• THE
    Lead
    IN
    Peds

    Explore what’s new and what’s next in pediatric medicine

  • THE
    Lead
    IN
    Peds

    Explore what’s new and what’s next in pediatric medicine

  • THE
    Lead
    IN
    Peds

    Explore what’s new and what’s next in pediatric medicine

  • THE
    Lead
    IN
    Peds

    Explore what’s new and what’s next in pediatric medicine

Scientific questions, expert answers — all in one new podcast

Welcome to The Lead in Peds, a podcast dedicated to open conversations that takes you beyond the lab coats into the groundbreaking work of child health research. From fragile hearts to kids facing addiction and bodies that won’t grow, Nathan Kuppermann, MD, MPH, sits down with experts from Children’s National Hospital to uncover the breakthroughs shaping the future of pediatric medicine.

We engage with our pediatric leaders in cardiology, endocrinology, behavioral health and more to explore some of medicine’s most challenging questions and the science behind the answers. Dr. Kuppermann uncovers the inspiring stories behind the research the dedication and passion driving these advancements.

Our goal is to provide you with a deeper understanding of the research, create conversations that inspire and ultimately improve children’s health outcomes.

Based in Washington, D.C., Children’s National is one of the nation’s top 10 pediatric hospitals. Our mission: transform medicine for all children through more than 2,000 active research projects and our world-class care. Subscribe now and join us on this journey.

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Featured Episode

Future ready: AI’s role in revolutionizing pediatric care

How is Artificial Intelligence (AI) advancing pediatric care and research? Nathan Kuppermann, MD, MPH, sits down with Marius George Linguraru, DPhil, MA, MSc, principal investigator in the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. In this episode, they discuss the benefits and controversies of AI in medicine. Don’t worry – Dr. Kuppermann consulted ChatGPT to ensure Dr. Linguraru was, in fact, real. Spoiler alert! He is.

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Meet the Host

Nathan Kuppermann, MD, MPH, is the chief academic officer and chair of Pediatrics at Children’s National Hospital. Dr. Kuppermann comes to each conversation with a scientist’s curiosity and a pediatrician’s compassion. He has more than 30 years of experience in pediatric emergency medicine and has written more than 325 peer-reviewed research publications. 

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