Practical Updates and Cutting Edge Topics for Pediatricians
Nicklaus Children's Hospital is proud to present the very first ever Virtual 56th Annual Pediatric Postgraduate Course to be held Friday, Date TBD, through Sunday, Date TBD, 2021.
Whether this is your first time attending or your 56th, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field of pediatrics. A distinguished faculty will present state-of-the-art information in the prevention, pathophysiology and the latest developments in the diagnosis and treatment of the most prevalent pediatric and adolescent conditions. We hope you decide to join us virtually for the 2021 conference and are confident that we will surpass your educational goals.
Our First Ever All-Virtual Course
This year, the COVID-19 pandemic had forced all of us to adapt to virtual learning using technology. In previous years, the e-PPGC was offered as a virtual format for the General Sessions of the course. This year, we are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
Access to all sessions will be available to registrants for a period of 6 months for self-directed learning. All sessions (Live-Virtual & Video-on-Demand) are available for CME (Max 20 Credit Hours) & MOC Part 2 (20 Points) with completion of the MOC assignment.
History
Every year, for the past 56 years, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, formerly Miami Children's Hospital, has presented an annual Pediatric Postgraduate Course (PPGC) -- a course that is regarded as the most established continuing, independent medical education program in the country.
This course stems from Nicklaus Children's Health System’s tradition of quality and excellence in health care for children and is academically tailored to advance the clinical and research aspects of pediatrics and adolescent medicine. Renowned faculty from all over the United States and the world are invited to participate and present the most recent advances to the practicing pediatrician that directly impacts the practice. It is here that approximately 700 participants, including pediatricians, family practitioners, residents/fellows, and ancillary staff members are exposed to the world’s foremost teachers who have proven ability to translate theoretical information to the practical level of day-to-day pediatric care.
This course, “Perspectives in Pediatrics”, serves as the centerpiece for the Continuing Medical Education Program at Nicklaus Children's Health System, which includes weekly Grand Rounds, Faculty Development, Trauma, Tumor Board, Cardiology, and Radiology Conferences. The PPGC provides education in all areas of pediatrics including topics such as Metabolic Diseases, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nutrition, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Infectious Diseases, Emergency and Critical Care Medicine.
MOC Part 2 Points
The CME program will be approved by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) for up to 20 MOC Part 2 Self-Assessment Points. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
In order to claim the MOC Part 2 points, physicians must also meet the following criteria:
- Register for the full Virtual PPGC Course (Including Access Fee, CME Fee, and MOC Fee).
- Attend the course sessions.
- Complete the session surveys and evaluations for CME purposes.
- 4. Complete the MOC Part 2 self-assessment assignment. Registrants wishing to claim MOC will have ONE MONTH to complete and submit the assignment. (more information to follow).
Mission Statement
To provide a state-of-the-art forum for continuing medical education encompassing the latest developments in Pediatrics and Pediatric Subspecialties, fostering best clinical practices, up-to-date research information and child advocacy. This course is reflective of Nicklaus Children’s Health System’s commitment to advance the educational development of world-wide medical professionals serving children.
Accreditation Statement: Nicklaus Children's Hospital is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation Statement: Nicklaus Children's Hospital designates this live activity for a maximum of 20 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Faculty/Planner Disclosure Policy: In accordance with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education’s Standards for Commercial Support, all planners, teachers, and authors involved in the development of CME content are required to disclose to the accredited provider their relevant financial relationships. Relevant financial relationships will be disclosed to the activity audience.
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ABP MOC Recognition Statement: Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the activity and individual assessment of and feedback to the learner, enables the learner to earn up to 20 MOC points in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit. (PARS Course ID )
Live Virtual Schedule & Topic Listings
(Maximum 9.0 CME Credit Hours and 9.0 MOC Part 2 Points Provided)
Click each section title or arrow below to expand the list of talks available on-demand for each topic. If you have registered for the conference already, a version of this agenda is available on the iLearn website along with session access information and CME and MOC instructions.
