Podcasts about lurie children

Joint pain is a common concern in pediatric practice. If a child is limping after sports or describes vague aches and pains, it often points to a minor injury or a self-limited condition. But in some cases, joint pain may signal something more serious. The challenge for pediatricians is knowing how to distinguish benign, mechanical causes from symptoms that warrant further evaluation. In this episode, we explain how to identify red herrings versus true red flags in pediatric joint pain. While awaiting a rheumatology referral, we'll talk about what primary care pediatricians can do in the meantime to support children and families facing the possibility of arthritis.    This episode was recorded on the exhibit floor at the 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference in Denver, Colorado. Angela Chun, MD, is the associate program director for the Division of Rheumatology at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. She is also an assistant professor at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.  Some highlights from this episode include: The most common reasons for joint pain in children Understanding juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and how it presents Common pitfalls that may lead to misdiagnosis What providers can do in their offices before a referral  For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

Crain's reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to reflect on trends and themes in the food and beverage industry throughout 2025, including rising costs and shifts in consumer behavior, and what's in store for the year ahead.Plus: New study says Cook County property tax incentives need a refresh, Pritzker signs controversial "medical aid in dying" bill into law, Enova inks $369 million deal to transform from online lender to bank holding company and philanthropists give $11 million for Lurie Children's rare genetic disease program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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As holiday shopping gets underway, U.S. PIRG Education Fund and Lurie Children's hold a news conference with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a Lurie Children's emergency room pediatrician and a parent advocate to discuss the findings of this year's 40th annual "Trouble in Toyland" report.

As holiday shopping gets underway, U.S. PIRG Education Fund and Lurie Children's hold a news conference with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a Lurie Children's emergency room pediatrician and a parent advocate to discuss the findings of this year's 40th annual "Trouble in Toyland" report.

As holiday shopping gets underway, U.S. PIRG Education Fund and Lurie Children's hold a news conference with Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, a Lurie Children's emergency room pediatrician and a parent advocate to discuss the findings of this year's 40th annual "Trouble in Toyland" report.

Send us a textThis discussion features Dr. Beena Kamath-Rayne, a neonatologist at Lurie Children's and Senior Vice President of Global Health and Clinical Skills at the American Academy of Pediatrics, describing how collaborative programs are improving neonatal care quality nationwide. She explains the AAP's NICU Verification (Neonatal Excellence) Program, which supports level II–IV units in evaluating their structures, processes, and outcomes against national standards through a collaborative, non-punitive survey model. Dr. Kamath-Rayne also highlights the DRIVE Network, which captures delivery room practices to address variation, including CPAP use in term infants. Key takeaways include coordinating with obstetric teams, preparing early for NRP updates, and engaging in mentorship and global neonatal initiatives.Support the showAs always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

October 30, 2025 City Club event description: West Side United is a nationally recognized, community-driven hospital collaborative addressing the 20-year life expectancy gap between the Loop and 10 West Side communities. Since 2017, its partners—including RUSH, Lurie Children's, Cook County Health, Sinai Chicago, UI Health, and local leaders—have invested over $350 million in workforce, local […]

Lurie Children's Hospital has received $4 million from pediatric cancer foundation Cal's Angels to establish the Cal's Angels Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program.

Lurie Children's Hospital has received $4 million from pediatric cancer foundation Cal's Angels to establish the Cal's Angels Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program.

Lurie Children's Hospital has received $4 million from pediatric cancer foundation Cal's Angels to establish the Cal's Angels Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program.

Andrew Gabrielson is a pediatric urology fellow at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Stephen Morrissey, the interviewer, is the Executive Managing Editor of the Journal. A.T. Gabrielson and C. Corwin. Occupational Health and Safety on the Chopping Block — What's at Stake? N Engl J Med 2025;393:1353-1355.

