<![CDATA[Charm City Checkup]]>f18a275f-f695-5add-b984-426cd5349a3dSat, 28 Feb 2026 12:26:22 +0000Captivate.fmJanie Outlawhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/7984e335-6f3d-49f5-99b2-c4ce82d653c6/y1SYRlJRhXMnPZzEeeSE2Wf6.jpgCharm City CheckupJanie OutlawJanie OutlawCharm City Checkup is a podcast for pediatric residents made by a pediatric resident. We explore social justice topics and issues that are prevalent and relevant to pediatric residents in the city of Baltimore. Our goal is to spread knowledge of local resources for our patients and families. Join us as we learn about all things social justice in Baltimore!https://charm-city-checkup.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastEpisode 18 Parental Burnout with Dr. Rebecca CarterEpisode 18 Parental Burnout with Dr. Rebecca CarterOn this episode, we talk about parental burnout with Dr. Rebecca Carter. Dr. Carter is the Division Head and Director for Community Outreach and Engagement for the Division of General Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Take a listen and learn about how we, as pediatricians, can help the families we serve!

Resources:

  1. https://www.familytreemd.org/classes/
  2. https://md.onlineparentingprograms.com/
  3. https://www.gbmc.org/services/parent-education
  4. Bogdán, P. M., Varga, K., Tóth, L., Gróf, K., & Pakai, A. (2025). Parental Burnout: A Progressive Condition Potentially Compromising Family Well-Being-A Narrative Review. Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 13(13), 1603. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13131603
  5. Yu, J. A., Henderson, C., Cook, S., & Ray, K. (2020). Family Caregivers of Children With Medical Complexity: Health-Related Quality of Life and Experiences of Care Coordination. Academic pediatrics, 20(8), 1116–1123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acap.2020.06.014

]]>On this episode, we talk about parental burnout with Dr. Rebecca Carter. Dr. Carter is the Division Head and Director for Community Outreach and Engagement for the Division of General Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Take a listen and learn about how we, as pediatricians, can help the families we serve!

Resources:

  1. https://www.familytreemd.org/classes/
  2. https://md.onlineparentingprograms.com/
  3. https://www.gbmc.org/services/parent-education
  4. Bogdán, P. M., Varga, K., Tóth, L., Gróf, K., & Pakai, A. (2025). Parental Burnout: A Progressive Condition Potentially Compromising Family Well-Being-A Narrative Review. Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 13(13), 1603. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13131603
  5. Yu, J. A., Henderson, C., Cook, S., & Ray, K. (2020). Family Caregivers of Children With Medical Complexity: Health-Related Quality of Life and Experiences of Care Coordination. Academic pediatrics, 20(8), 1116–1123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acap.2020.06.014

]]>ac906ba0-6b60-4e6b-a484-66f0f4cf54a0Sat, 28 Feb 2026 07:26:13 -050024:52falsefull1818Episode 17 Winter Weather SafetyEpisode 17 Winter Weather SafetyThis is a short episode discussing winter weather safety! All resources used and links discussed in this episode are listed below. Charm City, please stay warm and safe during these cold temperatures!

https://health.baltimorecity.gov/emergency-preparedness-response/code-blue

https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Terrorism/shelterinplace.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOoqjtZKuWdcrPP-wH7bkiCprG6AgAVA5IgPWA3HC_86TglS3-p-H

https://homeless.baltimorecity.gov/winter-shelter#:~:text=MOHS%20will%20provide%20extended%20emergency,%2C%20to%20March%2031%2C%202025.

https://sa-md.org/centralmaryland/feedmore?random=292

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/disasters-and-children/disaster-management-resources-by-topic/family-separation-and-reunification-in-disasters/

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Family-Disaster-Supplies-List.aspx?_gl=1*fak4rf*_ga*MzQ4NDk4MDU3LjE2ODg2NTIzMTM.*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*czE3Njk3OTcxNzkkbzc0JGcxJHQxNzY5Nzk3Mjg3JGo2MCRsMCRoMA

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Winter-Safety.aspx

]]>This is a short episode discussing winter weather safety! All resources used and links discussed in this episode are listed below. Charm City, please stay warm and safe during these cold temperatures!