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Day 1 – Friday, March 19, 2021
(1.5 CME Credit Hours & MOC Part 2 Points Provided)
| 4:00 pm - 4:15 pm |
Welcome, Opening, and Instructions |
| 4:15 pm - 4:30 pm |
Introductions & Welcome by NCHS & Course Chair |
| 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm |
 S101- OPENING PLENARY SESSION – The Donald Altman Annual Lectureship - TBD |
| 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm |
S102 – Wellbeing for Healthcare Providers in Pandemic Times
Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA
Prior to the pandemic, healthcare providers experienced burnout, depression, and suicide at an alarming higher rates than the general population. The onset of the pandemic brought about an added burden and risk of negatively affecting healthcare providers’ wellbeing. This session will focus on the risks to healthcare providers’ wellbeing brought about by the pandemic and addresses what can clinicians do to mitigate the impacts of the pandemic through resilience.. |
| 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm |
Opening Reception – Details will be sent to registrants closer to date |
| 7:30 pm |
ADJOURN - DAY 1 |
Day 2 – Saturday, March 20, 2021
(5.0 CME Credit Hours & 5.0 MOC Part 2 Points Provided)
| 10:45 am - 11:00 am |
Time for the attendees to connect |
| 11:00 am - 11:30 am |
S201 – Approach to the Pediatric Patient with Chest Pain
David Drossner, MD
Chest pain is not a common complaint in pediatric patients and when it occurs, it is rarely cardiac. This session will address the approach to the pediatric patient with chest pain at various age groups, the work-up that needs to be started, and when a serious or cardiac cause is suspected prompting further referrals. |
| 11:30 am - 12:00 pm |
S202 – Beyond Anti-Seizure Medications: New Approaches in Diagnosis & Treatment of Epilepsy
Ann Hyslop, MD
In the past few years, the field of pharmacotherapy for epilepsy has witnessed a boom. The latest epilepsy treatments go beyond medications to include diets (such as ketogenic diets), CBD, and other new approaches. This session will cover the new approaches to epilepsy treatments beyond the traditional anti-seizure medications. |
| 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm |
BREAK (Visit Virtual Exhibits) |
| 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm |
S203 – Setting Up Your Practice for Telemedicine: Dos & Don’ts
Todd Wolynn, MD
The pandemic has pushed the pediatric primary care practice to quickly adopt telemedicine. This session will cover best practices in telehealth set up and what the clinician needs to be aware of as the office is being set up to provide telemedicine services. |
| 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
S204- Beware of EMR & Technology Pitfalls in your Practice
Jeff Kile, MD, MHA
The electronic medical record (EMR) has been widely implemented in the Pediatric office to streamline the care, documentation, and office procedures such as billing and prescribing. In addition, technology is beeing increasingly sued by offices to communicate with patients, market the practice and its services, and reach the mellenial generation. This session will focus on the pitfalls to be aware that can result from technology and how to protect the practice from them. |
| 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm |
1:45 pm - 2:45 pm |
LUNCH BREAK (Visit Virtual Exhibits) |
| 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm |
S205 – A Deadly Combination in Teens: EVALI & COVID-19
TBD
Vaping and e-cigarette use by the pediatric population has been a surging epidemic leading to irreversible lung injury. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown to be more serious and deadly in patients with pre-existing conditions particularly respiratory problems. This session will discuss the evidence available to date on the link between EVALI and the COVID-19 outcomes. |
| 3:15 pm - 3:45 pm |
S206 – Raising Your Work-up Skills to Evaluate Short Stature
Alejandro Diaz, MD
Parents are more likely to bring their child to the pediatrician to evaluate short stature than cases of long stature. This is a common chief complaint and most of the times it is constitutional and non-organic in origin. This session will address how to systematically work-up and evaluate a patient with short stature. |
| 3:45 pm - 4:00 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 4:00 pm - 4:15 pm |
BREAK (Visit Virtual Exhibits) |
| 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm |
S207 – New Guidelines for the Management of H. Pylori
Shifra Koyfman, MD
Among the new guidelines published in 2020 in Pediatric Gastroenterology, a new guideline for the management of H. Pylori in children is published. This session will discuss the new guideline along with its applicability in practice for the Primary Care provider. |
| 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm |
S208- The New & Upcoming Treatments with Monoclonal Antibodies
Marry Vuong, PharmD
Monoclonal Antibodies are increasingly becoming part of the management tools for several clinical conditions and disorders. Hear from a clinical pharmacist on the new and upcoming monoclonal antibodies and their medical indications. |
| 5:15 pm - 5:30 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
BREAK (Visit Virtual Exhibit Hall) |
| 6:30 pm |
Adjourn Day 2 |
Day 3 – Sunday, March 21, 2021
(2.5 CME Credit Hours & 2.5 MOC Part 2 Points Provided)
| 10:45 am - 11:00 am |
Time for the attendees to connect |
| 11:00 am - 11:30 pm |
S301 – COVID-19 Update: What We Know?
