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ACOP Pediatric Track at OMED23

The American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians (ACOP) is excited to offer another great pediatric program at OMED23 this fall. The ACOP will present content for the medical professional providing care to children.

The ACOP CME Committee is working to confirm the remaining speakers.

REGISTRATION/HOUSING – 
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PEDIATRICS PROGRAM

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ALL TIMES ARE EASTERN TIME

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2023

6:00 – 8:00pm             OMED Welcome Reception

After 8:00pm                State Affiliate Events

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023

8:00 – 9:15am             OMED General Session

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY/DERMATOLOGY  

Moderator: Jamee Goldstein, DO, FACOP

9:30 – 10:30 am           Nephrotic Syndrome/Post Strep Glomerulonephritis
                                         Nisha Mathews, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Discuss distinguishing differences between nephrotic and nephritic syndrome.
* Review causes of pediatric nephrotic syndrome; with focus on primary nephrotic syndrome of childhood and focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS).
* Review pathophysiology of post infectious glomerulonephritis caused by streptococci.

10:30 – 11:30am           Autoimmune Kidney Diseases
                                         Nisha Mathews, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Provide an overview of systemic autoimmune conditions that affect the kidneys;
a. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) glomerulonephritis
b. Ig A Nephropathy (IGAN)
c. Autoantibodies to neutrophil cytoplasmic antigens (ANCA)-associated vasculitis and glomerulonephritis
d. Goodpasture Syndrome
e. Complement 3 glomerulopathy (C3G)
* Discuss the role of non-nephrologists in the care of children with autoimmune kidney diseases.

11:30am – 12:30pm     Dermatologic Manifestations of Renal Disease
                                         Anais Aurora Badia, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Explain how renal disease is a systemic condition that can manifest with various dermatological findings.
* Understand the skin manifestations associated with these diseases can aid in early diagnosis and management.
* Identify skin findings in renal disease, with relevant references and recommendations for visual aids.

12:30 – 1:30pm            OMED Lunch / Product Theaters / Exhibits Open

PEDIATRIC OMM/OMT

Moderator: David M. King, DO, FACOP

1:30 – 3:00pm             Intro to Visceral Manipulation, Treating Kidneys and Thyroid
                                        Hope Tobey, DO 
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Discuss an approach to visceral treatment in pediatric pediatrics
* Demonstrate 2-3 techniques helpful for treating a patient with Renal pathology
* Demonstrate 2-3 techniques helpful for treating a patient with Thyroid pathology

3:00 – 4:30pm            OMT for Dysmenorrhea and Pediatric Pelvic Complaints
                                        Joanna Kramer, DO, MPH
  Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Review anatomy and physiology relevant to dysmenorrhea and pelvic complaints.
* Discuss indications and contraindications for OMT treatment in this region.
* Practice hands-on OMT techniques for dysmenorrhea and pelvic complaints. 

6:00 – 11:30pm           AOF Honors Gala (Separate Registration Required)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2023

ENDOCRINOLOGY/DERMATOLOGY

Moderator: Marta S. Diaz-Pupek, DO, FACOP, FAAP

9:30 – 10:30 am          Vitamin D Deficiency and Related Disorders
                                        Monica M. Mortensen, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Review the metabolism of vitamin D.
* Review the pathophysiology of vitamin D disorders in children.
* Discuss how to recognize the clinical features and identifying children at risk of vitamin D
* Discuss the appropriate investigations and know when they are indicated.
* Describe the management of vitamin D deficiency and other disorders and be aware of current guidelines for its prevention.

10:30 – 11:30am          Pediatric Thyroid Disorders
                                        Monica M. Mortensen, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Review normal thyroid hormone physiology.
* Discuss the causes of thyroid dysfunction including congenital and acquired.
* Discuss the implications of maternal thyroid disease on the infant.
* Describe the assessment, diagnosis and management of childhood thyroid disease.
* Review thyroid nodules.

11:30am – 12:30pm    Dermatological Manifestation in Thyroid Disorders
                                         Anais Aurora Badia, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Explain how thyroid disease is a systemic condition that can manifest with various dermatological findings.
* Understand the skin manifestations associated with these diseases can aid in early diagnosis and management.
* Identify skin findings in thyroid disease, with relevant references and recommendations for visual aids.