This week we review a recent report of the use of phenoxybenzamine for the reduction of SVR in children undergoing congenital heart surgery in India. How does this agent work and what might be the advantage versus other agents like nitroprusside or milrinone which are more commonly used? How does the cost of this agent (or phentolamine) compare with newer agents? We speak with Dr. Rohit Loomba of Lurie Children's Hospital. For those interested, in addition to working as a critical care cardiologist, Dr. Loomba is also a noted cardiac morphologist and his wonderful videos can be seen at the following web address:https://www.youtube.com/@Talking_HeartsToday's paper:DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_868_25

Illinois is one of several states that have created guidance for vaccines that diverges from federal recommendations. As we enter respiratory illness season, what does that mean for medical treatment? In the Loop talks to Chief Operating Officer for Cook County Department of Public Health Dr. Kiran Joshi, Division Head of Pediatric Infectious Diseases at Lurie Children's Hospital Dr. Ravi Jhaveri and Founding Board President of the Black Leadership Advocacy Coalition of Healthcare Equality Creopla Hampton. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

Dr. John Walkup, Chair of the Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Lurie Children’s Hospital, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Tylenol and autism. Yesterday, President Trump announced that Tylenol usage during pregnancy was the cause for autism. Dr. Walkup shares his professional opinion and why the rate of autism diagnoses continues to go […]

This episode of The SHEA Podcast was created with the SHEA Pediatric Epidemiologists and Antibiotic Stewards (PEAS) group specifically for Ronald McDonald House, but the principals would apply to any resident care facility. As of June 2025, the world is experiencing a significant resurgence of measles. The US has documented 1,319 cases across 40 jurisdictions, marking the largest outbreak since 2020. In Europe, there were 12,694 confirmed cases over the last 12 months of reporting – the highest since 1997. Southeast Asia is also heavily affected and, Australia faces its worst outbreak since 2019. Canada has over 3,977 cases reported nationwide – the highest number since the disease was declared to be eliminated in 1998. Together, Matthew Chater, CEO of the Ronald McDonald House in Southwestern Ontario, and Dr. Ayelet Rosenthal from Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago representing SHEA's PEAS group, walk through a case study on what to do if someone infected with measles visited or stayed in a Ronald McDonald House.

In this episode,  Dr. Derek Wheeler, COO of Lurie Children's Hospital and Professor of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, shares insights on driving improvements in patient safety, staff well-being, and family experience while navigating financial headwinds and strengthening the hospital's long-standing reputation for excellence.

Dr. Ravi Jhaveri, head of the Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago's infectious disease division, joins Lisa Dent to urge parents to get COVID shots for their children. Dr. Jhaveri explains that RFK Jr. withdrew the recommendation for children getting COVID shots without proper procedure. Dr. Jhaveri shares the dangers of COVID-19 on children and recommends […]

On July 19, My Block, My Hood, My City hosted its annual Downtown Day. The event brings teens downtown to experience some of what Chicago has to offer. While groups like MBMHMC work to forge connections between teens and their community, proposals like the failed “snap curfew” ordinance can make some young people feel like city leaders don't trust them. Reset sits down with My Block, My Hood, My City CEO Jahmal Cole, high schooler Damarion Spann and Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Lurie Children's chair Dr. John Walkup to discuss how this lack of trust affects young people's outlooks, and how to help forge the connection between the city and teens. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

