Register by Thursday, November 5, 2009

This one-day symposium for pediatricians, family physicians and other healthcare providers will cover practical tips related to a variety of allergy issues such as food allergies, asthma, recurrent infections and atopic dermatitis. Throughout the day, our speakers will address some of the more common dilemmas associated with these ailments, share first-hand experiences and offer guidelines on how to improve patient care.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Identify the prognostic factors for the development of persistent childhood wheezing.
• Explain the diagnosis and management of food allergy.
• Recognize the patient for whom an immune evaluation is indicated.

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Register by Thursday, November 26, 2009

This course is the 17th in a series of timely, one-day symposia for healthcare providers interested in learning about the latest pediatric treatments. The structure of this program remains the same with brief, practical hints related to several topics as well as subspecialty issues confronting you in your practice. For this installment, we present lectures on influenza, chronic diarrhea and malabsorption, new drugs of abuse and neurofibromatosis 1 in childhood.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Discuss the epidemiology of H1N1 and the seasonal flu.
• List the three most common etiologies for chronic diarrhea.
• Describe clinical presentations for drugs of abuse and list two new drugs of abuse.
• List the clinical criteria for a diagnosis of NF1 and recognize the important issues for the primary care of patients with NF1.

New Format for the Breakout Sessions
Ask the Expert: Bring Your Cases, Bring Your Questions

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Register by Friday, January 22, 2010

Pediatricians and other healthcare providers often encounter questions regarding autism spectrum disorders. This year's conference is a sequel to last year's presentation. A panel of experts will discuss topics such as screening, diagnosis, medical workup, associated medical, developmental and behavioral conditions, treatment, advocacy and adolescent issues. The goal of this one-day conference is to update professionals on the latest findings, approaches and techniques in the care of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Identify children with autism spectrum disorders in their practice.
• Discuss common dilemmas in diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders.
• Address common medical issues of children, including adolescents with autism spectrum disorders.
• Recommend effective medical, developmental, behavioral and educational interventions for children on the autism spectrum and identify appropriate community-based resources.

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Register by Thursday, February 18, 2010

This one-day symposium for pediatricians, family physicians and other healthcare providers will provide practical tips related to a variety of heart-related issues such as syncope, ECG, fetal cardiology, chest pains, cardiac surgery and care posttransplant. Throughout the day, our speakers will address some of the more common dilemmas associated with these issues, share first-hand experiences and offer guidelines on how to improve patient care.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• List the most common causes for syncope in children.
• Discuss the potential benefits for routine ECG screening.
• Discuss who should and who should not get an SBE prophylaxis.
• List the most common causes of chest pain in children.
• List who should have a fetal echocardiogram.
• Discuss obstacles that the post-transplant patient may have.
• List two new surgical procedures for patients with congenital heart disease.

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Register by Tuesday, April 6, 2010

This course is the 19th in a series of timely, one-day symposia for pediatricians, family practitioners and other clinicians wanting to advance their knowledge in the areas of dyshpagia, post-cancer care, painful scrotum, quality standards and measurement and anxiety in children and adolescents.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• List symptoms suggestive of congenital anomalies as the cause of dysphagia. Describe the method for evaluation of functional dysphagia and treatment options. Describe medical therapy for dysphagia.
• Discuss the more common long-term issues with treatment for cancer.
• List two reasons to measure quality in your office.
• List the differential diagnosis of the painful scrotum and the red flags for immediate surgical intervention.
• List the criteria for diagnosis of anxiety disorders in children.

New Format for the Breakout Sessions
Ask the Expert: Bring Your Cases, Bring Your Questions

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Register by Tuesday, May 11, 2010

This one-day conference should be attended by any healthcare provider interested in learning more about the latest in vaccines, rotavirus, flu, strep throat, recurrent infections and MRSA. A panel of distinguished experts will give practical advice related to these areas as well as indicators that might require follow-up with a specialist.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Identify when to screen children for immuno-deficiencies and tuberculosis.
• Describe antimicrobial therapy when indicated for the flu and infections commonly seen in the office.
• Discuss the latest vaccine recommendations.
• Identify the basic travel needs and recognize when a referral to a travel clinic might be necessary.

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Register by Tuesday, May 25, 2010

This one-day symposium for healthcare providers will address various conditions and injuries that can occur in the young athlete. Sports-related activities among children and adolescents continue to rise and the primary care practitioner is often the first to diagnose certain ailments and conditions. Throughout the day, our experts will address some of the more common conditions and dangers that athletes may face and offer guidelines on how to improve patient care and a positive outcome.

At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:

• Determine when athletes can return to play after a sport-related concussion.
• Recommend appropriate nutrition and hydration for young athletes.
• Assess sports injuries in the primary care office setting.
• Complete a joint exam and make the proper assessment.