{"id":4181,"date":"2024-08-26T20:23:30","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T20:23:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=4181"},"modified":"2025-09-23T14:27:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T22:27:18","slug":"how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition","title":{"rendered":"How to Collaborate Effectively with Your Attending: Pediatrics Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#The_Preclinical_Years\" >The Preclinical Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Excelling_in_Your_Pediatrics_Clerkship\" >Excelling in Your Pediatrics Clerkship<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#General_Tips_and_Tricks_for_Pediatrics\" >General Tips and Tricks for Pediatrics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Specific_Tips_for_Inpatient_Exposures\" >Specific Tips for Inpatient Exposures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Specific_Tips_for_the_Well_Baby_Nursery\" >Specific Tips for the Well Baby Nursery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Specific_Tips_for_Outpatient_Experiences\" >Specific Tips for Outpatient Experiences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Choosing_a_Career_in_Pediatrics\" >Choosing a Career in Pediatrics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Finding_the_Right_Mentor\" >Finding the Right Mentor<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Scholarly_Projects_Research_Quality_Improvement_Advocacy_Education\" >Scholarly Projects: Research, Quality Improvement, Advocacy, Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#Some_Resources_to_Help_You_Thrive\" >Some Resources to Help You Thrive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#About_the_Author\" >About the Author<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/how-to-collaborate-effectively-with-your-attending-pediatrics-edition\/#References_Resources\" >References &amp; Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome to Pediatrics! Get ready; there&#8217;s a wealth of information to be learned, from well-child checks to acute care visits to managing patients with chronic illnesses and inpatient management on the floor or in the ICU. Fear not! We&#8217;re here to give you tips and tricks on shining, no matter what phase of training you&#8217;re in!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Preclinical_Years\"><\/span>The Preclinical Years<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your preclinical years are about developing foundational skills in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/09\/04\/11-tips-for-taking-a-patient-history\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">taking histories<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Examination_Techniques\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">performing physical exams<\/a>. Pediatrics is a great space to learn many of these skills. To shine here, you want to identify areas to strengthen, share those with your attending, and then repeatedly cycle between asking for and implementing feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If this seems intimidating, here are some suggestions on where to begin. You can improve your:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>History-taking skills by not missing critical areas of information (e.g., birth history, history of vaccination)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/08\/19\/the-mindful-health-professional-techniques-for-effectively-communicating-with-patients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Communication skills<\/a>&nbsp;by working with both caregivers and the patient to understand the chief concern<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical exam skills by recognizing findings that are within normal limits from pathological findings&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presentation skills when delivering the history and exam you took<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Excelling_in_Your_Pediatrics_Clerkship\"><\/span>Excelling in Your Pediatrics Clerkship<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As it turns out, kids are not just &#8220;little adults&#8221;; caring for them requires clear communication skills, patience, and adaptability. Let&#8217;s talk about some areas you may rotate through and some tips and tricks to help you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_Tips_and_Tricks_for_Pediatrics\"><\/span>General Tips and Tricks for Pediatrics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2021\/11\/08\/words-matter-the-power-of-inclusive-language-in-medicine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">patient-centered language<\/a>: &#8220;Mom says&#8221; not, &#8220;the patient&#8217;s mother says.&#8221;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Consider asking caregivers how they would like to be addressed. Many in peds refer to caregivers by a title (ex. &#8220;Mom&#8221;), but caregivers are individual people, too. Identifying them by their name may strengthen your relationship with the caregiver and show your ability to see the complexity of their situation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include the child as best you can by talking to them and explaining what is happening or what you&#8217;re doing.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate an exam on the caregiver or a stuffed toy first to reassure the child that it won&#8217;t hurt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage the child early, especially if facing a difficult procedure or scenario.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Specific_Tips_for_Inpatient_Exposures\"><\/span>Specific Tips for Inpatient Exposures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be on time, be prepared for rounds regarding your patients, and know their info.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You may feel intimidated because rounds are often family-centered, meaning you present in front of the caregivers and child. To help, before rounds start, identify questions you have about sensitive or tricky information. Then, clarify the answers to those questions with your senior resident. Doing this will help show your senior resident your clinical reasoning. It also opens the door to a learning opportunity!\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For example, if you&#8217;re worried a lab finding may indicate cancer (a scary diagnosis), ask your senior resident for advice on how to approach this during rounds. You can explain why you think the lab finding indicates cancer. In return, the senior resident might demonstrate ways to communicate difficult news or discuss what other diagnoses are possible with that lab value.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Specific_Tips_for_the_Well_Baby_Nursery\"><\/span>Specific Tips for the Well Baby Nursery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don&#8217;t be afraid to examine a baby! They&#8217;re small and require head support, but examining them is safe if you&#8217;re careful.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Always be on the lookout for congenital deformities, including cleft lip\/palate, tongue or lip ties, improperly formed fingers or toes, abdominal wall defects like an umbilical hernia, signs of a spinal defect like a deep sacral cleft with or without hair, or GU defects like hypospadias or ambiguous genitalia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never leave an infant in a dirty diaper. If you examine an infant and they&#8217;re soiled, be sure that someone, such as the caregiver or nurse, changes it or take the time to change it yourself.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Speaking of diaper changes, if that is not your forte, ask a nurse or CNA to show you how to do it.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Note:&nbsp;<\/strong>When working with biological males with a diaper off, watch out for pee! It can arc and hit you, so keep them covered when changing their diaper or performing an exam or procedure.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many newborns will have hyperbilirubinemia, and you can use&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bilitool.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BiliTool<\/a>&nbsp;to help you identify if their bilirubin level qualifies them for phototherapy.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Specific_Tips_for_Outpatient_Experiences\"><\/span>Specific Tips for Outpatient Experiences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review the clinic ahead of time, if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For new patients, look to see if you can find the chief concern, which is sometimes in a nursing note or a referral note. Think of a differential for that chief concern and try to anticipate what questions might be useful to ask to narrow your differential.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For returning patients, be sure to look up and read about any diagnoses they have and medications they&#8217;re on.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If the return visit is for a well-child check or sports physical, you can use The American Academy of Pediatrics&#8217;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/practice-management\/bright-futures\/bright-futures-materials-and-tools\/bright-futures-guidelines-and-pocket-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bright Futures Guidelines<\/a>&nbsp;to help you know what historical questions are relevant, what milestones to expect for age, what vaccines (if any) are indicated, and what preventative care needs to be discussed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Additional resources for your clinical rotations:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/08\/18\/the-osmosis-ultimate-guide-to-thriving-in-clinical-rotations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Osmosis Ultimate Guide to Thriving During Clinical Rotations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/01\/30\/how-to-use-osmosis-to-help-you-thrive-during-clinical-rotations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Use Osmosis to Help You Thrive During Clinical Rotations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/career-resources\/medical-students\/tips-for-successful-clerkships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips for Successful Clerkships (AAP)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/03\/28\/how-to-impress-your-attending-internal-medicine-edition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Impress Your Attending: Internal Medicine Edition<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1024\" width=\"980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/nurse-checking-on-a-parent.png?w=980\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/nurse-checking-on-a-parent.png 1273w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/nurse-checking-on-a-parent.png?resize=287,300 287w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/nurse-checking-on-a-parent.png?resize=768,802 768w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/nurse-checking-on-a-parent.png?resize=980,1024 980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Choosing_a_Career_in_Pediatrics\"><\/span>Choosing a Career in Pediatrics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve passed your pediatrics clerkship and decided this field is right for you. Now what?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pediatrics is a rewarding specialty, with the opportunity to care for patients from birth through adulthood and the ability to either generalize or subspecialize. Like any other field, getting into a residency in pediatrics involves many components, but the two most important are finding the right mentor and leveraging Scholarly Project(s).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_the_Right_Mentor\"><\/span>Finding the Right Mentor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/03\/02\/how-to-find-the-right-mentor-for-your-healthcare-career\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the right mentor<\/a>&nbsp;is critical. They can provide you with career insight and guidance, advice on applications, and letters of recommendation. Connecting with someone and asking them to mentor you should be done thoughtfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by considering what you want out of your career. For instance, if you want to pursue primary care in pediatrics, then a pediatrician who is a primary care provider is likely a good fit for a mentor. On the flip side, if you want to go into a subspecialty, like pediatric cardiology, find someone to connect with who&#8217;s in that subspecialty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then, think about your needs and how that mentor can support you. This can be anything, from general advice on which rotations you should consider after completing