Pediacast

Dr Parker Huston visits the studio as we consider the new school year’s impact on mental health. In a normal year, anxiety is common when classes resume. Add in a pandemic, and things are tougher still. We explore what students and parents can do to ease the transition.

Dr Drew Duerson and Shaun Coffman visit the studio as we consider golf medicine. The precise, repetitive, high-energy nature of the golf swing translates to a sport that is difficult and prone to injury. We explore golf medicine and its impact on game performance, injury prevention and rehabilitation. We hope you can join us!

Dr Ally Funk visits the studio as we consider summer poison. Washing the car, gardening, pool maintenance, backyard barbeques and a hike in the woods all pose danger for young kids. We explore the possibilities and share tips for keeping your family safe!

Dr Jonathan Napolitano and Ashley Davidson visit the studio as we consider the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo. We explore the impact of a pandemic on athlete training and performance… and examine the path that leads from student athlete to Olympian. We hope you can join us!

Dr Emily Decker and Dr Millie Dolce visit the studio as we consider food insecurity. Millions of Americans lack consistent access to healthy food. We explore why it happens, the impact on children and how your family can help. We hope you can join us!

Dr Leah Braswell visits the studio as we consider pediatric interventional radiology. Discover the ins and outs of this fascinating field where imaging, medicine and surgery collide. Also covered: prevention and treatment of mosquito bites. We hope you can join us!

Dr David Levine visits the PediaCast studio as we consider postpartum depression… in dads! Depression and anxiety are common among new fathers but these conditions are often overlooked, which can impact the entire family in negative ways. We explore symptoms, diagnosis and management. We hope you can join us!

Kristie Koehler Vuocolo visits the studio as we consider medical clowning and the impact of joy and laughter on childhood health and wellness. These aren’t your everyday clowns! Learn how improvisational theater… at the bedside, in waiting rooms and on Zoom… can make a difference in the lives of children and their families. We hope you can join us!

Meg Kane and Sarah Saxbe visit the studio as we consider AwkTalk: a school-based program focused on sex education and reproductive health. Learn why this program is important and how kids, teens and families across the country can benefit from their work. We hope you can join us!

Our Pediatrics in Plain Language Panel is back in the house as we explore your child’s breathing. We cover many terms and topics, including periodic breathing, respiratory distress, coughing, wheezing, stridor, asthma and croup… and we do it with words you can understand!

Dr Lindsey Vater and Dr Alex Rospert visit the studio as we explore chronic pain. Nearly one-third of children and teenagers experience pain that lasts more than three months. Discover why it happens and what you can do about it. We hope you can join us!

Renee Clouser visits the studio as we explore family finances. Money management touches all aspects of life, including physical and mental health. Learn strategies for creating a budget, establishing an emergency fund, paying off debt and saving for vacation and college. We hope you can join us!

Jennifer Koma and Travis Gulling visit the studio as we explore A Kid Again. This national organization strives to “give illness a time out” by helping families who have a child with a life-threatening condition… helping them create positive experiences and memories at an otherwise difficult time. We hope you can join us!

Dr Parker Huston visits the studio as we tackle boredom. A parent’s instinct may be to step in and solve their child’s boredom, but this may do more harm than good. Boredom provides a blank canvas for discovering the creativity that lies within. We share tips for nurturing creativity so children can solve boredom on their own!

Dr David Stukus visits the studio as we explore COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the various types, including how each one works and expected side effects. We discuss the clinical trials and FDA approval process... and we highlight the overall benefits and risks of vaccination. Also considered: vaccine hesitancy among healthcare workers and the general public. We hope you can join us!

Our Plain Language Panel returns to the studio as Dr Mary Ann Abrams and Dr Alex Rakowsky explore common conditions affecting the mouth and throat. We cover choking, swallowed objects, teething, sore throat and thrush. We hope you can join us!

Dr Thomas Glenn and Tawanna Nishibayashi visit the studio as we consider congenital heart disease and its impact on children and families. You’ll hear two difficult (and inspiring) journeys through hypoplastic left heart syndrome and its many challenges. We hope you can join us!

Dr Christopher Iobst visits the studio as we consider limb lengthening and reconstruction. This amazing subspecialty of pediatric orthopedic surgery works hard to improve the lives of children and their families every day. Join us to learn more!

Dr Steve Hodges visits the studio as we explore potty training, bedwetting and other pee & poop problems. Learn the central role constipation plays and discover practical tips for helping kids. We hope you can join us!

Drs Oliver Adunka, Krista Winner and Erin Stefancin visit this week as we consider the cause and impact of hearing loss. We explore services provided by audiology and speech-language pathology and uncover the fascinating facts of cochlear implants. We hope you can join us!