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Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injuries

Experts in sports medicine, pediatric neurology and pediatric surgery come together to deliver the information and guidance clinicians need to diagnose concussion in young patients, assess the severity of traumatic brain injuries, determine ...

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Anemia In Patients

Focusing on the anemias most often seen in primary care, pediatric hematologist Shreya Agarwal, MD, breaks down the diagnostic process – with insights on what's normal versus abnormal in patients ranging from newborns to teenagers.

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Latest and Greatest in Acne, Eczema, and Warts

Common skin problems affect quality of life for kids, impacting everything from sleep quality and academic performance to social life and self-esteem. Fortunately, explains pediatric dermatologist Joanna Tu, MD, there are numerous treatment ...

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10th Annual GME / Fellowship Research Symposium

Two UCSF pediatric emergency medicine fellows share new research on improving pneumonia care and understanding how COVID-19 reshaped pediatric sports injuries.

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Managing the Storm: Sick Day Strategies for Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes

Anthony Parish, MD, presents on increased risk of diabetes-related ketooacidosis (DKA).

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GLP-1R Agonists in Children

Both patients and providers have questions about the latest obesity medications, and pediatric endocrinologist Srinath Sanda, MD, has answers.

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Growth Hormone Deficiency (GHD) in Childhood and Adolescence

When a child's stature raises concern, pediatricians must determine whether there’s actually a problem and – if so – what's behind it.

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Identifying Endocrine Disorders in Newborns: What Pediatricians Need to Know

A solid grasp of the benefits and limits of standard screening tests is essential to preventing the serious and even life-threatening consequences of neonatal endocrine conditions, such as congenital hypothyroidism and congenital adrenal hyperplasia.

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Updates in Family Planning for Adolescents and Medical Uses of Contraceptives

Sorting through an ever-increasing number of birth control methods is a challenge for providers, yet vulnerable young patients are in particular need of guidance and support.

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Meltdowns to Cooldowns: Effective Strategies for Assessing and Treating Disruptive Behaviors

This talk from child and adolescent psychiatrist Josiah Cox, MD, presents steps for efficient yet thorough assessments of youths with behaviors that are negatively impacting their lives

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Healing from Within: Mind-Body Approaches to Pediatric Anxiety and Depression

Children are increasingly prone to anxiety and depression, with the pandemic and the ubiquity of electronic devices playing roles, as pediatric integrative medicine physician Fatima Barragan, MD, explains in this presentation for primary care providers.

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Is it Rheum? A Clinical Approach to Identifying Rheumatologic Disease

Illustrating with case examples, pediatric rheumatologist Nicole Ling, MD, MAS, shows pediatricians how to evaluate kids presenting with a swollen or painful joint – and explains why these aren’t always the same thing.

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GI Manifestations of Cystic Fibrosis

CF affects multiple organ systems, with gastrointestinal manifestations playing a significant role in morbidity and mortality – and impacting quality of life.

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Neonatal Cholestasis

Offering providers a vantage point on the many causes and serious consequences of impaired bile flow, this presentation from pediatric gastroenterologist and hepatologist Prita Mohanty, MD, begins with a review of bile acid excretion, ...

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Pancreatitis in Children and Adolescents: Who, Why, and What We Can Do About It

Recurring pancreatitis is painful and frightening for children and stresses the whole family. This presentation from pediatric gastroenterologist Emily R. Perito, MD, MAS, and digestive disorder specialist Michelle Klosterman, PNP, covers ...

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Strange Bedfellows-Discussing What's New in STI Diagnosis and Treatment Options

This talk by pediatric infectious disease specialist Alexander M. Newman, MD, MS, covers the most common STIs; terms to embrace, avoid or clarify when talking with young patients.

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Breathing Hope: Advancements in Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Care

Pediatric pulmonologist Elizabeth Gibb, MD, MPhil, reviews the genetics of CF, notes shortcomings of the newborn screening process (which differs by state), and explains how CFTR modulators work to improve respiratory and digestive function

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Urology for Primary Care- UTIs, reflux, and testicles

Specialists in urological care for babies and toddlers, nurse practitioners Bethany Cichon and Jessica Olivero deliver this talk covering urinary tract infections, vesicoureteral reflux undescended testicles

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Avoiding the Blame Game: UTI Management in Individuals with Neurogenic Bladder

With the neurologically impaired bladder prone to bacterial colonization, notes pediatric urologist Hillary L. Copp, MD, MS, urinary tract infection diagnosis and treatment become complicated – and yet intervention is essential to preserving ...