Mary Anne Jackson, MD, FAAP, FPIDS, FIDSA
The information about the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to unfold as the disease progresses. While there is a lot we do not know about this virus, we certainly know now more than what we knew at the beginning of the pandemic. This session summarizes what is known so far about this virus. |
| 11:30 am - 12:00 pm |
S302 – COVID-19 Testing: Answering Your Patients’ Questions About COVID-19 Tests
Ibukun C. Akinboyo, MD
Testing for SARS-CoV-2 has been a source of confusion for many patients and their families. Multiple platforms are available so far including home test of nasal swab, saliva, PCR. In addition to antibody test after an infection. This session will provide a summary of the tests available, when they should be used, and what information each can provide. This will help the clinician answer some of the patients’ questions. |
| 12:00 pm - 12:15 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 12:15 pm - 12:30 pm |
BREAK (Visit Virtual Exhibits) |
| 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm |
S303 – Psychological Impacts of the Pandemic on Your Patients and Their Families
Danette Beitra, PhD
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected the mental health of patients and their families. This is a result of a combination of social isolation, financial burdens, unemployment, food insecurity, among others. This session will highlight the psychological impact of the pandemic on patients and families and provide some tools for the clinician to use to assist them. |
| 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm |
S304- MIS-C Disease: An Update
Michael J. Smith, MD, MSCE
MIS-C disease has emerged as a sequalae of COVID-19 infection in children. This session will discuss what is MIS-C disease and what we know so far about the treatments and outcomes. |
| 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm |
Q&A Panel |
| 1:45 pm |
ADJOURN - DAY 3 |
Learning Objectives
This course presents new, pediatric state-of-the-art knowledge on topics relevant to the practice of pediatrics. It will synthesize for the practicing pediatrician knowledge of Adolescent Medicine, Allergy & Immunology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Diseases, Neonatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Preventive Medicine/Community Pediatrics, Pulmonology, Radiology, Rheumatology and other childhood conditions. It will improve skills in patient management in the outpatient and hospitalized setting. Upon completion of the program, the participant should be able to:
- Recognize new state-of-the-art knowledge in pediatric care;
- Enhance and advance knowledge in different pediatric subspecialties;
- Apply these newly acquired skills to the management of various childhood diseases.
Target Audience
This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians and other health care professionals who wish to learn more about new, pediatric state-of-the-art knowledge and topics relevant to the practice of pediatrics.
Video-On-Demand Topic Listings
(Maximum 11.0 CME Credit Hours & 11.0 MOC Part 2 Points Provided)
Click each section title or arrow below to expand the list of talks available on-demand for each topic. If you have registered for the conference already, a version of this agenda is available on the iLearn website along with session access information and CME and MOC instructions.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT
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| 45 Minutes |
Early Detection of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Clues & Red Flags for the Primary Care Clinician
Michelle M. Macias, MD
This session will focus on the clues and red flags that the primary care clinician should be aware of in cases suspected of having autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The speaker will provide tips and clues that help the clinician make an early diagnosis of ASD. This session is based on the 2020 AAP Clinical Report. |
| 45 Minutes |
Treatment of ADHD in Children & Adolescents: Beyond the Basics
Michelle M. Macias, MD
Pediatricians are now managing most of the cases of ADHD in the office. New treatments are available for the management of ADHD. This session will cover treatments beyond the basics to help clinicians manage ADHD cases that fail the basic treatments. This session is based on the 2020 AAP Clinical Practice Guideline. |
GASTROENTEROLOGY
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| 30 Minutes |
Update on IBD
Lina M. Felipez, MD
This session will provide an update of the latest advances in the diagnosis and management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Children. |
| 30 Minutes |
Abdominal Pain: When is it Functional?
