hol+ Kids: What’s Happening to Our Kiddos and What Do We Do About It? with Dr. Pejman Katiraei

hol+ Kids: What’s Happening to Our Kiddos and What Do We Do About It? with Dr. Pejman Katiraei

Author: Dr. Taz MD February 18, 2025 Duration: 53:45

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Children today are sicker than ever—autism, anxiety, ADHD, autoimmune issues, the list goes on and on… In this episode, Dr. Taz sits down with pediatrician Dr. Pejman Kaderai (Dr. K) to explore what is going on with the health of our kids and teens. Dr. K shares insights from his decade-long clinical experience, emphasizing the importance of addressing the root causes of complex health issues rather than just treating symptoms. They discuss the role that environmental factors play in children’s health and emphasize the need for a new model in pediatric healthcare. Dr. K also introduces Wholistic Minds, an AI holistic assistant designed to empower healthcare providers to better serve families. Whether you are a concerned parent or a healthcare provider, this episode offers invaluable perspectives on how to meet the evolving health needs of children today.


About Dr. Katiraei


Dr. Pejman Katiraei (Dr. K) is a board-certified pediatrician who completed his undergraduate at UCLA and then obtained his osteopathic medical degree at Western University. He completed a pediatric residency at Loma Linda University, where he stayed on as teaching faculty for over 4 years. Dr. K has also completed two fellowships in integrative medicine and has over a decade of clinical experience helping children with severe learning and behavioral challenges. 

 

He feels we must do more to help all these children who are struggling, and that is why helped found Wholistic Minds, an AI holistic assistant to empower an army of healthcare providers to help families find and treat the root cause of complex health problems. 


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Host & Production Team

Host: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)


02:14 Dr. K's Journey into Pediatrics

03:18 Challenges in Conventional Pediatrics

05:10 Integrative Medicine and Early Interventions

10:18 Autism and Inflammatory Bowel Disease

11:37 Environmental Factors and Genetic Vulnerability

24:39 Sensory Processing Disorders and ADHD

32:03 Guidance for Parents

35:05 Mental Health Crisis in Adolescents

35:36 Teen Health and Wellness

47:06 Innovations in Holistic Care


Tune into hol+ with Dr. Taz MD | The Future of Medicine is Holistic for a conversation that moves beyond conventional wellness talk. Hosted by Dr. Taz MD, this podcast operates from a simple yet profound premise: true health isn't found in a single pill or diagnosis, but in the intricate connection between our biology, our lifestyle, and our emotional world. Each episode builds on the idea that modern science and functional medicine don't have to exist in opposition to ancient healing wisdom or the importance of spiritual well-being. Instead, they can be woven together into a practical, personalized approach to caring for the whole person. You'll hear discussions that tackle how these interconnected systems directly influence not just physical symptoms, but also our mental clarity, capacity for joy, the quality of our relationships, and the health of our entire family unit. As a 2025 Webby honoree, this series has established itself as a pioneering voice, daring to explore where evidence-based research and a more expansive view of human potential meet. Recent episodes have featured leading voices in mental health, among other fields, providing actionable insights. If you're looking for a healthcare dialogue that respects the data while honoring the complexity of the human experience, this is the podcast for you.
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