your clerkships, requesting&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/02\/26\/how-to-prepare-your-residency-applications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">letters of recommendation<\/a>, or even being invited to participate in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2021\/03\/25\/how-to-find-research-opportunities-in-medical-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ongoing research<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okay, once you&#8217;ve identified&nbsp;<em>who<\/em>&nbsp;could be possible mentors and&nbsp;<em>what<\/em>&nbsp;you hope to get out of the relationship with your mentor, your next step is to approach the person and ask them. If they say yes, see if you can arrange a meeting and go from there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Before you meet with your mentor, put together a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2020\/03\/10\/how-to-build-an-outstanding-curriculum-vitae-during-medical-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Curriculum Vitae<\/a>&nbsp;and a small personal statement that describes why you&#8217;re choosing this field, then send these to your mentor. This will give them insight into your background and experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Additional advice on finding a mentor:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2023\/03\/02\/how-to-find-the-right-mentor-for-your-healthcare-career\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Find the Right Mentor for Your Healthcare Career<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scholarly_Projects_Research_Quality_Improvement_Advocacy_Education\"><\/span>Scholarly Projects: Research, Quality Improvement, Advocacy, Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many medical schools have begun requiring a scholarly project as part of their graduation requirements. These often include some form of research, traditionally considered basic science or translational or clinical science. However, research in health professions education is rapidly becoming an alternative option. Other examples of scholarly projects include quality improvement and advocacy. The breadth of options means that you can choose a topic that interests you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s say you&#8217;re interested in children who have&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/learn\/Food_allergy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">food allergies<\/a>. Knowing that Epipens are&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/07\/16\/social-determinants-of-health-economic-stability\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">expensive, even with insurance,<\/a>&nbsp;you want to advocate for better coverage so families can afford them. Then again, maybe your interest centers on decreasing clinic wait times for patients, and you want to use quality improvement techniques to improve patient care. Whatever it is, use what you&#8217;re passionate about to guide you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Your Scholarly Project is also a great chance to get creative and connect with a mentor. Having a mutual interest, like a project, often opens the door for further conversations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>More helpful resources on the path to residency:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/osmosis-ultimate-guide-to-the-nrmp-match\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Osmosis Ultimate Guide to the NRMP Match<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2019\/03\/26\/tips-on-finding-the-right-residency-program-for-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tips On Finding the Right Residency Program for You<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/2024\/02\/26\/how-to-prepare-your-residency-applications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Prepare Your Residency Applications<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Resources_to_Help_You_Thrive\"><\/span>Some Resources to Help You Thrive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Medicine is increasingly less about knowing an enormous number of facts and more about knowing where to find answers. To help you, here are some pediatric-specific resources that can let you shine on your rotations:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The American Academy of Pediatrics<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aap.org\/en\/career-resources\/medical-students\/surviving-pediatric-clerkship\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">A general introductory note<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/publications.aap.org\/pediatricsinreview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pediatrics-in-Review<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aafp.org\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The American Academy of Family Physicians<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational search platforms, like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.elsevier.com\/products\/clinicalkey\/clinicalkey-ai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ClinicalKey AI<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Question banks, like Osmosis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tried and true textbooks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red Book<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Harriet Lane<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span>About the Author<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dr-katie-schultz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Katie Schultz, MD, MEd, FAAP, Osmosis Pediatric Clinical Content Editor,<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;is trained as both a general pediatrician and pediatric rheumatologist and believes in patient-centered holistic care. Dr. Schultz has long held a passion for health professions education, beginning in medical school, where they co-created and taught a course to medical students about caring for patients with disabilities and extending into their graduate training with health professions education research. They have been awarded multiple national and regional grants to support their research. They also obtained a Master&#8217;s Degree in Medical Education (MEd) and plan to start a PhD in health professions education. 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