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The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success

The Pediatric Lounge, Where Pediatric Physicians Come to Share Their Stories and Success

By: Dr. George Rogu MD MBA and Dr. Herb Bravo
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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.

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  • 203 Rural Pediatrics: Where Every Child Still Matters with Eric Tyler M.D.
    Jul 22 2025

    Rural Pediatrics: A Conversation with Dr. Eric Tyler

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts George and Herb welcome Dr. Eric Tyler, a seasoned pediatrician with over 40 years of experience in rural Alabama. Dr. Tyler shares his journey into pediatrics, inspired by his childhood experiences and his work ethic instilled by his farming upbringing. He discusses the unique challenges and rewards of practicing pediatrics in a rural setting, addressing the impact of adverse childhood experiences and the importance of community engagement. Dr. Tyler emphasizes the need for systemic changes in healthcare funding and education to better support rural pediatricians and their patients. He also shares innovative community initiatives aimed at improving children's health and well-being, including a meditation program for local schools and telehealth services for mental health. The conversation underscores the importance of rethinking dogma in medical practice to better meet the needs of underserved populations.

    00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
    00:28 Meet Dr. Eric Tyler: A Rural Pediatrician
    01:22 Dr. Tyler's Journey into Medicine
    01:34 Life on the Farm and Early Influences
    03:03 Medical Training and Early Career
    04:34 Challenges and Rewards of Rural Pediatrics
    15:09 Community Engagement and Initiatives
    24:24 HPV Vaccination Success
    24:41 Challenges of Accessing Specialists
    25:16 Project Echo and Telehealth Services
    27:22 Medicaid and Healthcare System Issues
    36:38 Adverse Childhood Experiences
    41:22 The Importance of Community and Family
    50:00 Loneliness and Mental Health
    53:09 Reflections on Rural Medicine

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    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



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    57 mins
  • 202 Unknows Knowns with Dr. Seth Kaplan
    Jul 15 2025

    The Pediatric Lounge: Embracing Kindness and Resilience with Dr. Seth Kaplan

    In this episode of The Pediatric Lounge, hosts interview Dr. Seth Kaplan, a seasoned pediatrician with a holistic approach to child healthcare. Dr. Kaplan shares his inspiring journey from facing health challenges as a child to becoming an advocate for children's mental health in Texas. He talks about the profound impact of his recent battle with lymphoma on his approach to life and medical practice, emphasizing the importance of kindness, community, and self-care. Dr. Kaplan also discusses his extensive involvement in organized medicine, policy-making, and his contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The episode underscores the critical need for comprehensive insurance and thoughtful practice management for healthcare providers.

    00:00 Introduction to The Pediatric Lounge
    00:43 Heartfelt Condolences and Reflections
    03:03 Introducing Dr. Seth Kaplan
    04:43 Dr. Kaplan's Journey to Pediatrics
    06:04 Life in Texas vs. New York
    09:54 Involvement in Organized Medicine
    15:06 Challenges and Wins During the Pandemic
    21:15 National Level Contributions and Policies
    38:47 Advocacy in Pediatric Care
    39:16 Community Homes for Adults Incorporated (CHAI)
    41:22 Personal Story of Change Management
    41:32 Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Journey
    49:22 Lessons from the Cancer Experience
    53:04 Importance of Disability Insurance
    59:29 Faith, Meditation, and Kindness Post-Cancer
    01:08:47 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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    SOCIAL Media Pages ===============================
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    🎧 - PODCAST
    👥 - FACEBOOK
    🐦 - TWITTER
    📸 - Instagram
    ➡️ - Linkedin

    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 201 : From Starvation Diets to Insulin, 100 Years of Innovation as We Run Together, Tours the Cure!
    Jul 8 2025

    We sit down with three distinguished endocrinologists—Dr. Kashif Latif, Dr. Michael James Haller, and Dr. Kevin Kaiserman—to discuss the last 100 years of innovation in diabetes treatment, from starvation diets to modern insulin therapy. In this episode, we discuss FDA and non-FDA-approved interventions in medical science. Please do not rely on this podcast for medical advice or as a guide for prescribing. The following were mentioned on the podcast, and you should be aware of their side effects and complete indications as prescribed by the FDA.

    As with any treatment, it’s important to understand the potential adverse reactions with TZIELD. Throughout the TN-10 Study, greater incidences of cytokine release syndrome, serious infections, hypersensitivity reactions, and serum sickness, lymphopenia, and neutropenia were reported in TZIELD-treated patients vs placebo-treated patients. Most common adverse reactions (>10%) were lymphopenia, rash, leukopenia, and headache. These are not all the adverse reactions reported with TZIELD. Please see full Important Safety Information and Prescribing Information.

    AFREZZA can cause serious side effects, including: Sudden lung problems (bronchospasms). In a study, some AFREZZA-treated patients with asthma, whose asthma medication was temporarily withheld, experienced sudden lung problems. Do not use AFREZZA if you have long-term (chronic) lung problems such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Before starting AFREZZA, consult your healthcare clinician.

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    01:25 Early Screening and Universal Screening

    02:18 Dr. Latif's Journey into Endocrinology

    04:22 Dr. Haller's Path to Pediatric Endocrinology

    05:09 Dr. Kaiserman's Career in Diabetes Care

    05:54 The Importance of EHR in Diabetes Management

    08:21 Project ECHO: Extending Community Health Outcomes

    15:39 The Evolution of Insulin Therapy

    24:22 Revolutionizing Diabetes Care with Inhaled Insulin

    28:19 Refrigeration and Stability of Insulin

    28:43 Human Insulin and Genetic Engineering

    30:04 Inhaled Insulin vs. Insulin Pumps

    31:33 Inhaled Insulin for Type 2 Diabetics

    32:28 Challenges in Managing Type 1 Diabetes

    36:23 Preventing and Delaying Insulin Dependency

    38:53 The Importance of Early Screening

    50:14 Future of Type 1 Diabetes Treatment

    Support the show

    🔴 Subscribe for more Doctor stories like this: 🎧Apple and give us a 5-star review.
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    SOCIAL Media Pages ===============================
    📝 - Substack
    🎧 - PODCAST
    👥 - FACEBOOK
    🐦 - TWITTER
    📸 - Instagram
    ➡️ - Linkedin

    The Pediatric Lounge - A Podcast taking you behind the door of the Physician's Lounge to get a deeper insight into what docs are talking about today, from the clinically profound to the wonderfully routine...and everything in between.

    The conversations are not intended as medical advice, and the opinions expressed are solely those of the host and guest.



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    56 mins

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