Hello friends 👋 In this episode of The Incubator podcast, hosts Ben Courchia and Daphna Barbeau welcome Dr. David Askenazi and Dr. Tara Beck to discuss neonatal nephrology. The conversation explores the challenges of defining and diagnosing acute kidney injury (AKI) in newborns, highlighting the variability in nephron numbers at birth and the complexities of interpreting creatinine levels in the first days of life. The guests discuss the long-term effects of neonatal AKI, th

Hello friends 👋 Here's a draft paragraph for your website: The Incubator podcast is proud to bring you exclusive coverage of the NeoHeart 2024 conference, a leading event in neonatal cardiac care. Our hosts, Ben Courchia and Daphna, have conducted a series of insightful interviews with renowned experts, innovative researchers, and dedicated healthcare professionals attending the conference. These special episodes explore cutting-edge topics in neonatal cardiology, interdisci

Hello friends 👋 This special episode of The Incubator features guest co-hosts Dr. Amir Ashrafi and Dr. Nim Goldshtrom interviewing Dr. Gil Wernovsky , a pioneer in the field of pediatric cardiac intensive care. The discussion focuses on the evolution of neonatal cardiac care and the upcoming Neoheart 2024 conference. Dr. Wernovsky reflects on the history of pediatric cardiac intensive care, highlighting key developments like surfactant therapy and prostaglandin treatment th

Hello friends 👋 In this engaging episode of The Incubator podcast, Dr. Terrie Inder, a pioneer in neonatal neurology, shares her journey and insights into newborn brain development. Dr. Inder discusses the complexities of neonatal brain injury, emphasizing that it's not just about visible hemorrhages, but also about the brain's overall maturation process. She highlights the importance of understanding "brain dysmanturation" and how the NICU environment significantly impacts

Hello friends 👋 In this episode of the Incubator podcast, Ben interviews Bryan King, an experienced respiratory therapist and educator in neonatal and pediatric care. Bryan shares his journey into respiratory therapy, which began unexpectedly after initially pursuing x-ray technology. He discusses his passion for working in the NICU and the challenges of treating increasingly smaller premature infants. The conversation delves into the evolution of neonatal respiratory therap

Hello friends 👋 In this special Father's Day episode, Daphna interviews Alex Zavala, known as the "NICU Dad". Alex shares his emotional journey of becoming a father to his daughter Emerson, born at just 27 weeks. Alex vividly recounts the day his wife's water broke, the frantic rush to the hospital, and the overwhelming fear and uncertainty as Emerson was delivered via emergency C-section weighing only 2 pounds 5 ounces. He describes feeling like he was thrust into a nightma

Hello friends 👋 In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with two passionate neonatologists, Dr. Neil Patel from the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, UK and Dr. Srirupa Hari Gopal, a third year fellow at Baylor, about their work and research in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). We dove into what draws them to care for these complex patients, the evolving understanding of CDH pathophysiology, and the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in optimizi

Hello friends 👋 In this special episode of the Incubator Podcast, hosts Ben and Daphna are joined by Dr. Alex Stevenson, a neonatologist from Zimbabwe who serves as the president of the African Neonatal Association (ANA) and principal investigator for the African Neonatal Network. Dr. Stevenson shares his journey into neonatology and highlights the stark differences in neonatal care and outcomes between well-resourced private hospitals and less well-resourced public hospital

Hello friends 👋 In this exciting episode of The Incubator podcast, hosts Ben and Daphna Barbeau dive into the promising world of artificial intelligence (AI) in neonatology. They are joined by special guests Dr. James Barry, medical director of the University of Colorado Hospital NICU, and Dr. Ryan McAdams, professor and chief of the Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery at the University of Wisconsin. Both guests are co-chairs of the Steering Committee for NeoMind AI,

Hello friends 👋 Hey everyone, it's Ben here. In our latest episode of The Incubator podcast, Daphna and I had the privilege of interviewing Professor Ola Didrik Saugstad, a true giant in the field of neonatology. Professor Saugstad took us on a fascinating journey, sharing his groundbreaking research on hypoxanthine as a marker for asphyxia in newborns and his pioneering work on resuscitating babies with room air instead of pure oxygen. It was incredible to learn how he chal

