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Jun 2023
32m 54s

I wish my kid was a little bit taller: h...

DR. MONA AMIN
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Health is a vital sign. It is an important thing we monitor at well visits, which is why routine check-ups are important. But when is growth a concern? Tune in to hear me talk with Dr. Sarah Hart-Unger, a Pediatric Endocrinologist, about height and kids. We discuss:  How percentiles play a role in height  Average growth trajectory for kids  Workup ... Show More
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