Best OPENPediatrics Podcasts (2026)

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Exploring What Matters: What Families Value in Complex Surgical Decision-Making 35:07

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Jody Lin discusses a qualitative study of shared decision-making for neuromuscular scoliosis surgery in children with medical complexity. She describes a broad range of family values and preferences that may guide decision-making, implications for clinical practice, and next steps from this wor…

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Pediatric Intubation Practices: Insights from NEAR4KIDS by V. Nadkarni | OPENPediatrics 44:26

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Vinay Nadkarni discusses emergent tracheal intubation in pediatric critical care. Drawing from the NEAR4KIDS registry and comparing with recent adult-focused evidence, Dr. Nadkarni discusses the challenges of airway management in children, emphasizing the importance of patient-specific physiology. He…

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Transforming Healthcare with Evidence-Based Practice by B. Melnyk | OPENPediatrics 36:55

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In this Nursing World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Bernadette Melnyk, a globally renowned expert in evidence-based practice (EBP), discusses the critical importance of EBP in healthcare. This podcast covers the history of EBP, its impact on patient outcomes, and the return on investment for healthcare systems. Dr. Melnyk shares insights on bu…

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Practice-Changing Research in Complex Care at the AACPDM Annual Meeting 2025 33:40

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In this special Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, host Dr. Kilby Mann interviews presenters of posters and oral abstracts relevant to the care of children with medical complexity at the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) 79th Annual Meeting, October 15-18, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Speakers descr…

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Practical Strategies for Management of Patients with Pediatric ARDS by R. Khemani | OPENPediatrics 31:48

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Robinder Khemani, co-author of the PALICC-2 guidelines, discusses the real-world application of pediatric ARDS management strategies. Through a case-based conversation, Dr. Khemani shares nuanced insights on intubation timing, ventilator settings, neuromuscular blockade, and rescue therapies, includi…

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Practice-Changing Research in Complex Care at the American Academy of Pediatrics Conference 2025 33:27

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In this special Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, co-hosts Kilby Mann, Kristie Malik, and Kathleen Huth interview presenters of posters relevant to the care of children with medical complexity at the American Academy of Pediatrics 2025 National Conference & Exhibition. Speakers describe their study findings and implications for practice. D…

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GASTROSAM Key Insights: Safe Rehydration for Malnourished Children by K. Maitland | OPENPediatrics 30:04

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Kathryn Maitland discusses the findings of the GASTROSAM trial, which investigates the safety and efficacy of intravenous rehydration for children with severe acute malnutrition and gastroenteritis. The trial explores the effectiveness of intravenous fluids as a safe alternative to current rehydratio…

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From Crisis to Connection: Matching Families with Home Nursing Support in Complex Care 26:29

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Ms. Kathryn Knight and Dr. Brian K. Jordan discuss a national survey of families of children with medical complexity on access to home health nursing. They describe the impact of the nursing shortage on families, development of a nonprofit resource that facilitates connections between families and …

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High-Flow Nasal Cannula vs CPAP in Acutely Ill Children by P. Ramnarayan | OPENPediatrics 26:58

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Padmanabhan Ramnarayan discusses the findings of the clinical trial comparing high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) therapy to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy in pediatric critical care. The trial, which was published in JAMA, explores the effectiveness of HFNC as a non-inferior alternati…

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Brushing Up on High-Quality Oral Health Care for Children with Medical Complexity 31:39

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Robbie Dembo and Ms. Kate Honsberger discuss a mixed methods study of oral health experiences and disparities among children with special health care needs. They describe oral health problems faced by children with medical complexity, barriers to high-quality dental care reported by family care…

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Families Face Ethical Challenges More Often Than They Change a G Tube: Rethinking Our Care 27:29

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Miriam Shapiro, Ms. Kate Detwiler, and Dr. Vanessa Madrigal discuss a survey of families with children with chronic conditions about ethical challenges they have experienced in their child's care and sources of support. They describe the residual distress reported by families, implications for …

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Independent Double Checks and Line Reconciliation by J. Murphy, K. Gustafson | OPENPediatrics 12:35

