The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success

The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success

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  • 233 The Brand Is Your Doctor Now

    The Brand Is Your Doctor Now: Provider-Agnostic Care and the Risk to Relationship-Based Pediatrics

    On The Pediatric Lounge, hosts discuss “provider-agnostic” or “physician-agnostic” care with pediatrician Dr. James Reilly, arguing corporate and private-equity models use protocols, EHR-driven algorithms, and lower-cost staffing to make clinicians interchangeable and reduce patient loyalty to individual physicians. They contrast efficient team-based support that preserves continuity with cost-cutting that sacrifices time, empathy, and physician satisfaction, and warn that “top-of-license” restructuring in psychiatry led to underfunding and a lasting mental health crisis. The conversation links critical pathways and Epic-style cognitive offloading to diminished clinical judgment, citing examples of inappropriate protocol orders, urgent-care misses, and MinuteClinic prescribing. They emphasize that longitudinal “thinking sciences” benefit from trust and wisdom that computers can’t replace, and predict worse outcomes, burnout, and access problems if relationships are replaced by brand-driven, algorithmic care.

    00:00 Welcome to Pediatric Lounge
    00:45 Meet Dr. James Reilly
    01:53 Why Relationships Matter
    03:12 What Is Provider Agnostic Care
    04:40 Efficiency vs Assembly Line Care
    07:28 Private Equity and Interchangeability
    10:35 Top of License Mental Health Lesson
    14:58 How Protocols and EHRs Started It
    20:33 Algorithms vs Human Wisdom
    26:38 Pediatrics Funding and Algorithm Upsides
    31:00 Pediatrics Value Gap
    31:36 Telemedicine Eye Miss
    32:53 MinuteClinic Strep Mixup
    35:27 Brand Versus Doctor
    37:07 Thinking Sciences Model
    43:09 Continuity Catches Problems
    44:24 Lipoprotein A Wisdom
    48:50 Medicine Art And Science
    50:27 Interchangeable Doctors Burnout
    53:46 Humans Not Algorithms
    55:08 Wrap Up And Credits

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    57 min
  • 232 “The Five-Day Weekend: What a Doctor Needs to Know About Retirement” Neil Bellovin M.D.

    The Five-Day Weekend: Retirement Planning and Practice Legacy for Pediatricians

    In this Pediatric Lounge episode, hosts discuss Nicholas Children’s upcoming postgraduate pediatrics CME conference and then interview repeat guest Dr. Neil Bevin of RBK Pediatrics about physician retirement. Bevin describes planning a year ahead to transition administrative responsibilities, defining financial independence based on cost of living, and how taxes affect retirement withdrawals. He highlights common mistakes such as underfunding retirement in peak earning years, failing to adapt practice models as pediatrics shifts toward chronic disease management, and retaining control too long, which can damage practice value and legacy. He explains RBK’s move from a defined benefit plan to a 401(k) and Roth options, notes limited retirement participation among younger employees, and discusses private equity’s impact on job security and pensions. Bevin shares his semi-retired “five-day weekend” schedule, stresses planning hobbies and purpose, recommends saving early (including 529 plans), and emphasizes leaving unhealthy practices, avoiding divorce, and using keyman insurance in small practices.

    00:00 Podcast Intro and CME Plug
    00:50 Snowy Weekend Banter
    01:27 Meet Dr Neil Bevin
    02:07 Planning the Exit
    04:42 Financial Independence Basics
    06:17 How Much Is Enough
    07:17 Common Retirement Mistakes
    10:42 Practice Legacy and Adaptation
    16:33 Giving Up Control
    18:46 Retirement Mindset and Hobbies
    21:42 401k and Roth Basics
    23:30 Pensions and Private Equity Risks
    26:29 The Five Day Weekend
    27:36 Fair Scheduling Mindset
    28:11 Flexibility Beats Absolutes
    28:20 529 Plans For Kids
    30:21 Inflation Crushing Doctors
    32:36 Law Pay Versus Pediatrics
    35:07 Private Equity Job Risk
    38:26 Starting A Practice Today
    39:30 Mortgage And Refi Strategy
    42:42 Retirement Advice By Age
    45:11 Keyman Insurance Matters
    46:43 Practice Culture Horror Story
    49:11 Wrap Up And Credits

