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July 2021
Letter from Dr. Shelly Voet - Dr. Shelly Voet, executive community physician, highlights resources and updates for physicians and providers in our region.
Critical Care Building - New PICU Will Improve Efficiency and Enhance Patient and Family Experience; Provider Open House September 24 - When the new Critical Care Building PICU opens on November 6, it will increase the number of beds from 35 to 48 and have larger rooms, improved equipment and additional space on the unit for families to take care of their basic needs.
NICU Admission Trend - A Helpful Reminder from Neonatology - During Covid, we observed that moms and babies were being discharged earlier from delivery hospitals. By the end of May, there was a noticeable increase in readmissions to the Neonatal Unit.
All in for Pool Safety - The SWIM Program - As swimming pools throughout the city begin opening for the summer, Cincinnati Children’s is partnering with three local organizations to help safeguard local kids.
Kotagal Ends Her Career at Cincinnati Children’s, Honored by City Proclamation - The remarkable 46-year career of Uma Kotagal, MBBS, MSc, at Cincinnati Children’s grew from the seeds of a neonatology fellowship in 1975.
Dr. Frenck Explains How Vaccines Work - New Video Animation - Check out the new video animation with Cincinnati Children’s Dr. Robert Frenck. With his actual voice and animated character, Dr. Frenck succinctly explains vaccine mechanism of action and provided a strong recommendation to for everyone to get their Covid-19 vaccine. Feel free to access the link and post on your website. https://youtu.be/StLnnKs6ZuQ
Cast Your Votes for 2022 ‘Top Doctors’ - Every year, Cincinnati Magazine compiles an extensive list featuring the best active physicians in the Greater Cincinnati area—all of which are selected by their professional peers in a survey asking them which physicians they'd turn to for care.
HealthVine FAQs - When you view a CareSource patient in Epic Link, you may see the different types of PCPs.
Sports Medicine Second Opinion Clinic - Sports Medicine offers second opinions for injuries received or pain experienced as a result of sports injuries or physical activity. To make an appointment call 513-803-HURT (4878). For more information visit their clinic page
Young and Healthy - New Patient and Family Podcasts Launched - Cincinnati Children’s has launched a new podcast called “Young & Healthy.” Join us for lively conversations about current health topics and issues that affect children today.
Inspire Magazine - Check out the latest issue.
Medical Staff - New and Departing Members
August Pediatric Grand Round Calendar
Upcoming Educational Events - upcoming educational opportunities, live and online, designed for a primary care audience.