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This podcast discusses the preoperative, operative, and postoperative considerations for patients undergoing tonsillectomy, including anatomy and pathophysiology, preoperative evaluation, anesthetic management, operative approach, and postoperative care.LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon listening to this podcast, learners will be able to:• Identify high-aler…

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Global PARITY Study: Pediatric Critical Illness Insights by T. Kortz, A. Holloway | OPENPediatrics 44:32

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This World Shared Practice Forum reviews the Global PARITY study, a comprehensive research initiative aimed at understanding and addressing pediatric critical illness in resource-constrained settings. The discussion highlights the methodology, challenges, and key findings of the study, emphasizing the high prevalence of critical illnesses such as p…

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Elevating the Evidence: Complex Care Research in the Journal Hospital Pediatrics 30:06

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Drs. Tamara Simon and Patrick Brady discuss the role of the journal Hospital Pediatrics in disseminating emerging evidence in complex care. They describe the evolution of complex care research throughout the journal's history, alignment with the journal's mission, and opportunities for clinicians t…

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Building Global Pediatric Research Networks by L. Schlapbach, P. Ramnarayan | OPENPediatrics 34:07

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This World Shared Practice Forum Podcast episode features a discussion on the article "Building Global Collaborative Research Networks in Pediatric Critical Care: A Roadmap," published in Lancet Child and Adolescent Health in February 2025. The conversation, led by Dr. Jeff Burns with guests Professor Luregn Schlapbach and Professor Padmanabhan Ram…

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Practice-Changing Research in Complex Care at the Pediatric Academic Societies 2025 Annual Meeting 37:03

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In this special Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, co-hosts Emily Goodwin, Kristie Malik, and Kathleen Huth interview presenters of posters and oral abstracts relevant to the care of children with medical complexity at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2025 annual meeting. Speakers describe the implications of their study findings, mes…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: An Emerging Look at Africa 55:39

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: A Progressive Look at North America 31:43

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: A Dynamic Look at Asia 44:58

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: An Advanced Look at Europe 33:04

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: A Pioneering Look at the Middle East 49:27

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: A Resourceful Look at Latin America 25:23

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Technology & Innovation in Pediatric ICUs: A Connected Look at Oceania 34:15

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The World Federation of Pediatric Intensive & Critical Care Societies (WFPICCS), in collaboration with OPENPediatrics, recognizes World PICU Awareness Week 2025. This initiative aims to raise global awareness about the importance of PICUs and critical care wards worldwide, emphasizing how healthcare professionals in these units, regardless of resou…

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Enhancing Global Acute Care: Understanding the WHO’s ACAN by L. Wallis | OPENPediatrics 24:24

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This episode of the World Shared Practice Forum Podcast dives into the origins and objectives of the Acute Care Action Network (ACAN), led by Dr. Lee Wallis at the World Health Organization. Discover how ACAN aims to integrate emergency, critical, and operative care to enhance healthcare systems globally, focusing on universal health coverage and p…

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Far From Care: Children with Medical Complexity in a Rural Setting 24:33

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Drs. Chelsea Bodnar and James Bohnhoff discuss a cross-sectional study of children with medical complexity and their access to care in Montana. They describe challenges and inequities in access to care, implications for practice, and next steps from this work.SPEAKERSChelsea Bodnar, MD, MPhilChief …

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Pediatric ECMO Cannulation Strategies in Refractory Septic Shock by G. MacLaren | OPENPediatrics 25:37

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Dr. Graeme MacLaren shares his expert insight on the outcomes of central versus peripheral cannulation techniques for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) in pediatric patients with refractory septic shock as published in the February issue of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. The discussion focuse…

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Let’s Talk about Transition: Experiences of Young Adults with Cerebral Palsy and Their Caregivers‌ 20:44

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Sarmiento discusses a qualitative study exploring experiences of young adults with cerebral palsy and their caregivers with transition to adult care. She describes the major barriers and facilitators to transition, challenges and opportunities related to conducting the study, implicati…

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Transplant Challenges in Pediatric Liver Failure by A. Deep et al. | OPENPediatrics 32:04

