Talking Pediatrics

In Minnesota, we are currently grappling with yet another measles outbreak, a danger that is entirely avoidable with adequate vaccination rates. This is the reality of a post-COVID era defined by politicized basic healthcare and well-funded anti-vaccination groups striking fear in well intentioned parents. Indeed, conversations with vaccine hesitant parents can be some of the most challenging in our work as pediatricians, taking not only time in tight schedules but also extreme patience and resolve. This episode's cases will explore evidence-based communication strategies to address vaccine hesitancy released by the AAP earlier this year. With the help of vaccine expert Patsy Stinchfield MS, CPNP-PC, we'll also delve into public health interventions to consider for our current outbreak.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-crack-the-case-strategies-to-promote-vaccine-confidence-10-4-24/

Elections affect all families and their children and pediatric clinicians sit at an important interface between voters and public policy as trusted community members. In this conversation with Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, we discuss what families need to know about how to vote, how elections work and how to learn more about issues affecting kids. We also learn how to support our patients who are new to the polls and how to navigate tricky election issues and politics with younger kids.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-pediatrics-at-the-polls-9-20-24/

LGBTQ youth are often trying to navigate social and family relationships, which can include struggling with their sprituality. This struggle can itself lead to trauma. We talk with an expert on LGBTQ spirituality and trauma to learn some ways to support youth in these space.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-question-ethics-lens-narrative-ethics-9-6-24/

Year after year, tens of thousands of lives in the United States are lost to homicide due to a gun and, according to the CDC, in 2020 guns became the leading cause of death for children and teenagers. Dr. Marc Gorelick, CEO of Children’s Minnesota, has been a consistent and fierce advocate for gun violence prevention and lends his expertise about this ongoing epidemic and how we can start to address this public health crisis.

Go to savingourkidsbook.com to learn more about Dr. Gorelick's book, "Saving Our Kids: An ER Doc's Common-Sense Solution to the Gun Crisis."

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Meet the new equity doctors at Children’s Minnesota.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-equity-actions-suite-empowering-providers-make-equity-part-patient-centered-care-8-9-24/

In this episode of Specialty Spotlight with Siva, Siva welcomes Pediatric Oncologist, Dr. Lane Miller. Listen back as Dr. Miller discusses the comprehensive work-up of children with newly discovered masses, providing a detailed overview of the diagnostic steps, key considerations, and best practices designed to equip primary care providers with the tools to manage these challenging cases effectively. 
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-specialty-spotlight-siva-little-lumps-big-questions-7-26-24/

A conversation among three pediatricians on navigating mid-career changes.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-outside-hospitalist-inside-7-12-24/

On this debut episode of Evidence Based Charm: Guidelines with Courtney, we will journey through the pivotal decision points using the storyboard framework who, what, when, where, why, and how regarding periorbital infections. Periorbital infections are predominantly pediatric-centric disease. This collection of diseases has a myriad of etiological considerations that will begin the patient's story towards investigation and ultimately treatment. Intrigues and hidden antagonists will lurk so keen clinical senses will serve us best. Our expert guest, Dr. Nadia Maccabee-Ryaboy, will narrate and guide our journey to knowledge around periorbital infections. 
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-eye-see-problem-6-28-24/

On this episode of Talking Pediatrics, we are focusing on the “I” of LGBTQIA, which is the intersex community. It is estimated that about 2% of people worldwide have intersex traits and that there are around 40 different ways that people can express intersex traits or come to identify as intersex. Our guest Ly Baumgardt (it/he/they) is the intersex coordinator at TIGERRS and shares their expertise on how health care teams can best care for intersex patients.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-understanding-intersex-identities-6-14-24/

For many families, the idea of their child going under general anesthetic can be frightening and a time of deep uncertainty.  During these times, family often turn to their trusted Primary care providers for advice and counselling.In first installment of “Specialty Spotlight with Siva,” we welcome Dr. Megan Clinton.  Dr. Clinton, is a renowned pediatric anesthesiologist, who will help us break down the complexities of pediatric anesthesia, addressing common concerns, best practices, and the latest advancements in the field. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding or seeking practical tips for your practice, this episode promises to provide valuable insights and clarity. Tune in and let's demystify pediatric anesthesia together.
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https://www.childrensmn.org/for-health-professionals/talking-pediatrics-podcast/talking-pediatrics-specialty-spotlight-siva-demystifying-pediatric-anesthesia-5-31-23/