July 10, 2025: Christopher Scanzera, Interim CIO at Lurie Children's Hospital, and Judy Kirby, Executive Recruiter at Kirby Partners, join Bill for a discussion around interim roles. With 53% of sitting healthcare CIOs having been in their roles for only three years, what Bill dubs “the great CIO musical chairs,” the conversation dives into the critical differences between interim and permanent leadership roles. What unique qualities does an interim leader need to succeed when they have just weeks, not months, to build relationships and drive results? The conversation explores what it really takes to transition from interim to permanent leadership in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape. Key Points: 01:21 The Interim Leadership Landscape 07:24 Building Organizational Alignment 25:11 Compensation and Workload for Interim CIOs 28:40 Preparing for Full-Time CIO Role X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Two deep thinkers and leaders in American healthcare—Dr. Fiona Havers, recently a medical epidemiologist at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, and Dr. Kenneth Michelson, Associate Professor of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Lurie Children's—join Meidas Health host Dr. Vin Gupta for a vital discussion on childhood vaccine schedules and the state of pediatric healthcare in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cedar Connell was 15 years old when he found himself on his way to Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago to begin his treatment for B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in 2022. Cedar and his mom Kiki will talk about the difficult treatment that he went through, including his move from Chicago to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston in 2023. Cedar is now getting ready to do his part for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society as TEAM CONNELLSLLS will be getting ready for a 31 day challenge beginning on July 1st and ending on August 1st to exercise 3 miles each day for that time period, in the hope that they raise 35,000.

It's never too early to start an honest conversation with teens about substance use. In this episode of Health Talks, we sit down with Dr. Maria Rahmandar, an attending physician in Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Lurie Children's Hospital and the founding medical director of their Substance Use and Prevention Program. Dr. Rahmandar shares her personal and professional journey into adolescent substance use treatment, including how a family tragedy shaped her commitment to this work. We dive into timely and complex issues from the evolving potency of cannabis and the rise of nicotine vapes to the intersection of mental health and substance use among teens. Dr. Rahmandar offers practical insights for providers, emphasizing empathy, harm reduction, and the importance of building trust. She also discusses how social media plays a dual role in both connection and risk, and shares strategies for engaging youth in meaningful, nonjudgmental conversations about their health. Whether you're a provider, caregiver, or advocate, this episode is a powerful guide to supporting young people with compassion and clarity.As Dr. Rahmandar reminds us: “It is really important to celebrate those successes, live in the moment, and be proud of people for the hard work they've done.”

In this episode we speak with Brendan Carroll, Co-Founder and Senior Partner at Victory Park Capital (VPC), a global leader in alternative asset management specializing in private asset-backed credit. Founded in 2007 and now a majority-owned affiliate of Janus Henderson Group, VPC offers comprehensive financing and capital markets solutions through its affiliate platform, Triumph Capital Markets. With a global presence across 25 cities, VPC is at the forefront of innovative investment strategies. Brendan leads strategic initiatives, firm operations, and the sourcing of high-impact investment opportunities at VPC. As a key member of VPC's Investment and Valuation Committees, Brendan's leadership is integral to driving the firm's success and delivering exceptional value to its investors. Brendan supports Lurie Children's Hospital. To learn more about this organization click here. I am your host RJ Lumba.  We hope you enjoy the show.  If you like the episode, click to follow.

Charting Pediatrics has created a space where community care meets real-world challenges. Whether we realize it or not, trauma-informed care touches everything we do as pediatricians. What does it mean to really be trauma-informed? How do we create safer, more supportive environments for everyone, especially those carrying invisible wounds? In this episode, we explore how community providers can be a powerful part of healing, not harm. This episode was recorded on the exhibit floor at the 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies Conference in Honolulu, Hawaii. Joining us for this episode is Audrey Brewer, MD, a pediatrician at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. She is also an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Some highlights from this episode include: How a trauma-informed approach can completely change outcomes for kids  The types of trauma pediatricians are most likely to encounter in their practice  The role of the pediatrician in the larger support network for a child dealing with trauma  Opportunities for systemic change within the medical field to improve care for traumatized children For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org. 

