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Join Dr. Lia Gaggino as she explores the power of advocacy for children's health amid Medicaid challenges and the fight…

Discover how group coaching offers solutions to medical burnout and moral injury, featuring insights from research-backed methods shared by experts…

Discover how Ria Babaria's advocacy work with the Youth Power Project is transforming mental health access for youth and creating…

Managing Chronic Pain: Creative Healing for Youth in Pain Have you ever wondered what to do when traditional treatments for…

Join Dr. Lia Gaggino and guest Dr. Lonnie Zeltzer as they discuss the complexities of chronic pain in children, exploring…

Discover how Dr. Britney Tayler’s advocacy journey began with a phone call and then blossomed into changing outcomes for children…

Dr Lia reveals the hidden struggles pediatricians face with corporate healthcare. Discover why these brave doctors stay dedicated to children…

Explore conscious parenting and the vital role of safe, stable relationships. Dr. Robert Saul offers insights from his journey and…

Explore the landscape of child healthcare coverage, focusing on Medicaid and CHIP, and discuss payer challenges for pediatricians with Dr.…

Explore how brain development impacts behavior, using emotional assessment tools to guide conversations about mental health, and supporting children with…

Join Dr. Lia as she gets up close and personal with some insights about self-care

Facing trauma head-on: Dr. Lia Gaggino shares resilience strategies and personal challenges. Discover how to find hope and joy in…

Struggling with mood changes after a concussion? Tune in to Pediatric Meltdown for expert insights on personalized assessment and effective…

Adult ADHD: Diagnosis and Treatment Ever wondered how to smoothly transition pediatric patients with complex conditions like ADHD into adult…

Explore the necessity of personalized strategies for neurodivergent children. The Doctors talk about ADHD, anxiety, and embracing a child's unique…

Tackle "negativity bias" with Kathy Stepien as she shares insights on self-compassion, systemic changes in medicine, and the benefits of…

Claudia Aristry shares her immigrant experience and emphasizes literacy's role in family well-being. Dr. Gaggino discusses the benefits of storytelling…

Dr. Jeanette Scheid discusses the prolactin-raising effects of risperidone and the sedation and other side effects tied to antipsychotics in…

This episode explores child bipolar disorder and trauma, focusing on accurate diagnosis and primary care's role in early assessment and…


Explore how toddlers excel at teamwork and why adopting their play habits can enhance adult well-being. Dr. Hasan Murali shares…

Learn about the crucial role of safety in nurturing curiosity, leading to better academic success. Explore ways to promote curiosity…

Discover why creating networks in the medical field is vital for childcare, especially in rural areas, and how AAP resources…

Explore how autistic traits impact abuse risk and the essential role of early sexual education. Join Dr. Lia Gaggino and…

Covid -19 and the evolving science is this week's topic with Host Dr. Lia Gaggino and her guest, Robert Frenck.…

Explore school attendance's vital role in child health, pandemic challenges, and public health advocacy with Dr. Heidi Schumacher on this…

Dr. Nitin Ron discusses the power of pranayama breathing techniques, blending ancient wisdom with modern medicine for pediatric care.

Join Dr. Nancy Rappaport and Dr. Lia as they talk about the complexities of family therapy childhood trauma due to…

Celebrate the 4th anniversary of Pediatric Meltdown with Dr. Lia, discussing the joy of pediatrics, and how to make time…

Listen to Lia in this short yet impactful Pediatric Meltdown episode, as she emphasizes the need for physicians to have…