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PediaCast CME is a pediatric podcast for healthcare providers. Dr Mike and Nationwide Children’s Hospital present educational topics related to general pediatrics and faculty development. Many episodes qualify for free category 1 CME credit. Details available at PediaCastCME.org.

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    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 1m AVG DURATION
    • 109 EPISODES

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    The PediaCast CME podcast is an incredibly informative and well-organized resource for healthcare professionals in the field of pediatrics. It offers high-quality continuing medical education (CME) credits, making it a valuable tool for staying up to date on the latest evidence-based recommendations in pediatric medicine. The host, Dr. Mike, takes the extensive knowledge base from Nationwide Children's Hospital and presents it in a practical and accessible way that is applicable to various practice settings. As a mom of two, I also appreciate how this podcast provides valuable information that I can apply to my own children's healthcare.

    One of the best aspects of The PediaCast CME podcast is its ability to cover a wide range of topics within pediatrics. Whether you're interested in general pediatrics or specific subspecialties, there is something here for everyone. The guests on the show are experts in their fields and provide valuable insights and recommendations based on evidence-based practices. The episodes are well-researched and offer practical tips and strategies that can be implemented easily in clinical practice.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its accessibility and convenience. It can be listened to on the go during commutes or while exercising, making it a productive use of time. The conversation style format keeps listeners engaged and entertained while still delivering important information. Additionally, the opportunity to earn free CME credits is a huge bonus for healthcare professionals looking to fulfill their educational requirements.

    While there aren't many negative aspects to The PediaCast CME podcast, one potential drawback is that it may not qualify for certain types of specialized continuing education credits, such as those required for maintenance of certification (MOC). However, this should not deter healthcare professionals from listening as the wealth of knowledge gained from this podcast far outweighs any limitations in credit qualification.

    In conclusion, The PediaCast CME podcast is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals working within the field of pediatrics. It offers high-quality, evidence-based information that is both practical and applicable in various practice settings. The convenience of listening on the go and the opportunity to earn free CME credits make it a must-listen for anyone looking to stay up to date on the latest advancements in pediatric medicine. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone working with children or with an interest in pediatric healthcare.



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    Latest episodes from PediaCast CME

    Supporting Teens with Smoking Cessation - PediaCast CME 109

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 61:42


    Drs Kelsey Schmuhl, Amy JZ, and Jen Berg visit the studio as we consider smoking cessation in teenagers. We explore the scope of nicotine use disorder and strategies for prevention, diagnosis, and management. We hope you can join us!

    Emotional Intelligence in Medicine: Self-Management - PediaCast CME 108

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 48:41


    Erica Banta returns to the studio as we consider the second pillar of emotional intelligence: self-management. This skill leads to better patient outcomes, stronger teamwork, and a more fulfilling career in medicine. We hope you can join us!

    Child Health Care at a Crossroads - PediaCast CME 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 48:35


    Dr Kelly Kelleher visits the studio as we consider the current state of child health care in America. He recently served on a National Academy of Medicine Committee tasked with identifying opportunities for reform… and recommending evidence-based solutions for improvement. Tune in to learn more!

    Promoting Resident Autonomy - PediaCast CME 106

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 50:48


    Drs Rena Kasick and Karen Allen visit the studio as we consider resident autonomy. The educational journey to become a pediatrician takes 11-14 years. An important milestone along the way is transitioning from supervised to autonomous practice. This is a long but important process, one that strives to develop competent physicians while keeping patients safe and improving medical and educational outcomes. We hope you can join us!

    Food Allergy Update - PediaCast CME 105

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 53:38


    Dr Dave Stukus visits the studio for an updated discussion on food allergies. We explore their cause, symptoms, diagnosis, management, and prevention. We hope you can join us!

    Impact of Social Media on Children's Emotional Well-Being - PediaCast CME 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 62:32


    Drs Megan Schaefer, Anne Dawson, and Jennie David visit the studio as we consider the impact of social media on children's emotional well-being. We explore risks and benefits, offer recommendations for families, schools, and communities… and dig into the research that supports our discussion. We hope you can join us!

    Clinical Pathways in Pediatric Medicine - PediaCast CME 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 47:15


    Drs Roopali Bapat and Berkeley Bennett visit the studio as we consider clinical pathways in pediatric medicine. How are pathways developed, implemented, evaluated, and updated? Where are they useful? What are their benefits… and pitfalls? Tune in to find out!

    Common Knee Injuries in Student Athletes - PediaCast CME 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 49:09


    The sports medicine team visits the studio as we consider common knee injuries in student athletes. We explore the cause, diagnosis, management, and prevention of patellofemoral pain syndrome, Osgood-Schlatter disease, Sinding-Larsen-Johansson syndrome, meniscal tears, patellar dislocation, and your everyday sprains and strains. We hope you can join us!

    Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Update - PediaCast CME 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 57:33


    Dr Pablo Sanchez, Lindsey Glaze, and members of our clinical pharmacy program visit the studio as we consider respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and share updates on its management and prevention. We hope you can join us!

    Uncertainty in Medical Providers - PediaCast CME 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 39:52


    Drs Alex Rakowsky, Claire Stewart, Anna Kerr, and Charee Thompson visit the studio as we consider uncertainty in medical providers. Uncertainty may appear troubling at first glance, but recognizing and managing uncertainty leads to professional growth and improved outcomes. Tune in to learn more!

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    Trauma-Informed Approach to Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse - PediaCast CME 099

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 62:21


    Dr Kristin Crichton and Tishia Gunton visit the studio as we consider our role as mandated reporters of suspected child abuse and neglect. How can we best fulfill our duty to report while maintaining a positive and supportive relationship with the family? Tune in to find out!

    Chronic Pain in Children and Teenagers - PediaCast CME 098

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 58:00


    Drs Megan Schaefer, Lindsey Vater, and Jackie Warner visit the studio as we consider chronic pain in children and teenagers. Long-lasting pain is common and results in lots of stress and anxiety. Tune in as we explore coping strategies that bring relief.

    Interprofessional Collaboration: HPV Infection and Oral Cancer - PediaCast CME 097

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 66:15


    Drs Homa Amini, Mary Ann Abrams, and Kyulim Lee visit the studio as we explore human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, the cancers they cause, and prevention strategies for reducing risk. We hope you can join us!

    Pediatric Prehospital Airway Resuscitation Trial (Pedi-PART) - PediaCast CME 096

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 45:41


    Dr Julie Leonard and Dr Henry Wang visit the studio as we explore Pedi-PART. This national research study examines advanced airway management for children in the prehospital setting. We detail the study and consider exception from informed consent. We hope you can join us!

    Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome - PediaCast CME 095

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 55:11


    Alicia McVity, Dr Leah Middelberg, and Dr Alek Adkins visit the studio as we consider cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. The legalization of recreational marijuana has led to a drastic rise in this condition, which results in nausea, vomiting, and dehydration. Tune in as we explore the details!

    Cystic Fibrosis Update - PediaCast CME 094

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 58:29


    Dr Katelyn Krivchenia and Brittney Haas visit the studio for an update on cystic fibrosis. Long-term outcomes have significantly improved over the past two decades. We explore why and discuss how pediatric providers can support patients and families impacted by the disease. We hope you can join us!

    Pediatric Lymphedema - PediaCast CME 093

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 43:23


    Dr Min-Jeong Cho visits the studio as we consider pediatric lymphedema. Discover how this condition presents in children, along with the cause, diagnosis, management, complications and long-term outcomes. We hope you can join us!

    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Medicine - PediaCast CME 092

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 66:13


    Dr Laura Rust and Dr Tyler Gorham visit the studio as we explore the impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on healthcare and medicine. Discover their differences, applications, and ethical considerations. We hope you can join us!

    Emotional Intelligence and Medicine: Self Awareness - PediaCast CME 091

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 72:29


    Erica Banta returns to the studio as we continue our coverage of emotional intelligence in medicine. This week we explore self-awareness and the foundational role it plays in establishing EQ, improving career satisfaction, and promoting success in clinical practice, teaching, research and service activities. We hope you can join us!

    Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Medicine - PediaCast CME 090

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 52:01


    Dr Quinn Capers visits the studio as we consider diversity, equity and inclusion in medicine. Underrepresented individuals face many challenges in pursuing a medical career. We discuss strategies for overcoming barriers and creating strong, diverse healthcare teams. We hope you can join us!

    Health Literacy and Plain Language Pediatrics - PediaCast CME 089

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 67:52


    Dr Alex Rakowsky and Dr Mary Ann Abrams visit the studio as we consider health literacy and plain language pediatrics. Low health literacy is associated with increased emergency department visits and hospitalizations, decreased patient satisfaction, and poor health outcomes. We share tips and tricks for using plain language to improve health literacy!

    Functional Rehabilitation for Student Athletes - PediaCast CME 088

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 51:27


    Eric Leighton and Jesse Parthemore visit the studio as we consider functional rehabilitation for the student athlete. Injuries are common during sports participation. With the proper guidance, athletes can overcome injury, improve performance and return to play safely and efficiently. We hope you can join us!

    Vascular Anomalies and Malformations - PediaCast CME 087

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 63:31


    Drs Elizabeth Nourse and Esteban Fernandez Faith visit the studio as we review vascular anomalies in the pediatric population. We explore several types of lesions and describe their appearance, diagnosis, complications and management. We hope you can join us!