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    51 min
  • 231 Payor Advocacy and Payment Systems

    Expanding Bluebird Kids Health: Access, Value-Based Pediatrics, and Payment Advocacy

    Host Dr. Her Bravo welcomes Dr. Shannon Fox Levine and talk about her move into Bluebird Kids Health, which is expanding Palm Beach Pediatrics’ value-based, technology-forward model to new de novo sites in Florida to address pediatric care deserts for Medicaid populations, including new offices in Jacksonville and Broward County, and the use of a partnered mobile clinic. They discuss keeping Athena Health, hiring and training new clinicians, and interest in ambient AI to reduce documentation burden and improve patient relationships. Levine outlines Florida AAP concerns, including school vaccine mandate changes, Medicaid payment advocacy (including Medicare parity via incentives), and a pilot workflow to diagnose autism in primary care using tools like RITA-T and CARS-2 with appropriate reimbursement. She also describes her national AAP payer advocacy role, addressing issues like downcoding, EOB monitoring, and use of a price transparency tool, emphasizing sustainable payment to reduce burnout and maintain access.

    00:00 Podcast Intro and CME
    00:55 Meet Shannon Levine
    01:46 Bluebird Kids Expansion
    03:35 Tech and Mobile Clinics
    06:55 Ambient AI for Notes
    11:27 Training New Clinicians
    14:13 Florida Advocacy Updates
    16:37 Autism Diagnosis Pilot
    20:11 Medicaid Contracts and Pay
    22:31 Value Based Care Future
    23:14 Florida MPIP Basics
    24:08 Incentives Versus Quality
    25:39 Risk Models And Proformas
    28:11 Care Coordinators In Action
    31:10 Stop Loss And Carve Outs
    32:54 Metrics And Vaccine Denominators
    35:35 AAP Payer Advocacy Workflow
    40:11 Price Transparency Tool
    42:26 Negotiating With Payers
    45:11 Burnout And Closing Thoughts

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    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    47 min
  • 230 AI in Medical Education

    Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: Opportunities, Risks, and Guardrails

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts welcome back Dr. Rani Gareige, director of medical education and designated institutional official at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and a clinical professor at Florida International University, to discuss artificial intelligence in medical education now and in the future. They preview Nicklaus Children’s Hospital’s 61st annual postgraduate pediatrics CME conference in Fort Lauderdale (Hilton Marina Resort, March 20–22), highlighting sessions on IBD, short stature, dermatology, psychological screening, AI in practice management, social media communication, genetic testing/personalized medicine, and Florida’s new requirement for EKG screening to clear athletes starting ninth grade. 

    The conversation covers common AI tools learners use (ChatGPT, Claude, OpenEvidence) and institutional concerns about HIPAA/PHI, including blocking public tools and using a secure in-house system (“Ask Nick”) and closed or constrained approaches (e.g., tools that search only approved sources or documents provided, such as Google Notebook). 

    They explore concerns about de-skilling and when to introduce AI in training, faculty development needs, and a precepting framework (DEFT-AI: Diagnosis, Evidence, Feedback, Teaching, and Recommendations for AI use) to assess clinical reasoning. The episode also discusses AI for simulated patient interactions (bad news delivery, motivational interviewing), ambient AI scribing pilots, clinician responsibility to review notes, and AI-driven coding that may reduce undercoding and administrative burden. The discussion concludes that AI will not replace physicians, but clinicians who use AI wisely may replace those who do not, stressing the importance of policies, ethics, transparency, and maintaining empathy and the art of medicine.

    00:00 Podcast Intro and Guest
    02:25 CME Conference Details
    03:13 Hot Topics and New Laws
    04:44 EKG Screening Program
    07:42 AI Tools in Training
    11:42 IRB and Data Privacy
    14:39 Meeting Minutes Automation
    16:48 Closed Models for Clinicians
    19:13 AI Hallucinations and References
    24:16 Deskilling and Timing AI
    30:11 Teaching Frameworks for AI
    32:46 Back to Evidence Basics
    33:40 Questioning the Evidence
    34:48 AI and Human Empathy
    37:45 AI as Clinical Assistant
    41:01 Recertification in the AI Era
    46:32 Ethics and Prompting
    50:40 AI Scribing and Guardrails
    54:35 Coding and Care Gaps
    57:15 Future of Medical Education
    01:01:13 Virtual Trials and Wrap-Up
    01:02:19 Closing Credits

