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Interview with a Pedipod

POSNA
Pediatric Orthopedics
Artificial Intelligence
Education
Posna
Ipos
Gun Violence
Mentorship
Residency Training
Leadership In Medicine
Hip Dysplasia
Pediatric Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Limb Deformity
Pediatric Orthopaedics
Healthcare Innovation
Medical Technology
Stroke Diagnosis
Women's Sports Medicine
Ruth Jackson Orthopedic Society
Children's Health
International Collaboration

Interviews with leaders in pediatric orthopedics covering their careers, philosophies, home life, thoughts on the future of the field, and more.

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Latest Episodes

Mike Busch from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) talks to his partner Nick Fletcher about his career as one of the country's first pediatric sports medicine surgeons, the growth of the Atlanta Scottish Rite practice and his groups' transition ... more

Dr. Chris Iobst from Nationwide Children's Hospital joins Nick Fletcher from CHOA to talk about his career as a limb lengthening surgeon which was almost cut short prematurely by two major health issues. Dr. Iobst opens up about how his feelings of i... more

Join Nick Fletcher as he is joined by former POSNA president Steve Frick from OrthoCarolina as well as Steve's long time friend and current POSNA president, Kevin Shea. The three of us have a terrific discussion centered on leadership, surgeon improv... more

Nick Fletcher speaks with Jen Bauer from Seattle Children's about mentorship and being a mentee, managing complications, tackling cervical spine surgery, career development and finding balance. The interview finishes with an exciting lightning round ... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Busch
Pediatric orthopedic surgeon; pioneer in pediatric sports medicine
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA)
Episode: Dr. Michael Busch
Chris Iobst
Pediatric orthopedic surgeon specializing in limb deformity
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Episode: Dr. Christopher Iobst, January 2026
Steve Frick
Former Posna president, Chief of Pediatric Orthopedics at various institutions
Posna, Nemours/Stanford/Ortho Carolina (historical roles)
Episode: Steve Frick, MD (with Kevin Shea, MD)
Kevin Shea
Current Posna president, long-time Stanford orthopedics leader
Stanford University, Posna
Episode: Steve Frick, MD (with Kevin Shea, MD)
Jennifer Bauer
Associate Professor and Chief of Spine at Seattle Children's
Seattle Children's
Episode: Dr. Jennifer Bauer, September 2025
Frances Farley
Chief medical officer, Shriner's Hospitals; 2025 Posna Distinguished Achievement Award recipient
Shriner's Hospitals for Children / Posna
Episode: Dr. Frances Farley, August 2025
Pablo Castaneda
Chief and Director of the International Surgery Program at Texas Children's Hospital; President of the International Hip Dysplasia Institute
Texas Children's Hospital; International Hip Dysplasia Institute
Episode: Dr. Pablo Castaneda, July 2025
Tony Herring
A leading pediatric orthopedic surgeon and educator known for his contributions to the field and his compassionate approach to patient care.
Texas Scottish Rite Hospital
Episode: Dr. Tony Herring, April 2025
Peter Newton
Chief of Orthopedics at Rady Children's Hospital, pioneer in pediatric spine surgery and biomechanics research.
Rady Children's Hospital
Episode: Dr. Peter Newton

Host

Nick Fletcher
Host and pediatric orthopedic specialist with a focus on mentorship and community-oriented healthcare.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • This is great!

    Really enjoy this podcast, so many informative interesting conversations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaveyM88
    Irelanda year ago
  • Snapshot of POSNA

    This is a terrific way to get to know POSNA and all the great work our members are doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SRS Member
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    As a new peds ortho surgeon, this podcast is a great listen. It’s great to hear how successful surgeons have made their way to where they are and the challenges they have seen along their way to success. Keep the episodes coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura Bellaire MD
    United States6 years ago

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The podcast is praised for highlighting passionate leaders in pediatric orthopedics and their contributions to the field.
Audiences appreciate the focus on mentorship, personal stories, and professional development in the medical field.
Listeners find the discussions informative and engaging, often noting the valuable insights shared by guests.

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Dr. Frances Farley, August 2025
Q: How did you approach mentorship during your training, and how did that shape your leadership approach?
She explains building a network of mentors early in residency, recognizing the need for multiple mentors for different life and career aspects, and later formalizing mentorship cultures to support junior faculty and fellows.
Dr. Frances Farley, August 2025
Q: Tell me where you're from and how your family influenced your path into medicine.
Farley describes a globally mobile upbringing, with roots in Argentina and the Midwest, and highlights her mother's social work, her father's banking career, and family experiences with scoliosis that steered her toward pediatric orthopedics.
Dr. Coleen Sabatini, January 2025
Q: How do you manage your practice while splitting time between the US and Uganda?
Coleen shares strategies for communication, ensuring her patients receive care from competent colleagues while she's away, balancing relationships with both US and Ugandan teams.
Dr. Coleen Sabatini, January 2025
Q: What do you gain from the MPH program you pursued?
Coleen discusses how her MPH, especially in quantitative methods, has enriched her research capabilities and her network of colleagues in public health.
Dr. Coleen Sabatini, January 2025
Q: What inspired you to make social justice a career pursuit?
Coleen explains that her background in a predominantly white community sparked an interest in diversity and equity, leading her toward public health and later medicine.

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This podcast features insightful interviews with leaders in pediatric orthopedics, focusing on their careers, philosophies, and personal lives. Topics often include innovative practices in orthopedic care, mentorship, and the ongoing challenges within the field. Guests share experiences that highlight their contributions, not only to medicine but also to communities, underscoring the importance of personal connection and mentorship in shaping the next generation of surgeons. The engaging discussions are likely to resonate with professionals in medicine, particularly those interested in pediatrics, as well as anyone looking to gain insight into the evolving landscape of orthopedic practices.

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Recent guests on Interview with a Pedipod include:

1. Michael Busch
2. Chris Iobst
3. Steve Frick
4. Kevin Shea
5. Jennifer Bauer
6. Frances Farley
7. Pablo Castaneda
8. Tony Herring

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