Navigating Pediatric Practice: Insights from Dr. Robert Wiskind

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, hosts welcome Dr. Robert Wiskind, a seasoned pediatrician with decades of experience in Georgia. Dr. Wiskind shares his journey from medical school at Emory to establishing Peachtree Park Pediatrics and navigating the complexities of independent pediatric practice. The discussion covers the evolution of his practice, from its unique exam room system to growing into a larger facility. Dr. Wiskind emphasizes the value of involving in organized medicine through roles like the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, and his contributions to creating the Children’s Care Network, a clinically integrated network. Additionally, the episode touches on the challenges and future of independent pediatric practices, the benefits of clinical integration, and the importance of adapting to ongoing changes in medicine. The conversation also delves into balancing patient care with administrative duties, and the collaborative efforts required to sustain and improve pediatric healthcare standards.

00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
00:36 Meet Dr. Robert Wiskiind
01:23 Dr. Wiskiind's Journey in Pediatrics
03:07 Peachtree Park Pediatrics: A Legacy
04:25 The Evolution of the Practice
05:12 Partnership Dynamics and Growth
08:39 The Children's Care Network
13:04 Challenges and Successes in Pediatric Care
22:43 The Importance of Organized Medicine
29:08 Balancing Parental Expectations and Medical Judgment
31:52 Challenges of Setting Up a Collaborative Network
32:48 Financial Strategies and Physician Involvement
34:49 Future of Independent Practice
38:32 Role and Structure of Pediatric Committees
43:13 Complexities in Healthcare Policies and Payments
48:41 High Costs of Advanced Medical Treatments
54:13 Socioeconomic Disparities in Healthcare
58:01 Personal Reflections on Career Choices
01:00:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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The Pediatric Lounge: Insights into Pediatric Urgent Care with Dr. Amanda Montalbano

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, Dr. Amanda Montalbano, a general pediatrician with extensive experience in pediatric urgent care, joins the conversation. The discussion covers a range of topics including the importance of implementation sciences in medicine, the challenges of training new doctors in urgent care, and the intricacies of managing pediatric urgent care units. Dr. Montalbano also shares her personal journey with her son's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis, highlighting the importance of early screening and intervention. Additional topics include the structure and functioning of pediatric urgent care centers in Kansas City, and the collaboration between general practitioners and urgent care practitioners.

00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
00:35 Meet Dr. Amanda Montalbano
01:44 Choosing Pediatrics: Dr. Montalbano's Journey
03:11 Pediatric Urgent Care: Training and Challenges
06:27 Pediatrics in Kansas City
10:26 Urgent Care Operations and Models
25:34 Research and Data in Pediatric Urgent Care
39:33 Discovering Implementation Science
40:42 The Importance of Measuring Change
42:15 Understanding Resistance to New Technologies
43:24 The Five Whys Technique
46:19 Challenges with AI Scribes
57:34 Advocating for Early Type 1 Diabetes Screening
01:09:06 A Personal Story of Type 1 Diabetes
01:17:56 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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Behavioral Health Integration in Pediatric Care with Dr. Nelson Branco

In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herb are joined by Dr. Nelson Branco, a general pediatrician with a strong commitment to behavioral health and community care, to discuss the future of healthcare and the integration of behavioral health into pediatric medical homes. Dr. Branco shares his journey in pediatrics, his experience working with underserved populations, and the steps his practice took to integrate behavioral health services. The conversation covers the challenges and benefits of behavioral health integration, the importance of collaboration with therapists and psychiatrists, and strategies for managing financial sustainability. The episode also delves into the impact of mental health on pediatricians' burnout and the evolving role of pediatric care in addressing behavioral health concerns.

00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
00:36 Meet Dr. Nelson Branco
01:16 Dr. Bronco's Journey to Pediatrics
03:00 Behavioral Health Integration in Pediatrics
03:54 Building a Behavioral Health Team
05:32 Challenges and Realities of Behavioral Health
07:26 Innovative Solutions and Collaborations
10:17 The Evolution of Pediatric Care
25:24 Pharmacology and Changing Practices
28:56 Training and Preparedness for Physicians
29:39 Virginia Mental Access Program and Project Echo
30:34 Challenges in Child Psychiatry
31:21 Primary Care Mental Health Experience
36:49 Operations and Management in Pediatric Practices
42:16 Behavioral Health Integration and Financial Sustainability
45:11 Burnout and Mental Health in Pediatricians
52:51 Historical Perspective on Pediatric Practice
55:18 Preventative Behavioral Health and Conclusion

Dr. Branco has kindly shared his folder on Mental Health in Pediatrics, which is an incredible resource: https://bit.ly/BHIshared.

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