Healing Heroes PDX: Recent Episodes
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland
Shriners Hospitals for Children — Portland is changing lives every day through state-of-the-art pediatric orthopaedic care. Listen to interviews from physicians, clinicians, patients, and their families on all the ways the Portland Shriners Hospital has been helping kids be kids, since 1924.
Eva Ma, OT at Shriners Children's Portland, discusses the methodology and benefits of sensory processing in occupational therapy for children.
Learn more about Eva Ma, OTR/L
Meet Natalie Zusman, M.D., the newest addition to the medical staff at Shriners Children's Portland. Dr. Zusman is an orthopedic surgeon for children with great enthusiasm for her work.
Learn more about Natalie Zusman, MD
Meet Sally Moeggenberg, MPT and April Trenaman, ORT/L from our therapy services team. Sally and April discuss the importance of both physical and occupational therapy for children. Sometimes a patient needs both! They share an memories of helping Scott Hatley over 30 years ago, a former guest on this podcast.
Scott Hatley, 46 talks about his journey from being diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy at age 4 to being the Executive Director of the non-profit INCIGHT, dedicated to providing resources and support to those experiencing disabilities.
Todd DeWees, CPO, Manager of Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services (POPS) at Shriners Children's Portland discusses recent changes in recent Medicade/Medicare regulations that affect 3D printing in the healthcare space. Todd discusses how this will affect the future of patient care in the orthotic and prosthetic device manufacturing space.
With Unity Day coming up, Katie Azarow, Medical Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Shriners Children's Portland, discusses the different types of bullying that children might encounter, including signs that your child may be experiencing bullying and strategies to employ.
Elena discusses physical therapy at Shriners Children's Portland, including neurodevelopmental disorders and torticollis. She talks the importance of individualized care and what families can expect when they come to see her.
Learn more about Elena Absalon, PT, DPT
Dr. Menapace talks about his path to Shriners Children's and his specialization in spine conditions, skeletal dysplasias, or osteogenesis imperfecta and why he chose the Pacific Northwest and specifically Shriners Children's Portland as his landing place.
Joel Cowley, PT discusses his work as a Physical Therapist at Shriners Children's Portland, including his work with patients with Cerebral Palsy as well as inpatient and outpatient surgery patients.
Physical therapist Shannon Kelly, PT, PCS specializes in scoliosis specific exercises for as part of a comprehensive scoliosis treatment plan. She worked with Chloe after she was diagnosed with scoliosis and met with Dr. Welborn who included therapy as part of her treatment. What makes this method of treatment successful? What can families expect when starting this process? Learn all this and more!
Eva Ma, OTR/L, discusses her approach at an occupational therapist at Shriners Children's Portland. She discusses the types of conditions her patients typically have, and her additional credentials in car seat safety and floor time techniques.
Anne worked with June after she broke her elbow in two places, requiring three surgeries. They will discuss the process and journey through rehab.
Grady's family didn't' realize how serious the diagnosis of scoliosis was. Luckily, they found Shriners Children's at a crucial moment in Grady's development and met Michelle Welborn, M.D., spine specialist and Michelle Foss, DPT, physical therapist who specializes in sports. Now, he's back playing basketball, and at a higher level!
Michelle Foss, PT, DPT, PCS, pediatric physical therapist at Shriners Children's who specializes in sports medicine knows a sports injury for a student athlete is a stressful situation for the kid and their family. She's here to tell them, every situation is figure-out-able, and at Shriners Children's Portland, you've got a full team to support you through your recovery.
In this episode, Garret Zallen, M.D. a pediatric surgeon at Shriners Children's Portland, explains chest wall deformities and the importance of early detection. Learn about pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum, and Poland syndrome, and discover how these conditions can be treated effectively to enhance your child's quality of life.
In today’s episode, we sit down with guest Ellen Raney, surgeon at Shriners Children’s Portland. Dr. Raney is an esteemed and experienced provider with Shriners Children’s as she is also former Chief of Staff of Shriners Children’s Hawaii. We talk with Dr. Raney, as we dive into her career journey and the topic of women in science and medicine.
Shriners Children's Portland has been making a significant impact in the field of pediatric orthopedics for 100 years, providing exceptional care to children in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Today we are joined by special guest Dr. Bernstein, Chief of Staff at Shriners Children's Portland, to discuss his personal career journey, as well as the incredible work being done by the medical team at the hospital.
Welcome to Healing Heroes PDX – a Shriners Children’s Portland podcast! Joining us today is Jessica Martschinske, MA, ATC/L, athletic trainer at Shriners Children’s Portland, as we explore invaluable strategies to prevent injuries in young athletes. From understanding the risks of early sports specialization to implementing effective injury prevention techniques, we aim to equip families with the knowledge they need to keep their kids safe and thriving in the sport they love. Whether your child is a budding soccer star or a future track and field champion, this episode promises invaluable insights to ensure their well-being on and off the field. So, tune in, as we navigate the terrain of children's sports safety with our guest, Jessica.
Today, we talk to Chinmay Paranjape, MD, the newest addition to the medical staff at Shriners Children’s Portland. Stay tuned to learn more about Dr. Paranjape!
2024 means that Shriners Children’s Portland is celebrating 100 years serving families the Pacific Northwest! In 1924 Shriners Children’s Portland opened its doors, creating a legacy of extraordinary care . In the past century, Shriners Children’s Portland has touched an incredible amount of lives – from patients and staff members, to volunteers, the founding fraternity, Shriners International and community members. Today, we talk with Deserae Dorton, Marketing and Communications Manager at Shriners Children’s Portland, about the 100 years of care the hospital has achieved.
Every year on October 25, International Dwarfism Awareness Day celebrates little people. The day also spreads awareness for achondroplasia, a bone growth disorder that causes dwarfism. We are here today with Kali Braithwaite, former patient of Shriners Children’s Portland Chief of Staff, Robert Bernstein, M.D. Dr. Bernstein was a part of Kali’s medical team in Los Angeles, and the two have maintained a relationship after Dr. Bernstein made the move to Shriners Children’s Portland.
We are excited to dive in with Kali to talk about her life, her medical experience with Dr. Bernstein and Dwarfism Awareness Day.
As reported by the National Bullying Prevention Center, children with disabilities are three times as likely to bullied than the majority. That’s why Shriners Children’s Portland has joined the conversation and is hoping to raise awareness to this important issue. We are here with Catherine McClellan, Ph.D., to discuss ways to prevent bullying and promote kindness.
A quarter of a million children and adults are living with muscular dystrophy, a broad term that describes genetic disorders that cause progressive weakness in the muscles. Shriners Children’s Portland offers comprehensive care for children with muscular and neuromuscular conditions. Using innovative technology and a collaborative approach, their multidisciplinary team works with families to provide the highest quality care. September is National Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month, and we are here today with Kathryn Fuchs, MD, to discuss the disorder and other frequently asked questions.
Did you know that sleep duration and quality have a direct impact on mental health? For children, their developing brains can be especially impacted. Dr. McClellan, child psychologist at Shiners Children's Portland, explains the importance of fostering good sleeping habits for your child's mental wellbeing, and how exactly the two are connected.
To learn more the Shriners Children’s sports medicine program, we are joined by Ahmad Bayomy, MD, orthopedic surgeon at Shriners Children’s Portland.
Nerve injuries in children may occur during birth and they can sometimes be hard to identify. Dr. Krister Freese discusses the symptoms and treatment options of brachial plexus injuries, how to keep an eye out for signs, ways to prevent this type of injury, and more.
Medical conditions affecting the chest wall of patients can sometimes go undiagnosed in females, resulting in prolonged symptoms and a delay in receiving treatment. Shriners Children’s Portland specializes in orthopedic care, including chest wall conditions in children and teenagers. Today, we’re joined by Kimberly Ruscher, M.D., pediatric surgeon who specializes in chest wall conditions.
Dr. Susan Sienko shares a look inside the clinical research department at the Portland Shriners Hospital and how their research informs effective treatment practices.
Dr. Ellen Raney explains what 'gait' means, and how gait abnormalities can impact a child, and the treatment options available.
Dr. Dominique Laron discusses common sports injuries in children, prevention, and treatment options.
Susy Molano, CMI explica los diferentes tipos de servicios de apoyo disponibles para familias con dominio limitado del inglés.
Andrea (Dee Dee) Dolp, an on-call physical therapist at the Portland Shriners Hospital and parent of a patient who underwent chest wall care at the hospital, reflects on the treatment and care that was given to here son Davis, as well as discussing the condition itself.
