By Karen J. Miller, MD Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician and Symposia Medicus faculty member, Dr. Karen Miller, offers her advice on ways healthcare professionals can empathetically explain and discuss a diagnosis of autism with their patients and their families. Dr. Miller will continue the semi-regular column, Behavior Matters, on Symposia Spotlight. Please send your questions for Dr.…
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Featuring Cornelia R. Graves, MD Black and Indigenous women are far more likely to die during pregnancy than other women. A long-time expert in maternal-fetal medicine—and long-time speaker for Symposia Medicus—Dr. Graves knows this all too well. Dr. Cornelia Graves asserts that these medical outcome disparities are a direct reflection of our history, and that…
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By Kimberly A. Horii, MD With spring upon us and summer rapidly approaching, Pediatric Dermatologist and Symposia Medicus faculty member, Dr. Kimberly Horii, shares several strategies regarding sun protection that include more than just sunscreen—plus special considerations for young children and infants. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States…
By Michael Krychman, MDCM, MPH AASECT Certified Sexual Counselor and Executive Director of the Southern California Center for Sexual Health & Survivorship Medicine, Dr. Michael Krychman specializes in sexual health and well-being for patients of all genders—and all ages. He has spoken at countless Symposia Medicus conferences over the past eight years. Here, he offers…
By David Geier, MD While “the flame burns brightest just before it goes out,” may be a cliché, there is truth in the saying—especially when referring to the healthcare profession. Orthopedic surgeon, sports medicine specialist, media medical expert, and Symposia Medicus speaker Dr. David Geier addresses facts and symptoms of burnout that healthcare leaders need…
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Traveling to Hawaii 2021
From MeetHawaii.com, Hawaii Tourism Authority July 8, the State of Hawai‘i began granting quarantine exceptions to travelers on domestic flights (from U.S. states and territories) who uploaded proof of full vaccination (two (2) Moderna or Pfizer shots or one (1) Johnson & Johnson shot plus 15 days after last dose) received within the 50 states…
By Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN As Director of Nursing for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics, Suzanne McMurtry Baird consults for hospitals and aids them in developing and implementing obstetric care programs and bundles. Speaking for Symposia Medicus since 1995, Dr. McMurtry Baird here discusses the major challenges to maternal sepsis bundle incorporation and implementation. …
By Karen J. Miller, MD Many families have been cooped up too long and are getting ready to hit the road. With summer in full swing and the population increasingly getting vaccinated, some people are going to start traveling again. But taking a road trip with the whole family can be a difficult situation—even without…
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Resuming Travel
By Sarah Reagan & Jenna Korver 2021 is halfway over and we are ready to get outta here! While we are excited to start traveling again, things are not going to be completely “back to normal.” Whether we see you in Big Sky, Oahu, or Lake Tahoe, here is some information to keep in mind…
By Maria Craig Baldwin When it comes to cooking, simplicity is key. Simplicity is also key when it’s the middle of the week and you need a quick and healthy meal. Adding little touches like toasted nuts make all the difference. And using store-bought salad dressing is so pre-pandemic! This salad and salad dressing recipe…