at Childrens Hospital. Daniels is State certified as a defensive tactics instructor, a SIFU Blackbelt-certified Chinese Kenpo instructor and a self-defense instructor for women....

January 6, 2023 · 2 min · 426 words · George Hirneise

David R Nunley

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 293-4967 Fax us at: (614) 293-5614 Pediatrics473 W 12th AveSte 200Columbus, OH 43210 (map) Learn more about David R. Nunley Biography David Nunley, MD, is the Medical Director, Adult Lung Transplant Program (Ohio State University). He completed combined internal medicine-pediatric residency training and currently has privileges at The Ohio State University. Dr. Nunley works closely with Dr. Kirkby on clinical, research, and educational collaboration between the pediatric and adult (OSU) program....

January 6, 2023 · 6 min · 1115 words · Barbara Millard

Ear Tubes

Watch our video of Complete Ear Tube Surgery to see a family’s perspective. About one in every three children will be treated for an ear infection before they turn three years old. It is the most common reason for kids to see their doctor! About one in every fifteen kids will get ear tubes by age three. At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, we treat thousands of children with ear infections each year....

January 6, 2023 · 4 min · 838 words · Carol Sarris

Evaluation Clinic

The Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provides a comprehensive assessment of children with feeding difficulties. During your child’s evaluation, members from multiple disciplines will rotate into the room to assess your child and observe what a typical meal looks like at home. Your child’s evaluation will last approximately two hours. A parent or legal guardian must be present for the entire appointment. What to Bring Please bring the following items for your child’s evaluation:...

January 6, 2023 · 4 min · 694 words · Tammy Gallagher

Heather M Meade

Contact Information Call us at: (419) 251-4620 Fax us at: (419) 251-3897 Hospital Medicine2213 Cherry StToledo, OH 43608 (map) Learn more about Heather M. Meade Patient Care Locations Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 03/01/2022 Board Certifications Pediatric Hospital Medicine Pediatrics Residency University of Toledo College of Medicine Date Completed: 06/30/2007 Medical School University of Toledo College of Medicine Date Completed: 06/04/2004 Contact Information...

January 6, 2023 · 3 min · 574 words · Corina Broady

Katherine E Miller

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 355-6777 Email Katherine E. Miller, PhD Institute for Genomic Medicine575 Children’s CrossroadColumbus, OH 43125 (map) Learn more about Katherine E. Miller Biography Katherine (Katie) Miller, PhD, is a Principal Investigator in the Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and a Research Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Katie leads a research laboratory with a focus on studying cancer genomics and the tumor immune microenvironment in pediatric central nervous system tumors....

January 6, 2023 · 47 min · 9930 words · Shawn Ramirez

Kathleen D Blake

Contact Information Call us at: (740) 657-8000 Fax us at: (740) 657-8100 Pediatrics7420 Gooding BlvdDelaware, OH 43015 (map) Learn more about Kathleen D. Blake Academic and Clinical Areas Community Pediatrics Community Physician Primary Department Pediatrics Primary Section Community Pediatrics Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 12/31/2008 Board Certifications Pediatrics Fellowship Nationwide Children’s Hospital Date Completed: Residency Nationwide Children’s Hospital Date Completed: 06/30/2007 Internship Nationwide Children’s Hospital Date Completed: 06/30/2005...

January 6, 2023 · 4 min · 653 words · Yvonne Allen

Marcus Heffner

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-5651 Fax us at: (614) 722-5671 DentistryLAC Dentistry700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Marcus Heffner Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 12/01/2019 Residency UCLA School of Dentistry Date Completed: 07/31/2018 Residency NYU Langone Dental Medicine-Hawaii Branch Date Completed: 06/30/2014 Dental School University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine Date Completed: 05/10/2013 Contact Information Dentistry Call us at: (614) 722-5651...

January 6, 2023 · 3 min · 529 words · Jose Mcmahon

Michelle L Conklin

Contact Information Call us at: (419) 517-7658 Pediatrics4126 Holland Sylvania RdSuite 220Toledo, OH 43623 (map) Learn more about Michelle L. Conklin Patient Care Locations Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo Contact Information Pediatrics Call us at: (419) 517-7658 4126 Holland Sylvania RdSuite 220Toledo, OH 43623 (map) Contact Information Call us at: (419) 517-7658 Pediatrics4126 Holland Sylvania RdSuite 220Toledo, OH 43623 (map) Learn more about Michelle L. Conklin Patient Care Locations Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo...

