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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February 10 · 27 min
Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Peter Asante
In this episode of the special series, "Pathways to Pediatrics," hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, interview Peter Asante, MD, FAAP. Dr. Asante talks about his experience growing up in Rhode Island and Ghana, how music has shaped his life and his commitment to advocacy and adolescent health.
February 3 · 34 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Providing Medical Care for Parents During the Pediatric Visit – Ep. 279
In this episode, Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of blogs for Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the February issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Steven Bondi, MD, JD, FAAP, about providing medical care for parents during the pediatric visit. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
January 27 · 19 min
Understanding the AAP Vaccine Recommendations – Ep. 278
In this bonus episode, Pia Pannaraj, MD, MPH, FAAP, breaks down the CDC's new vaccine recommendations. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, ask about how the changes differ from the AAP's recommendations and what the possible ramifications are for public health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
January 27 · 29 min
Digital Ecosystems for Children and Adolescents, Literacy and Developmental Screening of Preschool-Aged Children During Primary Care – Ep. 277
In this episode, Tiffany Munzer, MD, FAAP, discusses the impact of digital ecosystems on children and adolescents. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Sara Bode, MD, FAAP, about the comparison of literacy and developmental screening of preschool-aged children during primary care. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
January 20 · 44 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Promoting Human Milk and Breastfeeding for the Very Low Birth Weight Infant – Ep. 276
In this episode, Andrea Cruz, MD, MPH, FAAP, deputy editor for Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the January issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Meg Parker, MD, MPH, FAAP, about promoting human milk and breastfeeding for the very low birth weight infant. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
January 13 · 21 min
Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Andrew Racine – Ep. 275
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 Andrew Racine, MD, PhD, FAAP. Dr. Racine talks about his experience living in Tanzania, practicing medicine in the Bronx and his vision for the AAP in 2026. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Dec 23, 2025 · 26 min
Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Cora Breuner – Ep. 274
In this episode of the special series, "Pathways to Pediatrics," hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, interview Cora Breuner, MD, MPH, FAAP. Dr. Breuner talks about how her time in the Navy inspired her to pursue a career as a pediatrician. She discusses her passions for Zumba, art and music, and how personal loss and a health crisis shaped her approach to care. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Dec 16, 2025 · 34 min
Financing of Home Health Care, Partnering With Caregivers in Bereavement Research – Ep. 273
In this episode, Carolyn Foster, MD, FAAP, discusses the financing of pediatric home health care. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Emily Johnston, MD, and Sarah McCarthy, PhD, about partnering with caregivers in bereavement research. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Dec 9, 2025 · 34 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Strategies for Vaccine Communication – Ep. 272
In this episode, Alex Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, editor-in-chief of the journal Pediatrics, offers a sampling from the December issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Sean O'Leary, MD, MPH, FAAP, about effective strategies for communicating with families about vaccines. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Nov 25, 2025 · 30 min
Updated Recommendations for COVID-19 Vaccines, The Use of Buprenorphine for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder in Young People – Ep. 271
In this episode, James Campbell, MD, MS, FAAP, discusses the AAP's updated recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines in infants, children and adolescents. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Scott Hadland, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, about the use of buprenorphine for the treatment of opioid use disorder in young people. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Nov 18, 2025 · 31 min
Interim Guidance on Leucovorin, 25th Anniversary of PediaLink® – Ep. 270
In this episode Alice Kuo, MD, PhD, MBA, FAAP, discusses the AAP's new interim guidance on Leucovorin. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Scott Carney, MD, FAAP, about the 25th anniversary of PediaLink®. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Nov 11, 2025 · 26 min
Toolkit to Support School Health Information Sharing, Discrepancies Between Parent and Child Reports of Social Media Use – Ep. 269
In this episode Heidi Schumacher, MD, FAAP, discusses a new toolkit that simplifies the process of school health information sharing. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Shuan Chen, MD, FAAP, about discrepancies between parent and child reports of social media use among 8- to 12-year-olds. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Nov 4, 2025 · 26 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, The Role of Pediatric Psychiatric Units – Ep. 268
In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of blogs for Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the November issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Andrea Hadley, MD, FAAP, about the role of medical psychiatric units in supporting pediatric mental health. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Oct 28, 2025 · 40 min
Management of Food Allergies in Schools, Neonatal Resuscitation Program – Ep. 267
In this episode, Scott Sicherer, MD, FAAP, discusses the management of food allergies in schools. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Gary Weiner, MD, FAAP, about the ninth edition of the neonatal resuscitation program. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Oct 21, 2025 · 29 min
Home Health Care of Children, Adolescents and Young Adults With Complex Medical Needs, Medical Interpreters in Hospital Pediatrics – Ep. 266
In this episode, Elaine Lin, MD, FAAP, discusses the home health care of children, adolescents and young adults with complex medical needs. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Patricia Buzelli, MSN, AGNP-C, and Monica Vinasco-Sandford, CHI, about the role of medical interpreters in hospital pediatrics. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Oct 14, 2025 · 20 min
2025 National Conference and Exhibition Recap – Ep. 265
In this episode hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, provide an overview of the 2025 National Conference and Exhibition in Denver. They share highlights from their favorite plenaries and sessions on topics ranging from social media, the power of the arts in patient care, skincare trends, practice management and more. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Oct 7, 2025 · 52 min
'Unedited' Podcast from the National Conference and Exhibition – Ep. 264
In this episode the editors of the journal Pediatrics come together for an extensive research roundup. Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, and Andrea Cruz, MD, MPH, FAAP, join hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, for a live recording in front of a studio audience at the National Conference and Exhibition in Denver, CO. They address the most pressing issues facing pediatricians during a turbulent time in public health.
Sep 23, 2025 · 31 min
Screening for Mental Health, Emotional, and Behavioral Problems, Emergency Services Responses to School-Based Medical Emergencies – Ep. 263
In this episode, Carol Weitzman, MD, FAAP, discusses screening for mental health, emotional and behavioral problems. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Michael Harries, MD, MAT, MA, FAAP, about emergency services responses to school-based medical emergencies. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Sep 16, 2025 · 15 min
Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Greg Gulbransen – Ep. 262
In this episode of the special series, "Pathways to Pediatrics," hosts David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, interview Greg Gulbransen, DO, FAAP, about how he turned personal tragedy into life-saving advocacy. They discuss Dr. Gulbransen's photography, how he helps families deal with grief in his practice, and what he loves about being a pediatrician. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Sep 9, 2025 · 31 min
Evolving Dimensions in the Pediatrician-Family-Patient Relationship, New Anaphylaxis Definition – Ep. 261
In this episode, Douglas Diekema, MD, MPH, FAAP, and Douglas Opel, MD, MPH, discuss the new and evolving dimensions in the pediatrician-family-patient relationship. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Julie Wang, MD, FAAP, about the new anaphylaxis definition and clinical support tool. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.