https://health.baltimorecity.gov/emergency-preparedness-response/code-blue

https://www.redcross.org/content/dam/redcross/atg/PDF_s/Preparedness___Disaster_Recovery/Disaster_Preparedness/Terrorism/shelterinplace.pdf?srsltid=AfmBOoqjtZKuWdcrPP-wH7bkiCprG6AgAVA5IgPWA3HC_86TglS3-p-H

https://homeless.baltimorecity.gov/winter-shelter#:~:text=MOHS%20will%20provide%20extended%20emergency,%2C%20to%20March%2031%2C%202025.

https://sa-md.org/centralmaryland/feedmore?random=292

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/disasters-and-children/disaster-management-resources-by-topic/family-separation-and-reunification-in-disasters/

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Family-Disaster-Supplies-List.aspx?_gl=1*fak4rf*_ga*MzQ4NDk4MDU3LjE2ODg2NTIzMTM.*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*czE3Njk3OTcxNzkkbzc0JGcxJHQxNzY5Nzk3Mjg3JGo2MCRsMCRoMA

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-play/Pages/Winter-Safety.aspx

]]>eba8bf60-bacd-43ba-96f6-4a4060479735Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:01:05 -050007:56falsefull117171Episode 16 Reading ResourcesEpisode 16 Reading ResourcesThis brief episode covers Reading Partners and other reading resources available in Charm City. It is a short overview of organizations and free opportunities available to help children who are having difficulties with reading. This short listen is a great way to learn about local literacy resources and how we can support our families with educational resources.

Resources

Khan Academy for Kids

Scholastic Learn at Home

Legends of Learning | Free math and science games 

Authors Everywhere!

Storytime From Space

International Children’s Digital Library

Global Storybooks

https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/subject/publications/dst2024/pdf/2024220XM4.pdf

https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Documents/ELA/ReadingDifficulties/Annual-LEA-Data-Report-2023-2024-A.pdf 

https://cityschools2013.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/curriculum/Literacy/ETum7yyZZhpCrX6BFvhpiYYBVTSXKCNBGGASQrWRzIBIJQ?rtime=J6GWzQgY3kg 

https://marylandreads.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22498018542&gbraid=0AAAAA9Vl1F43MSsUKRGYn3l-UxNvElrwf&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmYzIBhC6ARIsAHA3IkR1mEt74SxgydklNb_bIgN9tZvtSQtQA5N7O9gxKDJLf61f7WSWw_AaAhqgEALw_wcB 

https://marylandreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/MDStateofReading2025.pdf

https://www.kennedykrieger.org/patient-care/centers-and-programs/read-imagine-grow/low-cost-free-resources 

]]>This brief episode covers Reading Partners and other reading resources available in Charm City. It is a short overview of organizations and free opportunities available to help children who are having difficulties with reading. This short listen is a great way to learn about local literacy resources and how we can support our families with educational resources.

Resources

Khan Academy for Kids

Scholastic Learn at Home

Legends of Learning | Free math and science games 

Authors Everywhere!

Storytime From Space

International Children’s Digital Library

Global Storybooks

https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/subject/publications/dst2024/pdf/2024220XM4.pdf

https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Documents/ELA/ReadingDifficulties/Annual-LEA-Data-Report-2023-2024-A.pdf 

https://cityschools2013.sharepoint.com/:w:/s/curriculum/Literacy/ETum7yyZZhpCrX6BFvhpiYYBVTSXKCNBGGASQrWRzIBIJQ?rtime=J6GWzQgY3kg 

https://marylandreads.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22498018542&gbraid=0AAAAA9Vl1F43MSsUKRGYn3l-UxNvElrwf&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmYzIBhC6ARIsAHA3IkR1mEt74SxgydklNb_bIgN9tZvtSQtQA5N7O9gxKDJLf61f7WSWw_AaAhqgEALw_wcB 

https://marylandreads.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/MDStateofReading2025.pdf

https://www.kennedykrieger.org/patient-care/centers-and-programs/read-imagine-grow/low-cost-free-resources 

]]>3dae7b95-3e20-4e78-adfd-078596629916Fri, 31 Oct 2025 19:20:07 -050009:02falsefull1616Episode 15 Vaccine Hesitancy with Dr. James CampbellEpisode 15 Vaccine Hesitancy with Dr. James CampbellOn this episode, we speak with the renowned Dr. James Campbell, a trailblazer in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. We discuss vaccine hesitancy, available resources for families and providers, and how we can better inform ourselves to have these conversations with our patient families. This is an episode you MUST listen to, and you will not regret it!

Updated August 2025 AAP Vaccine Schedule: https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/15585/AAP-Immunization-Schedule

Motivational Interviewing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8200683/

Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP): https://www.cdc.gov/acip/index.html

]]>On this episode, we speak with the renowned Dr. James Campbell, a trailblazer in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. We discuss vaccine hesitancy, available resources for families and providers, and how we can better inform ourselves to have these conversations with our patient families. This is an episode you MUST listen to, and you will not regret it!

Updated August 2025 AAP Vaccine Schedule: https://publications.aap.org/redbook/resources/15585/AAP-Immunization-Schedule

Motivational Interviewing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8200683/

Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP): https://www.cdc.gov/acip/index.html

]]>0458188e-7448-43b1-981f-71e23fe3937dMon, 25 Aug 2025 12:58:51 -050045:39falsefull1515Episode 14 General Pediatrics with Dr. Dawan KingEpisode 14 General Pediatrics with Dr. Dawan KingOn this episode, we speak with Dr. Dawan King, a pediatrician with Mercy Family Care Physicians at Mercy Medical Center in Downtown Baltimore. Dr. King has been named "Top Doctor" by Baltimore Magazine and has served Charm City's children for over 20 years. We delve into Dr. King's experience as a pediatrician in Charm City and discuss ways to navigate challenging health topics with our patients and their families.

]]>On this episode, we speak with Dr. Dawan King, a pediatrician with Mercy Family Care Physicians at Mercy Medical Center in Downtown Baltimore. Dr. King has been named "Top Doctor" by Baltimore Magazine and has served Charm City's children for over 20 years. We delve into Dr. King's experience as a pediatrician in Charm City and discuss ways to navigate challenging health topics with our patients and their families.

]]>a5212614-90de-4f43-b816-84df359e5f78Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:03:32 -050026:30falsefull1414Episode 13 Safe SexEpisode 13 Safe SexThis episode is not our typical Charm City Check Up! It is a brief talk about safe sex and how we can best care for and educate our adolescent patients. I share information about sexually transmitted diseases and infections (STD/STI) statistics, and some resources that we have in our Charm City.

The Maryland Dept of Health:  https://health.baltimorecity.gov/node/93

Druid Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic (West Side)

1515 W. North Ave. 

Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(410) 396- 0176

Eastern Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic (East Side)

1200 E. Fayette St.

Monday and Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

(410) 396-9410

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF): https://www.freestdcheck.org/ 

2510 St. Paul St.

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

University of Maryland Adolescent & Young Adult Center

120 Penn St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 410-328-8336

]]>This episode is not our typical Charm City Check Up! It is a brief talk about safe sex and how we can best care for and educate our adolescent patients. I share information about sexually transmitted diseases and infections (STD/STI) statistics, and some resources that we have in our Charm City.

The Maryland Dept of Health:  https://health.baltimorecity.gov/node/93

Druid Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic (West Side)

1515 W. North Ave. 

Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(410) 396- 0176

Eastern Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic (East Side)

1200 E. Fayette St.

Monday and Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

(410) 396-9410

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF): https://www.freestdcheck.org/ 

2510 St. Paul St.

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Thursday: 1:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

University of Maryland Adolescent & Young Adult Center

120 Penn St, Baltimore, MD 21201

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 410-328-8336

]]>db5ab0d4-ea57-4705-a92d-0fd1be22ed06Wed, 28 May 2025 18:48:07 -050010:11falsefull1313Episode 12 The Movement TeamEpisode 12 The Movement TeamIn this episode, we talk with a local Charm City organization named "The Movement Team." We discuss what resources the organization provides and how we (pediatric residents) can collaborate with local organizations to better serve our patients. Hopefully, you enjoy this episode and learn something about beautiful Charm City.

Website: www.themovementteam.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/themovementbaltimore

Instagram: themovement.team

]]>In this episode, we talk with a local Charm City organization named "The Movement Team." We discuss what resources the organization provides and how we (pediatric residents) can collaborate with local organizations to better serve our patients. Hopefully, you enjoy this episode and learn something about beautiful Charm City.

Website: www.themovementteam.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/themovementbaltimore

Instagram: themovement.team

]]>aa851f65-02f9-4146-8b5f-6cd19220a3abMon, 28 Apr 2025 11:38:28 -050025:01falsefull1212Ep 11 Peds GI_Dr. Runa Watkins IBDEp 11 Peds GI_Dr. Runa Watkins IBDOn this episode, Dr. Runa Watkins shares her expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the pediatric population. Dr. Watkins is the Division Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital.

]]>On this episode, Dr. Runa Watkins shares her expertise in Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the pediatric population. Dr. Watkins is the Division Head of Pediatric Gastroenterology at the University of Maryland Children's Hospital.

]]>35a77a6a-c1e2-4507-9141-46a2e238058fMon, 24 Mar 2025 20:37:00 -050020:18falsefull1111Charm City Chief Chat - Why UMD?Charm City Chief Chat - Why UMD?In this episodes, the chiefs chat with current residents about what they enjoy about their residency program.

]]>In this episodes, the chiefs chat with current residents about what they enjoy about their residency program.

]]>e9d68e6d-c35f-405d-a534-8b10aacb1be4Wed, 19 Feb 2025 08:45:00 -050009:48falsefull1661Charm City Chief Chat - Proteinuria & Nephrotic SyndromeCharm City Chief Chat - Proteinuria & Nephrotic SyndromeOn this episode, the chiefs chat with Dr. Bakri Alzarka, a pediatric nephrologist, about nephrotic syndrome.

]]>On this episode, the chiefs chat with Dr. Bakri Alzarka, a pediatric nephrologist, about nephrotic syndrome.

]]>f55b4ea6-46f5-4568-be12-c0dcca9228b8Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:30:00 -050029:47falsefull1551Charm City Chief Chat - Kawasaki Disease & MIS-CCharm City Chief Chat - Kawasaki Disease & MIS-COn this episode, we talk with pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Priya Nigam, about Kawasaki Disease and MIS-C.

]]>On this episode, we talk with pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Priya Nigam, about Kawasaki Disease and MIS-C.

]]>88eac77c-0539-462a-b096-e57ba4921174Wed, 18 Dec 2024 07:30:00 -050014:13falsefull1441Charm City Chief Chat - Why Chief Year?Charm City Chief Chat - Why Chief Year?The chiefs discuss their path to chief year and how it has impacted their careers.

]]>The chiefs discuss their path to chief year and how it has impacted their careers.

]]>74d888f2-7323-47ea-aec2-872fb0465a64Mon, 09 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -050027:07falsefull1331Charm City Chief Chat - BPDCharm City Chief Chat - BPDOn this episode of Charm City Chief Chat, the chiefs talk to Dr. Nidhi Kotwal, a pediatric pulmonologist, about Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia.

]]>On this episode of Charm City Chief Chat, the chiefs talk to Dr. Nidhi Kotwal, a pediatric pulmonologist, about Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia.

]]>f7b36518-d828-4de7-a6b0-278968af65b5Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:15:00 -050012:23falsefull1221Charm City Chief Chat - Liver & Biliary SystemCharm City Chief Chat - Liver & Biliary SystemOn this episode of Charm City Chief Chat, we talk with Dr. Katy Eslami, a Pediatric Gastroenterology fellow at the University of Maryland, about the liver and biliary system.

]]>On this episode of Charm City Chief Chat, we talk with Dr. Katy Eslami, a Pediatric Gastroenterology fellow at the University of Maryland, about the liver and biliary system.

]]>408b13fd-5e30-4146-8b5a-df94a69f8b54Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:15:00 -050020:46falsefull1111Ep 10-Group A Strep with Dr. Sumanth CherukumilliEp 10-Group A Strep with Dr. Sumanth CherukumilliOn this episode, I spoke with Dr. Sumanth Cherukumilli about common and some uncommon group A strep infections.

]]>On this episode, I spoke with Dr. Sumanth Cherukumilli about common and some uncommon group A strep infections.

]]>7c3b5792-034d-4644-b8d6-8316e82c7d06Fri, 06 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -050032:02falsefull1010Ep 9 - Introducing Janie!Ep 9 - Introducing Janie!On this episode, I spoke with Janie Outlaw, who is going to be the new host of Charm City Checkup! We talked about what brought her to the field of medicine and which directions she is going to take the podcast!

]]>On this episode, I spoke with Janie Outlaw, who is going to be the new host of Charm City Checkup! We talked about what brought her to the field of medicine and which directions she is going to take the podcast!

]]>f04b6ab9-6695-46d7-bd76-f693746c27bdMon, 08 Apr 2024 13:40:04 -050008:52falsefull99Ep 8 - Asthma in BaltimoreEp 8 - Asthma in BaltimoreOn this episode, I talked with Dr. Lasso, a pediatric pulmonologist about social determinants of health and barriers to care for asthma patients. Asthma is very prevalant in the city of Baltimore. I learned about some of the factors that contribute to the high precentage of children with asthma in the city and ways that we can address social determinants of health. 