January 6, 2023 · 2 min · 271 words · Vernon Sauceda

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Among 25 Childrens Hospitals Participating In Task Force On Best Practices For Pediatric Weight Management Programs

The National Association of Children’s Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI) announced today the FOCUS on a Fitter Future II task force. Nationwide Children’s Hospital alongside 25 children’s hospitals across the country will collaborate to identify best practices of hospital-based clinical pediatric weight management programs. Nationwide Children’s is hosting the task force’s first meeting today and tomorrow October 25-26, as the group will continue its work through 2011. “We are proud to join other children’s hospitals to identify quality initiatives and cost-effective innovations that have been impactful in combating childhood obesity in our community,” said Ihuoma Eneli, MD, MS, associate director for clinical programs in the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital....

January 6, 2023 · 3 min · 566 words · Tim Robinson

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Columbus Marathon Marathon Announce 2017 Patient Champions

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon is pleased to announce its “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on this year’s course. The other two miles along the Marathon route will be deemed the “Encore Mile” and “Angel Mile,” and many miles will be sponsored by a corporate or community organization. After reviewing more than 200 submissions of personal stories submitted through social networking sites and the hospital’s website, Patient Champions, who are current or former patients of Nationwide Children’s, were selected by a committee of hospital staff based on various criteria, including diversity of diagnosis, age and enthusiasm to cheer on race participants at their mile....

January 6, 2023 · 8 min · 1551 words · Nicholas Craig

Rajappa Lab

Prajwal Rajappa, MD, MS, is a physician-scientist and principal investigator in the Steve and Cindy Rasmussen Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. He directs the Rajappa Laboratory at the IGM with a focus on precision medicine and immunotherapy for patients diagnosed with central nervous system (CNS) tumors. Dr. Rajappa is also an assistant professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and faculty member of the Translational Therapeutics Research Program at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Arthur G....

January 6, 2023 · 4 min · 768 words · Nell Richey

Rohan K Henry

Contact Information Call us at: (614) 722-4425 Fax us at: (614) 722-4440 PediatricsEndocrinology700 Children’s DrColumbus, OH 43205 (map) Learn more about Rohan K. Henry Biography Rohan K. Henry, MD, MS, is a member of the Section of Endocrinology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. Dr. Henry received his medical degree from the University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica, in 2000 and went on to complete his pediatric internship/residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore followed by a pediatric endocrinology fellowship at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle....

January 6, 2023 · 22 min · 4582 words · Anthony Dziuk

Support Group Information

We are currently establishing a 22q Deletion Syndrome Support Group here at our hospital. If you would like to be added to our contact list for more information as it becomes available, please complete the below form. Parent First Name Parent Last Name Address City State Zip Code Email Address Phone Number Child First Name Child Last Name Is your child a patient at Nationwide Children’s? No Yes Would you like to volunteer for the parent planning committee?...

January 6, 2023 · 2 min · 342 words · Erma Bovee

Supreet Singh

Contact Information Call us at: (419) 251-3232 Radiology2213 Cherry StToledo, OH 43608 (map) Learn more about Supreet Singh Patient Care Locations Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo Languages Spoken English Hindi Punjabi Education Date of Appointment at Nationwide Children’s Hospital: 03/01/2022 Board Certifications Diagnostic Radiology Neuroradiology Fellowship New York Presbyterian Columbia University Medical Date Completed: 06/30/2009 Residency University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Date Completed: 06/30/2008 Internship St Barnabas Medical Center...

January 6, 2023 · 4 min · 677 words · Mary Kee

The Art Of Showing Up For A Holiday During A Pandemic

If there’s one thing we know about COVID-19, it’s that long holiday weekends lead to COVID-19 spikes. COVID-19 cases spiked after the Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day holidays. Winter holidays could lead to even bigger spikes, as people gather indoors during the cold weather. COVID-19 fatigue is setting in as well. My patients are tired of wearing masks, tired of being alone, tired of restricting their lives. It’s important to start the conversation early this year, so we can honor family traditions while preventing the spread of COVID-19 and celebrating holidays in a responsible, socially-distanced way....

January 6, 2023 · 7 min · 1424 words · Juan Augeri