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Presentations & Event Schedule
Friday, October 20, 2023
8:00AM – 5:00PM: “H1001: Section on Surgery Program: Day 1”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Liberty Ballroom Salons MNOP
Kris R. Jatana, MD, FAAP, FACS (he/him/his)
Professor, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University
- Day one of the program will feature two interactive, multidisciplinary symposia. The first will highlight advocacy efforts by AAP members. The second symposium will feature various aspects of pediatric anesthesia and pain management, including opioid stewardship and the role of pediatric surgeons in this effort.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
7:00AM – 5:30PM: “H2015: Section on Surgery Program: Day 2”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Independence Ballroom Salons MNOP
Kate McCracken, MD (she/her/hers)
Associate Professor, Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University
- The second day of the Section on Surgery program will include scientific sessions with abstract presentations on contemporary clinical and basic science research. We will also present the Arnold Salzberg Mentorship Award and the William E. Ladd Medal. The morning will conclude with the Stephen Gans Distinguished Overseas Lecture. The afternoon session will be a multidisciplinary discussion with pediatric and adolescent gynecology colleagues on various aspects of surgical care for children and adolescents with ovarian masses.
8:00AM – 4:30PM: "H2016: Section on Urology Program: Day 2”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Independence Ballroom Salon D
Daniel DaJusta, MD (he/him/his)
Professor, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Christina Ching, MD (she/her/hers)
Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric Urology, Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Programming will be led by Moderators, Craig Peters, MD, FAAP; David Hains, MD, FAAP; Anthony Casale, MD; and Jonathan Groner, MD, FAAP and will feature three major Symposia, to include: 1. An expert panel on complex Laparoscopy and Robotic Urologic Surgery 2. A multidisciplinary Joint panel with Nephrology on VUR/UTI Guidelines, management of recurrent UTI and BBD, up-to-date standards for defining UTI, and uropathogens & community bacterial patterns 3. A multidisciplinary Joint panel with Pediatric Surgery on GU Trauma including evaluation and management of blunt renal trauma, lower urinary tract and genital trauma, and penetrating abdominal trauma.
9:00AM – 10:00AM: “S2309: Preventing Kernicterus: Updates on the Management of Hyperbilirubinemia"
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 202A
Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP (he/him/his)
Chief, Division of Primary Care Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
- This session will include a didactic lecture and case-based presentation on the diagnosis and management of jaundice, including both common and rare pathology contributing to disease. Updated 2022 guidelines will be presented.
1:00PM – 5:30PM: “H2040: Section on Osteopathic Pediatricians Program: Day 1”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Capitol/Congress
Devon Swick, DO (she/her/hers)
Clinical Assistant Professor, Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
- Osteopathic Approach to Peds: From Infancy to Adolescence
3:30PM – 4:30PM: “S2608: Proteinuria: What to Do?”
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 207B
Alyssa A. Riley, MD, Med (she/her/hers)
Pediatric Nephrologist, Nationwide Children's Hospital - Toledo
- This session will discuss why proteinuria is one of the most common reasons for referrals to pediatric nephrology. Most cases are benign requiring no further work up; however, it is important for the pediatrician to recognize when to refer to nephrologists and to understand the appropriate evaluation and possible diagnoses.
3:30PM – 4:30PM: “S2610: ENT Disorders: You Make the Diagnosis”
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 146B
Kris R. Jatana, MD, FAAP, FACS (he/him/his)
Professor, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University
- This session will use case-based vignettes to review how to accurately diagnose ear, nose, and throat disorders, which comprise the majority of visits to general pediatric offices outside of well-child visits.
Sunday, October 22, 2023
7:30AM – 8:30AM: “S3106: ENT Disorders: You Make the Diagnosis"
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 146B
Kris R. Jatana, MD, FAAP, FACS (he/him/his)
Professor, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University
- This session will use case-based vignettes to review how to accurately diagnose ear, nose, and throat disorders, which comprise the majority of visits to general pediatric offices outside of well-child visits.
7:30AM – 12:00PM: “H3002: Section on Osteopathic Pediatricians Program: Day 2”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Capitol/Congress CME 4.00
Fareeda W. Haamid, DO
Adolescent Medicine Physician, Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Osteopathic Approach to Peds: From Infancy to Adolescence
8:00AM - 12:00PM: "H3005: Joint Program: Section on Neonatal Perinatal Medicine and Section on Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition: Day 3"
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Marquis Ballroom Salons 1-4
Gail E. Besner, MD
Chief of Pediatric Surgery, Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Updates in the Care of Infants with Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases
8:30AM - 10:00AM: "S3201: Published Studies That Could Change the Way You Practice"
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 145
Alex R. Kemper, MD, MPH, MS, FAAP (he/him/his)
Chief, Division of Primary Care Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
- The session will focus on the top 10 plus recently published studies that could improve clinical practice. To celebrate the 75th anniversary of pediatrics, landmark articles from pediatrics that have been “practice-changers” over the years will be woven into the presentation.
1:00PM – 4:00PM: “H3030: Joint Program: Section on Allergy and Immunology and Section on Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition”
Location: Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, Rock Creek Salons BC
Rajitha D. Venkatesh, MD, MPH (she/her/hers)
Assistant Professor, Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Update on Eosinophilic GI Disorders
Monday, October 23, 2023
8:00AM – 12:00PM: “C4010: Innovations in Food Security in Practice, Community, and State Systems”
Location: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC, Liberty Ballroom Salon L
Sara M. Bode, MD (she/her/hers)
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital
- Promising and Innovating Practices to Address Food Security and Hunger
9:00AM – 10:00AM: “S4301: Allergies in the Media: How Dramatic Portrayals in Headlines, Film, and Television Impact our Patients”
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 146C
David R. Stukus, MD, FAAP (he/him/his)
Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine
- In a world filled with dramatic media headlines and exaggerated portrayals in film and television, the presentation of allergic conditions is often skewed which then impacts patient perception. This session will provide engaging examples of these portrayals and offer practical pearls to help attendees address with patients.
5:00PM – 6:00PM: “S4801: Allergies in the Media: How Dramatic Portrayals in Headlines, Film, and Television Impact our Patients”
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 147
David R. Stukus, MD, FAAP (he/him/his)
Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine
- In a world filled with dramatic media headlines and exaggerated portrayals in film and television, the presentation of allergic conditions is often skewed which then impacts patient perception. This session will provide engaging examples of these portrayals and offer practical pearls to help attendees address with patients.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
9:00AM – 10:00AM: “S5301: Allergy Tests: How to Properly Use and Avoid Harm”
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 146A
David R. Stukus, MD, FAAP (he/him/his)
Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University College of Medicine
- Allergy tests are often overused, misinterpreted, and can cause misdiagnosis and unnecessary harm. Various tests are heavily marketed to primary care pediatricians and available for anyone to order. This session will review indications for use, proper selection of tests, and interpretation of results.
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