

Pediatrics On Call
AAP - American Academy of Pediatrics
Welcome to Pediatrics On Call: a podcast on children's health from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Each episode features interviews about new research and hot topics in the field of pediatrics. Learn about the most important innovations from the people behind them. This podcast is for pediatricians and other health professionals who serve children and their families. And if you're a parent or caregiver, it's also for you.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 37min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Paid Family and Medical Leave – Ep. 228
In this episode Lewis First, MD, MS, FAAP, editor-in-chief of Pediatrics, is back for “First Up.” He offers a bird’s-eye view of what’s in the December issue of the journal. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kimberly Montez, MD, MPH, FAAP, about new policy from the AAP urging paid family and medical leave for all families. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Nov 26, 2024 • 29min
Cheerleading Safety, Government Nutrition Programs – Ep. 227
In this episode Greg Canty, MD, FAAP, describes the growth of cheerleading as a competitive sport and the need for pediatricians to be aware of potential injuries. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Aditi Vasan, MD, MSHP, about families’ access to government nutrition programs. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Nov 19, 2024 • 37min
Pediatric Functions in the Electronic Health Record, Strabismus or Crossed Eyes in Animation – Ep. 226
In this episode Andy Spooner, MD, FAAP, suggests ways the Electronic Health Record can be improved for pediatrics. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Michael Puente, MD, FAAP, about negative depictions of strabismus in animated films. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Nov 12, 2024 • 30min
Long-term Effects of School Suspension and Expulsion, Promoting Health Literacy – Ep. 225
In this episode Ryan Padrez, MD, FAAP, and Susanna Jain, MD, explain how suspension and expulsion from school have long-term effects on health and well-being. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Lauren Burgoon, MD, about reinforcing health literacy in every patient visit. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Nov 5, 2024 • 31min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Antibiotic Use in Agriculture – Ep. 224
In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics, offers a bird’s-eye view of the November issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Ritu Banerjee, MD, PhD, FAAP, about curbing antibiotic use in agriculture. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Oct 29, 2024 • 33min
Literacy Promotion in Primary Care, Getting Out the Vote--Ep. 223
In this episode Perri Klass, MD, FAAP, describes how reading aloud to children enhances literacy while building relational health and how pediatricians can use books to assess child development. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Lisa Costello, MD, MPH, FAAP, about the value of voting and encouraging patients and caregivers to exercise their rights. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Oct 22, 2024 • 34min
Prescribing Opioids Safely, Parental Disabilities' Effect on Kids – Ep. 222
In this episode Scott Hadland, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, and Rita Agarwal, MD, FAAP, explain the first-ever clinical practice guideline on safely prescribing opioids to children and teens. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Hilary Brown, PhD, about her research on how maternal disability affects children’s access to health care. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Oct 15, 2024 • 40min
National Conference and Exhibition Highlights -- Ep. 221
In this episode of the podcast, hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, recap the National Conference and Exhibition with a list of their favorite plenaries and sessions. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Oct 8, 2024 • 47min
‘Unedited’ Podcast from the National Conference and Exhibition – Ep. 220
In this episode the editors of the journal Pediatrics come together for an extensive research roundup. Lewis First, MD, MS, FAAP, Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, and Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, join hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, for a live recording in front of a studio audience at the National Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Fla. They list the most downloaded articles from the last year and talk about how they can change the practice of pediatrics. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Sep 24, 2024 • 33min
Oral Symptoms of Abuse and Neglect, Low-value Care Across Demographics – Ep. 218
In this episode Lora Spiller, MD, FAAP, and Anupama Tate, DMD, break down a new clinical report about detecting oral and dental aspects of abuse and neglect. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Irma Ugalde, MD, FAAP, about how low-value care affects children across the Child Opportunity Index. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.