Welcome to Dr. M's Women and Children First Podcast, where we explore groundbreaking approaches to health and wellness for women and children. Today, we're honored to introduce Dr. Kevin Boyd, DDS, MSc, a board-certified pediatric dentist and a trailblazer in the field of evolutionary oral medicine. With an illustrious career spanning over three decades, Dr. Boyd practices in Chicago and serves as an attending instructor at Lurie Children's Hospital's Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program, where he also consults for the Sleep Medicine service. Dr. Boyd's unique perspective is rooted in his undergraduate work in Biological Anthropology at Northeastern University as well as a Masters of science in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from Michigan State University. As a Visiting Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania's Museum of Anthropology, he conducts pioneering research into how dietary and lifestyle changes since the Industrial Revolution have impacted craniofacial and respiratory development. His work in Darwinian Dentistry draws on anthropological insights, examining prehistoric fossil records to understand modern systemic diseases, particularly those affecting airway health in children. A passionate advocate for early intervention, Dr. Boyd focuses on preventing and treating craniofacial-respiratory issues in young children, often under age 7, to promote healthy breathing, sleep, and neurocognitive development. Through his global lectures on early childhood malocclusion, pediatric sleep-breathing hygiene, and evolutionary oral medicine, Dr. Boyd is educating clinicians and parents alike. Join us as Dr. Boyd shares his anthropological insights, clinical expertise, and vision for revolutionizing airway health to help women and children thrive. Let's dive in! Dr. M

Join Drs. Neil Skolnik and Sara Wettergreen in this episode as they discuss the importance of emotional wellbeing in overall health. They will explore the connection between mental health and diabetes, focusing on how managing a chronic condition can impact the emotional lives of people living with diabetes and their families. Special guest Dr. Kelsey Brzezinski will also join the conversation.   Please note that this episode includes discussions of sensitive topics, we encourage you to listen with care and understand that the American Diabetes Association® is not an organization that specializes in mental health and only seeks to bring awareness to factors that coincide with a diabetes diagnosis. If you are experiencing challenges seek the support of a licensed medical or mental health professional. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, MD, Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health, Abington, PA Sara Wettergreen, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences; and Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist, UCHealth Lone Tree Primary Care, Aurora, CO Kelsey Brzezinski, PhD, Pediatric Psychologist at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL   Do you have questions or comments you'd like to share with Neil and Sara? Leave a message at (703) 755-7288. Thank you for listening, and don't forget to “follow” Diabetes Day by Day!   Additional resources: If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. SAMHSA mental health help line, which is a no-cost, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service available at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Check out the American Diabetes Association®'s newly updated Mental Health Provider Directory to find to find therapists who specialize in supporting people living with diabetes near you.  

In this inspiring episode of Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno welcomes Jessica Merar, Director of the Dragonfly Foundation Chicago and a certified child life specialist with a heart for healing. Jessica shares her incredible journey from working in pediatric oncology at Lurie Children's Hospital to launching and leading the Chicago chapter of Dragonfly—a nonprofit that now supports over 1,000 pediatric cancer patients and families across eight hospitals. Named a Notable Leader in Healthcare by Crain's Chicago Business, Jessica opens up about the power of responsible influence, the importance of transparency and empathy in leadership, and how community partnerships have helped her deliver tangible impact—including stories of last-minute miracles, like getting air conditioning installed for a child in treatment over a holiday weekend. Jessica reminds us that positive change starts with genuine intent—and that you don't need a title or a plan to make a difference, just the courage to take action.

