

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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Sep 17, 2024 • 39min
Preview of the 2024 Viral Season, Managing Sickle Cell in General Practice – Ep. 218
In this episode Sean O’Leary, MD, MPH, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases, previews the 2024 viral season with a focus on immunization for RSV, flu and COVID-19. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Zora Rogers, MD, FAAP, about a clinical report on managing sickle cell disease in general pediatric practices. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Sep 10, 2024 • 35min
Necrotizing Enterocolitis, ACEs in Indigenous Communities – Ep. 217
In this episode Eric C. Eichenwald, MD, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Fetus and Newborn, explains the pathophysiology of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and the best ways to prevent it. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Emily Waterman, PhD, and Mona Herrington about research into adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in indigenous communities. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Sep 3, 2024 • 24min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, AAP President-elect Candidates – Ep. 216
In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the September issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also preview the 2024 election for AAP President-elect with statements from candidates Lily J. Lou, MD, FAAP, and Andrew D. Racine, MD, PhD, FAAP.

Aug 27, 2024 • 30min
Preventing Maltreatment of Children, Treating ADHD in the Medical Home – Ep. 215
In this episode John Stirling, MD, FAAP, explains the guidance in The Pediatrician’s Role in Preventing Child Maltreatment: Clinical Report. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Edward Curry, MD, FAAP, about diagnosing and treating ADHD in busy medical practices. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Aug 20, 2024 • 36min
Trauma-informed Care and Relational Health, Using AI in Pediatrics – Ep. 214
In this episode R.J. Gillespie, MD, MHPE, FAAP, and Amy King, PhD, offer strategies for assessing relational health to provide trauma-informed care. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Srinivasan Suresh, MD, MBA, FAAP, and Sanghamitra Misra, MD, MEd, FAAP, about using artificial intelligence and large language models responsibly in pediatric practice and education. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Aug 13, 2024 • 39min
Supporting the Grieving Child, Housing Insecurity's Effects on Adolescents – Ep. 213
In this episode David Schonfeld, MD, FAAP, offers strategies for talking to children and teens after the death of a loved one. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kristyn Pierce, MPH, about her longitudinal study on the effects of housing insecurity on adolescents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Aug 6, 2024 • 32min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Oral Health Care for Youth with Developmental Disabilities – Ep. 212
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 August issue of the journal. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Elise Sarvas, DDS, MSD, MPH, a board-certified pediatric dentist at Mayo Clinic, about oral health care for youth with developmental disabilities. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jul 30, 2024 • 32min
Diagnosing and Treating Tongue-tie, Preparing for the 2024 AAP National Conference – Ep. 211
In this episode Jennifer Thomas, MD, MPH, IBCLC, FAAP, describes a new clinical report about diagnosing and treating ankyloglossia or tongue-tie. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Elizabeth Murray, DO, MBA, FAAP, about what to expect at the 2024 National Conference and Exhibition from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jul 9, 2024 • 31min
Transitioning Care for Children with Disabilities, Modifying Electronic Nicotine Devices – Ep. 210
In this episode Renee Turchi, MD, MPH, FAAP, describes new guidance about transitioning to adult care for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Grace Kong, PhD, about the dangers of modifying electronic nicotine delivery systems. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jul 2, 2024 • 27min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Breastfeeding for People with HIV – Ep. 209
In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics, offers a bird’s-eye view of the July issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Lisa Abuogi, MD, FAAP, about how to counsel people living with HIV who want to breastfeed their babies. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.