The Hamilton Review

Dr. Danelle Fisher is Vice President of Pediatrics and Medical Co-director of the Cleft Palate team at Providence St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Fisher is also a wife and mother to a young son. In this episode, Dr. Fisher and Dr. Bob discuss their love for the field of pediatrics, what led Dr. Fisher to choose the speciality, her work as a doctor on the cleft palate team and balancin...

Brittany Sheehan is author of her blog, "Bicoastal Baby B", founder of "Beach City Moms" – the network for Manhattan Beach moms – and a sleep consultant. In this discussion, Brittany and Dr. Bob discuss how she started her blog and mom network, and the importance of a sleep schedule for your baby. They also talk about parents fitting children into their established life and that moms and dads need...

We are delighted to welcome back Dr. Katie Marks – Cogan for part two of our discussion about pediatric allergies. In this episode, Dr. Marks – Cogan talks about the eight foods that the FDA classifies as the major allergens in the US. We also dive into a deep discussion about the company, Ready, Set Food, which creates an infant dietary supplement that can help prevent food allergies in young chi...

"We have improved sanitation and immunization rates. Because of that, we are not necessarily exposing our children's immune systems to the same amount of organisms (like bacteria and viruses) and the same diversity of organisms that we used to." – Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan explaining "The Hygiene Hypothesis." In this discussion, Dr. Katie Marks-Cogan has an in depth discussion with Dr. Bob about: – Wh...

In part two of the original conversation, Dr. Bob continues his discussion with Erica Komisar. Erica is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for the last 25 years. Erica is also author of her book, "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters." A couple of key topics that they discuss: – A...

Dr. Paul Krogstad is a Professor of Pediatrics at UCLA. Dr. Krogstad joined the UCLA faculty in 1992 and is now a Professor in the departments of Pediatrics and Pharmacology, and serves as the Director of the Fellowship Program in Pediatric Infectious Diseases. In this hot topic episode, Dr. Bob and Dr. Krogstad discuss the current Coronavirus epidemic.

"Mothers are biologically important to the right brain development of children in the first three years." A quote from Erica Komisar, a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst and parent guidance expert who has been in private practice in New York City for the last 25 years. Erica is also author of her book, "Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters." Dr. Bob and Eri...

Lisa Cusack is a writer, former teacher and stay at home mom of three young children. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Lisa discuss her article published in the Federalist entitled: "Low Birth Rates Parallel Not Just The Economy, But Also Waves Of Feminism." They dive into a deep discussion about the three waves of feminism and how marriage and birth rates are declining. You won't want to miss this in...

Natalie Mitchell is a running coach, writer, blogger, 12 time marathoner with a PR of 3:05, wife and mom of three young children. Is this episode, Dr. Bob and Natalie discuss how running influences her life and shapes the lifestyle of her family. They also talk about the importance of exercise and nutrition for kids and how running can bring a lot of joy to your family's life. How to contact Natal...

Dr. Natasha Beck has a masters in Child Family Health and a doctorate in Clinical Pediatric Neuropsychology. Dr. Natasha has three children and is married to her long time sweetheart that she has known since the age of two. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Dr. Natasha discuss her successful blog, Dr. Organic Mommy, and her large social media presence. They also talk extensively about her passion for c...

Emily Benedetto is a Certified Financial Planner and one of Dr. Bob's children. Emily is also a graduate of Wheaton College and has been married for five years. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Emily talk about the importance of financial education for young families. Emily gives her advice for parents planning to have a baby – including planning your estate, the importance of a life insurance policy,...

Dr. Rick Levy is a retired pediatrician with a 48 year career in medicine. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Dr. Levy discuss many topics including their longtime friendship, the importance of vaccinations for children and much more. Bonus, you won't want to miss Dr. Levy's duck impersonation! How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob o...

Margarita Pagliai is one of the founders and Executive Director Of Little Dolphins By The Sea preschool and the Head of School at Seven Arrows Elementary School. Margarita is an accomplished educator with over 32 years of experience in education, business and marketing. Margarita Pagliai returns to the show for part two of her conversation with Dr. Bob. In this conversation, Margarita talks about...

Dr. Lily Marouf is a pediatrician at Pacific Ocean Pediatrics in Santa Monica, CA. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Dr. Marouf discuss her journey into medicine and what it's like to balance motherhood as a busy pediatrician. They also talk about the importance of coming together for family dinners and how it benefits the children and their busy parents. How to contact Dr. Marouf: http://www.pacificoc...

Margarita Pagliai is one of the founders and Executive Director Of Little Dolphins By The Sea preschool and the Head of School at Seven Arrows Elementary School. Margarita is an accomplished educator with over 32 years of experience in education, business and marketing. In this episode, Margarita talks about the essence of her program: "For the brain to develop well, you need to be loved." Margari...

Bill Neil is the Pastor at Charleston Christian Center in Charleston, West Virginia. Pastor Neil and his wife Kim have been married for 30 years and have seven children. In this episode Pastor Neil talks about starting an after school program at his church for at risk children. He also discusses with Dr. Bob about how his love for God and helping people are two key components that drive him everyd...

Peter Hamilton is an architect based in Santa Monica, CA and one of Dr. Bob's children. In this episode, Dr. Bob and Peter discuss the importance of giving children a chance to have their own safe and creative space without the use of media to keep them occupied. They also talk about Peter's architectural background and what it's like to have five siblings. How to contact Peter Hamilton: Studio Ha...

In this introduction episode, Dr. Bob discusses his reasons for starting a podcast. He also talks about some of the topics and guests that will appear on the show. How to contact Dr. Bob: Dr. Bob on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChztMVtPCLJkiXvv7H5tpDQ Dr. Bob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drroberthamilton/ Dr. Bob on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bob.hamilton.1656 Dr. B...