The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success
A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into just what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.
Episodes
244 episodes
234 Will AI Replace Pediatricians with Dr. Igor Trogan MD
AI Won’t Replace Pediatricians—But Pediatricians Using AI WillIn this Pediatric Lounge episode, hosts George and Herb talk with Dr. Igor Trogan about why AI is becoming essential for independent pediatric practices, emphasizing that amb...
233 The Brand Is Your Doctor Now
The Brand Is Your Doctor Now: Provider-Agnostic Care and the Risk to Relationship-Based PediatricsOn The Pediatric Lounge, hosts discuss “provider-agnostic” or “physician-agnostic” care with pediatrician Dr. James Reilly, arguing corpor...
232 “The Five-Day Weekend: What a Doctor Needs to Know About Retirement” Neil Bellovin M.D.
The Five-Day Weekend: Retirement Planning and Practice Legacy for PediatriciansIn this Pediatric Lounge episode, hosts discuss Nicholas Children’s upcoming postgraduate pediatrics CME conference and then interview repeat guest Dr. Neil ...
231 Payor Advocacy and Payment Systems
Expanding Bluebird Kids Health: Access, Value-Based Pediatrics, and Payment AdvocacyHost Dr. Her Bravo welcomes Dr. Shannon Fox Levine and talk about her move into Bluebird Kids Health, which is expanding Palm Beach Pediatrics’ val...
230 AI in Medical Education
Artificial Intelligence in Medical Education: Opportunities, Risks, and GuardrailsIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts welcome back Dr. Rani Gareige, director of medical education and designated institutional official at N...
229 The Real Economics of Pediatric Vaccination with Gail Schonfeld MD
The Misery of the Vaccine Business: The Real Economics of Pediatric VaccinationIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts reflect on the PMI conference in New Orleans and discuss how U.S. pediatricians are portrayed as “bad guys...
228 Back Where It All Begins with Jason Halegoua, MD, PhD, MBA
Back to Where It All Begins: The Journey of Dr. Jason HauaIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, hosts George and Jason introduce Dr. Jason Haua, who shares his unique career story of moving from leading a large, successful in...
227 The Future of Pediatrics: Navigating Change with Implementation and Leadership
The Pediatric Lounge: Advocating for Pediatric Care and Independent PracticesIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, the hosts discuss various topics relevant to pediatric care and independent practices. They highlight an upcom...
226 What's New With Chip Hart and Where Does The Business of Peds Go Next
In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, Dr. Rogu and Dr. Bravo welcome Chip Hart from PCC to discuss practical paths to fairer insurance reimbursement in pediatrics. They delve into the complexities of pediatric payment structures, including d...
225 Years In Independent Practice, What Worked and What I learned
The Journey of Independent Pediatric Practice with Dr. Brian BirchIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herbie welcome back Dr. Brian Birch to discuss his two years of experience running an independent pediatric prac...
224 The Brain-Gut Connection
Applying Implementation Science to the New Paradigm of Autoimmune Diabetes: Preserving Beta Cells Through Early ScreeningThe Brain-Gut Connection: Exploring Pediatric Gastrointestinal Psyc...
Redefining type 1 diabetes: Early identification, staging, and clinical implications for pediatric care
Article: https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/redefining-type-1-diabetes-early-ide...
223 Goal Setting fro Private Practice 2026 Click and Clack
Setting Goals for 2026 in Pediatric Private PracticesIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, Dr. Bravo and Dr. Click and Clack (George and Herb), discuss the importance of setting intentional goals for pediatric private practices as th...
222 Redefining type 1 diabetes: Early identification, staging, and clinical implications for pediatric care
Transforming T1D Care: Innovations, Early Detection, and Empowered Pediatric PracticeArticle:
221 Setting Goals For 2026 With Dr. Cliff James
The Pediatric Lounge: Setting Goals and Improving Practice with Dr. Cliff JamesIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Dr. Bravo are joined by Dr. Cliff James to discuss setting goals for 2026 in the pediatric practice...
220 What Click and Clack Are Greateful for Thanksgiving 2025
Gratitude and Reflection in Pediatrics: Thanksgiving 2025In this special episode recorded on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving 2025, hosts Dr. Rogu and Dr. Bravo discuss what they're thankful for within the field of pediatrics. <...
219 Making Neurodevelopment Simple and Profitable with Susan Gunduz M.D.
Innovative Approaches to Pediatric Neurodevelopmental ScreeningIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts interview Dr. Susan Gunduz, an independent pediatrician and founder of Northport Pediatrics. Dr. Gunduz discusses her inno...
218 Social Media and Speaking to Parents in 2025 — Dr. Darria
Navigating Social Media and Pediatric Care: Insights from Dr. Darria LongIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts Dr. Rogu and Dr. Bravo welcome Dr. Darria Long, an emergency room physician and social media communicator with a bac...
217 President of Med-Chi , Judge, Patholagist and Friend
PathologistIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, listeners are invited behind the doors of the Physician's Lounge to delve into the profound discussions amongst doctors. Hosting an in-depth conversation, the episode highlights an inv...
216 Crossfire The ACIP Meeting and The AAP
In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts Dr. Bravo and George discuss various topics ranging from significant healthcare events to internal policy challenges. They highlight important conferences such as the
215 What I learned in Medical School: 50 Years Later with Dr. Dan Levy
Reflections on 50 Years in Pediatrics: An Interview with Dr. Dan LevyIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, hosts George and Herb sit down with Dr. Dan Levy, a seasoned pediatrician with 50 years of experience. Dr. Levy discus...
214 Jean Marconi M.D. Another Clinical Report and Screening Tool
Advancements and Challenges in Pediatric Mental Health ScreeningIn this episode of "The Pediatric Lounge," hosts discuss the importance and implications of mental health screening in pediatric care. Guest Dr. Jean Marconi, Senior VP of ...
212 "From Stand-Up to Stethoscope" with Brad Nieder, MD
Bringing Humor to Healthcare: A Chat with the Healthy HumoristIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts discuss the importance of humor in medicine with Dr. Brad Neer, also known as the Healthy Humorist. Dr. Neer shares his jou...
211 Communication in an age where people just set their hair on fire !!
Navigating Communication in Pediatrics and Public Health Policy ChallengesIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, the hosts discuss the recent passing of Resolution 29 at the Leadership Conference, emphasizing its significance in preve...
210 Wait, My Friend Dr. Tyler was on your podcast? Let me tell you !!
Advocacy, Community, and Preventive Health: Insights from Dr. Jose Cucalon CalderonIn this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, listeners are introduced to Dr. Jose Cucalon Calderon, a dedicated pediatrician with extensive experience in cli...