October Newsletter 2022

A Note from Help Me Grow Skagit's Physician Champion

Dr. Francie Chalmers

Happy Fall, technically speaking at least, and welcome to the Help Me Grow Skagit Fall Newsletter. This issue’s resource list is focused on feeding. 

On October 27^th, you are encouraged to attend a fantastic early morning CME on Plagiocephaly and Torticollis offered by our very own Jenna Lisenby at Valley Kids Therapy. She will focus on early identification and referral for treatment as well as where and how to refer. You can also register via the link below. 

Starting in early 2023 we are offering a series of development focused CMEs, details below, and please take a moment to peruse the newly updated Help Me Grow Skagit website. 

If you would have liked to but have been unable to attend the CME’s we have been offering please take a moment to respond to the survey or send me a quick email with topics days and times that would be preferable in the future. 

As Skagit’s “Physician Champion” please remember that I am here to help facilitate connections between your practice and community support services. I can be reached anytime with questions and feedback at fchalmers.md@gmail.com.

*Featured Educational Event for Skagit County*

October 27th     7:00 - 8:00 a.m.     via  Zoom

Join us for a presentation by Jenna Lisenby on the assessment and treatment of torticollis and plagiocephaly.  Jenna Lisenby is a pediatric physical therapist with a specialty in infant and toddler treatment. She has been in practice in the Northwest for over 20 years. She is passionate about learning and growing her therapeutic skills to provide the most evidence based and comprehensive care to her patients. Jenna has presented on topics such as Pediatric Gait and Torticollis & Plagiocephaly throughout the country. She is currently the owner of Valley Kids Therapy in Mount Vernon.

This event is free, but registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Register HERE.

Helpful Resources

• Catalog of Pediatric Feeding CEU Courses: Courses aimed at feeding specialists but may be of interest https://www.educationresourcesinc.com/pediatric-feeding-ceu-courses/
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Resources: Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Resources https://www.asha.org/practice-portal/clinical-topics/pediatric-feeding-and-swallowing/#collapse_7
• PEDIATRIC FEEDING SCREENING PACKET: Need a simple and science-backed way to screen your pediatric patients for potential feeding issues? Enter your email below for instant access. https://www.feedthepeds.com/Pediatric-Feeding-Screening-Packet
• Resources/Links: ESI offers educational resources, consulting, and mentoring for nutrition and dietary professionals, medical professionals, educators, and public health professionals who want to incorporate Ellyn Satter’s trust-centered and science-tested principles into their practice and teaching. https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/resources-and-links-professionals/
• FACT SHEET Society of Pediatric Psychology: PEDIATRIC FEEDING PROBLEMS https://pedpsych.org/fact_sheets/feeding_problems/
• Article: Small shifts in your communication style and tactics when discussing obesity with patients can significantly impact how your message is received. https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/how-to-engage-in-effective-clinical-conversations-about-obesity
•  Parent Resource: Feeding Matters Family Guide http://siskin.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/FeedingMattersFamilyGuide.pdf
• Podcast: Assessing and Treating Children With Feeding Problems          My guest this week is Dr. Kay A. Toomey, a Pediatric Psychologist who has worked with children who struggle to eat for almost 30 years. She has developed the SOS Approach to Feeding as a family-centered program for assessing and treating children with feeding problems. https://www.drbeurkens.com/podcast/assessing-and-treating-children-with-feeding-problems/
• Seattle Children's Hospital Pediatric Feeding program assesses and treats children who need care for complex feeding concerns.https://www.seattlechildrens.org/clinics/pediatric-feeding-program/

The Help Me Grow Skagit website has been updated!

The Help Me Grow Skagit website is a great place to find support for Skagit families.  Now, we have a page just for you!  On the Healthcare Providers page, you can learn about the Help Me Grow Skagit Family Resource Navigator, how to make a referral, connect with our Physician Champion, and read past newsletters. Check back as we expand this page to include more resources. If you have an idea of content to add to the page, we'd love to hear from you!

Did your practice receive the Help Me Grow Skagit gift box? They included our flyers (EnglishandSpanish),rack cards,referral forms, prescription pads, and more! If you would like one, or more copies of any of the materials in the bin, please contact Francie Chalmers.

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