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Winter 2007
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Table of Contents
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 Pediatric Rounds CME program
The Pediatric Rounds CME program is free of charge to participants. Read the Pediatric Rounds CME articles and answer all of the questions on the CME Quiz to receive credit. read the article
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A message from the editor
Due to my strong personal interest in continuing medical education, I am delighted to serve as the new physician editor for Pediatric Rounds. read the article
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Diagnosing and treating pediatric hemangiomas
Infantile hemangiomas are the most common tumors of childhood, occurring in 1 percent of infants. Most hemangiomas are found in the skin, but rarely, they may occur in the liver, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, airway, thorax and central nervous system. read the article
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Basic behavior management
Many parents come to the pediatrician or other family physician with complaints about their children's behavior. These complaints are particularly common during todderhood, when children begin to assert themselves and their wills. read the article
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The use of parent questionnaires in developmental and behavioral pediatrics
Developmental and behavioral problems are often the manifestation of an underlying genetic, neurological or physiological disorder, or they may be the result of adverse environmental influences on an otherwise healthy child. read the article
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The impact of food allergies
Food allergies are a growing public health concern in the United States. Scientists report a doubling of food allergy prevalence worldwide over the past decade, particularly peanut allergy. read the article
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Pediatric anesthetic risk - more than just the numbers
Understanding the potential for having a significant hemodynamic or respiratory event around the time of an anesthetic may improve outcome by optimizing preparation for anesthesia and surgery. read the article
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Pediatric Rounds CME Quiz
Participants must answer all questions and complete all registration information. To receive CME Category 1 credit, you must score at least 75 percent. Unanswered questions are counted as incorrect. read the article
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Children's Hospital rated among 10 best in nation
Child magazine announced in January the results of its fourth survey of children's hospitals, rating Children's Hospital of Wisconsin among the 10 best in the nation, and the only pediatric hospital in Wisconsin and neighboring states to make the list. read the article
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Newborn screening pilot announced at Primary Immunodeficiency Program dedication
The Primary Immunodeficiency Program at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin has been designated a Jeffrey Modell Diagnostic Center for Primary Immunodeficiencies, one of only 32 of its kind in the world. read the article
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Children's Hospital announces new physician leaders
Children's Specialty Group (CSG) announces new physician leaders. read the article
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Children's Specialty Group new members
Children's Specialty Group (CSG) continues to recruit staff to meet the needs of the physicians and families we serve. read the article
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Save the date for upcoming CME conferences
Register for the Best Practices in Pediatrics Fall 2007 Conference, make plans to attend the Midwest Pediatric Dermatology Conference, Editor's Choice Pediatric Conference and the Starky Davis Conference. read the article
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Important phone numbers
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Appointments with Pediatric Specialists
(414) 607-5280 or toll-free (877) 607-5280
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Physician Call Center (Consultations · Referrals · Transports)
(414) 266-2460 or toll-free (800) 266-0366
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Children's Hospital of Wisconsin (414) 266-2000
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin-Fox Valley (920) 969-7900
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin-Kenosha (262) 656-2261
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Clinics-Fox Valley (920) 969-7970
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Clinics-Kenosha (262) 653-2260
Children's Physician Group-Gurnee (Illinois) (847) 662-4380
Family Accommodations Program (assistance for families in making travel arrangements to Milwaukee) (800) 556-8090
Children's Specialty Group (414) 266-3456
Wisconsin Poison Center (800) 222-1222
Child Advocacy Center, Fox Valley (920) 969-7930
Child Advocacy Center, Kenosha (262) 653-2260
Child Protection Center, Wausau (715) 848-8600
Child Protection Center, Milwaukee (414) 277-8980
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Physician Liaisons
Fox Valley and Northern Region: Nancy Pontius (414) 266-4749
Green Bay and Brown County: Don Roehm (414) 266-6375
Metro Milwaukee: Mary Walker (414) 266-4743
Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois: Kelly Broughton (414) 208-9952
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