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PedsCrit

PedsCrit
Pediatric Critical Care
Neuroimaging
Mechanical Ventilation
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Critical Care
Pediatrics
High-Frequency Oscillatory Ventilation
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
High-Frequency Jet Ventilation
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Point Of Care Ultrasound
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
ARDS
Emergency Medicine
Inborn Errors Of Metabolism
RSV Bronchiolitis
Post-Intensive Care Syndrome
Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM)
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRESS)
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Welcome to PedsCrit! We are a collaborative educational PICU podcast working with pediatric critical care educators around the world to create high-yield podcast episodes on core PICU topics. Find us at PedsCrit.com, or reach us via email at PedsCritPodcast@gmail.com. We hope you enjoy!

No financial conflicts of interest.

Each clinical episode is made in coordination with a pediatric intensivi... more

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This episode is produced in collaboration with WFPICCS (the World Federation of Pediatric Intensive and Critical Care Societies) showcasing the talks you can look forward to at WFPICCS 2026 in Melbourne, September 27–30. 

Dr. Sarah Seaton is an Asso... more

Ryan Coleman, MD is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine with dual appointments in Critical Care Medicine and Pulmonary Medicine at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston. He earned his medical degree from the University o... more

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Charles Berde, MD, PhD, is the Sara Page Mayo Chair in Pediatric Pain Medicine and a Professor of Anaesthesia at Harvard Medical School. As a co-founder of the Pain Treatment Center at Boston Children's Hospital, he has spent decades at the forefront... more

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About our Guests: 

Fran Balamuth, MD, PhD, MSCE, is division chief of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Balamuth’s research interests focus on pediatric sepsis recognition using epidemiologic and translatio... more

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Recent Guests

Tanya Perry
Cardiac intensivist, medical director of the VAD Program at Cohen Children's Medical Center (New York)
Cohen Children's Medical Center
Episode: Ventricular Assist Devices with Dr. Tanya Perry --- Part 2: Stroke Prevention and the ACTION Learning Network
Robert Pass
Pediatric cardiologist and electrophysiologist
Mount Sinai Health System, New York City (Children's Heart Center)
Episode: High-Grade AV Block with Robert Pass
Catherine Ross
Pediatric intensivist and resuscitation scientist
Boston Children's Hospital
Episode: Controversial Medications in Cardiac Arrest with Drs. Catherine Ross and Ryan Morgan
Ryan Morgan
Pediatric intensivist and resuscitation scientist
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Episode: Controversial Medications in Cardiac Arrest with Drs. Catherine Ross and Ryan Morgan
Merritt Tuttle
Pediatric Intensivist and Toxicologist
Brenner Children's Hospital / North Carolina Poison Center
Episode: Calcium Channel Blocker Toxicity with Merritt Tuttle
Ayesha Zia
Pediatric hematologist and professor of pediatrics; directs the hemostasis and thrombosis program, UT Southwestern
UT Southwestern
Episode: Pulmonary Embolism with Ayesha Zia
Jamie Jump
Critical care and palliative care physician
Texas Children's Hospital
Episode: Withdrawal of Life Sustaining Therapy with Jaime Jump
Dr. Jennifer Muszynski
Pediatric intensivist and associate chief clinical research officer
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Episode: Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Critical Illness with Dr. Jennifer Muszynski (2/2)
Jennifer Muszynski
Pediatric intensivist and clinician scientist
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Episode: Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Critical Illness with Dr. Jennifer Muszynski (1/2)

Hosts

Alice Shanklin
Pediatric intensivist; Co-host of the show; affiliated with Cohen Children's Medical Center (New York).
Zac Hodges
Pediatric intensivist; Co-host of the show; affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center (Dallas) / PICU.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Greatness

    Enjoying the content… Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobspjr
    United States4 months ago
  • Phenomenal

    Listened to your podcasts with Dr. Reiger on metabolic disorders as my son is presenting like he may have one over the last few years.

