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![Reflections of 2023](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/174Website.png)
Reflections of 2023. Dr. Lia Gaggino will talk about a years worth of episodes as well as what the future…
![Neurodivergent Youth](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pm173WSimage.png)
Are you tired of sifting through endless articles for helpful tips on managing neurodivergent youth conditions like ADHD and autism?…
![Burnout Prevention](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/172WebsiteImage2.png)
From Pediatric Burnout to Wellness Warrior: Discover Ariel's Inspiring Transformation Story
![Pharmacogenetics: Guiding Psychotropic Medication Rx](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/171Website.png)
Explore the Power of Pharmacogenomics: A guide on Psychotropic Medication with Dr. Lisa Namerow
![170 Bioethics in Pediatrics: Finding Your Way Through the Grey Areas](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/170WEBSITE2.png)
Bioethical challenges, vaccine hesitancy in pediatrics! When it comes to consent, confidentiality, and parental conflict. Tune in to hear real…
![169 Parenting the Neurodivergent Child: What Pediatric Clinicians Need to Know](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/WB169image-1.png)
Hear the Incredible Story of Julius and his Autistic Twins, Asher and Galen, as They Navigate the Challenges of Diagnosis…
![168 Professional Transition and Reinvention: Taking the Leap](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/168WS-Image.png)
In this episode, you’ll hear about: Physician Burnout, Balancing personal & professional life & Mental health in Pediatric Care.
![167 Gender Affirming Care: A Mother’s Story](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/167Image.png)
This week host Dr. Lia Gaggino talked with a mother about her daughter's experience through the Gender Affirming world. This…
![166 Chronic Illness and Mental Health: The Roadmap Project](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/PM166AudioNEW-2.png)
Dr. Lia Gaggino is joined by The Women of the RoadMap Project; Carol Lannon, Lori Crosby, Robin Kinebrew, and Meg Didier…
![Pediatric Perspectives: Musings, Insights, and Encouragement](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Join host Dr. Lia Gaggino this week, as she features heartfelt conversations with renowned pediatricians, Dr. Bravo and Dr. George…
![164. Protecting Innocence: Talking to Children About War](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
The world weeps as innocence crumbles amidst the madness of war in Gaza and Israel. This is an impromptu episode…
![163. Period Poverty and the Tampon Tax: The Audacity of Advocacy](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, your host Dr. Lia Gaggino sits down with special guest Anusha Singh, a medical…
![162. Migraine Headaches: Assessment, Management and Relief](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Attention all parents, caregivers, and medical professionals! Are you ready to take control of pediatric migraine headaches? Then tune in…
![161. Menstrual Equity Changes Lives: The Power of Days](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, join host Dr. Lia Gaggino as she interviews Celest Mergen, a passionate advocate for…
![160. Youth Suicide Prevention: What About the Parents?](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Host Dr. Lia Gaggino teams up with guest Dr. Cynthia Ewell-Foster to tackle the pressing issue of youth suicide prevention…
![159. Youth Suicide Prevention: Safety Planning and Lethal Means Safety Counseling](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In today's episode, Dr. Gaggino and her guest, Dr. Alejandra Arango, explore the critical role of safety planning in youth…
![158. Preventing Youth Suicide: Risk Assessment and Management](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this thought-provoking episode about preventing youth suicide, Dr. Lia Gaggino invites Dr. Lisa Horowitz back to the mic to…
![157. Celebrating 3 Years: Reflecting on Pediatric Meltdown’s Journey](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this abbreviated episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia Gaggino celebrates 3 years of the Pediatric Meltdown podcast and opens…
![156. Trauma-Informed Primary Care: Changing Culture](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this thought-provoking episode of Pediatric Meltdown, host Dr. Gaggino welcomes special guest Dr. Polly Y. Gipson Allen as they…
![155. Surveying for ACES in Primary Care: A Pediatrician’s Experience](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Host Dr. Lia Gaggino sits down with Dr. Wendy Hunter, a remarkable pediatrician who has revolutionized the way pediatric care…
![154. The Joys and Challenges of Pediatrics: Gather Your Spoons!](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Today, host Lia Gaggino has the pleasure of introducing her guest, (and self-proclaimed “superfan” of Pediatric Meltdown), Dr. Alisa Minkin,…
![153. Caring for Children in Military Families: What Pediatricians Need to Know](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this week’s episode, host, Dr. Lia Gaggino welcomes Dr. Lee Beers and Dr. Binny Chokshi, where they discuss the…
![152. The Mysteries of Abdominal Pain: Disorders of the Gut-Brain Interactions](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Welcome to this week's Pediatric Meltdown Podcast, where host Dr. Lia Gaggino invites guests Dr. Bruno Chumpatazi and Dr. Amanda…
![151. American Indian/Alaskan Native Youth: Beyond Adversity](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
As the only pediatrician in her Native American community, Dr. Empey’s insights and first-hand experiences offer a valuable perspective on…
![150. Integrating Behavioral Health: PCP Transformation](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Today, host Dr. Lia Gaggino and guest speaker Dr. Marian Earls tackle the concepts of mental health competencies and integrated…
![149. Management of Youth Depression: Beyond Medications](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Youth mental health is a pressing issue that often goes untreated, but in this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia…
![148. Mental Health Leadership: AAP President Dr. Sandy Chung’s Journey](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Dr. Chung joins host Dr. Lia Gaggino to discuss the importance of investing in children's mental health. The AAP is…
![147. Racial Discrimination and Black Infant Morbidity and Mortality: Systemic Change Starts With You](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
Unless you’ve been a victim of Healthcare Disparity and systemic racism, you may not be aware that such a thing…
![146. Racism, Medicine, and Transformation: Eliminating Health Disparities and Systemic Inequalities](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this episode of the Pediatric Meltdown, host, Dr. Lia Gaggino, is joined by Dr. Joseph Wright, Chief Health Equity…
![145. Youth Opioid Disorder: What Primary Care Needs to Know](https://pediatricmeltdown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Pediatric-Meltdown-Logo.png)
In this episode of Pediatric Meltdown, Dr. Lia Gaggino and Dr. Deepa Camenga delve into the impact of the opioid…