Jesse Reeves-Garcia, MD
Abdominal pain a common chief complaint in the pediatric practice. Functional abdominal pain is typically more difficult to diagnose and more frustrating to both the physician and the family. This session will provide an overview of the clues that typically point toward a functional cause of the abdominal pain in children. |
INFECTIOUS DISEASES
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| 30 Minutes |
COVID-19 Vaccine & Therapies: Truth & Myths
Mary Anne Jackson, MD, FAAP, FPIDS, FIDSA
Several COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics have been in the news some of which carry a strong evidence of effectiveness, and some are hyped-up with no strong evidence. This session will focus on the truth & myths behind some of the vaccines and therapeutics used for COVID-19. |
| 30 Minutes |
Salmonella Resurgence in Pediatrics
Marcelo Laufer, MD
The field of Pediatrics have witnessed lately a resurgence of Salmonella infections at various age groups. This session will address the risk factors and causes of this resurgence as well as the approach for the diagnosis and management of Salmonella infections in Pediatrics. |
PEDIATRIC POTPOURRI
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| 30 Minutes |
Emerging Issues in Male Adolescent Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare
Metee Comkornruecha, MD
Men’s health including sexual and reproductive health is overlooked most of the times partly due to males seeking care less often for sexual and reproductive issues. This session will give the pediatric provider an overview of emerging issues in male adolescent sexual and reproductive health and how to address them. This session is based on the 2020 AAP Clinical Report. |
| 30 Minutes |
Approach to the Pediatric Patient with First Time Seizure
Anuj Jayakar, MD
The occurrence of first time seizure in infants and children is a significant event that may trigger a cascade of work-up. This session will address the approach to the pediatric patient with first time seizure at different age groups and what work-up is recommended based on age and presentation. |
| 30 Minutes |
Common Newborn Rashes
Ana Duarte, MD
Newborn infants commonly present with rashes immediately after the neonatal period and parents seek advice from the general pediatrician regarding these manifestations. Fortunately, most of these rashes are benign or self-limited. This session will address the approach to common newborn rashes in order to provide the clinician with the tools to diagnose, and appropriately treat them. |
| 30 Minutes |
Practical Pediatric Cardiology Answers to Your Common Patient Care Questions
Danyal Khan, MD
The pediatric patient following cardiac surgery may be in a fragile state. While the cardiology and cardiac surgery specialists will continue to follow the patient after surgery for cardiac issues, there are special issues for the Primary Care provider to be aware of that might be specific to the post-cardiac surgery patient. |
| 30 Minutes |
Principles of Drug Dosing in Overweight Patients
Gustavo Alvira-Arill, PharmD
Matthew Kuchnik, PharmD
With the current obesity epidemic, weight-based dosing in Pediatrics becomes a challenge. Hear from a clinical pharmacist on the principles of drug dosing in overweight pediatric patients in order to maintain safe prescribing. |
| 45 Minutes |
Approach to the Child and Teen with Chronic Cough
Alicia Della Volpe, MD
Chronic cough at various age groups could be from different causes at different ages. This session will discuss the approach to the patient with chronic cough and what work-up to proceed with. |
| 45 Minutes |
Counseling Your Patients on New Devices
Marry Vuong, PharmD
Hellen Lee, PharmD
Gabriella Philipson. PharmD
Gustavo Alvira-Arill, PharmD
Matthew Kuchnik, PharmD
The field of medicine is exploding with new devices for treatment or monitoring of various conditions. This session will provide an overview of counseling strategies for selected devices used in common pediatric conditions. The speaker will demo the device and provide counseling tips. |
| 45 Minutes |
Top 10 Articles in Pediatrics for 2020
Rani S. Gereige, MD, MPH
This session will provide a “rapid fire” summary of the “lesson Learned” from selected top pediatric articles published in 2020 whose findings have impact on practice. The session also will address the quality of the evidence and the limitations of the methods/ study design when applicable. |
| 30 Minutes |
MOC/ ABP/ QI Overview
Rani S. Gereige, MD, MPH
Board-certified Pediatricians are required to maintain certification through the ABP MOC program with four parts. This session is aimed at summarizing the MOC/ABP requirements with the goal to address common confusions and questions. |
