Doctor Lady Podcast

For DoctorLady Podcast Interviews, I love talking to people who see a problem and decide to do something about it. Denise Davis has spent the last eight years as Redlands City Council member doing exactly that. In this episode, we're talking about the person behind the public servant and what keeps her showing up for the community she loves.

In the 3rd and final episode of my interview with Kelli Wilms, we continue along the road of recovery. We discuss the change that took place when Kelli decided to show up for herself the same way she has been showing up for kids and families at her clinic for 30 years as a speech therapist. After surviving COVID and a prolonged hospitalization on a ventilator, Kelli was left to navigate something...

In Part 2 of 3 of my interview with Kelli Wilms, we move beyond the ICU and into the long, complicated road of recovery. After surviving COVID and a prolonged hospitalization, Kelli was left to navigate something much harder than simply “making it through”. In this episode, we talk about recovery, identity, grief, rebuilding, and the slow process of finding yourself again after life changes you co...

When public figures use inflammatory language to describe standard pediatric care, it puts children at risk. In this episode of At the End of the Day, I respond to recent comments by Dr. Mehmet Oz about confidential adolescent visits and explain why private conversations between teens and their pediatrician are an essential part of safe, evidence-based care. I talk about trust, mental health, adol...

In this special DoctorLady Interviews episode, I sit down with Henry Schadwinkel, senior (almost graduate!) political science and public policy major, to break down how California’s primary election actually works. We talk about the top-two “jungle primary,” why this is a time to learn and evaluate rather than rush to decide , and how voters can thoughtfully compare candidates in the weeks ahead....

In this first episode of the new DoctorLady Interviews season, I sit down with my dear friend Kelli Wilms - gifted speech therapist, small business owner, and someone I’ve always known as smart, funny, caring and deeply connected to the children and families she serves. But this conversation isn’t about her professional life. (We’re going to have to have another podcast for that).  It’s about the...

Some days feel endless—and yet everything is moving too fast. This episode is a reflection on living in the in-between, staying grounded, and why small actions still matter when the world feels overwhelming.

What if healthcare worked like clean water or fire protection? In this episode, I share what I witnessed after the fall of ACA premium credits, and why starting with a children-first healthcare guarantee could be the path to true universal coverage that saves families money and restores trust in our system.

If the advice to “eat real food” isn’t new, why aren’t we healthier? In this episode, I unpack what the latest nutrition guidelines get right; and why they still fall short for real families. Because advice that ignores time, cost, doesn’t fully cut it. 

I’ve had the same question come up again and again in patient visits lately. If you’ve been wondering about recent vaccine headlines, this is for you.

What happens when screens interrupt connection? A pediatrician discusses the research—and offers practical ways to protect face-to-face moments at home.

A four-year-old said one sentence—and it changed how I saw myself. Here’s the story behind DoctorLady.

As our kids grow into teens and young adults, the relationship has to grow too. In this episode, I share what it looks like to stay connected, build trust, and guide without controlling—plus practical tools like family check-ins, routines, and contracts that foster responsibility and independence. A gentle, honest conversation for anyone navigating this stage of parenting.

At the end of the day… traditions are the quiet magic of childhood. In this episode, I share the small rituals—holiday and everyday—that shaped me, shaped my boys, and remind us why intentional traditions matter more than we realize. A little nostalgia, a little parenting insight… and just enough magic to carry with you. 

We don’t “lose ourselves” in motherhood — and we don’t stay the same either. We grow. We unfold. We evolve. In this episode of At the End of the Day, I share how motherhood expanded my identity, how I found anchors that kept me grounded (including returning to running as a young attending), and why our growth is one of the greatest gifts we give our kids. If you’ve ever wondered how to hold onto y...

No one tells you how strange it feels when your kids leave for college and the rhythm of your whole life changes. In this episode, I share what the first months of empty nesting have really felt like and the simple practices helping me find my footing again.

Dr. Cameo Carter breaks down how good doctors combine evidence with empathy, persistence, and communication to give care that truly heals. A must-listen for anyone who’s ever wondered why the follow-up visit matters… and what really happens behind the scenes when doctors “bulldog” tough cases.

Is it getting more difficult to find doctors who actually care? In this episode Dr. Carter explores how patients and doctors can work together for the best health of our children.

Dispelling common misconceptions about fevers and approaches you can take in treating them.

Dr. Carter talks about all the ways to prepare for your first newborn visit.

In this episode Dr. Carter talks about open enrollment in uncertain times and making the best choice you can.

Kids carry pain in their bodies - from bullying, stress, or feeling left out. Here’s how we can help them choose kindness instead.

Motherhood isn’t a competition - it’s a team sport. Let’s judge less and cheer more.

I love patient portals — they make life easier for everyone. But sometimes a quick message turns into what really should be a full visit. In this episode, I share what kinds of questions are great for the portal, when to schedule instead, and how to keep communication smooth, respectful, and stress-free for both families and doctors.

If your insurance denies a prescription you clearly qualify for, don’t just accept it. There’s a powerful step most people don’t know about.