“Give thanks oh Thou, who has given us so much. Mercifully grant us one more thing ~ a grateful heart.” -George Herbert (read more as one pediatrician reflects hourly on things for which she’s grateful.)
I used to think that when doctors diagnose a virus with its name, it was more helpful to parents. RSV is a good example. Respiratory Syncytial Virus a one that often settles in the chest causing bronchiolitis. There’s a test for it, and like many viral infections, the treatment is the same whether you and […]
It’s back to school. “I wanna see you be brave…” When I stumbled on a wonderful website last week, I thought of how many different experiences there are of ‘Back To School.’ If you aren’t one of the Moms and Dads who have stood with camera in hand, for the first day of school… you should […]
“If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em” was my first thought when VCU Medical Center announced yesterday that they were going to build a new Children’s Hospital. I never cease to be amazed at how work is accomplished in Richmond. After the VCU Health System Advisory Board met in April without formal discussion of the […]
I attended a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the VCU Medical Center/Children’s Hospital of Richmond and its “planned-for-2014” outpatient pediatric clinic facility… and I’m sure I was the only one who left in tears. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU is the official name of our city’s only full service hospital for children, but most people would […]
As we plan for summer fun in my family, I’m mindful of my children’s overall health, too. I buy the ‘right’ sunscreen, I insist on strong, safe swimmers and try not to worry about anyone drowning. We eat TONS of Farmer’s Market fresh fruits and veggies, but this summer we’re adding something new. Based on […]