April 2025 Show Notes Drs. Jill Larson and Vineeta Swaroop from Northwestern University and Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago join the podcast for a journal club-style discussion of their group's studies concerned with care for children with Spina Bifida and Neuromuscular Conditions. The lightening round articles touch on determination of femoral anteversion in the operating room, regional anesthesia for hip surgeries, and the value of tapping for pedicle screws during spine deformity surgery.   Your hosts are Craig Louer (Vanderbilt University), Carter Clement (Manning Family Children's Hospital in New Orleans), Tyler McDonald (University of South Alabama), and Will Morris (Scottish Rite for Children).   Main Event – Spina Bifida Journal Club   Dias LS, Swaroop VT, de Angeli LRA, Larson JE, Rojas AM, Karakostas T. Myelomeningocele: a new functional classification. J Child Orthop. 2021;15(1):1-5. doi:10.1302/1863-2548.15.200248   May JM, DeMaio EL, Larson JE. Long-term Clinical and Radiographic Results of Posteromedial Lateral Release for Neuromuscular Clubfoot Deformity. J Pediatr Orthop. 2025;45(2):87-92. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000002848   Poggiali P, May JM, Larson JE, Dias LS. Talectomy for the Treatment of Rigid Nonidiopathic Clubfoot Deformity: Long-term Follow-up. Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America, Volume 9, 100112   Arkin C, Ihnow S, Dias L, Swaroop VT. Midterm Results of the Ponseti Method for Treatment of Clubfoot in Patients With Spina Bifida. J Pediatr Orthop. 2018;38(10):e588-e592. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000001248   Thompson RM, Foley J, Dias L, Swaroop VT. Hip Status and Long-term Functional Outcomes in Spina Bifida. J Pediatr Orthop. 2019;39(3):e168-e172. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000001266     Lightning Round   Yao B, Li D, Cui J, et al. Establishment of an Accurate and Precise Alternative Intraoperative Technique for Determination of Femoral Version. J Pediatr Orthop. Published online March 21, 2025. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000002920'   Reysner M, Reysner T, Janusz P, et al. Pericapsular Nerve Group (PENG) Block Versus Lumbar Erector Spinae Plane Block (ESPB) in Pediatric Hip Surgery: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Trial. J Pediatr Orthop. 2025;45(4):e324-e330. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000002882   Tate A, Brouillet K, Braithwaite Iv HC, Luhmann SJ. Pedicle Screw Placement in Pediatric and Adolescent Spinal Deformity Surgery: Does Tapping of the Pedicle Screw Tract Increase Safety?. J Pediatr Orthop. 2025;45(5):269-273. doi:10.1097/BPO.0000000000002909

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Harriet Hawkins Harriet Hawkins is a nurse whose remarkable career in healthcare spans over five decades. Harriet began her journey in psychiatry in 1969 before moving into adult critical care and emergency medicine. In 1982, she joined Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago—now Lurie Children's Hospital—where she worked in the NICU and played a key role in launching the Neonatal Pediatric Critical Care Transport Team in 1985. Harriet also founded the hospital's resuscitation program in 2001, expanding education in life-saving certifications such as ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, and more. Beyond her clinical work, Harriet is deeply committed to community outreach and philanthropic service. She has been volunteering at her local homeless shelter since 1996, running a weekly clinic, and has participated in 28 humanitarian mission trips across nine countries. She remains actively involved with the Emergency Nurses Association at both the state and national levels. From pediatric pearls to powerful life lessons, Harriet brings a depth of wisdom shaped by her rich nursing journey. Her passion for life and learning shines through every moment, making this conversation as inspiring as it is informative. Trust us you'll be hoping for a part two before it's even over! This episode is called, "The secret is to adjust your sails." BCEN & Friends Podcast is presented by the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing. We invite you to visit us online at https://bcen.org for additional information about emergency nursing certification, education, and much more. Episode introduction created using elevenlabs.io

UPDATE: This episode originally aired June 28, 2024. Since its airing, Chion Wolf and the Audacious team were awarded a Gracie Award in the Portrait/Biography category for this episode. "The Gracie Awards recognize exemplary programming created by women, for women and about women in all facets of media and entertainment. They also acknowledge the individuals who have made inspirational contributions to the industry." Growing up, Pidgeon Pagonis was told a lot about their medical history: They were born with cancerous ovaries, so the doctors removed them to save their life. Except that wasn't true. In reality, they were born intersex. And those were not cancerous ovaries, they were undescended testes. And that was just the beginning of many truths coming out. Hear their story of discovery, and how they played a massive role in getting the hospital where they were born to reverse their policies on how they treat intersex children. Resources: interACT Advocates for Intersex Youth Intersex resource list by Pidgeon Pagonis Statements on Intersex Care at Lurie Children’s Hospital Recommended episodes: Conception deception: The fight for transparency in the fertility industry Jeffrey Marsh Loves You Being a trans woman in the trucking industry GUEST: Pidgeon Pagonis: Intersex speaker, filmmaker, and consultant; Author of the memoir, Nobody Needs to Know Jessica Severin de Martinez, Khaleel Rahman, Meg Fitzgerald, Robyn Doyon-Aitken, Meg Dalton, Catie Talarski, and Reinett Chefu contributed to this show. Audacious with Chion Wolf is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Tune In, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode. Join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and email.Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In collaboration with the Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) Section of the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. Join me as I discuss The Double Bind with Dana Thompson, MD, the Lauren D. Holinger Professor and Division Head of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how lunch business is faring for downtown restaurants.Plus: Sterling Bay surrendering part of Lincoln Yards to lender, United's first Starlink-equipped plane will take flight in May, Downers Grove landlord inks new lease and fights to save part of complex from distress and a 'significant' donation will fund upgrade for Lurie Children's ER data science.

