Angelo Giardino, Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah, shares how his role is evolving, especially in addressing pediatric mental health and other pressing healthcare areas. He discusses the transformative impact of AI in alleviating the documentation workload for healthcare providers, allowing for more focus on patient care. Angelo also emphasizes the critical role Medicaid plays in supporting underserved children, serving as an essential foundation for ensuring their access to health services.

In this episode, Dr. Scott Krugman, Vice Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at LifeBridge Health, discusses the growing challenges facing pediatric inpatient units. He explores the reasons behind hospital closures, the ripple effects on communities, and the steps healthcare leaders must take to ensure children receive timely and adequate care.

In this episode, Dr. Barry Newman, Pediatric Surgeon and former Director of Pediatric Surgery at Providence Health, discusses his efforts in reducing clinician burnout through healthcare informatics. He shares his insights on the challenges of electronic health records, the future of healthcare technology, and the importance of re-engaging clinicians to improve the healthcare system.