Comprehensive Review of Pediatrics 2014 (Videos)

Comprehensive Review of Pediatrics: A Detailed Examination of Childhood Health Issues

Introduction

Comprehensive Review of Pediatrics is a comprehensive education program that aims to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare providers caring for children. Directed by renowned pediatricians Drs. David A. Link and Ronald E. Kleinman, this program offers a comprehensive review of prevalent pediatric conditions and diseases.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this program, participants will gain:

• Increased proficiency in examining and taking histories of pediatric patients.
• Enhanced understanding of managing pediatric emergencies, including analyzing causes, providing treatment, and making appropriate referrals.
• In-depth knowledge of uncommon medical conditions in children, enabling informed decision-making regarding diagnosis and management.
• Comprehensive insights into behavioral and neurological problems in children, assisting in devising appropriate treatment plans.
• Ability to differentiate between congenital and acquired heart disease.
• Expertise in managing respiratory and allergic disorders in children, recognizing symptoms and selecting appropriate interventions.
• Detailed understanding of endocrine diseases, including their symptoms and treatment strategies.
• Essential skills for managing neonatal disorders, ensuring the well-being of newborns.
• Practical guidance in addressing topics in adolescent medicine, including contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, and growth-related issues.
• Recognition of the symptoms and management of renal diseases.
• Proficiency in identifying gastrointestinal issues in children and selecting appropriate treatments.
• Expertise in diagnosing and treating orthopedic and sports medicine injuries in children.

Topics and Speakers

The program encompasses a wide range of topics, including:

Pediatric Cardiology

• Recognition of Cardiovascular Disorders – Oscar J. Benavidez, Jr., MD
• Congenital Heart Disease – Ami Bhatt, MD
• Acquired Heart Disease – Manuella Lahoud-Rahmé, MD

Genetic Disorders

• Genetic Update: Top 10 Syndromes – Angela E. Lin, MD
• Risks of Medication Use During Pregnancy – Lewis B. Holmes, MD
• Muscular Dystrophies – Basil T. Darras, MD
• Inborn Errors of Metabolism – Inderneel Sahai, MD

Pediatric Neurology and Behavioral Problems

• Acute Head Injury and Concussion – Ann-Christine Duhaime, MD, and Richard D. Ginsburg, PhD
• Autism Spectrum Disorder – Christopher J. McDougle, MD
• Seizures: Epilepsy Management Update – Ronald L. Thibert, DO
• ADHD in the Pediatric Office – Timothy E. Wilens, MD
• Headache and Migraine – Kevin J. Staley, MD
• Neuro-Sleep Disorders – Thomas Bernard Kinane, MD
• Eating Disorders in Primary Care – Esther J. Dechant, MD

Pediatric Nephrology

• Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Problems – David A. Link, MD
• Hypertension – Avram Z. Traum MD
• Hematuria and Proteinuria – Elahna Paul, MD, PhD

Pediatric Endocrinology

• Adrenal Disorders in Infants and Children – Lynne L. Levitsky, MD
• Thyroid Disorders – Takara L. Stanley MD
• Diabetes and Diabetic Ketoacidosis – Nicole A. Sherry, MD
• Growth: The Tall and Short of It – Paul A. Boepple, MD
• Endocrine Solutions: Common Childhood Endocrine Problems – Lynne L. Levitsky, MD

Neonatology

• Neonatal Sepsis and Congenital Infections – Jason B. Harris, MD
• Life-Threatening Conditions in the Newborn – Sergei A. Roumiantsev, MD, PhD
• Common Issues in the Newborn Nursery – Marvin L. Wang, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology

• Abdominal Pain: Chronic and Acute – Jess L. Kaplan, MD
• Hepatitis – Uzma Shah, MBBS
• Neonatal Jaundice and Liver Disease – Esther J. Israel, MD
• Foreign Bodies and Caustic Ingestions – Inbar S. Spofford, MD
• Natural Remedies and Nutritional Supplements – Paula M. Gardiner, MD, MPH

Developmental Pediatrics

• Approach to Children with Delayed Motor Development – Ann M. Neumeyer, MD

Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

• Anemia: An Approach to Evaluation – Alison M. Friedmann, MD, MsC
• Bleeding Disorders – Eric F. Grabowski, MD, ScD
• Oncology Update – Michael P. Link, MD

Adolescent Medicine

• Adolescent Development – Traci L. Brooks, MD
• Contraception and Sexually Transmitted Diseases – Kathryn S. Brigham, MD
• Amenorrhea – Amy D. DiVasta, MD
• Pelvic Pain and Ovarian Cysts/Tumors – Marc R. Laufer, MD

Pediatric Pulmonary and Allergic Disorders

• Allergic Disorders – Perdita Permaul, MD
• New Pneumonia Guidelines: What You Need to Know – Kenan Haver, MD
• Food Allergy: Is It Something He’s Eating? – Wayne G. Shreffler, MD, PhD
• Gluten-Related Disorders: The Good (Wheat Allergy), The Bad (Gluten Sensitivity), and the Ugly (Celiac Disease) – Alessio Fasano, MD
• Asthmas 2014 is Not the Old Asthma – Thomas Bernard Kinane, MD
• Wheezing and Shortness of Breath – Lael M. Yonker, MD

Pediatric Emergency Medicine and Critical Care

• Orthopedic Emergencies – Benjamin J. Shore, MD, MPH, FRCSC
• Pediatric Emergencies and Pain Control – Baruch S. Krauss, MD, EdM
• Life-Threatening Head and Neck Infections – Mark S. Pasternack, MD
• Fever in Infants, Children, and the Immunocompromised Child: A 21st Century Approach – Chadi El Saleeby, MD

Pediatric Rheumatology

• Pediatric Rheumatology – Robert P. Sundel, MD

Pediatric Infectious and Immunologic Diseases

• Pediatric Infectious Diseases – Chadi El Saleeby, MD
• Congenital Immunodeficiencies – Jolan Eszter Walter, MD, PhD
• Immunizations – David A. Link, MD

Pediatric Surgery

• Common Problems in Pediatric Surgery – Allan M. Goldstein, MD
• Suture and Tissue Adhesive Techniques – Daniel P. Doody, MD

Pediatric Orthopedics and Sportsmedicine

• Common Ankle Injuries and Unusual Causes of Leg Pain – Jeffrey B. Kreher, MD, FAAP
• Skeletal Dysplasia – Christina M. Jacobsen, MD, PhD
• The Pediatric Hip – Gleeson N. Rebello, MD
• The Adolescent Athlete and the Spine – Maurice Albright, MD

Pediatric Dermatology

• Pediatric Dermatology – Daniela Kroshinsky, MD

Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology / Ophthalmology

• Pediatric Otitis and Sinusitis – Michael S. Cohen, MD
• Practical Pediatric ENT Topics – Christopher J. Hartnick, MD
• Ophthalmology: Amblyopia, Cataracts, Strabismus – David G. Hunter, MD, PhD

Special Topics

• Death of a Child: How to Help Schools Manage the Crisis – Steven C. Schlozman, MD
• Common Nutritional Dilemmas in Primary Care Pediatrics – Jill Israelite, RD, LDN, CNSC
• Infections and Inequality – Paul E. Farmer, MD, PhD
• Clinical Practice of the Future: Thriving in the Changing World of Pediatrics and Health Care Reform – Paul M. Wise MD, MPH

Accreditation and Availability

Oakstone Publishing, LLC, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The original release date is December 31, 2014. The total file size is 16.6 GB.

For more information, visit the program’s homepage at http://www.cmeinfo.com/store_temp/proddetails.asp?prodcat=722