12:30 – 1:30pm            OMED Lunch / Product Theaters / Exhibits Open

NEONATAL/PERINATAL

Moderator: R. Edwin Spitzmiller, DO, FACOP

1:30 – 2:30pm             Small Patients, Big Questions:  Ethics in Pediatric Medicine                       
                                        Mara E. DiBartolomeo, DO, MPH, FAAP
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Understand the unique considerations and challenges in conducting ethics consultations in the pediatric setting.
* Familiarize pediatricians with foundational theories on parental authority and how they apply to pediatric clinical medical ethics.
* Introduce practical approaches and frameworks for effectively conducting pediatric ethics consultations.
* Analyze a complex case study to develop critical thinking skills and ethical reasoning in pediatric care.
* Enhance communication skills when discussing ethical dilemmas with parents, children, and healthcare teams.
* Provide practical recommendations and guidelines for ethical decision-making in pediatric settings.

2:30 – 3:30pm             PDA Management in the Preterm Infant: Trends in Management
                                        Courtney E. Wein, DO, MS
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Describe the natural course of a PDA in a preterm infant.
* Discuss criteria used to determine whether a PDA is hemodynamically significant.
* Review why closure of the PDA may be beneficial.
* Review why expectant management may be beneficial.
* Review treatment options and efficacy

3:30 – 4:30pm            A Clinician’s Guide to Rapid Whole Genome Sequencing
                                        Lauren P. Thompson, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Define whole-genome sequencing.
* Explain the difference between a mutligene panel, whole exome sequencing and whole-genome sequencing and identify the best option in various clinical situations.
* Understand the importance of pre-test counseling in the setting of secondary findings and unexpected results.

5:00 – 6:00pm            OMED Networking Event and Awards Recognition

After 6:00pm               Alumni and State Affiliate Events

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2023

8:00 – 8:30am             ACOP Member Breakfast

PEDIATRIC OMM/OMT

Moderator: Tyree M.S. Winters, DO, FACOP, FAAP

8:30 – 10:00am          Vaccination Antibody Response Augmentation Using OMT
                                         Robert W. Hostoffer, Jr. DO, FACOP, FAAP 
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Review the history of lymphatic pumps in the use against disease and augmentation of vaccinations.
* Understand the OMT used in past studies.
* Review the data associated with lymphatic pumps and augmentation of the COVID vaccine.

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10:30am – 12:00pm   Pediatric Headaches: An Osteopathic Primary Care Approach
                                        David M. King, DO, FACOP
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Differentiate between Tension-type Headaches and Migraine Headaches in children.
* Define Chronic Daily Headaches and options for treatment.
* Demonstrate OMT techniques for headaches in children.

12:00 – 1:15pm            OMED General Session Luncheon/Keynote Speaker

PEDIATRIC POTPOURRI

Moderator Jason R. Jackson, DO, FACOP

1:30 – 2:30pm           Caring for a Pregnant Teen
                                      Kristi Herbst Dively, DO
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Identify the components of basic prenatal care.
* Discuss common complications in teen pregnancies and signs/symptoms of those complications.
* Discuss components of a well visit that can be implemented to prevent teen pregnancy.

2:30 – 3:30pm       Improving Equity and Access in Childhood Oral Health: What can Pediatricians Do? 
                                   Puneet Tung, DO, FAAP
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Discuss the prevalence, etiology and consequences of early childhood caries (ECC).
* Assess a child’s risk of developing ECC.
* Demonstrate a childhood oral health assessment.
* Differentiate the stages of ECC on examination.
* Explain the current recommendations for fluoride varnish.
* Recognize the impact of COVID-19 on childhood oral health.

3:30 – 4:30pm          How to Serve as a Physician Advocate
                                      Jason Jackson, DO, FACOP 
Upon completion of this presentation, the participant will be able to:
* Describe advocacy using quality improvement methodology as a guide.
* Discuss the difference between an ally and an advocate when supporting marginalized patients and families.
* Describe how to be an advocate for your patients, families, and profession on the local, state, and federal levels.
* Identify easy non-time-consuming ways to start on a path towards becoming a physician advocate through the ACOP and the AOA.