Hello Friends 👋 In this episode of the Incubator Podcast, Daphna Barbeau and Ben Courchia are joined by Dr. Rachel Fleishman, a neonatologist, writer, and advocate for narrative medicine in neonatal care. Dr. Fleishman shares her journey in discovering the power of storytelling and its potential to humanize and transform the NICU experience for providers, patients, and families alike. She discusses the importance of listening beyond the numbers and medical jargon to truly un

Hello Friends 👋 In this episode of The Incubator podcast, we reflect on our recent visit to Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. They discuss the welcoming atmosphere and the impressive cohesion among the hospital staff, from the division chief to the fellows and coordinators. We also review a recent JAMA paper on the timing of inguinal hernia repair in preterm infants, highlighting the study's findings and implications for practice. The main focus of the episod

Hello friends 👋 In this special episode of the Incubator Podcast, hosts Ben and Daphna are joined by a panel of distinguished guests from the National Neonatal POCUS Collaborative to explore the cutting-edge integration of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) into neonatal care. This discussion features insights from Dr. Mackie Fraga, chair of the collaborative and attending at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Dr. Shazia Bhombal, vice chair and associate professor of neo

Hello Friends 👋 In this episode, Dr. David Kaufman discusses his interest in pediatrics and infectious disease, particularly in the prevention and treatment of neonatal infections. He highlights the challenges of antibiotic use in the NICU and the interplay between probiotics, prebiotics, antibiotics, and infections. Dr. Kaufman emphasizes the need for better quality control and standardization of probiotics, as well as the importance of consent and shared decision-making in

Hello Friends 👋 In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Swanson discusses the evolution of neonatal nutrition and the major tenants of neonatal nutrition that have been learned over the years. He emphasizes the importance of breast milk and the role it plays in neurodevelopment and short-term outcomes. Dr. Swanson also explores the impact of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) on neonatal nutrition and the efforts to prevent NEC through good nutrition and optimizing homeostasis. The conve

Hello Friends 👋 In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Blau discusses the FDA warning on probiotics and its implications for the future of probiotic use in the NICU. He expresses mixed feelings about the FDA's involvement and highlights the need for regulation while also expressing concerns about the way the warning was issued. The debate between single-strain and multi-strain probiotics is also discussed, with Dr. Blau emphasizing the importance of using the triple strain recommende

Hello Friends 👋 We are delighted to unveil our latest mini-series on The Incubator Podcast, focusing on the pivotal role of probiotics in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Amidst growing conversations about the benefits of probiotics in neonatal care, we have convened three leading experts to examine the evidence at hand, explore strategies for Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) prevention, and discuss a host of other relevant topics. Hosted by Ben and Daphna, this four-

Hello Friends 👋 This week we have a fantastic conversation with Dr. Myers. Eliza Myers, an academic neonatologist, shares her journey in neonatology and her passion for combining art and medicine. She discusses the importance of pursuing personal passions and making time for hobbies. Dr. Myers also highlights the role of visual arts in medicine and the impact it has on creativity and problem-solving. She then delves into her dedication to breastfeeding and lactation, includi

Hello friends 👋 This episode of The Incubator Podcast features experts Dr. Steve Abman, Dr. Milenka Cuevas Guaman, and Dr. Laurie C. Eldredge from the BPD Collaborative, focusing on Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD). The conversation navigates through the complexities of BPD management, research advancements, and the significance of integrating family in care strategies, providing a comprehensive view on improving neonatal care practices. We hope you enjoy this episode. Cheer

Hello Friends 👋 This week on the incubator, Dr. Nora Colman, a pediatric critical care physician, and Sarah Walter, a registered architect and senior medical planner, delve into the intricacies of designing Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs). They explore the impact of the built environment on neonatal care, emphasizing evidence-based design and the need for healthcare architecture to support patient outcomes. Discussions revolve around how elements like lighting, noise,