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    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    1 hr 4 min
  • 229 The Real Economics of Pediatric Vaccination with Gail Schonfeld MD

    The Misery of the Vaccine Business: The Real Economics of Pediatric Vaccination

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts reflect on the PMI conference in New Orleans and discuss how U.S. pediatricians are portrayed as “bad guys” because of vaccines, leading into a conversation with Dr. Gail Schoenfeld about the “misery of the vaccine business.” Schoenfeld describes her participation in a white paper on the real economics of pediatric vaccination, motivated in part by feeling insulted by claims that pediatricians profit from vaccines, and explains she tried to educate the authors on vaccine financing and delivery costs. The discussion details the extensive, time-intensive workflow and infrastructure required to store, track, administer, and document vaccines, including staffing time, inventory reconciliation between VFC and commercial stock, compliance tasks, refrigeration and monitoring systems, generators, maintenance, insurance, space costs, and after-hours emergencies. They address vaccine “wastage” such as broken vials, patient refusal after preparation, expiration, documentation errors that prevent billing, and demand shifts (including Schoenfeld’s experience wasting 70 Moderna COVID doses at $133 each). The group argues that fixed reimbursement set by insurers and Medicaid often fails to cover true costs, making vaccination a money-losing service for pediatric practices; they cite examples including Medicare valuing vaccine administration code 90460 at $24 and Virginia’s Medicaid not paying 90460 and restricting VFC reimbursement to a limited admin fee, resulting in losses per vaccine, with a Mississippi example of $11 payment. They discuss why adult practices often refer vaccination to pharmacies and note pediatricians cannot easily do so. The conversation expands to broader issues with Medicaid underfunding, VFC compliance burdens and liability, quality incentive programs (HEDIS/NCQA) and how incentives can be perceived as conflicts of interest despite being framed as deferred or conditional payment, and how vaccine mandates and distrust after COVID have reduced routine vaccination uptake. Schoenfeld shares past work running community COVID vaccine clinics and contrasts inefficiencies seen elsewhere. The episode ends with reflections on pediatricians being underpaid despite providing essential preventive care, Schoenfeld’s commitment to serving a largely Medicaid population in the Hamptons, and her upcoming presentation on cost center/call center reports at a future conference, followed by standard podcast outro and disclaimer.

    00:00 Welcome Back + PMI New Orleans Takeaways (Why Pediatricians Get Blamed)
    00:56 Meet Dr. Gail Schoenfeld: The ‘Misery of the Vaccine Business’
    01:58 Why She Joined the White Paper: Setting the Record Straight on Vaccine Economics
    04:18 The Hidden Workflow: Staff Time, Inventory, Documentation & Compliance
    06:07 Wastage Is Real: Expired Doses, Missed Billing, and the True Cost per Shot
    07:51 Cold-Chain Overhead: Fridges, Generators, Monitoring, and 1AM Alarm Calls
    10:59 Why Adults Can Outsource Vaccines (and Pediatrics Can’t)
    12:15 Remembering the Pre-Vaccine Era: What These Diseases Looked Like
    14:26 Reimbursement Reality Check: RVUs, Admin Codes, and Losing Money on Medicaid
    22:24 VFC Program: Free Vaccine, Heavy Burden, and Unfunded Liability
    25:11 Politics, RFK Jr., and the ‘Team Evil vs Team Stupid’ Debate
    27:22 Where the ‘Pediatricians Profit from Vaccines’ Myth Comes From
    27:37 Vaccine Payments vs Profit: What the Numbers Miss
    28:09 Pay-for-Performance & HEDIS: The ‘Perverse Incentive’ Debate
    29:01 How QIP Metrics Were Built (and Why Pediatrics Doesn’t Fit Adult Models)
    32:39 Why ‘Quality Incentives’ Feel Like Withheld Routine Earnings
    33:20 Conflicts of Interest, COVID Distrust, and Falling Vaccine Rates
    35:45 Fixing Behavior: Incentivize Parents, Not Pediatricians (Carrots & Sticks)
    42:18 Man

