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Len Leshin, MD, FAAP

@lleshin

Husband, father to two sons, one with Down syndrome. Practicing pediatrician.

Joined April 2009
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Texas is slashing $607 million in Medicaid funding from program for students with disabilities bit.ly/3AjyDw6


Timeline cleanse:

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Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

In a new book, Donald #Trump's nephew Fred C. Trump III says that the former president told him that people like his son, who has intellectual and developmental #disabilities, 'should just die.' disabilityscoop.com/2024/07/25/tru…


Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

Because your loved one with Down syndrome deserves a specialty experience even if you don't have access to a specialty clinic. Go to DSC2U.org/plans to sign up. #Downsyndrome #Downsyndromeawareness #DownsyndromeHealthcare #Healthcareaccess

brianskotko's tweet image. Because your loved one with Down syndrome deserves a specialty experience even if you don't have access to a specialty clinic. Go to <a style="text-decoration: none;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://t.co/0jepgFhyhs">DSC2U.org/plans</a> to sign up.  #Downsyndrome #Downsyndromeawareness #DownsyndromeHealthcare #Healthcareaccess

Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

Not having access to a specialty clinic doesn't mean you can't get the resources, recommendations & checklists that your loved one with #Downsyndrome deserves. DSC2U.org helps families get personalized health & wellness checklists. 👉DSC2U.org/plans

brianskotko's tweet image. Not having access to a specialty clinic doesn't mean you can't get the resources, recommendations &amp; checklists that your loved one with #Downsyndrome deserves.
<a style="text-decoration: none;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://t.co/dgyidJuI6k">DSC2U.org</a> helps families get personalized health &amp; wellness checklists.
 👉<a style="text-decoration: none;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://t.co/0jepgFh0rU">DSC2U.org/plans</a>

Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

Clinical Research Opportunity for Young Adults with Down Syndrome! Interested? TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS RESEARCH STUDY: CALL: 303-724-4644 WEB: cumemoryresearch.org EMAIL: NeuroResearch@cuanschutz.edu

CrnicInstitute's tweet image. Clinical Research Opportunity for Young Adults with Down Syndrome!

Interested?
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS RESEARCH STUDY:
CALL: 303-724-4644 WEB: <a style="text-decoration: none;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://t.co/n67wIR7lPB">cumemoryresearch.org</a>
EMAIL: NeuroResearch@cuanschutz.edu

Hollywood Celebrities Join Forces for the Largest Down Syndrome Fundraiser in The World: finance.yahoo.com/news/hollywood…


In Orlando, Florida.

Amid a shortage of providers, a new clinic will treat patients with #DownSyndrome from diagnosis through adulthood, providing everything from medical care to assistance with school and finding a job. disabilityscoop.com/2023/10/24/one… #disabilities



Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

The AAP hosted 200 pediatricians for a virtual town hall discussion on gun violence prevention, which included announcement of a new Firearm Injury Prevention Special Interest Group, where pediatricians can work on firearm injury & gun violence prevention bit.ly/3Ki6pU9


CVS announced today a new collection of self-care tools designed to be easier for people with dexterity challenges. They include nail clippers, tweezers and round-tip scissors. prnewswire.com/news-releases/…


Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

As the world mourns Tony Bennett, the incredible vocalist, one should honor the fact that Tony was among the young men that liberated Dachau, playing a part in saving the lives of thousands of Jews, including Elie Wiesel, R Lau, and many more. May his family & fans find comfort.

BluegrassRabbi's tweet image. As the world mourns Tony Bennett, the incredible vocalist, one should honor the fact that Tony was among the young men that liberated Dachau, playing a part in saving the lives of thousands of Jews, including Elie Wiesel, R Lau, and many more.

May his family &amp; fans find comfort.

Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

The FDA has approved the monoclonal antibody nirsevimab for infants born during or entering their first RSV season and young children up to 24 months who remain at risk of severe disease in their second RSV season. publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/2…


The bill also designates individuals with developmental disabilities as health-professional shortage population groups. This deserves our support. 2/2 votervoice.net/iframes/NDSS/C…


There is a new bill in the House (H.R. 3380) to add funding for health centers that provide services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including dental care. 1/2


Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

Research opportunity to determine whether Tofacitinib can safely treat immune skin conditions in people with #Downsyndrome. Learn more: bit.ly/TofainDS ✅Compensation is provided and travel funds are available if needed. #alopecia #psoriasis #hidradenitissuppurativa

CrnicInstitute's tweet image. Research opportunity to determine whether Tofacitinib can safely treat immune skin conditions in people with #Downsyndrome. Learn more: <a style="text-decoration: none;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://t.co/hAj6Hsnsg6">bit.ly/TofainDS</a>

✅Compensation is provided and travel funds are available if needed. 

#alopecia #psoriasis #hidradenitissuppurativa

Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

An experimental skin patch to treat peanut allergies in toddlers shows promise in an early study. More research is needed before regulators could consider the patch. apnews.com/article/peanut…


Len Leshin, MD, FAAP Reposted

The @US_FDA has announced its approval for @inspiresleep device to be used for treatment of severe apnea in some patients with #Downsyndrome, ages 13+. Ask your local ENT for more details. FDA statement at accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/c…


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