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Neonatology
Neonatal Care
Preterm Infants
Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
NICU
Quality Improvement
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Pediatrics
Necrotizing Enterocolitis
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Premature Infants
Therapeutic Hypothermia
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Neonatal Medicine
Surfactant Administration
Phototherapy
Family-Centered Care
Neonatal Nutrition
Antenatal Corticosteroids
Maternal Health

A weekly discussion about new evidence in neonatal care and the fascinating individuals who make this progress possible. Hosted by Dr. Ben Courchia and Dr. Daphna Yasova Barbeau.

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Dr. Daniel Rauch, PAS 2026 program chair, joins Ben for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to pull off a conference of this scale β€” and what he's learned from this year's record-breaking attendance in Boston. He reflects on t... more

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Dr. Benny Rossner, PGY-2 pediatrics resident and veteran physician recruiter with 15 years of experience building clinical teams across the country, joins Ben and Rupa for a candid look at the neonatology workforce from a side of th... more

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Dr. Kristen Leeman and Dr. Jonathan Levin join Ben to debrief a packed interactive session on tracheostomy timing and counseling for babies with severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). Using iterative cases and live audience pollin... more

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Dr. Gabriel Altit and Daniela Villegas from the NeoCardioLab at Montreal join Ben and Rupa to reflect on a packed PAS filled with hemodynamics science β€” from pulmonary hypertension phenotyping to heart-brain interactions in the gold... more

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Recent Guests

Benny Rossner
Recruiter; founder of Hiring Healthcare Heroes
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Is the Neonatology Job Market About to Shift Dramatically in Fellows' Favor?
Daniel Rauch
Director / PAS Program Chair
Pediatric Academic Society (PAS)
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - What Goes Into Planning the Biggest Pediatric Conference in the World?
Jonathan Levin
Pulmonologist
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - When Is the Right Time to Talk to a Family About a Tracheostomy for BPD?
Kristen Leeman
Neonatologist
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - When Is the Right Time to Talk to a Family About a Tracheostomy for BPD?
Indrani Bhattacharjee
Guest on the show; presenter from Tufts Medical Center
Tufts Medical Center
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Do We Even Know What a Healthy Preterm Gut Looks Like on Ultrasound?
Thais Queliz
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - How Did One NICU Take 22-Weeker Survival From 12% to 72%?
Arpitha Chiruvolu
Researcher presenting work at PAS 2026
[Not explicitly specified]
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Could Donor Milk Cream Replace Dextrose Gel for Newborn Hypoglycemia?
Kyle Willsey
Pediatrics transport director at Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - What Does It Take to Build a Pediatric Transport Team From Scratch?
David Sas
Pediatric nephrologist
Mayo Clinic
Episode: #440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Could a Quarterly Injection Replace a Liver Transplant for This Rare Kidney Disease?

Hosts

Dr. Ben Courchia
Host and Co-host, a knowledgeable figure in neonatal critical care, engaging in discussions about advancements and evidence in neonatal medicine.
Dr. Daphna Yasova Barbeau
Host and Co-host, emphasizes the significance of ethics and family engagement in neonatal care through practical explorations and professional discourse.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 274 ratings
  • NICU Pharmacist

    I am a NICU pharmacist who rounds at the bedside with providers. This podcast has allowed me to introduce possible changes in practice to our team and helps me stay up to date with new literature.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NICURx
    United States2 years ago
  • Please edit!

    I’m so happy there’s a podcast for this, but these episodes are wayyyy too long, and the guests just ramble on. Please find a way to edit these conversations down. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    christineells
    United States2 years ago
  • Just fabulous!

    I am a Veterinarian from Melbourne, Victoria over in Australia. Currently on maternity leave after having my first baby. I stumbled upon your podcast as a way of trying to keep my brain active during this season of life as I’m at home with my little man. I love him so much but he’s not a great conversationalist (only 15 weeks) and having your podcast playing whilst I’m driving or hanging out at home has helped me in so many ways. I’ve always pondered a switch to medicine in a human sense (I’m cu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VetSarah92
    Australia3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Great information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Awesome,Great,Amazing
    United States3 years ago
  • Dr Satyan interviewed

    Great interview with Dr Satyan. I especially love the way he describes his mentees and grandmentess. What an inspiration. Thanks for the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ERHIII
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the comprehensive discussions on current neonatal research that help them stay informed in their field.
Some listeners noted that they wish for shorter episodes, suggesting that while content is valuable, the length may be daunting in busy schedules.
Many comments express gratitude for the engaging format and the relevance of the content to real-world practices in the NICU.

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#439 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Can We See How a Preterm Brain Is Wiring Itself in Real Time?
Q: For people who aren't familiar with functional MRI, what does that look like?
It looks like a structural MRI, but instead of a single snapshot, it captures brain activity over time to assess how different brain regions are communicating, revealing functional connectivity rather than just anatomy.
#440 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Are Children's Hospitals Running Out of Room to Care?
Q: And giving your expertise, what are some tips for cross-hospital collaboration?
Networking at conferences, using PAS schedule to find keywords of interest, meeting people at posters, and approaching speakers after talks to discuss shared interests.
#439 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Can We Give Fewer Opioids to Babies With Withdrawal Syndrome?
Q: Tell us about Optimize Now.
Optimize Now extends the work from the ESC Now trial by focusing on a systematic pharmacologic approach rather than choosing specific medications, examining how symptom-based dosing compares to traditional methods and exploring how thresholds for pharmacologic treatment are applied across centers.
#439 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Are Language Barriers in the NICU Actually Costing Babies Their Lives?
Q: From a parental perspective, how was the program received in the NICU?
Parents appreciated hospital-based tax preparation services, with many reporting increased trust in the medical team and value in having services embedded in the hospital setting.
#439 - πŸ”΅ [PAS 2026] - Are Language Barriers in the NICU Actually Costing Babies Their Lives?
Q: What if everybody else doesn't know?
The guest explains the concept with practical examples, emphasizing how financial supports can directly influence health outcomes.

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2. Daniel Rauch
3. Jonathan Levin
4. Kristen Leeman
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