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AAP clinical practice guideline on prescribing opioids urges multimodal approach

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: September 30, 2024
TOPICS: Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine, Pharmacology, Standard of Care, Surgery
Abstract
The first AAP clinical practice guideline outlining use of opioids to manage acute pain in children and teens addresses how to minimize risks and alleviate disparate pain treatment.
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AAP input helps shape new rules strengthening access to mental health care

Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: September 13, 2024
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Standard of Care
Abstract
Final rules for the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act written with AAP input will close loopholes and remove barriers to equitable treatment.
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What to do when families withhold consent for recommended treatment

Steven A. Bondi, J.D., M.D., FAAP
Published: April 01, 2024
TOPICS: Medical Liability, Risk Management, Standard of Care
Abstract
A three-tiered approach is helpful when faced with a family who refuses to follow medical advice.
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When do new therapies or medications become ‘standard of care’?

James P. Scibilia, M.D., FAAP, and Robert M. Turbow, M.D., J.D., FAAP
Published: March 01, 2024
TOPICS: Advocacy, Medical Liability, Risk Management, Standard of Care, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
National guidelines do not, on their own, create a standard of care.
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Test your knowledge of infectious diseases with Diagnosis Detective

Published: March 01, 2024
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Standard of Care
Abstract
Multiple-choice questions ask about the diagnosis and treatment. Answers, explanations and links to additional information are provided.
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Study of pediatric medical overuse includes routine practices, common surgeries

Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, Associate Editor
Published: September 25, 2023
TOPICS: Evidence-Based Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Standard of Care
Abstract
From routine temperature measurement at well-child visits to the negative effects of some common pediatric surgeries, researchers suggest “low value care” that should be questioned.
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How to reap benefits of social media without compromising well-being

Jayne A. Barr, M.D., FAAP
Published: April 01, 2023
TOPICS: Social Media, Standard of Care
Abstract
Since pediatricians may not want to avoid all social media, they can take steps to help ensure it is a positive, healthy experience.
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When to use normal care, sick care codes for newborns in hospital

from the AAP Division of Health Care Finance
Published: March 01, 2021
TOPICS: Billing & Coding, Fetus/Newborn Infant, Standard of Care
Abstract
Some babies may have an ICD-10-CM abnormal diagnosis or an observation diagnosis reported but still may qualify for normal newborn care.
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Antibiotic stewardship policy offers strategies for inpatient, outpatient pediatrics

Jeffrey S. Gerber, M.D., Ph.D., FAAP
Published: December 28, 2020
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Standard of Care
Abstract
Growing evidence demonstrates that antibiotic stewardship programs reduce antibiotic overuse while improving patient outcomes.
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1923-2020: ‘One of the giants of the Academy,’ Dr. Strain dies at age 96

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: February 14, 2020
TOPICS: Advocacy, Child Health Financing, Ethics/Bioethics, Federal Policy, Legislation, Professionalism, Public Health, Standard of Care
Abstract
The AAP mourns the loss of James E. Strain, M.D., FAAP, the only pediatrician to serve as AAP president and executive director, who died Feb. 4.
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Academy stands by its screening recommendations

Melissa Jenco
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (8): 36.
Published: August 01, 2015
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Free online CME

Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (7): 24.
Published: July 01, 2015
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Enrollment in EQIPP courses grows after they become member benefit

AAP Department of Membership
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (6): 33.
Published: June 01, 2015
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Get up-to-date vaccine schedules with CDC app

AAP Division of Quality
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (5): 30.
Published: May 01, 2015
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FDA app alerts health care providers to drug shortages

AAP Division of Quality
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (4): 33.
Published: April 01, 2015
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Electronic diary helps young cancer patients manage their pain

AAP Division of Quality
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2015) 36 (3): 26.
Published: March 01, 2015
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Grand Rounds, local advocacy among highlights of Districts II, X meeting in Puerto Rico

Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2014) 35 (9): 49.
Published: September 01, 2014
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Practice tools on transitioning to adult care

Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2014) 35 (8): 23.
Published: August 01, 2014
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AAP working to resolve delays with Medicaid payment increase

AAP Department of Community, Chapter and State Affairs
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2014) 35 (5): 23.
Published: May 01, 2014
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Contribute to AAP’s quality agenda by joining new council

Wayne H. Franklin, M.D., M.P.H., M.M.M., FAAP
Publication: AAP News
AAP News (2013) 34 (11): 30.
Published: November 01, 2013
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