Laura Louthain-Walrod
Woodstock,IL
Summary
Experienced pediatrician dedicated to providing quality care to pediatric patients with a focus on the care of Well Newborns and their families in the hospital setting
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
General Pediatrician, Hospital Based
Northwestern Medicine
10.2018 - Current
- Provided Well Newborn Care to infants born at Northwestern Hospital, Huntley and Northwestern Hospital, McHenry
- Managed common newborn issues including Hyperbilirubinemia requiring Phototherapy, Hypoglycemia, Feeding problems, and Care of the Late Pre-Term infant
- Performed Circumcisions
- Established rapport with the families utilizing the birthing center and offered guidance and support in the care of their newborns
- Worked as part of a team including Neonatologists, Pediatric Hospitalists, Obstetricians, Nurses, Lactation specialists and Administrators to improve the quality of care of Newborns and their families in our hospitals
General Pediatrician, Office Based
Centegra Physician Care
10.2002 - 10.2018
- Diagnosed and treated various pediatric illnesses, leading to healthier children in the community.
- Developed customized treatment plans, addressing individual needs of pediatric patients and promoting overall wellness.
- Provided yearly physicals, sports physicals and immunizations to children.
- Met with new parents and parents-to-be to inform and educate on care of newborns.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of best practices in pediatric medicine.
- Promoted early detection of developmental issues by conducting thorough evaluations during well-child visits.
Education
M.D. -
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Rockford, IL06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Lawrence University
Appleton, WI06.1994
Skills
- Newborn care
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Circumcision
- Breastfeeding Support
- Family Rapport
- Teamwork
- Teaching medical students
Timeline
General Pediatrician, Hospital Based
Northwestern Medicine
10.2018 - Current
General Pediatrician, Office Based
Centegra Physician Care
10.2002 - 10.2018
M.D. -
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Lawrence University