Charting the Future with PCC

Episodios

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  Dr. Patrick Pulliam - Systemic Thinking and Leading the GA AAP 26.06.2026 32m

  Chip is joined at the GA AAP's Pediatrics By The Sea event by practice owner and incoming chapter president, Dr. Patrick Pulliam. Dr. Pulliam has a strong vision for the future of pediatrics and hopes to reorganize how the AAP works for and represents pediatricians and children, starting with his own chapter.
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  19 - Dr. Steven Hirsch: Building Pediatrics on Purpose 12.06.2026 1h 8m

  Check out the video version of this episode on our Youtube channel! In this episode of Charting the Future, Chip Hart sits down with Dr. Steven F. Hirsch, MD, FAAP founder and medical director of Hirsch Pediatrics, to explore what it means to build a pediatric practice with intention. From designing an office that feels more like a welcoming European village than a medical clinic to creating workflows that prioritize preventive care, patient convenience, and physician well-being, Dr. Hirsch shares the philosophy that has guided his independent practice from day one.The conversation spans everything from data-driven practice management and patient portals to burnout, vaccine confidence, mental health integration, and the future of independent pediatrics. Along the way, Dr. Hirsch makes a compelling case that thoughtful design of spaces, systems, and relationships can improve both the patient experience and the sustainability of pediatric care.
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  18 - Looking Behind The Curtain of AI and Your Practice 29.05.2026 35m

  What does "good" AI look like in healthcare? That's the question that Chip poses to fellow PCCers Brian LaClair and Scott Kirby, two members of the team that created PCC's ambient AI Scribe tool. They describe how they approached creating an AI charting tool with security, customization, and clinician control in mind.Plus, Chip gets really excited about Raspberry Pi.Learn more about PCC ScribeDefector article mentioned by Brian
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  17 - Dr. Mike Jordan and ResponseRX - "I'm not good at having a boss..." 15.05.2026 26m

  This week, Chip is joined by Dr. Mike Jordan of ResponseRX for a conversation about independence in pediatric practice, innovative clinician compensation models, and the growing importance of online reputation management. Dr. Jordan shares his journey to becoming an independent pediatrician, and he and Chip explore their collaboration on physician compensation frameworks designed to support sustainable, rewarding practice models.The episode also highlights ResponseRX, Dr. Jordan’s HIPAA-compliant Google Review response engine that helps pediatric practices generate meaningful patient reviews and respond thoughtfully -- making it easier for more families to discover and trust your practice.Connect with Dr. Jordan at mike.jordan@responserx.ai.Learn more about the compensation visualization tool here: ResponseRX Continuum FrameworkFor additional insights on clinician compensation models, visit Chip’s Blog: Employed Provider Continuum Framework
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  16 - Dr. Arpita DePalma and the Flora-bama! 01.05.2026 11m

  Today I’m joined by Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, a part-time pediatrician, CEO, practice co-founder, entrepreneur, and mindset coach for professional women. Through Thought Work, MD, and her podcasts From Pissed-Off to Poised and Doctors Living Deliberately, she helps physicians and professionals understand the thoughts and patterns behind anger, perfectionism, and burnout — and turn them into more intentional, grounded leadership.
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  15 - Dr. Gigi Youngblood: A Beautiful Opportunity - Embracing Independent Pediatrics After Corporate 17.04.2026 20m

  Dr. Gigi Youngblood, MD of Tots 'N' Teens Pediatrics in Birmingham, AL joins Chip on the podcast as the two prepare to attend the Jefferson County Pediatric Society meeting. They discuss Dr. Youngblood's approach to revitalizing practice culture, the joy of independence, and her journey from 15 years of working in a corporate hospital system to the "beautiful opportunity" of joining an independent practice in her neighborhood. They examine the timing of the shingles vaccine, swap Disney World chickenpox stories, and Dr. Youngblood gives her advice for pediatricians who are considering independence.https://www.totsnteenspediatrics.com
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  14 - Morgan Ellixson-Boyea on Clinical Data Exchange and Solving eRx Friction 03.04.2026 53m

  This week's episode features a conversation between Chip Hart and Morgan Ellixson-Boyea, PCC's operational head of Clinical Data Exchange. With her pharmacy background, Morgan is also PCC's SME on all things e-prescribing. Chip and Morgan discuss her journey to PCC, pharmacy inventory problems, prior authorizations, and the impact of PBMs on the healthcare industry. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by pediatricians and the innovative solutions being developed to streamline processes and improve patient care.Ready to learn more about e-prescribing at PCC? Visit us at pcc.com! You can also check out Morgan's art and projects from her Burlington, VT studio, Friendly Earth Designs.
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  13 - Live: Cumberland Pediatric Foundation and the Trusted Messengers! 20.03.2026 15m

  Chip attended the Cumberland Pediatric Foundation conference and recorded some rapid-fire interviews live with Dr. Todd Wolynn, Chad Hermann, and Joyce Winkler, RN before settling in for a chat with CPF Executive Director Dr. Rob Lillard. Hear from the voices of the Trusted Messengers and the Cumberland Pediatric Foundation on their work in supporting pediatricians.https://cumberlandpediatric.org/https://www.trustedmessengerprogram.org/
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  12 - Smart and Kind People - How Vaccine Buying Groups Began 06.03.2026 47m

