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Episode 53 – Back-to-School Sports Physicals & Heart Health

Dr. Christopher Snyder joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about back-to-school sports screenings and cardiovascular health. They highlight what families can expect during a physical, how heart conditions are detected, and the risk posed by performance-enhancing drugs and energy drinks. They also offer practical tips about how to keep kids safe while participating in organized sports.

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Guest

Christopher Snyder, MD, FAAP

Dr. Christopher Snyder is Director of Pediatric Cardiology with the Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Snyder is past Chair of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. He is also a member of the Virginia AAP chapter.


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Theme music composed by Doug Nagel.

The views expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and not necessarily those of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Last Updated
8/28/2025
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The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.
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