Connecticut Children's Research Institute

The Connecticut Children’s Research Institute is getting the word out about Research! ?? Take a listen to this quick overview presentation by Robyn Matloff and on the project titled, “Access to Kidney Transplantation for Minority Children with End-Stage Renal Disease and Predictors of Post Transplant Outcome: Impact of Race and Ethnicity”. Did you know children with end-stage renal disease face racial disparity in access to kidney transplants in the US? This forum aims to educate on the effects race and ethnicity play in the results, access, and outcomes of kidney transplants in the United States. #PediatricResearch #ResearchHighlights #KidneyTransplant

The Connecticut Children’s Research Institute is getting the word out about Research! ?? Take a listen to this quick overview presentation by Lindsay Griffin, MD on the project titled, “Pediatric Application of Novel Beam-Shaping Technology for Very Low Dose Noncontrast Chest CT.” This study aimed to evaluate the performance of SilverBeam in reducing radiation exposure during chest CT examinations in certain indications and size patients. Watch this short video for more information! #PediatricResearch #ResearchHighlights #RapidResearchForum

We are very proud of our collaborator and colleague Charles Lee, PhD, DSc, FACMG, FRSC for his recent membership into the Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering! ???? The Academy aims to provide information and advice on science and technology to the government, industry and people of Connecticut and to encourage youth’s interest in science, engineering and technology. Dr. Lee is an inspiration for all of us!

Great work, Drs. Se-Jin Lee and Emily Germain-Lee! We can't wait to see what this work will lead to! #weightmanagement #research

Congratulations to Dr. Katie Rong, MD, Amanda Good, MPH, APRN, CPNP, Dr. Henry Chicaiza, MD, and Dr. Ruchika M., MD, MS on the recent publication of the article titled, “Early Diagnosis of Rare Diaphragmatic Synovial Sarcoma in a Pediatric Patient With Epigastric Pain Using Point-of-Care Ultrasound.” Synovial sarcoma is an extremely rare tumor in pediatric patients. This study highlights the role of point-of-care ultrasound in facilitating early diagnosis, which can be crucial for timely intervention and improved outcomes. For more information: https://lnkd.in/eKYK5y8Z Copyright ? 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved. #PediatricResearch #PublicationHighlight #SynovialSarcoma

The Connecticut Children’s Research Institute is getting the word out about Research! ?? Take a listen to this quick overview presentation by Dr. Steven Rogers, MD, MS on the project titled, “How Low Should We Go?: Prevalence of pediatric patients aged 10 to 11 who screen positive for suicide risk.” Did you know current guidelines only suggest universally screening youth for suicidality 12 years and older? This study aimed at determining the prevalence and demographic characteristics of 10- and 11-year-old emergency department patients who were screened for suicide risk compared to 12-18 years old. Watch this short video for more information! #PediatricResearch #ResearchHighlights #SuicidePrevention ?

Today is #RareDiseaseDay, a day to honor and raise awareness for the millions of individuals around the world living with rare diseases. I want to express my deepest gratitude to Dr. Emily Germain-Lee and Carolyn Macica for their visionary leadership at the Scientific Center of Rare Diseases at the Connecticut Children's Research Institute . Their unwavering dedication is driving critical advancements in research and providing hope for countless families. Through their work, they are not only transforming lives but also shaping a future where those affected by rare diseases receive the care and attention they deserve. Connecticut Children's

Congratulations to Dr. Henry Chicaiza, MD on the recent publication of the article titled, “Point-of-Care Ultrasound Diagnosis of Restrictive Cardiomyopathy in a 3-Year-Old Patient” alongside various other talented researchers. Heart failure was diagnosed in a three-year-old female allowing lifesaving treatment after Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) helped identify the condition. Copyright ? 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved. For more information: https://lnkd.in/dxCnDUfz #POCUS #PediatricResearch #PublicationHighlight

Amazing work by our own Dr. Emily Germain-Lee. Congratulations to her and her husband, Dr. Se-Jin Lee for the amazing research discoveries.

Congratulations to Drs. Candice Jersey, DO, Andrew Heggland, MD, Douglas Moote, MD, Michael Brimacombe, PhD, and Henry Chicaiza, MD on the recent publication of the article titled, “Furosemide use to expedite bladder filling in pediatric females with suspected ovarian torsion: A randomized controlled pilot study.” When patients are suspected to have ovarian torsion, bladder filling can be a limiting factor in its diagnosis. This study identified the usage of low dose furosemide in IV fluid administration has statistically significant differences in bladder filling in pediatric females awaiting a pelvic ultrasound. Copyright ? 2025 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. For more information: https://lnkd.in/ddcUBiBe #publicationhighlight #researchmatters #pocus