Pediatrics On Call
Health & Wellness Podcasts
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.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Health & Wellness Podcasts
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@PedsOnCall
Language:
English
Website:
https://aap.org/podcast
Email:
ajohnsos@aap.org
Episodes
Atopic Dermatitis, Large Language Model Accuracy in Pediatric and Adult Medicine – Ep. 251
6/17/2025
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.
Duration:00:28:06
Use of Chaperones for Pediatric and Adolescent Encounters, Advocacy Curriculum for Pediatric Emergency Medicine Fellows – Ep. 250
6/10/2025
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.
Duration:00:33:18
Pediatrics Research Roundup and a Last “First Up”– Ep. 249
6/3/2025
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.
Duration:00:35:19
Federal Cuts to Children’s Health Care, Changes in Chronic Medication Dispensing During Medicaid Unwinding – Ep. 248
5/27/2025
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.
Duration:00:35:26
The Pitt and Medical Portrayals in TV and Film, Standardizing the Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy – Ep. 247
5/20/2025
In this episode Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, FAAP, discusses her experience as a medical consultant on the hit television series The Pitt. Hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also talk to Bhooma Aravamuthan, MD, DPhil, about standardizing the diagnosis of cerebral palsy. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Duration:00:44:16
Coaching Families for Resilience, How Eviction Moratoria During the Covid Pandemic Affected Child Maltreatment – Ep. 246
5/13/2025
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.
Duration:00:30:07
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Updates to the Yellow Book – Ep. 245
5/6/2025
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.
Duration:00:35:27
Relational Health and Trauma-informed Care, Teens’ Understanding of Medical Jargon – Ep. 244
4/29/2025
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.
Duration:00:37:29
Disclosure of Adverse Events, Trends in Adolescent Risky Behavior – Ep. 243
4/22/2025
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.
Duration:00:35:28
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Difficult Conversations and Congenital Syphilis – Ep. 242
4/15/2025
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.
Duration:00:31:30
Environmental Issues in Global Pediatric Health, Work Readiness of Pediatric Subspeciality Fellows – Ep. 241
3/25/2025
In this episode Philip Landrigan, MD, MSc, FAAP, talks about environmental issues in global pediatric health. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Sarah Pitts, MD, FAAP, about whether pediatric subspeciality fellows are ready for unsupervised work after two years of training. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Duration:00:29:11
Diagnosing Biliary Atresia, Discrepancies in Pediatric Work Hours – Ep. 240
3/18/2025
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.
Duration:00:31:51
Abusive Head Trauma in Infants and Children, Adnexal Torsion – Ep. 239
3/11/2025
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.
Duration:00:30:42
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Measles and the Recommended Immunization Schedule – Ep. 238
3/4/2025
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.
Duration:00:43:15
Children’s Healthy Beverages, Prescription Stimulant Dispensing – Ep. 237
2/25/2025
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
Duration:00:27:57
Fractures in Child Abuse, Invalid Vaccine Doses – Ep. 236
2/18/2025
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.)
Duration:00:32:04
Critical Congenital Heart Disease Screening, Having ‘The Talk’ About Police Interactions – Ep. 235
2/11/2025
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.
Duration:00:36:49
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome or PANS – Ep. 234
2/4/2025
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.
Duration:00:39:51
Misuse of Prescription Medications, Avoiding Medical Jargon – Ep. 233
1/28/2025
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.
Duration:00:31:16
Resuscitation After Drowning, Black Families’ Experiences in the NICU – Ep. 232
1/21/2025
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.
Duration:00:35:18