    Care and Support for Children and Teenagers with Down Syndrome - PediaCast CME 086

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 78:48


    Dr Murugu Manickam and Kari Jones visit the studio as we consider the care and support of children, teenagers and families impacted by Down syndrome. Tune-in as we explore the cause, features, complications, needs, challenges and rewards of this common genetic condition. We hope you can join us!

    Supporting Healthcare Workers Impacted by Grief - PediaCast CME 085

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 65:55


    Dr Megan Schaefer and Dr Natalie Truba visit the studio as we consider the support of healthcare workers impacted by grief. Losing a patient or client results in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social concerns. We explore communication, education, and peer support strategies that help. We hope you can join us!

    Caring for Children of Incarcerated Parents - PediaCast CME 084

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 63:30


    Drs Alex Kemper and Rosemary Martoma visit the studio as we consider caring for children of incarcerated parents. These kids are impacted by many physical, mental and social challenges… and pediatric providers are in a perfect position to support and advocate for them. We hope you can join us!

    Disordered Eating Among Teenagers - PediaCast CME 083

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 67:58


    Dr Casey Levy and clinical dieticians, Sakiko Minagawa and Jamie Glodowski, visit the studio as we consider disordered eating among teenagers. We explore low energy availability, anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. Tune in to learn symptoms, diagnosis and management of these common conditions. Free Category 1 CME/CE for listeners. We hope you can join us!

    Diagnosis and Management of ADHD - PediaCast CME 082

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2022 57:49


    Dr Abigail Caserta and Dr Kristina Jiner visit the studio as we explore the diagnosis and management of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Also considered: epidemiology, pathophysiology and best practices for supporting children and teens impacted by this common condition. We hope you can join us!

    Supporting Children and Teens with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus - PediaCast CME 081

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 71:44


    Dr Aurelia Wood and Dr Kajal Gandhi visit the studio as we consider support for those impacted by type 1 diabetes mellitus. We review pathogenesis, symptoms, diagnosis and management of this common disease… and explore an innovative school-based program called Diabetes DASH. We hope you can join us!

    Academic Bullying in the Medical Setting - PediaCast CME 080

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 51:39


    Dr Maya Iyer visits the studio as we consider academic bullying in the medical setting. We explore typical patterns of bullying, the impact these behaviors have on individuals, institutions and patient care… and strategic interventions aimed at reducing incidence and impact. We hope you can join us!

    Pediatric Pain... from the Family Perspective - PediaCast CME 079

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 51:07


    Dr DJ Scherzer and child life specialist, Courtney Hall, visit the studio as we consider pediatric pain… from the family perspective. Acute pain not only impacts children; it also affects the entire family. Learn why… and how pediatric providers can help. We hope you can join us!

    Management of Class III Malocclusion with BAMP and Bollard Plates - PediaCast CME 078

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 51:01


    Drs Kaitrin Kramer, Ibby Khansa and Greg Pearson visit the studio as we consider the management of class III malocclusion (underbite) with bone-anchored maxillary protraction (BAMP) and Bollard plates. Discover the who, what, when, where, why and how of this condition and its treatment. We hope you can join us!

    Complex Communication Needs - PediaCast CME 077

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 49:22


    Dr Jamie Boster and Bridgett Collins visit the studio as we consider the challenges faced by children with complex communication needs and the role of speech-language pathologists in helping families overcome them. We also explore augmentative and alternative communication devices and their role in helping families communicate. We hope you can join us!

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    Eosinophilic Esophagitis - PediaCast CME 076

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 54:51


    The incidence of eosinophilic esophagitis is on the rise. Dr Rajitha Venkatesh and Dr Elizabeth Erwin visit the studio as we explore the ins and outs of this condition. We hope you can join us!

    Genomics 101: An Introduction to Next-Generation Sequencing - PediaCast CME 075

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 64:27


    Dr Rick Wilson and Dr Elaine Mardis visit the studio as we consider the basics of genomic medicine. Learn how DNA is sequenced, explored and used to inform the diagnosis, prognosis and management of human disease. We hope you can join us!

    The Brief Resolved Unexplained Event (BRUE) - PediaCast CME 074

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 54:46


    Drs Meghan Fennell and Vanessa Thiel visit the studio as we consider the brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE). Learn what this term means, when to worry and what to do… in this resident-led episode. We hope you can join us!

    Introduction to EQ: Emotional Intelligence in Clinical and Academic Medicine - PediaCast CME 073

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 67:37


    Erica Banta is the Director of Talent Management for The Ohio State University and an emotional intelligence (EQ) expert. She visits the studio as we explore the four key skills of EQ and their impact on clinical and academic medicine. We hope you can join us!