  It's a double feature! Chip welcomes Dr. Alan Johnson and Dr. Kathy Chebib to the podcast, where the two share their extensive histories in medicine, and discuss how they began their buying group, originally known as the Pediatric Federation, now known as PracticeWell, bringing vaccine purchasing power and many more benefits to 6,000 practices and over 20,000 physicians nationwide.https://www.practicewell.org/about-us
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  11 - Dr. Sandy Chung: Consolidation is Power & The Trusted Doctors Alliance 20.02.2026 30m

  "I think that understanding at the core, good care, is that one-on-one relationship. And when you have a smaller practice, you can absolutely deliver that in the best way possible."In this episode recorded at the 2026 PMI Conference in New Orleans, LA, Chip sits down with former AAP President Dr. Sandy Chung, who discusses her almost accidental step into pediatric healthcare and her rise from humble beginnings to leading hundreds of pediatricians in the Trusted Doctor Alliance, a nonprofit that maintains practices' independence while saving money via group purchasing power.Learn more at https://www.trusteddoctorsalliance.com/
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  9 - Dr. Herb Bravo: An Unusual Pediatrician & The Future of T1D 23.01.2026 43m

  Chip invites Dr. Herb Bravo, co-host of The Pediatric Lounge podcast, to share his story of entering medicine. A self-described unusual pediatrician, Dr. Bravo began his medical career with an inspiring relationship with a mentor during his training in Costa Rica. The two also discuss the very exciting future of Type 1 Diabetes.Check out Dr. Bravo and Dr. Rogu at https://thepediatriclounge.com/.
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  8 - Dr. Nelson Branco: Behavioral Health, AI, and Relationships 09.01.2026 49m

  Dr. Nelson Branco from Tamalpais Pediatrics joins Chip in a discussion about behavioral health, the impact of AI on pediatrics and healthcare, relationships, and...heavy metal from the 80s.
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  7 - Lisa Callahan: Capitation Models & Negotiating for What Matters 19.12.2025 26m

  Chip welcomes Lisa Callahan, DNP, CPNP of Grants Pass Pediatrics in Grants Pass, Oregon. Together they discuss being paid in eggs, navigating life as a capitation model practice, taking time to fill your cup, and when to negotiate for what matters -- and when not to.
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  6 - Dr. Una: The Journey from Doctor to CEO 05.12.2025 45m

  Longtime friend of Chip and PCC, Nneka Unachukwu, MD joins the podcast this week. The two discuss the inner workings of building a practice, learning to manage and market, adapt and negotiate to achieve your goals for your patients and your practice.entremd.com
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  5 - Dr. Amaka Nnamani: Leaps of Faith 21.11.2025 22m

  Chip welcomes Dr. Amaka Nnamani, MD FAAP to the show this week. Dr. Nnamani shares her experience buying and running a pediatric practice as a new CEO, and explains how her career has evolved over time to include medicine, a children's book, breastfeeding advocacy, and public speaking.Check out her children's book, Ziora's Quest: Mommy's Milk Rocks! https://www.dramakannamani.com/
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  4 - Dr. Anna Groebe: Risks and Opportunities 07.11.2025 20m

  Chip sits down with pediatrician Dr. Anna Groebe, DO of Bloom Pediatrics in Metro Detroit, Michigan, and she shares her practice's culture of weighing risks, seizing opportunity, and showing up for children.http://bloompediatricsmi.com/
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  3 - Dr. Eric Arzubi: The Data of Pediatric Mental Healthcare 24.10.2025 25m

  Chip is joined by an old friend this week: Dr. Eric Arzubi, MD, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, and the CEO/Co-Founder of Frontier Psychiatry, a telemedicine-exclusive practice that was doing telehealth before it was cool. Dr. Arzubi discusses how he switched from hedge fund management to medicine and how the lessons in data he learned from finance may help solve gaps in the pediatric healthcare system.Learn more about Dr. Arzubi and Frontier Psychiatry: https://frontier.care/providers/arzubi/Please subscribe and leave us a review! It helps more pediatricians find our podcast. Follow us on social media, or visit us at pcc.com . You can also find Chip at chipsblog.pcc.com .
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  2 - It's Coming to Your State: EKGs, Vaccines, and T1D 10.10.2025 17m

  This episode, we get a two-for-one interview with Drs. Normarie Albino and Hiral Lavania, who spoke to Chip while attending the Florida AAP chapter meeting in late August, 2025. Dr. Lavania discusses fears and hopes for the future of pediatrics, including vaccinations and type 1 diabetes research, and Dr. Albino discusses her work with the non-profit Who We Play For, including new Florida legislation she hopes will spread to more states.More about Who We Play For: https://www.whoweplayfor.org/Dr. Lavania is the founder of One Family Pediatrics in Cumming, GA. https://onefamilypediatrics.com/Dr. Albino is a solo pediatrician practicing out of The Villages, FL: https://www.albinomd.com/For more information about PCC's EHR and services, visit https://www.pcc.com/ Please subscribe and share this episode with a colleague or friend! Thank you!
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  1 - Alicia Adams at Florida AAP 26.09.2025 17m

  What can pediatricians do to protect communities in the face of policies and laws that loosen requirements around vaccination? Chip attends the Florida annual chapter meeting and sits down with the chapter's executive director, Alicia Adams, who details her chapter's game plan.Charting the Future is a PCC podcast hosted by Chip Hart. Production and editing by Chip Hart, Allie Squires, and Chris Forleo. Music by Challenger C, with additional help from Mark Hurne.www.pcc.com
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  0.5 - Welcome to Charting the Future 16.09.2025 1m

  Chip Hart introduces our podcast. Please subscribe to follow our conversations with pediatric healthcare industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators.