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Pediatrics On Call

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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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Episodes

Cord Blood Sampling and Testing, Disparities in Preventive Care for Children from English and Non-English-Speaking Households – Ep. 252

In this episode David Kaufman, MD, FAAP, discusses postnatal cord blood sampling and testing. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Prabi Rajbhandari, MD, FAAP, about disparities in preventive care for children from English and non-English-speaking households. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jun 24, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 252

Atopic Dermatitis, Large Language Model Accuracy in Pediatric and Adult Medicine – Ep. 251

In this episode Jennifer Schoch, MD, FAAD, FAAP, discusses updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis or eczema. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Esli Osmanlliu, MD, and medical student Nik Jaiswal about the accuracy of large language models in pediatric and adult medicine. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jun 17, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 251

Use of Chaperones for Pediatric and Adolescent Encounters, Advocacy Curriculum for Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellows – Ep. 250

In this episode Jesse Hackell, MD, FAAP, discusses the use of chaperones for pediatric and adolescent encounters. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Megan Attridge, MD, MS, FAAP, about the development of an advocacy curriculum for pediatric emergency medicine fellows. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jun 10, 202533 minSeason 5Ep. 250

Pediatrics Research Roundup and a Last “First Up”– Ep. 249

In this episode Lewis First, MD, MS, FAAP, editor-in-chief of Pediatrics, is back for a special edition of “First Up.” He offers an overview of the June issue of the journal. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also welcome a couple of surprise guests who share their favorite Lewis memories. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jun 03, 202535 minSeason 5Ep. 249

Federal Cuts to Children’s Health Care, Changes in Chronic Medication Dispensing During Medicaid Unwinding – Ep. 248

In this episode Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP, discusses what new federal cuts to health care mean for children. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Kao-Ping Chua, MD, PhD, FAAP, about changes in chronic medication dispensing to children and young adults during Medicaid unwinding. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

May 27, 202535 minSeason 5Ep. 248

Coaching Families for Resilience, How Eviction Moratoria During the Covid Pandemic Affected Child Maltreatment – Ep. 246

In this episode Gretchen Pianka, MD, MPH, FAAP, discusses her book on how pediatricians can build resilience in themselves and the caregivers they serve. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Liwei Zhang, PhD, about state-based eviction moratoria and child maltreatment during the Covid-19 pandemic. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

May 13, 202530 minSeason 5Ep. 246

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Updates to the Yellow Book – Ep. 245

In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the May issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Ellen S. Rome, MD, MPH, FAAP, about the latest updates in the ninth edition of the Yellow Book, Pediatric Nutrition. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

May 06, 202535 minSeason 5Ep. 245

Relational Health and Trauma-informed Care, Teens’ Understanding of Medical Jargon – Ep. 244

In this episode Moira Szilagyi, MD, PhD, FAAP, and Heather Forkey, MD, FAAP, discuss the new AAP National Center for Relational Health and Trauma-informed Care. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Jordan Marmet, MD, FAAP, and Aarabhi Rajagopal, MD, FAAP, about how medical jargon can be confusing for teens. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Apr 29, 202537 minSeason 5Ep. 244

Disclosure of Adverse Events, Trends in Adolescent Risky Behavior – Ep. 243

In this episode Laura Sigman, MD, FAAP, discusses having conversations with patients about adverse medical events. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Rebekah Levine Coley, PhD, about new trends in adolescents’ risky behaviors. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Apr 22, 202535 minSeason 5Ep. 243

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Difficult Conversations and Congenital Syphilis – Ep. 242

In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the April issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Adam Ratner, MD, MPH, FAAP, and Nitya Shah, MD, FAAP, about having difficult conversations with families about a diagnosis of congenital syphilis and other diseases. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Apr 15, 202532 minSeason 5Ep. 242

Diagnosing Biliary Atresia, Discrepancies in Pediatric Work Hours – Ep. 240

In this episode Sanjiv Harpavat, MD, PhD, and Saul J. Karpen, MD, PhD, FAASLD, talk about detecting biliary atresia in infants. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Bobbi Byrne, MD, FAAP, and Gary Freed, MD, MPH, FAAP, about discrepancies in pediatric work hours. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Mar 18, 202532 minSeason 5Ep. 240

