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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Sep 2, 2025 · 33 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Evaluating Children with an Intellectual Disability or Global Developmental Delay – Ep. 260
In this episode the new deputy editor of Pediatrics joins the team.Andrea Cruz, MD, MPH, FAAP, offers a rundown of the September issue of the journal. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Tim Geleske, MD, FAAP, about genetic evaluation of children with intellectual disabilities or global developmental delays. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Aug 26, 2025 · 24 min
How Medical Satire Leads to Advocacy: Exclusive Interview with Dr. Glaucomflecken – Ep. 259
In this episode, comedian, podcaster and ophthalmologist Will Flanary, MD, (better known as "Dr. Glaucomflecken") discusses his role as the keynote speaker at the 2025 AAP National Conference and Exhibition. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, ask about his life as a medical influencer and what he really thinks of pediatricians. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.)
Aug 19, 2025 · 16 min
Meet the AAP President-Elect Candidates – Ep. 258
In this episode, Terri McFadden, MD, MPH, FAAP, and Marsha Spitzer, MD, FAAP, discuss why they're running for AAP President-elect. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, ask the candidates about the pressing challenges facing pediatricians today and their vision for the future of the AAP. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Aug 12, 2025 · 47 min
Prescribing Assistive Technology, Thinking Developmentally – Ep. 257
In this episode, Amy Houtrow, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAP, discusses how assistive technology can help children with complex communication needs. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Andrew Garner, MD, PhD, FAAP, and Robert Saul, MD, FAAP, about the different environmental and biological factors that impact development. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Aug 5, 2025 · 30 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Immunization Exemptions for Child Care and School Attendance – Ep. 256
In this episode, Alex Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP, editor of the journal Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the August issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Jesse Hackell, MD, FAAP, about medical versus non-medical immunization exemptions for child care and school attendance. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Jul 29, 2025 · 31 min
Counseling Teens on Contraception, Shifts in Obesity Treatment – Ep. 255
In this episode, Mary Ott, MD, MA, FAAP, talks about counseling teens on contraception and how pediatricians can better support their patients with their reproductive health. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Davene Wright, PhD, about shifts in obesity treatment for children and adolescents in the United States. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Jul 22, 2025 · 37 min
What the ACIP Upheaval Means for Pediatricians, Adolescents' Use of Nicotine Analogues – Ep. 254
In this episode Shelley Fiscus, MD, FAAP, unpacks the recent upheaval at the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and what it means for pediatricians and the vaccine delivery system. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Louisiana Sanchez, PhD, MScIH, about how adolescents are using nicotine analogues. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Jul 1, 2025 · 33 min
Pediatrics Research Roundup, Human Trafficking and Exploitation of Children and Adolescents – Ep. 253
In this episode Rachel Moon, MD, FAAP, associate editor of digital media for Pediatrics, offers a rundown of the July issue. David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, also speak with Dana Kaplan, MD, FAAP, about human trafficking and exploitation of children and adolescents. For resources go to aap.org/podcast.
Jun 24, 2025 · 31 min
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 17, 2025 · 28 min
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 10, 2025 · 33 min
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 3, 2025 · 35 min
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.
May 27, 2025 · 35 min
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 20, 2025 · 44 min
The Pitt and Medical Portrayals in TV and Film, Standardizing the Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy – Ep. 247
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.
May 13, 2025 · 30 min
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 6, 2025 · 35 min
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.
Apr 29, 2025 · 37 min
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 22, 2025 · 35 min
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 15, 2025 · 31 min
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.
Mar 25, 2025 · 29 min
Environmental Issues in Global Pediatric Health, Work Readiness of Pediatric Subspeciality Fellows – Ep. 241
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.

Pediatrics On Call

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Evaluating Children with an Intellectual Disability or Global Developmental Delay – Ep. 260

How Medical Satire Leads to Advocacy: Exclusive Interview with Dr. Glaucomflecken – Ep. 259

Meet the AAP President-Elect Candidates – Ep. 258

Prescribing Assistive Technology, Thinking Developmentally – Ep. 257

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Immunization Exemptions for Child Care and School Attendance – Ep. 256

Counseling Teens on Contraception, Shifts in Obesity Treatment – Ep. 255

What the ACIP Upheaval Means for Pediatricians, Adolescents' Use of Nicotine Analogues – Ep. 254

Pediatrics Research Roundup, Human Trafficking and Exploitation of Children and Adolescents – Ep. 253

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

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

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

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

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

The Pitt and Medical Portrayals in TV and Film, Standardizing the Diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy – Ep. 247

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

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

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

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

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

Environmental Issues in Global Pediatric Health, Work Readiness of Pediatric Subspeciality Fellows – Ep. 241