Episodes
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.
Published 07/09/24
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.
Published 07/02/24
Published 07/02/24
In this episode Mary A. Ott, MD, MA, FAAP, suggests ways pediatricians can counsel about birth control and contraception, including a recently approved over-the-counter pill. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Alyssa Coffin, MD, FAAP, about why pediatric medical research could benefit from being more multilingual. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 06/25/24
In this episode Mary Beth Miotto, MD, MPH, FAAP, offers strategies for pediatricians working with schools to make medication administration safe and efficient. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Alexis Williams, MD, about her research on how often children with sickle cell disease receive early intervention. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 06/18/24
In this episode Emily Lieberman, MD, FAAP, shares the story of surviving a mass shooting with her family and how that led to her advocacy for gun violence prevention. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Brian Jenssen, MD, MSHP, FAAP, about his research on how to survey adolescents about risky behaviors and get accurate results. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 06/11/24
In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the June issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Edith Bracho-Sanchez, MD, FAAP, about her role as host of Healthy Children, a new AAP podcast geared toward parents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 06/04/24
In this episode Alan Woolf, MD, MPH, FAAP, FACCT, FACMT, explains the negative health effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Lilian Bravo, PhD, RN, about her research on the Positive Childhood Experiences and whether they mitigate suicidal ideation in children whose parents are involved in the legal system. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 05/28/24
In this episode Richard Chung, MD, FAAP, explains updated policy on confidentiality in the care of adolescents and young adults. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Ashley Osborne, MD, FAAP, about her research on the way parents feel about their experiences with the neonatal intensive care unit. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 05/21/24
  In this episode David Stukus, MD, FAAP, and Rajitha Venkatesh, MD, MPH, FAAP, promote food allergy awareness with a conversation about new strategies for diagnosing and treating several conditions. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Christopher Russell, MD, MS, FAAP, about a special issue of the journal Hospital Pediatrics, focusing on mental health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 05/16/24
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 May issue of the journal. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with David Kimberlin, MD, FAAP, editor of the Red Book, about what to expect in the 2024 edition released this month. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 05/07/24
In this episode Megan Moreno, MD, MPH, MSEd, FAAP, and Jenny Radesky, MD, FAAP, co-Medical Directors of the SAMHSA-funded AAP Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, describe new resources for helping families talk about social media. Michelle Noelck, MD, FAAP, talks about a collection of quality improvement articles in the journal Pediatrics. And hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, use their Say Ah to celebrate the 200th episode of the...
Published 04/30/24
In this episode Christopher Bolling, MD, FAAP, explains the many ways pediatricians can help families with nutrition, physical activity, sleep, media use and emotional well-being. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Scott Hadland, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, about his new journal article, Anticipatory Guidance to Prevent Adolescent Overdoses. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 04/23/24
In this episode Arwa Nasir, MBBS, MS, MPH, FAAP, chair of the AAP Committee on Psychosocial Aspects of Child and Family Health (COPACFH), describes a recent clinical report on supporting the family after the death of a child. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kao-Ping Chua, MD, PhD, FAAP, about his research on the dispensing of antidepressants to adolescents and young adults. And Lindy McGee, MD, FAAP, contributes a “Giving Voice” segment about...
Published 04/16/24
In this episode Katharine Zuckerman, MD, MPH, FAAP, offers advice from a new tip sheet about diagnosing autism in the medical home. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Kathryn Leifheit, PhD, MSPH, about her research into how moving affects families’ access to social services. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 04/09/24
In this episode Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, deputy editor of the journal Pediatrics offers a bird’s-eye view of the April issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Samantha Ahdoot, MD, FAAP, about the effects of global climate change on children’s health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 04/02/24
In this episode Susan Wiley, MD, FAAP, explains the importance of Early Hearing Detection and Intervention when it comes to language acquisition. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Erich Batra, MD, FAAP about how Child Fatality Reviews identify causes of death and help lead to prevention. For resources and to see an ASL-interpreted video of the episode, go to AAP.org/podcast.
Published 03/12/24
In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for the journal Pediatrics, shares a research roundup from the March issue. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Felicitas Livaudais, MD, FAAP, and Cindy Calderon, MD, FAAP, about surviving disasters and learning how to prepare for the future. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 03/05/24
In this episode Jesse Hackell, MD, FAAP, offers strategies for improving vaccine uptake in hesitant families. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Pearl Chang, MD, about how newborn nurseries react to marijuana use and breastfeeding. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 02/27/24
In this episode Joel S. Brenner, MD, MPH, FAAP, and Drew Watson, MD, MS, FAAP, talk about how to prevent overtraining and burnout in young athletes. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Shilpa J. Patel, MD, FAAP, and Alisa Khan, MD, MPH, about using mentor trios to promote family-centered rounds. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 02/20/24
In this episode Michelle J. White MD, MPH, FAAP, explains the concept of a “built environment” and how the infrastructure where people live can affect their health. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Henry Lee, MD, FAAP, about new suggested changes to the Neonatal Resuscitation Program. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 02/13/24
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 February issue of the journal. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Steven A. Abrams, MD, FAAP, about a new clinical report on the potential dangers of artificial pesticides used on foods containing genetically modified organisms. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 02/06/24
In this episode Kevin Osterhoudt, MD, MS, FAAP, explains how heavy metals like lead get into foods and why it's important to screen. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Hilary Haftel, MD, MHPE, FAAP, Senior Vice President for Education at the AAP, about a recent survey of pediatric residents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 01/30/24
In this episode Barbara Howard, MD, FAAP, explains ways pediatricians can streamline the health-maintenance visit using technology. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Benjamin Masserano, MD, FAAP, about use of pharmacologic restraints for children hospitalized with mental health conditions. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 01/23/24
In this episode Maria Rahmandar, MD, FAAP, explains ways pediatricians can identify suicide risk in adolescents. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk with medical student Alexis Cacioppo about how food insecurity in caregivers can lead to discrimination. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Published 01/16/24