Publications
Patient education resources and curriculum vitae
These documents are written by Dr. Colin G. Knight, MD, FACS, FAAP, for families considering or recovering from pediatric surgery. They are offered as general information and do not replace individual medical advice. For guidance specific to your child, please contact the office.
Available documents
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Curriculum Vitae
Education, training, board certifications, hospital affiliations, professional service, peer-reviewed publications, and current academic appointments.
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Pediatric Hernia Repair: A Parent's Guide
What inguinal, umbilical, and epigastric hernias are; when surgery is needed; what to expect on the day of operation; and what recovery looks like at home.
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Pediatric Appendicitis: What Parents Need to Know
How appendicitis presents in children of different ages, how it is diagnosed, single-incision laparoscopic appendectomy, perforated and nonperforated cases, and recovery.
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Post-Operative Care for Pediatric Surgery Patients
A general guide to pain control, wound care, activity, diet, follow-up, and warning signs to watch for after a pediatric operation.
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Pediatric Gallbladder Disease: A Family Resource
Why gallbladder problems are rising in children and adolescents, common symptoms, diagnostic workup, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and post-operative diet.