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| May 2016 |
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Everything we do is just for them.
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Just for Doctors is a Children's Hospital of Michigan publication that provides information and education that is relevant to the practice of our medical staff and community physicians. To reach any member of the Children's Hospital of Michigan Executive Team,
click here.
In this issue...
'Just for Doctors' Readers...We Need Your Help!
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Welcome Drs. Gonik & Siegel to Main, Canton, and Troy ENT Clinics
Drs. Gonik and Siegel diagnose and treat many pediatric otolaryngology concerns. For more information and a complete list of services at these locations,
click here.
2016 Clinic Days Wrap-Up
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Over 150 area physicians attended Clinic Days on May 13. |
Thank you to over 150 area physicians who attended Clinic Days on May 13. Both Dr. Barbara Cushing and Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha were honored as 2016's Children's Hospital of Michigan Distinguished Alumni. They are remarkable alumni who have dedicated time to Children's Hospital and unwavering care to children's health throughout the region. Dr. Cushing has been in practice for 45 years. Dr. Hanna-Attisah is now at Hurley Medical Center, and has recently been named one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People for her outstanding work to help children and families affected by the Flint water crisis. |
A New Heart Offers a New Beginning for Southfield Girl
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Nielyn |
Meet Nielyn, whose mom would have never thought that at 10 years old, an emergency room visit for her stomach issues would lead to an echocardiograph and startling news...the very rare restrictive cardiomyopathy (RCM). Dr. Jennifer Blake, pediatric cardiologist at CHM said that a heart transplant would be the best treatment for Nielyn's case.
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| Kids HealthE Update for You and Your Patients |
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Preventing Eye Injuries in Kids
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, every year, more than
40,000 Americans injure their eyes during sports and recreational activities such as baseball, basketball and tennis.
Approximately one-third of those eye-injury victims are school-aged children.
Reecha Bahl, MD, ophthalmologist on staff at the Children's Hospital of Michigan, says playing sports is great for kids but it is very important to wear appropriate, sport-specific protective eyewear that is properly fitted by an eye care professional. For the full article,
click here.
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Dr. Secord Recognized for Outstanding Work with Youth AIDS
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Dr. Secord presented with the JoAnn M. James Award |
On May 10, Elizabeth Secord, M.D., Division Chief of Allergy, Asthma, Immunology at the Children's Hospital of Michigan and the Horizons Project was presented with the JoAnn M. James Award by the Michigan Chapter of the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (ANAC). The local chapter of the ANAC honored Dr. Secord and Horizon for the outstanding work she does with children and adolescents living with HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Colleen Buggs Discusses Childhood Obesity on Detroit Public TV
Colleen Buggs-Saxton, MD, MPH, pediatric endocrinologist at the Children's Hospital of Michigan, sat down with primary care physician and Television Program host Dr. Lonnie Joe to talk about the alarming rates of obesity among African-American children.
May Physician Difference Makers
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Emergency Medicine
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Dr. Roarty is continually recognized by patients, families and colleagues for his relentless commitment to providing excellent care.
Administrative Director of Patient Care Services Claire Martin, MSN, RN also said, "Dr. Rajan Arora is an exceptional physician both in his knowledge base and his bedside manner. He has a great rapport with the pediatric population and puts the entire family at ease when he enters the room."
The Physician Difference Maker Award recognizes physicians that practice at the Children's Hospital of Michigan facilities for their outstanding service and teamwork.
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| Physician Link Line |
24-Hours a Day, Seven Days a Week
For the fastest, most convenient way for referring physicians to receive a consult, admit, transfer, check patient status, or make an appointment for a patient, please call our Physician Link line (PLL) anytime, day or night, at 877.99.4THEM (8436).
Try the free PLL mobile app for one-click access to all our specialists and access for direct admits, transfers (including PANDA One), consults and specialty appointments.
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| Call Today. No Delay. |
Appointments with Experts Right Away
When a child needs to see a specialist, the Children's Hospital of Michigan has Call Today. No Delay. appointments in virtually all of our specialty clinics.
Whether its surgery, help for a symptom that's just not getting better, or a consultation with a pediatric specialist, call (313) 745-KIDS, and the Children's Hospital of Michigan will do its best to accommodate an appointment right away at a time that meets your need.
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The Experts are Now in Troy!
Children's Hospital of Michigan-Troy is now open and offering the following services and specialties:
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Allergy
Cardiology
CT Scan
Echo
Ear, Nose, and Throat Services (Otolaryngology)
EEG Testing
Emergency Medicine
Endocrinology/Diabetes
Fluoroscopy
Gastroenterology
Hematology/Oncology
Lab (draw station)
MRI
Nephrology
Neurology
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Orthopedic Surgery
Pediatric Surgery
Rehabilitation Services (PT, OT and Speech)
Ultrasound
Urology
X-ray
Coming Soon
Genetics and Metabolic Disorders
Neurosurgery
Pulmonary Disease
Sleep Center
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Click here
for more information on Children's Hospital of Michigan-Troy.
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| Executive Team |
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Luanne M.
Thomas Ewald, Interim CEO 313.745.5852 |
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| Eric Hess, COO 313.745.6132 |
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| Mary Lu Angelilli, MD, Chief of Staff 313.745.5393 |
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| Shawn Levitt, Interim CNO 313.745.1256 |
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Lisa Hutchings,
CFO
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Joseph L. Lelli, Jr., MD, Surgeon-in-Chief
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Steven Lipshultz, MD, Pediatrician-in-Chief
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| Lori Mouton, VP, Marketing, Communications & Community Relations 313.745.5445 |
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Rudolph Valentini, MD, Chief Medical Officer
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