Ep 4: When kids get headaches? Amy Gelfand MD, Director of Pediatric Headache at UCSF

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In this weeks episode, Dr Jessica Hochman interviews Dr. Amy Gelfand, accomplished pediatric neurologist and headache specialist about pediatric headaches. We review the most common pediatric headaches: tension headaches, migraine headaches and post traumatic headaches. We discuss how to prevent headaches and how to treat headaches. We also review myths about migraines (like does eating chocolate really trigger a migraines?!) and when to see a doctor. We review warning signs for headache emergencies. If you or someone you know suffers from migraines/headaches, this is a discussion you’ll especially enjoy. 

Dr. Gelfand attended Harvard Medical School, and completed her Pediatric Residency and Child Neurology training at UCSF.  She is a board certified Child Neurologist and is currently the Director of Pediatric Headache at UCSF.  

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