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A Dose of Optimism

Omkar Kulkarni
Pediatric Healthcare
Healthcare Innovation
Pediatric Care
Food Allergies
Food Insecurity
Public Health
Food Deserts
Pediatric Health
AI In Healthcare
Artificial Intelligence
Pediatric Telehealth
Kidsx
Nutrition Science
Chronic Disease Prevention
Medically Tailored Grocery Delivery
Eating Disorders
Autism
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Remote Patient Monitoring
Mental Health

A Dose of Optimism is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of healthcare innovation and the optimists driving meaningful change.

Hosted by Omkar Kulkarni, this show shines a light on bold ideas, transformative solutions, and the passionate individuals working every day to make healthcare better for children and their families.

Each episode dives into the real-world challenges facing the h... more

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Latest Episodes

What if technology could make a frightened child feel safer, less alone, or better understood, without replacing the human beings who care for them? In this episode, three innovators share how they are using avatars, robots, and wearable sensors to i... more

Three very different innovations. Three very different settings. One shared direction: pediatric care moving closer to children and families.

Dr. John Cleveland, Associate Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, shares th... more

For too long, diabetes and obesity in children have been treated as failures of willpower, by the child, by the parent, by the family. In this episode, three innovators share how they are rewriting that story.

Dr. Jennifer Raymond, Division Chief of... more

What does it look like to meet a child where they are, not just physically, but technologically, emotionally, and clinically? In this episode, three innovators share how they are redesigning pediatric care delivery around the child rather than around... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Raymond
Guest discussing diabetes landscape and care delivery
Episode: Diabetes & Obesity Management
Dr. Vidmar
Head of obesity management and bariatric program at CHLA
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Episode: Diabetes & Obesity Management
Caitlin Sayegh
Clinical psychologist; leads DASH Lab at CHLA
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Episode: Phone Calls, Home Visits, and Virtual Hearts
Sassan Hashemi
Assistant professor; pioneer in 3D modeling and digital twin tech in pediatrics
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Episode: Phone Calls, Home Visits, and Virtual Hearts
Taylor Beery
Co-founder of Imagine Pediatrics; caregiver advocate
Imagine Pediatrics; Kids Join the Fight (nonprofit)
Episode: Phone Calls, Home Visits, and Virtual Hearts
Heather Brandt
Senior Director of the HPV Cancer Prevention Program at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Episode: HPV Vaccine 20 Year Anniversary Episode
Antoinette Barrett
Nurse practitioner with COACH for Kids program at Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai
Episode: HPV Vaccine 20 Year Anniversary Episode
Catherine Peters
Strategic Director of the ACS Cancer Action Network
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
Episode: HPV Vaccine 20 Year Anniversary Episode
Cynthia Au
Director of Government Relations, ACS Cancer Action Network
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
Episode: HPV Vaccine 20 Year Anniversary Episode

Host

Omkar Kulkarni
Host of A Dose of Optimism

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Great info about pediatric digital health innovation

    Wonderful addition to KidsX community

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zqyvx
    United States8 months ago
  • 5 Stars from a former patient

    I stumbled on this podcast because of what CHLA means to me. I really enjoyed the show and can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian Melekian
    United States9 months ago
  • PodListener

    Thoughtful and encouraging - this is healthcare innovation conversations I wanted to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJBAPE
    United States9 months ago
  • Thoughtful and Inspiring Initiative, Congratulations Omkar!

    Just listened to the trailer of “A Dose of Optimism” a new podcast by Omkar. What a thoughtful and inspiring initiative, dedicated to making children’s health and well-being better through creativity and compassion!

    Heartfelt congratulations to Omkar, and to proud parents Smita and Prakash. Wishing this endeavor continued success in spreading light and positivity!👍🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Madhu Vadnere
    United States9 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates thoughtful healthcare innovation discussions.
Guests are credible and diverse, offering practical takeaways for pediatric care.
Hosting feels uplifting and solutions-focused, which resonates with listeners seeking optimism in health tech.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HPV Vaccine 20 Year Anniversary Episode
Q: What makes HPV vaccination uniquely effective in cancer prevention?
HPV vaccination targets infection before it occurs, preventing HPV strains that cause multiple cancers, which translates into substantial reductions in cancer incidence over time.
Teens, Tech, and Belonging: What the Data Says About Youth Well-Being
Q: Kristine, when will applications for the next funding cohort be due?
Applications will be due on May 19th, with a long LOI period followed by a full application process for those invited to advance.
Teens, Tech, and Belonging: What the Data Says About Youth Well-Being
Q: So what is something you're most proud of in terms of the accomplishments you've had so far?
The most proud moment is the work around AI in youth wellbeing, particularly how AI usage among youth reveals nuanced, purpose-driven patterns that vary by socioeconomic status and identity, and the emphasis on guiding parental and adult conversations to foster healthy AI adoption.
Teens, Tech, and Belonging: What the Data Says About Youth Well-Being
Q: Kristine, what is Youth Futures and how did it get started?
Youth Futures started as a response to the need for a central ecosystem that can connect diverse voices in youth development and build a flywheel to fund and amplify effective programs across regions, ultimately helping organizations scale their work while preserving a focus on developmentally appropriate support.
Researchers at Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Q: What were you doing before the current technology, and what's the standard prior to this imaging approach for fetal cardiac work?
Fetal ultrasound remains standard, but when the baby is in a problematic position or the maternal body affects sound transmission, fetal cardiac MRI offers a valuable, radiation-free alternative that can yield diagnostic quality images where ultrasound can't reach.

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What is A Dose of Optimism about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A dose of optimism centers on healthcare innovation for children, highlighting bold ideas and practical solutions from leaders, founders, clinicians, and patient advocates. Episodes span digital health, AI in pediatrics, nutrition, mental health, and care delivery, with a strong emphasis on improving access, outcomes, and lived experiences for families. A distinctive thread is the mix of enterprise-level leadership and founder-driven storytelling, offering actionable insights for both healthcare professionals and sponsors seeking meaningful impact in kids' health.

Noteworthy elements include a focus on real-world challenges faced by pediatric care systems, the integration of technology to enhance care, and stories of resilience from parent... more

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1. Dr. Raymond
2. Dr. Vidmar
3. Caitlin Sayegh
4. Sassan Hashemi
5. Taylor Beery
6. Heather Brandt
7. Antoinette Barrett
8. Catherine Peters

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