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    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    56 min
  • 228 Back Where It All Begins with Jason Halegoua, MD, PhD, MBA

    Back to Where It All Begins: The Journey of Dr. Jason Haua

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, hosts George and Jason introduce Dr. Jason Haua, who shares his unique career story of moving from leading a large, successful independent practice back to solo practice, focusing on mental health and autism. Dr. Haua discusses the importance of finding joy and fulfillment in medical practice, the challenges and benefits of running a smaller practice, and his reasons for stepping away from a larger organizational structure. The conversation explores the intricacies of managing a solo practice, dealing with insurance and administrative challenges, and the importance of maintaining a positive work culture. Dr. Haua also shares insights on legacy planning, practice efficiency, and the evolving landscape of pediatric care.

    00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
    01:00 Meet Dr. Jason Haua: A Journey Back to Solo Practice
    01:42 The Philosophy of Returning to Solo Practice
    03:24 Building and Managing a Successful Practice
    07:17 Challenges and Rewards of Mental Health Focus
    08:30 Operational Efficiency in a Small Practice
    16:10 Transitioning from Large Group to Solo Practice
    20:36 The Role of Technology and Personal Touch
    39:46 Future Plans and Legacy
    41:44 Balancing Work and Personal Life
    42:44 Challenges of Starting a Medical Practice
    44:43 Financial Struggles in Pediatrics
    46:27 The Cost of Medical Equipment and Supplies
    48:21 Navigating Insurance and Billing Issues
    01:13:07 The Role of Optimism in Professional and Personal Life
    01:15:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    1 hr 18 min
  • 227 The Future of Pediatrics: Navigating Change with Implementation and Leadership

    The Pediatric Lounge: Advocating for Pediatric Care and Independent Practices

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, the hosts discuss various topics relevant to pediatric care and independent practices. They highlight an upcoming event in New Orleans where pediatric practice leaders will gather to discuss their field. Special guest and pediatrician, Brian Birch from Idaho, shares his concerns about the future of pediatrics and his efforts at the state level, including the establishment of a pediatric council to address changes in Medicaid payments. The episode delves into the implications of legislative changes, the role of pediatric councils in payer relations, and the challenges of maintaining a medical home. The conversation also touches on the importance of independent practices, sharing mistakes, and the value of community support through groups like SOPA. The episode ends with a look ahead to upcoming conferences and talks aimed at fostering leadership and best practices in pediatrics.

    00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
    00:32 Preparing for the PMI Conference
    00:51 Guest Introduction: Brian Birch
    01:45 Challenges in Idaho's Medicaid Program
    05:08 National Medicaid Concerns
    10:36 The Role of Pediatric Councils
    14:19 The Importance of Practice Management
    18:01 Engaging Young Pediatricians
    33:50 Upcoming Events and Conferences
    39:14 Conclusion and Farewell

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    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    42 min
  • 226 What's New With Chip Hart and Where Does The Business of Peds Go Next

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, Dr. Rogu and Dr. Bravo welcome Chip Hart from PCC to discuss practical paths to fairer insurance reimbursement in pediatrics. They delve into the complexities of pediatric payment structures, including disparities in payments based on practice ownership and the impact of insurance models. The conversation also explores broader healthcare issues, including the economic implications of preventive care, the federal government's role in ensuring equitable healthcare, and potential solutions to make pediatric practices financially sustainable. 

    Highlighting successful practices that have thrived, the discussion underscores the importance of vision, business acumen, and an abundance mindset in pediatrics.

     Additionally, the episode emphasizes the significance of the upcoming PMI (Pediatric Management Institute) conference, noting that it offers valuable opportunities for learning, networking, and professional growth. It is mentioned that PMI is fully sold out for in-person attendance but provides a streaming option, with speakers like Sandy Chung and Sue Kressley participating. Special attention is given to a T1D Mastermind Class at PMI with world-renowned pediatrician Dr. Kimber Simmons, showcasing the event as a pivotal occasion for anyone in the pediatric field.