    I listen to many medical podcasts, YouTube channels, etc., and that interview was absolutely fantastic. Deb was such a great resource – a wealth of knowledge! The interview questions were succinct and well thought out. I came away from these two episodes feeling empowered and confident that what my son is going through is likely one of the disorders discussed. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joce_RN17
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun and informative

    Love the hosts! Love the topics. I’m never bored by an episode. I especially enjoyed the episodes on CHDs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zoeexotic
    United States2 years ago
  • Ecpr

    Really great ECPR talk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GauthamiSoma
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    Great peds critical care podcast! You guys have great topics and do great interviews… your style works so well together. I’m enjoying it myself as an attending but I also will plan to tell learners about it as a great resource. Way to go!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AM311
    United States3 years ago

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High-quality guest lineup and strong host collaboration are repeatedly praised.
Listeners appreciate concise, expert-led discussions and real-world guidance from guests.
Very informative and practical for PICU teams.

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Talking Points

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Ventricular Assist Devices with Dr. Tanya Perry --- Part 2: Stroke Prevention and the ACTION Learning Network
Q: Do you mind sharing, what's the general or the overall anticoagulation strategy that's used in these patients? Do you stratify the anticoagulation strategy based on risk, and how do you do that?
Anticoagulation is device-specific and tailored to patient risk, with smaller patients (under five kilos) having higher stroke risk. Impella generally requires less systemic anticoagulation, while Berlin and Centromag often use direct thrombin inhibitors like bivalirudin with aspirin, and sometimes avoid heparin when purge solutions are heparin-free. Monitoring includes newer assays like dilute thrombin time, and INR is interpreted cautiously because direct thrombin inhibitors affect it; labs and reference ranges vary by institution, so clinicians rely on clinical assessment alongside tests.
High-Grade AV Block with Robert Pass
Q: What is the recommended initial management for an unstable child with high-grade AV block who remains perfused after fluids?
Stabilize with paced support if needed, consider isoproterenol or epinephrine to improve chronotropy and AV conduction, and rapidly reassess; escalate to temporary pacing while evaluating for underlying etiologies, with involvement of EP and possibly surgical teams.
Calcium Channel Blocker Toxicity with Merritt Tuttle
Q: What are the key organ systems affected by calcium channel blocker toxicity, and what is the pathophysiology behind calcium homeostasis in this context?
Calcium channel blockers mainly impact the cardiovascular system by reducing heart rate and contractility and by causing peripheral vasodilation; they also affect pancreatic calcium channels, reducing insulin release and contributing to hyperglycemia in overdose. The underlying mechanism involves L-type calcium channels in the heart and vasculature, and calcium's role in cardiac muscle contraction and vascular tone, with pancreatic insulin release being inhibited in overdose.
Pulmonary Embolism with Ayesha Zia
Q: What findings on history and physical exam do you feel are most commonly missed or misinterpreted in children who end up having a PE?
Persistent tachycardia, leg swelling suggesting DVT, and syncope or near-syncope are critical but often overlooked signs. Normal blood pressure in children does not guarantee stability; they can be in shock with preserved pressure. These clues should raise suspicion for PE, especially in the presence of competing risk factors like OCP use or leg swelling.
Red Blood Cell Transfusion in Critical Illness with Dr. Jennifer Muszynski (1/2)
Q: When should we transfuse red blood cells in PICU patients?
Transfusion is indicated when hemoglobin falls below certain thresholds, with clinical judgment playing a critical role in decision-making.

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What is PedsCrit about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two clinicians host educational conversations focused on pediatric critical care, with recurring coverage of high-stakes topics such as ventilator and circulatory support, pediatric resuscitation, anticoagulation in device therapies, and end-of-life decision-making. Episodes emphasize practical, case-driven insights from pediatric intensivists, cardiologists, toxicologists, and allied specialists, often exploring multidisciplinary pathways, guideline tensions, and real-world workflows across centers. Noteworthy are episodes that center on device-supported care for kids, controversial pharmacotherapy in arrest, nutrition and transfusion strategies, and WALST, all underscored by a strong emphasis on bedside teamwork and family-centered care. ... more

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1. Tanya Perry
2. Robert Pass
3. Catherine Ross
4. Ryan Morgan
5. Merritt Tuttle
6. Ayesha Zia
7. Jamie Jump
8. Dr. Jennifer Muszynski

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