Transforming COPD Care: WashU Medicine Physicians at Barnes-Jewish Hospital Combine Expertise with Advanced Treatments

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) continues to be one of the leading causes of disability and death in the United States, yet it remains underdiagnosed and undertreated with treatment historically centered on smoking cessation ...

Marfan Syndrome and other Aortopathies

Dr. LaRossa speaks on aortopathy syndromes, what they are, why they matter, and when to refer.

Is Your Asthma Action Plan SMART?

Anne E. Borgmeyer, DNP, RN, CPNP, gives an update to the asthma management guidelines, describes single maintenance, reliever therapy and goes over key concepts in teaching the Asthma Action Plan.

Pediatric Nephrolithiasis (Kidney Stones) Update

Dr. Hubert Swana provides a comprehensive overview of pediatric kidney stones: what causes them, new advancements in surgical management, and common issues assosciated with pediatric kidney stones.

Epidemiology of Pediatric Febrile Rash Illnesses in the Summer of 2025

Dr. Reich reviews the presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of tick-borne illnesses in the St. Louis and surrounding areas as well as the recent measles activity.

Advances in Shoulder Replacement Surgery: Customization, Durability, and Better Outcomes

Jay Keener, MD and his team are advancing shoulder replacement surgery with leading-edge techniques—using innovative materials, advanced planning software, and customized implants—to help patients return to active lives with more personalized, ...

The Impact of Vaccinations and the Cost of Vaccine Hesitancy

Dr. Rachel Orscheln presents on trends in vaccine coverage, common parental concerns regarding immunizations, clinical presentation and diagnosis of vaccine-preventable diseases seen infrequently in the US, and strategies for combating vaccine hesitancy.

Novel Interventions in Pain Medicine

Dr. Vinny Fancio has been involved in the advancement and innovation of pain medicine and provides an overview of many of the novel approaches to treating pain.