Grab a cafe au lait and settle in for a nerve-rackingly good conversation with Dr. Carlos Prada, Pediatric Genetics specialist at Northwestern University's Lurie Children's Hospital. Dr. Prada walks us through the most common presentations of NF1, the recently updated diagnostic criteria, and important follow-up screening exams and treatment options. It's an episode so good, even your nerves will be on edge!

Join our host Saidie Rodriguez (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta) as she discusses the topic of Leadership with our panel of guests - Genevieve M. Frey MSN, RN, CPN (Associate Vice President, Heart Center Transformation, Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago), Justin Elhoff, MD (Medical Director, Cardiac ICU, Sunrise Children's Hospital), Kshitij Mistry MD, MMSc (Director, Heart Center Quality Outcomes, Boston Children's Hospital), and Erin M. Dugan, NP (Director, Advanced Practive, Levine Children's Hospital). The panelists share key insights from their PCICS 2024 presentations on Leadership and explore how professionals at all levels, regardless of position or experience, can adopt and cultivate a leadership mindset to drive their professional goals. Join us for this engaging conversation and take away practical tools to advance your own leadership journey. Host: Saidie Rodriguez, MD (Children's Healthcare of Atlanta) Editor & Producer: Christopher Knoll, MD (Phoenix Children's Hospital)

Today, Loretta Brown welcomes Florence Ann Romano! Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital and a proud member of the board of directors at Female Strong.  She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words) Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” stress daily. In an advisory issued on August 28th, the U.S. Surgeon General called parental stress an urgent public health issue. The advisory is a call to action, drawing attention to the stressors that threaten the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers and emphasizing the critical connection between parental mental health and children's long-term development. Florence Ann has also been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets nationwide, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.  She is also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America! Find out more at:  https://florenceann.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Loretta Brown welcomes Florence Ann Romano! Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital and a proud member of the board of directors at Female Strong.  She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words)Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” stress daily. In an advisory issued on August 28th, the U.S. Surgeon General called parental stress an urgent public health issue. The advisory is a call to action, drawing attention to the stressors that threaten the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers and emphasizing the critical connection between parental mental health and children's long-term development.Florence Ann has also been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets nationwide, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.  She is also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America!Find out more at:  https://florenceann.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's deep dive, we"ll learn that transgender teens and their parents speak out after Lurie Children’s paused surgeries.

Lurie Children's has paused gender-affirming surgeries following threats over funding. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses the latest with host Amy Guth. Plus: United Airlines turnaround pays off big for CEO Kirby and other execs, Moody's downgrades Walgreens outlook to negative, AbbVie gets FDA OK on antibiotic therapy that fights resistant bacteria and Aspen Institute climate conference coming to Chicago.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Hundreds Protest Lurie Children's Hospital's Pause Of Gender-Affirming Surgeries: Lurie Children's Hospital said it would pause performing gender-affirming surgeries for patients under 19 in response to an executive order from […]

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses recent leadership moves at Baxter International and Howard Brown Health with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker takes aim at Team Trump over immigration — and Lake Illinois, McDonald's sales improve on stronger international results, Rivian broadens sales of plug-in van once exclusive to Amazon and Lurie Children's pauses gender-affirming surgeries following Trump administration threat.

