The Lead in Peds: Episode Two

Hidden struggles: The reality of pediatric addiction

The Lead in Peds: Episode Two

Hidden struggles: The reality of pediatric addiction

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About the Episode

Siva Kaliamurthy, MD, director of the Addictions Program, and our podcast host, Nathan Kuppermann, MD, MPH, chair of Pediatrics and chief academic officer, explore the critical work being done at Children’s National Hospital, one of the few institutions in the region with a dedicated pediatric addiction program. In this show, they talk about the unique challenges of treating addiction in children, the ongoing fentanyl crisis, the vital role parents play and the latest advancements in care for young patients facing addiction.

Discover how Children’s National is tackling the growing pediatric addiction crisis as Drs. Kaliamurthy and Kuppermann share the challenges of treating young people affected by drugs like fentanyl and opioids.

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