    Food Allergy Update - PediaCast CME 072

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 70:36


    Dr Dave Stukus visits the studio as we provide an update on food allergies. Discover best practices for diagnosing, treating and preventing this common problem. We cover food challenges, oral immunotherapy, peanut introduction for babies… and more!

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    The Many Complications of Sickle Cell Disease - PediaCast CME 071

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 69:48


    Dr Susan Creary visits the studio as we consider sickle cell disease and its many complications, including frequent infections, pain crisis, acute chest syndrome and stroke. Free Category 1 CME/CE Credit for listeners. We hope you can join us!

    Bacterial and Viral Meningitis - PediaCast CME 070

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 55:43


    We have another resident-led episode of our podcast this week as Drs Daniel Schmitz and Brandon Barsky review bacterial and viral meningitis in children and teenagers. We explore causes, symptoms, diagnosis, management and prevention. We hope you can join us!

    Physical Activity and Strength Training - PediaCast CME 069

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 63:05


    Dr Staci Fischer and Herman Hundley visit the studio as we consider physical activity and strength training in children and teenagers. How much and what sort of daily activity is recommended? And what type of strength training program is safe for growing kids? Tune in to find out!

    Pediatric Sepsis: Rapid Recognition and First-Hour Management - PediaCast CME 068

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 60:21


    Dr Julia Lloyd visits the studio as we consider rapid recognition and first-hour management of pediatric sepsis. All who treat children must recognize this life-threatening condition and stand ready to intervene quickly. Tune in to learn how!

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    Tics, Tourette's and Functional Movement Disorders - PediaCast CME 067

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 64:43


    Dr Janice Moreland and Brandon Morgan visit the studio as we consider tics, Tourette Syndrome and functional movement disorders. These conditions are somewhat related, sometimes confused and often misunderstood. Tune in as we explore each, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis. We hope you can join us!

    Supporting Transgender and Gender Diverse Youth in Pediatric Practice - PediaCast CME 066

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 69:15


    Dr Scott Leibowitz visits the studio as we consider support for transgender and gender diverse youth in pediatric practice. Gender identity is an important element of childhood development, and pediatric professionals are well-positioned to support families when challenges arise. Tune in to learn how!

    Preventing HIV Infection with Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) - PediaCast CME 065

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 58:55


    Dr Megan Brundrett visits the studio as we consider the prevention of HIV infection with Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). We explore identification and support of at-risk youth and discuss the benefits, risks and side effects of PrEP medications. We hope you can join us!

    Community-Acquired Pneumonia - PediaCast CME 064

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 49:04


    Join us for another resident-led episode of PediaCast CME. This week, Dr Sabine Eid and Dr Kristin Sundy-Boyles visit the studio as we consider community-acquired pneumonia. Learn the cause, presentation, diagnosis and management of this condition… and earn Category 1 CME as you listen!

    Management of Post-Concussion Syndrome - PediaCast CME 063

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 59:38


    Drs Sean Rose and Kelly McNally visit the studio as we consider complex concussions and the management of post-concussion syndrome. We explore prolonged symptoms following a concussion, including why they occur, how they are treated and best practices for supporting affected families. We hope you can join us!

    COVID-19 Vaccines - PediaCast CME 062

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 62:02


    Dr David Stukus visits the studio as we explore COVID-19 vaccines. Learn about the various types, including how each one works and expected side effects. We discuss the clinical trials and FDA approval process... and we highlight the overall benefits and risks of vaccination. Also considered: vaccine hesitancy among healthcare workers and the general public. We hope you can join us!

    Applying Cognitive and Behavioral Techniques in the Medical Setting - PediaCast CME 061

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 69:25


    Dr Parker Huston and Dr Lindsey Vater visit the studio as we consider the application of cognitive and behavioral techniques in the medical setting. How are they used, who will they help and when should we refer? Join us to find out!

    Skin and Soft Tissue Infections - PediaCast CME 060

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 47:01


    We have another resident-led episode for you this week as Drs Dan Schmitz and Abha Athale discuss skin and soft tissue infections. We explore the presentation, diagnosis and management of cellulitis, abscess, impetigo, erysipelas… and more!

    Acute Flaccid Myelitis and Nerve Transfer Surgery - PediaCast CME 059

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 68:37


    Complications from poliovirus were a thing of the past until a polio-like illness appeared in 2012. Enterovirus D68 is a likely cause of this new disorder but the impact on children is remarkably similar to polio. Drs Amy Moore, Kim Bjorklund and Wilawan Nopkhun visit the studio as we explore the cause, diagnosis and treatment of acute flaccid myelitis, including a promising procedure called nerve transfer surgery. We hope you can join us!

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