]]>On this episode, I talked with Dr. Lasso, a pediatric pulmonologist about social determinants of health and barriers to care for asthma patients. Asthma is very prevalant in the city of Baltimore. I learned about some of the factors that contribute to the high precentage of children with asthma in the city and ways that we can address social determinants of health. 

]]>e62449f6-f080-42a5-bd21-39576b193934Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:30:00 -050022:06falsefull88Ep 7 - Infants & ToddlersEp 7 - Infants & ToddlersOn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Brenda Hussey-Gardner to talk about early child hood development and the Infant and Toddlers Program in Maryland. 

]]>On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Brenda Hussey-Gardner to talk about early child hood development and the Infant and Toddlers Program in Maryland. 

]]>c5c418e8-d4a7-4ae0-8888-3f01b2ae921eThu, 09 Nov 2023 15:07:45 -050030:46falsefull77Ep 6 - Food InsecurityEp 6 - Food InsecurityOn this episode, I spoke with Dr. Rebecca Carter and Christine Crabbs about food insecurity in Baltimore and the new food pantry program opening at the University of Maryland Midtown Campus. 

 

]]>On this episode, I spoke with Dr. Rebecca Carter and Christine Crabbs about food insecurity in Baltimore and the new food pantry program opening at the University of Maryland Midtown Campus. 

 

]]>a5d2790c-1123-41d1-84ba-9425702d019fWed, 06 Sep 2023 09:45:00 -050022:38falsefull66Ep 5 - Trauma Informed CareEp 5 - Trauma Informed CareOn this episode, I spoke with Dr. Sarah Edwards who is a child psychiatrist about trauma informed care and the impact that it can have on our pediatric patients.

]]>On this episode, I spoke with Dr. Sarah Edwards who is a child psychiatrist about trauma informed care and the impact that it can have on our pediatric patients.

]]>269253e3-de43-4d21-9436-cf53eed34ffaWed, 10 May 2023 10:45:00 -050017:25falsefull55Ep 4 - InsuranceEp 4 - InsuranceOn this episode, I talk about insurance. I learned the basics about the types insurance that children can have and I spoke with Dr. Ada Offurum and Suzanne Meyer about insurance claims in the hospital setting, resource utilzation and the role that residents can play while our patients are admitted to the hospital.

]]>On this episode, I talk about insurance. I learned the basics about the types insurance that children can have and I spoke with Dr. Ada Offurum and Suzanne Meyer about insurance claims in the hospital setting, resource utilzation and the role that residents can play while our patients are admitted to the hospital.

]]>fd22d90e-68c0-441c-a56e-d5df971a1626Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:15:00 -050036:14falsefull44Ep 3 - Adolescent HealthEp 3 - Adolescent HealthOn this episode, I talk with Dr. Matthew Grant about the Adolescent and Young Adult Center and STAR TRACK clinic at the University of Marlyland Medical Center. I also learned about HIV/AIDS and how it particularly affects young people in Baltimore. 

]]>On this episode, I talk with Dr. Matthew Grant about the Adolescent and Young Adult Center and STAR TRACK clinic at the University of Marlyland Medical Center. I also learned about HIV/AIDS and how it particularly affects young people in Baltimore. 

]]>ccdbe2f3-6789-4f02-b69d-d8b9f88b293dThu, 12 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -050025:13falsefull33Ep 2 - WICEp 2 - WICThis episode is all about WIC -- Women, Infants and Children. Dr. Nisha Divakaruni joins me to talk about WIC and how to navigate it for our patients in a primary care setting.

]]>This episode is all about WIC -- Women, Infants and Children. Dr. Nisha Divakaruni joins me to talk about WIC and how to navigate it for our patients in a primary care setting.

]]>1cd7e6b0-75a3-4e2e-9746-359740c7582bThu, 01 Dec 2022 08:00:00 -050019:32falsefull22Ep 1 - Welcome to Charm City CheckupEp 1 - Welcome to Charm City CheckupThe first episode of Charm City Checkup! Dr. Rebecca Carter joins me to introduce the podcast. We discuss our goals for the show and our interests in social justice.

]]>The first episode of Charm City Checkup! Dr. Rebecca Carter joins me to introduce the podcast. We discuss our goals for the show and our interests in social justice.

]]>e1675edb-64c4-45ba-a5c2-9db6052f20c9Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:40:00 -050015:35falsefull11