Abusive Head Trauma in Infants and Children, Adnexal Torsion – Ep. 239

In this episode Doctor Sandeep Narang, MD, JD, FAAP, discusses abusive head trauma in infants and children. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak to Doctor Barrie Rich, MD, about delays in diagnosing adnexal torsion in children and adolescents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Mar 11, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 239

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Measles and the Recommended Immunization Schedule – Ep. 238

In this episode Lewis First, MD, MS, FAAP, editor-in-chief of Pediatrics, is back for “First Up.” He offers an overview of the March issue of the journal. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak to Doctor Sean O’Leary, MD, MPH, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases, about the emerging measles crisis in the U.S. and the 2025 vaccine schedule. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Mar 04, 202543 minSeason 5Ep. 238

Children’s Healthy Beverages, Prescription Stimulant Dispensing – Ep. 237

In this episode Mark R. Corkins, MD, FAAP, discusses new recommendations for what children should be drinking. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak to Kao-Ping Chua, MD, PhD, about a new study on the use of prescription stimulants by U.S. children between the years 2017 and 2023. For resources go to aap.org/podcast

Feb 25, 202528 min

Fractures in Child Abuse, Invalid Vaccine Doses – Ep. 236

In this episode Suzanne B. Haney, MD, MS, FAAP, discusses a new report on evaluating young children with fractures for signs of child abuse. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Alexandria Albers, MPH, MS, and Sophia R. Newcomer, PhD, MPH, about a new study that explores the impact invalid vaccine doses have on children. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Feb 18, 202532 minSeason 5Ep. 236

Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening, Having ‘The Talk’ About Police Interactions – Ep. 235

In this episode Matthew E. Oster, MD, MPH, FAAP, discusses a new algorithm to help screen for CCHD before infants leave the hospital. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Dylan B. Jackson, PhD, MS, and Rebecca L. Fix, PhD, MS, about how when Black families talk about potential police interactions, children feel less stressed.

Feb 11, 202537 minSeason 5Ep. 235

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome or PANS – Ep. 234

In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics, offers a bird’s-eye view of the February issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to AAP President Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP, about how to help patients and families affected by Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome or PANS. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Feb 04, 202540 minSeason 5Ep. 234

Misuse of Prescription Medications, Avoiding Medical Jargon – Ep. 233

In this episode Nicholas Chadi MD, MPH, FRCPC, FAAP, explains how pediatricians can help families avoid the misuse of prescription drugs. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Michael Pitt, MD, FAAP, and Rheanne Maravelas, MD, about medical jargon and its effect on children’s understanding. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jan 28, 202531 minSeason 5Ep. 233

Resuscitation After Drowning, Black Families’ Experiences in the NICU – Ep. 232

In this episode Tracy McCallin, MD, FAAP, explains the focused update on drowning guidelines published by the AAP and the American Heart Association. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Devlynne Sasha Ondusko, MD, FAAP, about her research into the experiences of Black families in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jan 21, 202535 minSeason 5Ep. 232

Pathways to Pediatrics with AAP President Dr. Sue Kressly – Ep. 231

In this episode of the special series, “Pathways to Pediatrics,” hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, interview new AAP President Sue Kressly, MD, FAAP. Dr. Kressly talks about losing her parents at a young age, starting her own practice, becoming an “accidental informaticist” and surviving two hurricanes. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jan 14, 202524 minSeason 5Ep. 231

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Pediatricians’ Income Disparities – Ep. 230

In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the January issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Bobbi Byrne, MD, FAAP, and Gary Freed, MD, MPH, FAAP, about pediatricians’ income disparities based on sex. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Jan 07, 202529 minSeason 5Ep. 230

Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Chineze Ebo – Ep. 229

In this episode of the special series, “Pathways to Pediatrics,” hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, interview Chineze Ebo, MD. Dr. Ebo talks about how her mother’s work as a doctor inspired her own career choice. She also describes her work with Next Gen Pediatricians, a national mentorship program geared toward providing guidance, support, and networking to UIM Pediatric Residency Applicants. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Dec 17, 202420 minSeason 5Ep. 229

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.

Dec 10, 202437 minSeason 5Ep. 228

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 26, 202429 minSeason 5Ep. 227

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 12, 202430 minSeason 5Ep. 225

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.

Nov 05, 202431 minSeason 5Ep. 224
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