This week we delve into the world of cardiovascular surgery when we review a recent multicenter ("Ross Collaborative") study of long term outcomes of the Ross procedure in newborns and infants. How durable of a repair is this in this young age range? How does the neo-aortic root grow with time? Why might the neo-aorta not dilate in this age group as much as is reported in older patients following the Ross procedure? Who is a candidate for this approach? How are decisions made between aortic valve repair and Ross procedure? Professor David Winlaw who is director of cardiovascular surgery at Lurie Children's Hospital/Northwestern University joins the podcast this week to discuss the results of this multicenter work on this topic of which he is the senior author.DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2024.06.030

Today, we're diving into a complex and nuanced topic—raising daughters in today's world. Joining me for this conversation is Cathy Adams, a longtime friend of the pod, powerhouse in the parenting space, and champion of mindful, connected parenting. Her latest book, which takes center stage in today's discussion, is Restoring Our Girls: How Real Conversations Shape Our Daughters' Lives, Help Them with Teen Challenges, and Remind Them That They Matter. With her background as a clinical social worker, certified parent coach, and former child and family therapist—as well as her experience as a mom of three daughters and university professor—Cathy brings a rich, multifaceted perspective to this important topic. In this episode, Cathy and I explore the unique challenges girls face today, from societal pressures and cultural conditioning to navigating a fast-paced, often judgmental world. We discuss the importance of parents addressing their own emotional baggage, being mindful of their reactions, and recognizing how fear can hold us back from having the messy but meaningful conversations our daughters need. Cathy also shares strategies for creating judgment-free spaces where girls feel heard, validated, and supported in becoming their authentic selves.   About Cathy Adams Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, co-hosts the long-running Zen Parenting Radio podcast and founded the Zen Parenting Conference in Chicago. She is the author of Zen Parenting and Living What You Want Your Kids to Learn (both Nautilus Award and International Book Award winners) and her upcoming 2025 release, Restoring Our Girls. Cathy is a clinical social worker, certified parent coach, former elementary school educator, and yoga teacher. She was a blogger for The Huffington Post and a former columnist for Chicago Parent Magazine. She previously worked as a Child and Family Therapist and Clinical Educator at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and now teaches in the Sociology and Criminology Department at Dominican University. She lives outside Chicago with her husband, Todd, and their three daughters.   Things you'll learn How cultural conditioning and societal expectations on girls can impact them (and what we need to know about it) Why parents must address their own emotional baggage to avoid projecting it onto their children How being mindful of our own reactions in the moment will help us communicate more effectively with our children The role fear plays in preventing meaningful conversations which leads to missed connection opportunities The benefits of engaging in messy and imperfect conversations for promoting authenticity How to create a judgment-free space where girls feel heard and validated to support their emotional growth   Resources Zen Parenting website and resources Restoring Our Girls: How Real Conversations Shape Our Daughters' Lives, Help Them with Teen Challenges, and Remind Them That They Matter by Cathy Adams Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World by Cathy Adams Zen Parenting 2025 Summit Zen Parenting on Instagram Cathy Adams on Zen Parenting & Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World (Tilt Parenting podcast) Zen Parenting on Facebook Zen Parenting Radio podcast Getting Aligned Through Parenting and Marriage Challenges, with Zen Parenting's Cathy and Todd Adams (Tilt Parenting podcast) Pop Culturing Podcast Rescuing Our Sons: 8 Solutions to Our Crisis of Disaffected Teen Boys by Dr. John Duffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Cathy Adams. We're talking about engaging in those hard, honest conversations with our teen girls. Cathy and I dig into the messiness of the teen years. We discuss the importance of focusing on resiliency, not happiness, what is happening to Gen Z girls today, and why we need to appreciate the girls we have.   Guest Description Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, co-hosts the long-running Zen Parenting Radio podcast and founded the Zen Parenting Conference in Chicago. She is the author of Zen Parenting and Living What You Want Your Kids to Learn (both Nautilus Award and International Book Award winners) and her upcoming 2025 release, Restoring Our Girls. Cathy is a clinical social worker, certified parent coach, former elementary school educator, and yoga teacher. She was a blogger for The Huffington Post and a former columnist for Chicago Parent Magazine. She previously worked as a Child and Family Therapist and Clinical Educator at Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and now teaches in the Sociology and Criminology Department at Dominican University. She lives outside Chicago with her husband, Todd, and their three daughters. Takeaways from the show Cathy's new book “Restoring Our Girls”  Adolescent girls' mental health  Expectations & contradictions young women face  The messiness of the teen years doesn't make them bad years  Your teenage experience is NOT the experience that teens today are having  Engaging in conversations instead of lecturing  The importance of teaching critical thinking Why we need adolescent girls to take risks  The meaning and joy of mother & daughter relationships  Adolescents developing their unique inner dialogue  For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It's a very special episode as we welcome in Conner Cain - the winner of the Insider For A Day auction benefitting Lurie Children's Hospital. Conner helped pick the topis as well as the guest. In store for today we have Tom Beckman of Goldfinger Brewing and Jude La Rose of Hop Butcher. Doug Veliky also makes an appearance too for good measure. Special thanks to Conner and Doug for making this happen!silent auction we did with Doug/Lurie Children's Hospital