Pediatrics On Call

Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Peter Asante

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Providing Medical Care for Parents During the Pediatric Visit – Ep. 279

Understanding the AAP Vaccine Recommendations – Ep. 278

Digital Ecosystems for Children and Adolescents, Literacy and Developmental Screening of Preschool-Aged Children During Primary Care – Ep. 277

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Promoting Human Milk and Breastfeeding for the Very Low Birth Weight Infant – Ep. 276

Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Andrew Racine – Ep. 275

Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Cora Breuner – Ep. 274

Financing of Home Health Care, Partnering With Caregivers in Bereavement Research – Ep. 273

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Strategies for Vaccine Communication – Ep. 272

Updated Recommendations for COVID-19 Vaccines, The Use of Buprenorphine for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder in Young People – Ep. 271

Interim Guidance on Leucovorin, 25th Anniversary of PediaLink® – Ep. 270

Toolkit to Support School Health Information Sharing, Discrepancies Between Parent and Child Reports of Social Media Use – Ep. 269

Pediatrics Research Roundup, The Role of Pediatric Psychiatric Units – Ep. 268

Management of Food Allergies in Schools, Neonatal Resuscitation Program – Ep. 267

Home Health Care of Children, Adolescents and Young Adults With Complex Medical Needs, Medical Interpreters in Hospital Pediatrics – Ep. 266

2025 National Conference and Exhibition Recap – Ep. 265

'Unedited' Podcast from the National Conference and Exhibition – Ep. 264

Screening for Mental Health, Emotional, and Behavioral Problems, Emergency Services Responses to School-Based Medical Emergencies – Ep. 263

Pathways to Pediatrics with Dr. Greg Gulbransen – Ep. 262

Evolving Dimensions in the Pediatrician-Family-Patient Relationship, New Anaphylaxis Definition – Ep. 261