This episode covers an approach to the types, diagnosis, features, and management of Down Syndrome. This podcast was written by Grayson Beecher and Dr. Melanie Lewis. Grayson is a medical student at the University of Alberta. Dr. Lewis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Associate Dean of Learner Advocacy & Wellness at the University of Alberta, and the Medical Director of the Down syndrome Medical Clinic in Edmonton, Alberta. These podcasts are designed to give medical students an overview of key topics in pediatrics. The audio versions are accessible on iTunes. You can find more great pediatrics content at www.pedscases.com.

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Welcome to a classic PedsCases video from www.pedscases.com. This video highlights an approach to lumbar punctures. Please don't try performing a lumbar puncture at home or in a healthcare setting on the basis of this video.

The video was created by Peter MacPherson (as a medical student) and Dr. Karen Forbes. Peter MacPherson (BSc, MD) is currently a pediatric resident in St. John's, NL. Dr. Karen Forbes (BSc, MD, FRCPC) is a pediatric hospitalist at the Stollery Children's Hospital, and acting director of the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta.

Please check out our other podcasts at www.pedscases.com/podcasts