How can we create a healthier future for kids? Dr. Terri McFadden, a pediatrician, professor, and passionate advocate for children’s healthcare and literacy in Georgia, joins hosts Zarinah, Robert, and Allison. This episode of the Y Connect podcast dives into Dr. McFadden’s journey to pediatrics, the power of partnering with families to achieve health equity, and the vital role of literacy in child development. Dr. McFadden shares practical steps for water safety and the importance of culturally sensitive care, emphasizing community collaboration, addressing social challenges, and breaking generational health barriers.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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(00:00) Introduction
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(03:16) What inspired Dr. McFadden to become a pediatrician
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(04:12) How do you build real health equity for kids and partner with the family
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(08:03) Dr. McFadden discusses the four pillars of Equity and Child and Adolescent Health and discusses how literacy impacts a child’s overall well-being
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(14:52) Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory Healthcare’s Nurse Navigator program
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(20:53) Discussion of challenges faced by different cultures
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
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Health equity requires addressing children's and parents' needs, tackling social determinants like housing and food insecurity, which drive 80% of health outcomes, to break generational adversity cycles.
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Effective care involves school-based health centers, comprehensive primary care, community program partnerships, and training providers to consider families' broader challenges beyond the exam room.
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Early literacy supports brain development and well-being while preventing injuries, especially drowning. Water-based activities demand accessible swim lessons, vigilant supervision, and community safety resources.
RESOURCE LINKS:
PARTNERS for Equity in Child and Adolescent Health | Emory School of Medicine
Georgia Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
BIOGRAPHY:
Dr. Terri McFadden is a passionate pediatrician and Emory University professor. She delivers compassionate care and shapes pediatric healthcare through education and leadership. As a former medical director at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta and past president of the Georgia AAP, she mentors future doctors and advocates for injury prevention, literacy, and health equity. Through initiatives like Reach Out and Read and PARTNERS for Equity, Dr. McFadden champions comprehensive care for underserved communities.
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