Growing Stronger Together

Growing Stronger Together

Growing Stronger Together is a podcast for people who care about children. Growing Stronger Together was developed by faculty at East Tennessee State University, including members of the ETSU Health Department of Pediatrics, the ETSU Center for Early Childhood Learning and Development, and the ETSU Child and Family Health Institute. East Tennessee State University is located in the beautiful Appalachian Highlands. We appreciate the financial support provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health.

  1. Aug 20

    Empowering Breastfeeding: Insights from the ETSU Community Breastfeeding Conference with Dr. Heather Champney

    In this episode, Dr. Karen Schetzina interviews Dr. Heather Champney about the ETSU Community Breastfeeding Conference. They discuss the importance of breastfeeding support, the challenges new mothers face, and the resources available to assist them. Dr. Champney shares her background in pediatrics and her involvement in the conference, highlighting key presenters and topics covered. The conversation emphasizes the need for community support and trauma-informed care in breastfeeding practices. Links for the ETSU Community Breastfeeding Conference:  ETSU Community Breastfeeding Conference sessions now available now online for free CME credits: Breastfeeding Conference: The Road to Excellence is Paved with Wrong Turns: Improving the Way we Honor our Bedside Mistakes (EM) - East Tennessee State University Continuing Education for Health Professionals - Continuing Education (CE) - BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE: THE ROAD TO EXCELLENCE IS PAVED WITH WRONG TURNS: IMPROVING THE WAY WE HONOR OUR BEDSIDE MISTAKES (EM) Breastfeeding Conference: To Supplement or Not to Supplement (EM) - East Tennessee State University Continuing Education for Health Professionals - Continuing Education (CE) - BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE: TO SUPPLEMENT OR NOT TO SUPPLEMENT (EM) Breastfeeding Conference: Bridging the Gap Between Breast and Bottle Feedings: Aligning Techniques for Optimal Development (EM) - East Tennessee State University Continuing Education for Health Professionals - Continuing Education (CE) - BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN BREAST AND BOTTLE FEEDINGS: ALIGNING TECHNIQUES FOR OPTIMAL DEVELOPMENT (EM) Breastfeeding Conference: Breastfeeding the Medically Fragile Infant During the Early Post Partum Period (EM) - East Tennessee State University Continuing Education for Health Professionals - Continuing Education (CE) - BREASTFEEDING CONFERENCE: BREASTFEEDING THE MEDICALLY FRAGILE INFANT DURING THE EARLY POST PARTUM PERIOD (EM) Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program. Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported Video Link: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg⁠⁠ Produced by Mitch McGarry with Maypop Media

  2. Jul 22

    Period Problems with Dr. Quinn Owen

    Period Problems with Dr. Quinn Owen  During our Teens on Tuesday's segments with host Dr. William Dodd, learn more about ways to support adolescents' well-being during their journey to adulthood.    Join us today for a discussion on menstrual issues and how they are addressed.  Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program.   Further reading / resources:    https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/genitourinary-tract/Pages/Menstrual-Disorders.aspx  Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy    Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.    Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0    Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  3. Jun 23

    Adolescent Confidentiality with Dr. Alisa Vasileva (Part 2)

    During our Teens on Tuesday's segments with host Dr. William Dodd, learn more about ways to support adolescents' well-being during their journey to adulthood.    Join us today for a discussion about confidentiality as it pertains to adolescents and how the “teenage topics” are discussed in a medical visit.   Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program.   Further reading / resources:    https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/153/5/e2024066326/197124/Confidentiality-in-the-Care-of-Adolescents-Policy  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28460146/  Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy    Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.    Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0    Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  4. Jun 1

    Adolescent Confidentiality Part 1 with Dr. Alisa Vasileva

    Adolescent Confidentiality with Dr. Alisa Vasileva  During our Teens on Tuesday's segments with host Dr. William Dodd, learn more about ways to support adolescents' well-being during their journey to adulthood.    Join us today for a discussion about confidentiality as it pertains to adolescents and how the “teenage topics” are discussed in a medical visit.   Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program.  Further reading / resources:      https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/153/5/e2024066326/197124/Confidentiality-in-the-Care-of-Adolescents-Policy  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28460146/  Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy    Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.    Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0    Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  5. May 8

    How the Pediatric Care Navigation Program Transforms Child Healthcare

    Summary This episode explores the Pediatric Care Navigation (PCN) program at Niswonger Children's Hospital, focusing on how it supports families with children who have complex medical needs. Guest Emily Blanton shares insights into the program's development, services, and impact on regional healthcare coordination. Key Topics Pediatric Care Navigation Program overviewFamily experience and support servicesMultidisciplinary team and community partnershipsInpatient and outpatient care coordinationFuture directions and outreach strategies Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program. Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  6. 11/11/2025

    Preventative Care with Dr. Sukhvir Singh | Teens on Tuesdays

    Preventative Care with Dr. Sukhvir Singh During our Teens on Tuesday's segments with host Dr. William Dodd, learn more about ways to support adolescents' well-being during their journey to adulthood. Join us today for a discussion about Preventative Care. Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program. Further reading / resources: https://www.aap.org/en/practice-management/bright-futures/ https://www.healthcare.gov/coverage/preventive-care-benefits/ Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  7. 10/21/2025

    Acne with Dr. Katie Seale | Teens on Tuesdays

    Acne with Dr. Katie Seale During our Teens on Tuesday's segments with host Dr. William Dodd, learn more about ways to support adolescents' well-being during their journey to adulthood. Join us today for a discussion about Acne. Financial support for Growing Stronger Together is provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health and through competitive funding from Tennessee Department of Health's Maternal Mortality Prevention program. Further reading / resources: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/acne https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/skin/Pages/What-Causes-Acne.aspx Music derived from Song: Justhea - Happy Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music. Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported Video Link: https://youtu.be/h8RmuRCZCWg

  8. 09/29/2025

    Connecting Mothers with Farmers: Project MANNA | Moms on Mondays

    Summary In this episode of the Growing Stronger Together podcast, host Dr. Karen Schetzina speaks with Aliyah Smith-Gomis about Project MANNA, a community-based initiative aimed at connecting Black mothers in Appalachia with local Black farmers to provide access to fresh, nutritious foods. The conversation explores Aliyah's background in public health, the importance of nutrition for maternal health, and the goals of Project MANNA to address disparities in health outcomes for Black women. Aliyah shares her personal experiences that inspired the project and discusses future aspirations for its growth and impact in the region. If you would like to learn more about Project MANNA, please email or check out our socials! Email: ProjectManna@outlook.com Instagram: @ProjectManna_

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Growing Stronger Together is a podcast for people who care about children. Growing Stronger Together was developed by faculty at East Tennessee State University, including members of the ETSU Health Department of Pediatrics, the ETSU Center for Early Childhood Learning and Development, and the ETSU Child and Family Health Institute. East Tennessee State University is located in the beautiful Appalachian Highlands. We appreciate the financial support provided through a Community Health Improvement Site Investment from Ballad Health’s Department of Population Health.

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  • Creator
    Growing Stronger Together
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
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