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Burns converses with experts Drs. Akash Deep, James Squires, and Barbara Wildhaber about pediatric acute liver failure and the intricacies of deciding when a child is unsuitable for liver transplantation. Discussing insights from their 2024 Lancet Child Health and Adolescent Health paper, the…

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Focus on Abilities: Parent-Identified Outcomes of Preterm Infants‌ 35:38

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Ms. Pearce and Dr. Synnes discuss a series of patient-oriented research studies aimed at partnering with parents in reimagining meaningful outcomes for premature infants. They describe the inclusion of parents on the study team, recruitment of parent participants, lessons and challenges while condu…

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Updates in Pediatric ECMO: Challenges and Opportunities by P. Alexander, R. Barbaro | OPENPediatrics 32:30

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Dennis Daniel discusses pediatric extracorporeal life support (ECLS) with experts Drs. Peta Alexander and Ryan Barbaro. They explore the differences between pediatric and adult extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), highlighting differing causes of cardiac arrest and the interpretation …

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The Role of Nurse Practitioners in Healthcare and Policy by F. Bowen | OPENPediatrics 29:36

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In this Nursing World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Felesia Bowen, president-elect of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), discusses the evolving role of nurse practitioners (NPs) in healthcare, and emphasizes the importance of NPs in health promotion and policy. She highlights the need for a national standardize…

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Where You Live Matters: Psychotropic Polypharmacy and Psychotherapy in Children with High-Needs‌ 21:10

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Kathleen C. Thomas discusses a cross-sectional study of associations between neighborhood context with psychotropic polypharmacy and psychotherapy among children with high-needs for medical or psychiatric care. She describes the inclusion of parent advisors on the study team, the inclusion of c…

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Neonatal Jaundice by L. Veit | OPENPediatrics 15:18

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In this podcast, the viewer will learn the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and management of neonatal jaundice.Direct links to chapters:0:00 Chapter 1: Introduction3:33 Chapter 2: Bilirubin Metabolism5:41 Chapter 3: Pathophysiology8:36 Chapter 4: History and Physical Exam10:40 Chapter 5: Diagnostic Testing12:29 Chapter 6: Manag…

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Croup by L. Rubin, A. Hirsch, A. Erickson | OPENPediatrics 7:33

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In this video, the viewer will learn the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation of croup, and how to diagnose and care for affected children.Initial publication: August 6, 2018.A multilingual transcript is available for this video, thanks to the generous support of our community members who volunteered their time to translate our …

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Bridging the Communication Gap: The Role of Language in Complex Care 31:35

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Drs. Marcella Luercio and Bianca Quiñones-Pérez discuss a qualitative study of barriers to communication perceived by Spanish-speaking families with children with medical complexity admitted to the hospital. They describe the importance of multilingual representation in research, individual and sys…

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Less is More: Oxygenation Targets in Critically Ill Children by M. Peters | OPENPediatrics 29:35

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Mark Peters discusses the Oxy-PICU trial, published in The Lancet in January 2024, which compared conservative to liberal oxygenation targets in critically ill children. The study highlighted the importance of pragmatic trial design and the need for larger trials to confirm these findings.LEARNING OB…

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Evidence-Based Practice and Implementation Science in Nursing by S. Tucker | OPENPediatrics 28:07

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In this new Nursing World Shared Practice Forum podcast, Dr. Sharon Tucker reviews the foundations of Evidence-Based Practice and why it is important to nursing science. She discusses her body of work focusing on building evidence, implementing evidence into practice, and using frameworks that support Implementation Science. She explains how Implem…

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Complex Care at the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine Annual Meeting 34:56

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In this special Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, co-hosts Drs. Kilby Mann and Kristie Malik interview presenters of posters and oral abstracts relevant to the care of children with medical complexity at the American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) 78th Annual Meeting in Quebec City, Canada that took place Oc…

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Improving Sepsis Care: A Data-Driven Approach by T. Wolbrink et al | OPENPediatrics 41:46

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, we discuss the Pediatric Sepsis Data CoLaboratory (Sepsis CoLab), an international open data-sharing network to address pediatric sepsis mortality and morbidity. Drs. Kissoon, Ansermino, and Akech discuss the challenges related to the collection and sharing of data in a global context, the latest advance…

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Preparing for Emergencies: Planning and Partnerships with Families 31:16

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Renee Turchi discusses an intervention study to improve emergency preparedness for families with children and youth with special health care needs. She describes the multiple community partners involved in intervention development, key insights gained while conducting the study, and next steps …

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Unveiling MIS-C's Immune Response: Molecular Mimicry by A. Randolph and A. Bodansky | OPENPediatrics 23:36

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, Drs. Adrienne Randolph and Aaron Bodansky explore the groundbreaking research findings that uncover the pathophysiological mechanism behind multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C). These findings shed light on the characteristic immune response of patients who develop MIS-C, and provide ins…

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Drop the Jargon: Improving Written Communication to Families After Multidisciplinary Care 19:16

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Ms. de Pins and Dr. Lin discuss a quality improvement initiative to standardize post-visit written communication in a multidisciplinary clinic. They describe stakeholder involvement in defining project goals, effective interventions to reduce the use of medical jargon in after-visit summaries, and …

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Anesthesia for Non-Cardiac Surgeries: Unrepaired TOF | OPENPediatrics 25:37

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This podcast discusses anesthetic considerations for patients with unrepaired tetralogy of Fallot who are undergoing non-cardiac surgeries.LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon listening to this podcast, learners will be able to:- Explain preoperative considerations- Provide an anesthetic management plan- Describe specific non-cardiac surgical procedures and the…

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Collaborative Care Models to Optimize Care of HSCT Patients by T. Wolbrink et al. | OPENPediatrics 42:19

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In this World Shared Practice Forum Podcast, experts from three large pediatric hospitals discuss their collaborative care models designed to optimize care for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant. This global panel reviews the history, structure, and current state of these models, and offers insight into how clinicians can develo…

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Choice and Voice: Family Perspectives on Decision-making for Children with Medical Complexity 25:46

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Kate Nelson discusses a qualitative study exploring decision-making skills developed by family caregivers of children with medical complexity. She describes the impact of contextual factors and relationships within care teams on decision-making, family partnership in research, and the next step…

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Tonsillectomy by H. Moulton, E. Adil, A. Ankola, S. Mathews, and J. Wang | OPENPediatrics 20:48

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This podcast discusses the preoperative, operative, and postoperative considerations for patients undergoing tonsillectomy, including anatomy and pathophysiology, preoperative evaluation, anesthetic management, operative approach, and postoperative care.LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon listening to this podcast, learners will be able to:• Explain the anatom…

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Upholding Human Dignity for Children with Medical Complexity and their Families 33:26

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Ms. Bethlyn Vergo Houlihan and Ms. Meg Comeau discuss a qualitative study of the perspectives of families of children with medical complexity on what is needed to promote their quality of life and well-being. They describe the family-led approach to designing and conducting the study, the importanc…

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease by J. Ouahed, L. Collen | OPENPediatrics 9:45

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This podcast provides an overview of the presentation of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and compares it to Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis phenotypes.LEARNING OBJECTIVESBy the end of this podcast, the learner will be able to:• Recognize the clinical presentation of inflammatory bowel disease and compare Crohn's disease and ulcerative colit…

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PICU Podcasts: Behind the Mic by T. Wolbrink et al | OPENPediatrics 47:03

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In this World Shared Practice Forum podcast, PICU podcasters share their insights on how to get started and deliver successful podcasts. Key points include strategies for finding co-hosts and guests, ways to promote podcasts, and the importance of finding ways to incorporate podcasts into academic CVs.‌LEARNING OBJECTIVESFollowing this discussion, …

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Need for Neurodevelopmental Follow-up for Children with Invasive Mechanical Ventilation 18:20

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In this Complex Care Journal Club podcast episode, Dr. Sarah Sobotka discusses a mixed-methods study with longitudinal assessment of neurodevelopmental profiles of children requiring mechanical ventilation after hospital discharge and perceived influences on development. She describes lessons learned while designing and performing the study, the ne…