In this episode, Dr. Jason Misurac and Dr. Amirtha Chinnadurai are joined by Dr. Michael Somers, Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and pediatric nephrologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, to discuss his real-world approach to steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome.
• Selecting and monitoring immunosuppressive therapy
• Avoiding common clinical pitfalls
• Navigating difficult conversations with families about diagnosis and prognosis
Designed for busy pediatric nephrologists, The Bean Pod delivers practical takeaways you can apply in clinic and on service.
The Bean Pod: A Pediatric Nephrology Podcast
Created by the Clinical Affairs Committee of the American Society of Pediatric Nephrology (ASPN), The Bean Pod delivers concise, high-yield conversations on topics that matter to busy clinicians. Each 15–20 minute episode features expert perspectives, practical pearls, and real-world insights to support pediatric nephrologists in their everyday practice.
Whether you’re on rounds, commuting, or between patients, The Bean Pod brings you trusted voices from the ASPN community—straight to your ears.
Posted: March 3, 2026