For most people, the term pneumomediastinum may be unusual, but for approximately one in 7,300 people, the condition is familiar. Pneumomediastinum is air that is present in the chest that becomes trapped in the mediastinum, the area of the body which contains the...
From the moment they are born, babies are learning about the world around them. The five senses — taste, touch, smell, sight, and hearing — play a crucial role in their brain development. Parents and caregivers can help support the early stages of human development by...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, up to 10 percent of the infants born in the United States every year are born before 36 weeks’ gestation and considered premature, Babies in this category often suffer from any number of health issues due...
Perhaps the least glamorous condition I care is pilonidal disease. However, helping patients with the problem is one of the most rewarding parts of my practice. Unless you or a loved one have suffered from a pilonidal problem, you probably aren’t familiar with it....
It’s the moment every parent waits for—their baby’s first smile. This usually occurs around four weeks of age, but some babies may not smile until they are three months old. Parents often wonder why their baby is smiling. Some believe it may be in response...
