Pedia Pain Focus

Training in 3 different countries' medical systems and practicing across international borders, Dr. Deepa Kattail has a unique perspective on pediatric pain care and healthcare practices overall. She's a pediatric anesthesiologist, pain physician, fellowship director, assistant professor at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada and chairs the Communications Committee in the Society for Pediatric Pain Medicine (SPPM). Her unique experiences in various healthcare settings and her experiences and insights are a great resources for any clinician, but especially a pediatric pain professional. Takeaways in This Episode Unique aspects of training programs and healthcare practices in India, United States and Canada. Influence of strong mentors on her choice of career and how she would practice.  What characteristics of her mentors and seniors influenced her own clinical and teaching practices. Essential ingredients of an expert and the role of confidence. What areas in medicine need to have more recognition as maj