PODCAST: Dr. Jerrod Schrock on Kids’ Health, Vaccinations, and the Common Cold

Aug 15, 2025 at 06:14 am by WGNS News



 

In this episode of the WGNS Action Line, host Scott Walker welcomes guests from Murfreesboro Medical Clinic’s Pediatrics Department: Dr. Jerrod Schrock, pediatric physician; Brandise Raikes, director of marketing; and Nurse Stephanie Brandon, LPN and pediatrics nurse manager. Dr. Schrock tackles common parent questions about childhood health, including the differences between a cold and allergies, the importance of vaccinations before the school year starts, and tips for keeping kids healthy year-round. The team also shares how MMC Pediatrics supports families in Rutherford County.

 

 

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