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Evidence-based. System-aware. Unforgettable.
Dr. Peterson delivers talks that challenge how clinicians think—and how care gets delivered.
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Featured Talk
How Chronic Pain is Like Falling in Love
Delivered at TEDxMSJC, this talk uses the neuroscience of attachment to explain why chronic pain persists — and what patients and clinicians can do about it. Dr. Peterson makes complex pain science accessible, memorable, and actionable for any audience.
Ideal for medical conferences, hospital grand rounds, patient advocacy events, and general audiences seeking a fresh perspective on pain.
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Signature Talks
Taking the Pain Out of Pain Management
Healthcare Professionals, Hospital Staff
A practical, evidence-based session on improving pain assessment and management for pediatric patients — with a focus on reducing disparities and improving outcomes for BIPOC populations.
Racial Disparities in Pain Management
Medical Conferences, DEI Programs
An unflinching look at how race affects pain treatment in America — what the data shows, why it persists, and what healthcare systems can do to change it.
How Chronic Pain is Like Falling in Love
General Audiences, TEDx-style Events
Dr. Peterson's signature TEDx talk that uses the science of attachment to explain chronic pain — making complex neuroscience accessible, memorable, and actionable.
The Physician Expansion Blueprint
Physician Groups, Medical Associations
A strategic framework for physicians who want to build influence, income, and impact beyond the exam room — without abandoning the clinical work they love.
Diversity in Anesthesiology
Medical Schools, Residency Programs
An honest conversation about the barriers facing women of color in anesthesiology — and a roadmap for institutions committed to meaningful change.
Track Record
Past Engagements
American Academy of Pediatrics · National Conference
"Taking the Pain Out of Pain Management"
National Medical Association · Annual Meeting
"Racial Disparities in Pain Management"
TEDx · TEDx Talk
"How Chronic Pain is Like Falling in Love"
Children's Omaha · Keynote
"Racial Disparities in Pain Medicine"
Howard University · Faculty Panel
"Anesthesiology Faculty Panel"
American Pediatric Surgical Nurses Assoc. · 32nd Annual Scientific Conference
"Taking the Pain Out of Pain Management"
Georgetown Pediatrics · Grand Rounds
"Pain Management Grand Rounds"
Society of Pediatric Pain Medicine · Annual Conference
"Pediatric Pain Management"
Testimonials
What Organizers Say
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Your presentation was a fantastic kick-off to the program. Participants gave it rave reviews.
APSNA Board
32nd Annual Scientific Conference
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Dr. Peterson's talk was the best of the entire meeting. Amazing talk — we need content like this at every healthcare gathering everywhere.
Conference Attendees
Society of Pediatric Pain Medicine
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I wish all our grand rounds would be like this! I should have learned about this a long time ago and this was a wonderful refresher. Thank you, this was so valuable.
Faculty Member
Georgetown Pediatrics
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Excellent presentation — very informative and well-presented. I will be recommending this to my colleagues.
Conference Attendee
American Academy of Pediatrics
Formats
Available Formats
Keynote
45–60 minutes
Workshop
Half or full day
Grand Rounds
45–60 minutes
Webinar
60–90 minutes
Panel Moderator
Flexible
Podcast Guest
30–60 minutes
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Dr. Peterson is available for keynotes, grand rounds, workshops, and panel discussions. To check availability and discuss your event, reach out directly.
- National and regional medical conferences
- Hospital grand rounds and CME events
- Corporate wellness and DEI programs
- Medical school and residency programs
- Podcast and media appearances
Or call (202) 743-1404