Send us a textBen and Daphna are joined by Dr. Karna Murthy from Lurie Children's Hospital to discuss CHNC's innovative approach to risk adjustment for neonatal outcomes. Dr. Murthy shares insights into developing new tools for comparing NICU performance across hospitals, allowing centers to benchmark outcomes in rare conditions like diaphragmatic hernia and severe BPD. He also offers a look into the future of the CHNC Symposium, including expanded workshops and collaborative sessions. Tune in to learn how these efforts aim to drive continuous improvement in neonatal care.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textBen and Daphna speak with Dr. Mehul Raval, Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at Lurie Children's Hospital, about his work on enhancing neonatal surgical recovery. Dr. Raval shares insights from his presentation on implementing enhanced recovery protocols, emphasizing a holistic approach to surgery—covering preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. From minimizing opioid use to involving parents in care, he outlines evidence-based practices aimed at reducing complications and improving outcomes. Join this conversation for a closer look at optimizing surgical recovery for neonatal patients.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

Send us a textBen and Daphna speak with Dr. Aaron Hamvas from Lurie Children's Hospital about his research on bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) and its potential genetic factors. Dr. Hamvas discusses the complexities of BPD, including the role genetics might play in predisposing infants to the condition. He introduces the “Leopard Project,” a new NIH-funded study using AI and novel genomics techniques to explore long-term respiratory outcomes in preterm infants. Join the conversation for insights into how genetics and advanced data analysis could redefine our understanding of BPD and its lifelong impacts.As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: nicupodcast@gmail.com. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!

This conversation discusses suicide and suicidal ideation in young people. Please take care while listening. If you or a loved one is thinking about suicide or self-harm, text TALK to 741-741 or call 9-8-8 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.In the United States, suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people aged 10 to 24. One in five high school students seriously considered attempting suicide in 2023, according to the latest data from the CDC.Doctors, researchers, and mental health professionals have been looking for solutions to support our country's struggling youth. One place to start is in hospital emergency departments.How can emergency departments be better equipped to help struggling teens, and potentially save lives?Guest host Anna Rothschild is joined by Dr. Samaa Kemal, an emergency medicine physician at the Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago to discuss her research on the subject.The following resources are available if you or someone close to you is in need of mental health support:Call 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Or text TALK to 741-741.Call 1-800-662-HELP for the SAMHSA National Helpline; they can provide referral and information services for mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment.Locate additional resources through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.Transcript for this segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.