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

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

Episodes

May 20, 2025 โ€ข 51 mins

Transforming Hiring Practices in Healthcare with Dr. Mike Neal

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herb interview Dr. Mike Neal, co-founder of Lakeside Vision and creator of Build My Team, a system to improve employee hiring processes in healthcare. Dr. Neal shares his experiences and challenges with staff turnover and explains how he transitioned to hiring individuals based on traits, mindsets, learn...

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Leadership and Legacy: Insights from Dr. Thom Mayer and his latest book.ย 

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts celebrate the launch of their fourth season with Dr. Thom Mayer as their guest. Dr. Mayer, known for his extensive career as a sports medicine pediatric surgeon and emergency medicine physician, shares invaluable insights on leadership, recounts his journey from theology to medicine, and underscores...

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Journey through Pediatric Medicine with Dr. Stewart Cohen

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Dr. Herb welcome distinguished pediatrician Dr. Stewart Cohen from San Diego, California. Dr. Cohen shares his story, from his illness-driven inspiration to become a pediatrician to his move from Canada to San Diego. They discuss the evolving landscape of pediatric healthcare, including the challenges of Medi...

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Behind the Scenes of Pediatric Critical Care with Dr. Rana Shami

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts Herb and George bring on Dr. Rana Shami, the medical director of the pediatric intensive care unit at Inova Children's Hospital. Dr. Shami discusses her journey from the American University of Beirut to leading a premier PICU in Fairfax, Virginia. She shares insights into the challenges and innovations in pe...

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Exploring Pediatric Hospital Medicine with Dr. Christopher Ruso

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts welcome Dr. Christopher Ruso, a pediatric hospitalist from WellSpan Health in York, Pennsylvania. Dr. Ruso shares his journey from Boston to Pennsylvania, discussing his medical career path influenced by his surroundings and experiences. The conversation dives into the complexities and challenges of pediatric hosp...

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Navigating Pediatrics: From Social Media Advocacy to Early Screening for T1D

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, Dr. Nicole Baldwin joins to discuss the intersection of private practice, the importance of social media presence, and her passion for early screening of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Sponsored by Hippo Education and Freed AI Medical Scribes, the episode delves into how the evolving landscape of pediatric care is ...

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Navigating the Future of Pediatric Practice: Insights from Dr. Allen

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts dive into the evolving landscape of pediatrics with Dr. Allen from North Augusta Pediatrics. They discuss a range of topics, including the challenges of staying up to date in pediatrics, the role of technology and AI in medical documentation, and the complexities of maintaining and passing on a private pr...

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The Evolution of Pediatric Practice: Insights from Dr. John Allen

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts discuss various aspects of pediatric practice with Dr. John Allen, a seasoned pediatrician with 40 years of experience. The conversation covers his journey from opening a small solo practice to developing a large, modern office with multiple providers. Dr. Allen shares insights on the importance of practice cult...

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Navigating Pediatric Practice Challenges: A Conversation with Dr. Stephen Abelowitz

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts dive into the intricacies of pediatric practice management with Dr. Stephen Abelowitz. The discussion explores the impact of private equity on healthcare, focusing on the challenges independent pediatric practices face. Dr. Abelowitz shares his experiences, detailing the cultural shifts and...

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Understanding the Measles Resurgence: Vaccination, Risks, and the Role of Disinformation

In this episode, sponsored by Hippo Education and Freed.ai,ย  Dr. Bravo and Dr. Rogu hostย  Dr. Jason Terk, a pediatrician and passionate vaccine advocate. They discuss the alarming return of measles, focusing on vaccination hesitancy and disinformation that jeopardize children's health. The conversation covers the manifestation and...

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Navigating Value-Based Pediatric Care: A Deep Dive with Dr. Sian Jones

In this episode, sponsored by Hippo Education and Freed AI Medical Scribes, join the hosts as they sit down with repeat guest Dr. Sian Jones, the president of Complete Child's Health, to discuss the nuances and implications of value-based contracts in pediatric care. They explore the definition of 'value' in healthcare, the challenges of ...

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Harnessing EHRs to Unlock the Cure for Type 1 Diabetes: A Candid Discussion with Experts

This episode, sponsored by Hippo Education, explores the potential role of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) in finding a cure for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Hosts are joined by Chip Hart from PCC and Dr. Dan Feiten from Office Practicum, both leading experts in pediatric-focused EHRs. They discuss their personal connections to T1D and the ...

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Navigating Pediatrics: Evolution, Challenges, and Advocacy with Dr. Bryan

In this episode, sponsored by Hippo Health, the hosts welcome Dr. Bryan to discuss his extensive experience in pediatric care since 1996. Starting from how he became a pediatrician, the conversation covers the evolution of his practice in Manassas, Virginia, including the shifts in patient demographics, the impact of healthcare policies, and the chal...

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Understanding RVUs and the Future of Pediatric Payments

In this episode, sponsored by Hippo Health and Freed.ai, the hosts engage in a detailed conversation with Chip Hart, an expert in managing pediatric practices. They discuss the concept of Relative Value Units (RVUs), their origins, and their impact on pediatricians and primary care physicians. Chip explains how RVUs affect billing and physician compensation, the dispa...

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Understanding the Economics of Pediatric Healthcare Interventions

In this episode, Dr. R. Brett McQueen (robert.mcqueen@cuanschutz.edu), an associate professor specializing in health economics at the University of Colorado, discusses the complex economics behind healthcare interventions. The conversation covers how mathematical formulas quantify the value of medical interventions, particularly in pediatric care and type 1 ...

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Celebrating 60 Years of Pediatric Education Excellence with Dr. Rani Gereige, MD

In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Rani Gereige, MD, a board-certified pediatrician and Director of Medical Education at Nicklaus Children's Hospital, Miami. He discusses the upcoming 60th anniversary of the Pediatric Postgraduate Course and its evolution since its inception by Dr. Donald Altman. The conversation covers the courseโ€™s str...

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Navigating Pediatric Leadership and Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Sandy Chung

In the first episode of the year, the podcast host introduces Dr. Sandy Chung, a pediatrician and healthcare leader with over two decades of experience. The episode explores Dr. Chung's personal journey to becoming a pediatrician, her leadership roles, and the creation of the Virginia Mental Health Access Program (VMAP). Discussion topics...

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The Healthcare Revolution: Challenges and Innovations with Dutch Rojas

In this episode, George hosts Dutch Rojas, a Senior Vice President of Direct Healthcare at Naomi Health, to discuss the transformative landscape of healthcare. Dutch shares his journey from an accounting student to a healthcare innovator advocating for private physicians and transparency. They delve into healthcare issues, such as market concentration, ...

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January 7, 2025 โ€ข 49 mins

RBK Pediatrics: Celebrating the Legacy and Future of 66 Years in Pediatric Care

In this special year-end episode, the hosts of the podcast celebrate a successful 2024 and welcome a surprise guest, Dr. Delia Rogu, who extends New Year's wishes to the global audience. Sponsored by Freed AI Medical Scribes, the episode dives into the history and evolution of RBK Pediatrics, featuring insights from senior partners Dr. Kap...

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December 31, 2024 โ€ข 27 mins

Inspiring Journeys in Pediatrics: Stories from Passionate Medical Professionals

Join us as we explore heartfelt stories from pediatricians and other medical professionals about their paths to pediatrics. Hear from Todd, a former IT professional turned pediatrician; Luigi, an endocrinologist driven by his sister's diabetes journey; Nicole, a pediatric nutritionist with a passion for community health; and many more. Eac...

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