    00:00 Welcome to The Pediatric Lounge
    00:32 Introducing Chip Hart and Today's Topic
    01:02 Understanding Insurance Payments in Pediatrics
    02:08 Private Equity and Practice Ownership
    03:04 Medicaid and Payment Disparities
    05:01 The Single Payer Model Debate
    06:34 Value-Based Care in Pediatrics
    07:55 Challenges in Preventive Care Funding
    10:29 The Role of Managed Medicaid
    14:02 Investment in Early Life Healthcare
    19:41 Universal Coverage and Moral Hazards
    20:14 Historical Context of Healthcare Policies
    26:28 The Importance of Preventive Care
    31:40 Public Schooling and Healthcare Parallels
    40:27 Revisiting the Original Question
    41:50 The Economics of Pediatric Care
    42:53 Challenges with Insurance and Cash Payments
    45:04 The Vaccine Debate and Physician Responsibility
    47:29 Incentivizing Preventive Care
    49:00 The Importance of Cash Systems in Healthcare
    51:33 The New MSMS Codes and Payment Issues
    01:01:39 Success Stories in Pediatric Practices
    01:08:51 Upcoming PMI Conference and Final Thoughts

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    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    1 hr 14 min
  • 225 Years In Independent Practice, What Worked and What I learned

    The Journey of Independent Pediatric Practice with Dr. Brian Birch

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herbie welcome back Dr. Brian Birch to discuss his two years of experience running an independent pediatric practice. They explore the successes and challenges of starting the practice, the key technologies that have supported its operation, and the culture and values driving its mission. The conversation covers the use of AI ambient scribes, patient communication tools, and the importance of maintaining relationships with patients. Dr. Birch also shares insights into leadership, team building, and the complexities of vaccine hesitancy in a changing healthcare landscape.

    00:00 Introduction to the Pediatric Lounge
    00:24 Welcoming Dr. Brian Birch
    00:39 Independent Practice Journey
    01:19 Practice Operations and Team Structure
    03:10 Technology in Practice
    03:29 AI and Digital Scribes
    18:12 Challenges and Solutions in Practice Management
    24:31 Building a Positive Culture
    29:25 The Courage to Prune for Growth
    30:46 Enterprise First Mindset
    31:55 Client Relationships and Non-Negotiables
    32:52 Navigating Vaccine Hesitancy
    36:41 Building Trust with Patients
    46:36 Challenges in Pediatric Practice
    47:13 Advocacy and Future Plans
    51:54 Networking and Community Support
    53:14 Conclusion and Farewell

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    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    55 min
  • 224 The Brain-Gut Connection

    Applying Implementation Science to the New Paradigm of Autoimmune Diabetes: Preserving Beta Cells Through Early Screening

    The Brain-Gut Connection: Exploring Pediatric Gastrointestinal Psychology

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts introduce Dr. Ali Navidi, a clinical psychologist and founder of GI Psychology. Dr. Vedi specializes in the brain-gut connection and works with children and families to manage chronic gastrointestinal and stress-related conditions. The conversation covers topics such as the significance of the brain-gut connection, the role of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and hypnosis in treating disorders like IBS, and the impact of diet, sleep, and exercise on mental health. Dr. Vedi discusses the importance of understanding and treating hypervigilance, catastrophic thinking, and visceral hypersensitivity in patients. The episode also explores hypnosis as a therapeutic tool, its applications in various conditions, and its integration with CBT. Additionally, the challenges of persuading parents to accept psychological explanations for their children's symptoms are highlighted, along with the complex interplay of trauma and gastrointestinal issues.

    00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
    00:28 Upcoming Event Announcement
    01:03 Guest Introduction: Dr. Ali Navidi
    03:01 Understanding the Brain-Gut Connection
    04:53 Impact of Lifestyle on Mental Health
    06:20 Managing IBS with CBT
    12:02 Challenges in Diagnosing Pediatric Conditions
    20:31 Exploring Hypnosis in Clinical Practice
    28:01 Entering the Flow State in Sports and Surgery
    30:35 Hypnosis for IBS and Abdominal Pain
    33:02 Hypnosis and Trauma Therapy
    37:59 The Role of GI Psychology
    39:32 Challenges with Medicaid and Insurance
    52:45 Managing Chronic Pain with Mindfulness and Hypnosis
    55:47 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

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    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



    58 min

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