Catherine McClellan, PhD,discusses her role in helping provide psychological support for children experiencing anxiety while receiving medical care.
Nurse Educator Maggie Gould discusses trauma informed care, and how the hospital setting can effect children that have suffered from trauma and anxiety issues.
Richard Bennewate, manager of Radiology at Shriners in Portland, discusses their advancements in the field of radiology, and what makes their processes unique compared to other children's hospitals.
Aimee James explains the process of becoming a new patient at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland.
Dr. Dominique Laron discusses the hip specialty program at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland.
Dr. Heather Kong discusses leg length discrepancies in children, symptoms to look out for, and medical care provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland.
Portland Shriners Hospital recreational therapist Caroline Scott talks about building coping skills for large and small life events through recreation and leisure time.
Dr. Josie Davidson explains the detailed surgical process; what to expect prior, afterward, and recovery.
Dr. Robert Bernstein explains what skeletal dysplasia is, how common it is, warning signs, and treatment options available.
Dr. Dominique Larson shares his favorite part of his work, what drew him to Shriners Hospital-Portland, and what he likes to do in his free time.
Dr. Jeremy Bauer explains what cerebral palsy is and how it affects the brain and body, the signs parents should look out for, the importance of early detection, and the services provided at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland.
Susan Gallegos explains what a Child Life Specialist does, common techniques used to help children cope, and the different support groups available at Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland .
Todd Dewees shares the difference between an orthotic and prosthetic device, the types of in-house orthotics and prosthetics services offered, the types of resources offered at Portland Shriners Hospital for Children.
Dr. Krister Freese discusses the different conditions treated that affect a child's upper extremity and the different services provided at Portland Shriners Hospital for treating upper extremities.
A parent of a patient, Mick Stevens shares why he decided to have his daughter cared for at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland, why he decided to join the parent advisory committee, and some of his favorite memories at the hospital.
Dr. Michelle Welborn shares the most common spinal deformities and Scoliosis, the treatment options available, and the importance of early detection.
The ongoing opioid epidemic typically refers to adults, but children and adolescents undergoing surgery are at risk of dependence and addiction to opioid medications as well.
Dr. Ellen Raney explains how this affects the pediatric population and the devastating statistics surrounding the opioid epidemic. She shares with listeners the many different approaches for pain management that physicians are using when dealing with children in pain.
- Dr. Raney is a member of the Advocacy Committee of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA)
- This is her publication, “Raney EM, van Bosse HJP, Shea KG, Abzug JM, Schwend RM. Current State of the Opioid Epidemic as it Pertains to Pediatric Orthopaedics From the Advocacy Committee of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America. J Pediatr Orthop. 2018 May/Jun; 38(5) e238-244”
Dr. Katie Fuchs shares a fun fact about herself as well as some hobbies outside of work, what drew her to Shriners Hospital for Children, and her philosophy of care.
Listen in to hear more about Dr. Bernstein, chief of staff at Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland.
Listen in as Dr. Daniel Bouton shares a bit about himself, his family, hobbies and love of medicine
Dr. Michael Aiona shares his hobbies outside of hospital, what led him to focus on pediatric orthopaedics his favorite part of his work.
Listen in to hear more about Dr. Joseph Krajbich's hobbies, his favorite part of his work, and why he was drawn to Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland.
Dr. Michelle Welborn shares what drew her to Shriners Hospital for Children, what her hobbies are, and her favorite part of her work.
Dr. Ellen Raney shares her philosophy of care, what drew her to Shriners Hospital for Children, and a fun fact about herself.
Listen in as Dr. Jeremy Bauer shares his passions, why he decided to become a doctor at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland, and his philosphy of care.
Dr. Krister Freese shares his passions outside of work and what he likes to do in his free time, what led him to Shriners Hospital for Children as well as his philosophy of care.
Dr. Heather Kong shares what led her to pediatric orthopedics, her philosphy of care and what she enjoys in her free time.
Listen in as Dr. Dennis Roy shares a bit about himself, his family, hobbies and love of medicine
Dr. Jeremy Bauer discusses common sports injuries. He shares information on fractures, treatment options available and tips to prevent them.
Dr. Robert Bernstein shares the breadth of services offered at Shriners Hospitals for Children-Portland, the many specialists involved and what makes them unique among children's hospitals.