Measles Guidance for Providers
With measles cases on the rise, Le Bonheur is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest information and resources for providers and families.
Le Bonheur Resources:
- Download and review this provider guidance to know when to test for measles, how to identify the disease and where to report measles cases.
- Download and share this information with patients and families.
- View the Webinar: Update on Measles for Providers recording.
Additional Resources:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Shelby County Health Department
- Tennessee Department of Health
- Arkansas Department of Health
- Mississippi Department of Health
If you suspect a measles case, contact your local health department for guidance on measles reporting and testing.
Admissions, Referrals and Clinical Resources
Admissions, transfers or clinical support: (901) 287-4408 or 1-888-899-9355
Outpatient clinic and diagnostic appointments: (901) 287-7337 or 1-866-870-5570
News
Talati named pediatric subspecialties fellowship office director
Ajay Talati, MD, MBA, chief of Neonatology, was named pediatric subspecialties fellowship office director at Le Bonheur and UT Health Science Center. He assumes the role from Michael Rebolledo, MD, MBA, MPH, who held the position for the last five years. In this role, Rebolledo led the effort to provide centralized resources for all 12 of the pediatric fellowship programs at Le Bonheur and UT Health Science Center. In addition to fostering community among fellows from various specialties, Rebolledo led the Pediatric Fellowship Office in hosting Research Week, monthly Noon conferences and the Research Grant Program to ensure fellows had the key resources need for a successful fellowship and medical career. Rebolledo will continue his role as a pediatric cardiologist in Le Bonheur’s Heart Institute.
Talati will work closely with the Pediatric Residency Director Bindiya Bagga, MD, Pediatrician-in-Chief Terri Finkel, MD, PhD, and the Graduate Medical Education (GME) office at UT Health Science Center, to continue building and recruitment for the excellent pediatric subspecialty programs at Le Bonheur and UT Health Science Center.
Edgerson elected to the Tennessee Pharmacists Association Board of Directors
Brandon Edgerson, MS, PharmD, chief operating officer of Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, was recently elected to the Tennessee Pharmacists Association Board of Directors as the new regional director for West Tennessee. He previously served as vice president of Operations where he played a critical role when Le Bonheur and the world were impacted by COVID-19.
Le Bonheur Children’s in Jackson, Tenn., adds additional Gastroenterology clinic times
Le Bonheur Children’s Outpatient Center in Jackson, Tenn., now offers daily Pediatric Gastroenterology appointments. John Whitworth, MD, has joined Le Bonheur Children’s as a full-time gastroenterologist in Jackson.
To refer a patient, visit our referral page or call 1-866-870-5570.
Weatherspoon and Schmidt named to Pediatric Neurology leadership positions
Sarah Weatherspoon, MD, and Jenny Schmidt, MD, were named to new leadership roles in Le Bonheur’s Neuroscience Institute and The University of Tennessee (UT) Health Science Center. Weatherspoon was named associate chief of Pediatric Neurology, and Schmidt was selected as clinical director of General Pediatric Neurology. Weatherspoon also serves as co-director of the Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) Center of Excellence. They are both assistant professors at UT Health Science Center.
Comprehensive pediatric and neonatal critical care transport team reveals new ambulances
Le Bonheur’s pediatric and neonatal critical care transport team, known as Pedi-Flite, recently unveiled brand-new pediatric transport vehicles that serve as mobile critical care units. With the help of U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen, this state-of-the-art vehicle is equipped to deliver critical care to the region’s sickest children. The Pedi-Flite team is made up of pediatric and neonatal critical care nurses, pediatric and neonatal respiratory therapists and paramedics. All Pedi-Flite team members are trained in advanced life support techniques and hold additional credentials beyond those of their critical care peers.
