Dr. R.J.’s mission is to transform pediatric primary care and break the cycle of trauma by equipping healthcare professionals with effective tools and knowledge.
He is the author of many books, including Musicophilia, Awakenings, The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, and Everything In Its Place, a posthumous collection of essays published in 2019.
I offer trainings, keynotes, and consultations on trauma-informed care, early relational health, and practice-based interventions to promote resilience and relational health in pediatric practice. As a practicing pediatrician with 25 years of experience, I offer practical support to help transform your practice in your journey towards becoming trauma-informed. You’ll find this kind of practice transformation to be invigorating to your practice, and you’ll find more meaning in the work you do on a day-to-day basis. No matter where you are in your trauma-informed journey, I can help you take the next steps toward improving the lives of the children under your care.
Not a pediatrician? I’ve worked with school-based systems, community organizations, parents, and other professionals who work with children. Trauma shows up in the professional lives of everyone who cares for kids, so I can help you to recognize it, respond to it, and equip you to help every child build resilience.