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Pediatrics
Pediatric Endocrinology Symposium – Diagnosing & Managing Childhood Endocrine Disorders. Part 1
Each module is individually accredited, and you must complete all mandatory requirements to receive your certificates. To proceed to the next module, return to this Learning Path using the breadcrumbs at the top of the page within the black border. Be sure to click on the program title and you'll return here.
Credits are reported to the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties on a monthly basis. Please ensure that your Saudi Commission Classification ID is accurate in your profile and allow sufficient time for credits to appear in your Mustamir account.
DURATION
3 hr
PROFESSION
Specialist
# OF CREDITS
3
ACCREDITATION
SCFHS
EXPIRY DATE
2022-03-24
Each module is individually accredited, and you must complete all mandatory requirements to receive your certificates. To proceed to the next module, return to this Learning Path using the breadcrumbs at the top of the page within the black border. Be sure to click on the program title and you’ll return here.
Credits are reported to the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties on a monthly basis. Please ensure that your Saudi Commission Classification ID is accurate in your profile and allow sufficient time for credits to appear in your Mustamir account.
Faculty
Dr. Amir Babiker, MBBS, FRCPCH, CCT
Dr. Abdulaziz Al Twaim, MD, FRCPC, FAAP
Prof. Nancy Elbarbary, MBBCh, MSc, MD
Prof. Abulmoein Eid Al-Agha, FRCPCH
Dr. Ali Alqadi, MD, KFAFH - JEDDAH
Learning objectives
After reviewing the presentation, participants will be able to:
Video 1: Approach to the Hyperthyroid Child
1. Recognize the diagnosis of Graves’ disease in children.
2. Identify current treatment options that include antithyroid drugs (ATD), radioactive iodine (iodine-131) and subtotal or near-total thyroidectomy and their associated challenges.
3. Utilize the goals of treatment that include efficient control of symptoms and restoration of euthyroidism, balanced by the least adverse effects and cost-effectiveness.
Video 2: Growth Hormone Therapy: State of the Art & Future Perspective
1. Identify factors that predict future growth response.
2. Recognize current GH treatments, including monitoring and follow-up.
3. Engage in management of GH deficiency.
Video 3: Insulin Resistance and Type 2 Diabetes in Children
1. Recognize the diagnostic factors of Type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents.
2. Utilize treatment options for youth-onset Type 2 diabetes, including the use of biguanides (metformin) as initial treatment and insulin.
3. Identify comorbidities and current recommendations for management.
Video 4: Osteoporosis: Approach & Management - Finding the Right Balance
1. Identify diagnostic factors of osteoporosis in children.
2. Utilize techniques for assessing bone mass.
3. Recognize prevention and treatment options (e.g. bisphosphonate therapy).
Video 5: Turner Syndrome: Towards Growth Optimizing Strategies
1. Recognize historical, epidemiological and genetic aspects of Turner Syndrome.
2. Utilize prenatal and post-natal diagnostic workup.
3. Identify key recommendations for initial screening, use of GH treatment and ongoing monitoring.
Accreditation
#
of credits: 3
Duration: 3 hr
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