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
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| 45 Minutes |
Tips & Tricks for Billing & Coding for the Primary Care Office
Jan Blanchard, CPC, CPEDC, CPMA
Coding & Billing are key to the survival of the clinical practice. This session will highlight coding & billing strategies and tips for the Primary Care office-based practice. |
| 45 Minutes |
Practice Strategies to Deal with Vaccine Hesitant Parents & Organized Anti-Vaxxers
Todd Wolynn, MD
The pediatric provider commonly faces vaccine hesitancy from parents. Most recently, anti-vaxxers groups have been more organized than ever using social media and other tools to circumvent the pediatric office and its attempt to immunize patients and protect them from deadly infectious diseases. This session provides tips and resources to the clinician on how to deal with vaccine hesitancy as well as organized anti-vaxxers. |
SPORTS MEDICINE
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| 30 Minutes |
Resistance Training for Children & Adolescents
Verena M. Schreiber, MD
Resistance training in sports is often debatable in children in terms of its safety and effectiveness. This session will discuss the recommendations for safe and effective resistance training in children and how and when to appropriately recommend it. This session is based on the AAP 2020 Clinical Report. |
| 30 Minutes |
The Young Athlete With Syncope
Michael Lopez, MD
Syncope in the healthy young athlete is often a concerning event. Most of the times it is due to a benign condition and does not necessarily lead to exclusion from sports participation. This session will address the approach to the young athlete with syncope, the work-up, and follow-up including future sports participation recommendations. |
Faculty
National Guest Faculty
Ibukun C. Akinboyo, MD
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Medical Director, Pediatric Infection Prevention
Duke University Hospital
Durham, North Carolina
Jan Blanchard, CPC, CPEDC, CPMA
Certified Professional Medical Auditor
Pediatric Solutions Team
Physician’s Computer Company (PCC)
Winooski, Vermont
Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA
Immediate Past-President; American Medical Association
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Forensic Psychiatry
Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
Mary Anne Jackson, MD, FAAP, FPIDS, FIDSA
Director, Infectious Diseases
Children’s Mercy Kansas City
Professor of Pediatrics
UMKC School of Medicine
Kansas City, MO
Jeffrey R Kile, MD, MHA
General Pediatrician
Pediatric Associates of Kingston, LLC
Kingston, Pennsylvania
Michelle M. Macias, MD
Professor of Pediatrics
Chief, Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Director, South Carolina Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities Program
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina
Michael J. Smith, MD, MSCE
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Medical Director Pediatric Antimicrobial Stewardship
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, North Carolina
Todd Wolynn, MD, MMM, IBCLC
Chief Executive Officer, Kids Plus Pediatrics
Executive Director, Breastfeeding Center of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Nicklaus Children's Hospital Host Faculty
Gustavo Alvira-Arill, PharmD
Pharmacy Resident
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Danette Beitra, PhD, ABPP
Pediatric Psychologist
Board Certified Specialist in Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology
Department of Psychology
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Metee Comkornruecha, MD
Attending & Division Chief, Adolescent Medicine
Director, Adolescent Medicine Fellowship Program
Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Alicia Della Volpe, MD
Attending, Pediatric Pulmonology
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Alejandro Diaz, MD
Attending & Division Chief, Pediatric Endocrinology
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
David Drossner, MD
Attending, Division of Pediatric Cardiology
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
The Heart Program
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Ana Duarte, MD
President, Founder, & Medical Director
Children’s Skin Center
Director, Division of Pediatric Dermatology &
The International Birthmark Institute
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Lina M. Felipez, MD, FAAP
Attending & Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology
