Weekly Dose of Wellness

This episode explores the emotional challenges children and teens face as they transition back to school. Dr. Amy Morse, a board-certified psychologist in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, shares expert insights and practical strate...

In this episode, Dr. Bhattacharya sheds light on the often-overlooked condition of sleep apnea—its warning signs, health risks, and the life-changing impact of early detection. Joined by a sleep specialist, the conversation dives into how to recognize...

As summer approaches, kids are spending more time outside—riding bikes, climbing on playgrounds, and walking through their neighborhoods. It’s a season full of adventure and fresh air, but it also brings a higher risk of inj...

The holiday season is a time for joy and celebration, not unexpected trips to the emergency room. Unfortunately, pediatric emergency departments often experience a 10% to 20% increase in visits during the weeks leading up to and following the h...

This podcast episode will explain the science and safety of childhood vaccines, highlighting how they prevent serious illnesses and protect individual children and the broader community. It will emphasize why timely vaccination is crucial for public he...

Leslie Young M.D. discusses when parents should take their kids to the emergency room vs. urgent care. He shares the services urgent care can provide before going directly to the emergency room. He also shares how accessible urgent care is and the ability to get in line from ...

In this episode, Phillip Yuan, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, discusses how MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center is revolutionizing spine surgery with the Stryker Q Spine Guidance 5 System with Copilot. He explains how this advanced tec...

In this episode, Dr. Ioana Pal, adolescent psychologist at the Stramski Children’s Developmental Center at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, will explore the emotional and psychological toll school shootings have on children and teens. Whe...

In this episode, Stephanie Davis, Speech-Language Pathologist at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, shares what every parent should know about pediatric speech therapy, from understanding what it is and how it works to knowing when i...

As fireworks light up the sky this Fourth of July, emergency departments across the country brace for one of their busiest times of the year. In this episode, Tassia Trink, Trauma Service PI Coordinator at Long Beach Medical Center and Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, will talk about firework safety and the very real risks families face when fireworks are handled at home. From sparklers to backyard fireworks shows, no fire...

Would you know what to do if someone was bleeding out — at school, in a car crash, or during a mass casualty event?

In this eye-opening episode, Tassia Trink, Trauma Service PI Coordinator at Long Beach Medical Center and Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, shares the vital skills behind the "Stop the Bleed" initiative. This national campaign is turning everyday people into emergency responders by teaching simple, life-saving ...

Dr. May Nour, interventional neuroradiologist at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center, explores the life-saving impact of the Mobile Stroke Unit. Dr. Nour shares how this “hospital on wheels” is transforming emergency stroke care by bringing rapid diagnosi...

In this episode, Dr. Torin Cunningham, medical director of the Orthopedic Center at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital, will discuss scoliosis in children – a condition that, when detected early, can lead to better long-term o...

This podcast episode explores the life-saving power of clot-busting drugs in stroke treatment and why every second counts when a stroke occurs. Dr. Patel explains how these medications work, the critical time window for thei...

In the episode “The Role of Occupational Therapy in a Children’s Hospital”, expert Dr. Shawna Townsend will explore the essential role of occupational therapy in children's hospitals. Listeners will discover how occupat...

Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle doesn’t pump blood as well as it should and should not be confused with a heart attack. Leading and advanced treatment can help improve the symptoms of heart failure and may help some people live longer. Dr....

Join pediatric psychologist Dr. Amy Morse as she offers expert advice to parents navigating the complex impact of social media on children’s mental health. From understanding social media habits to fostering healthy self-esteem, this podcast empowers...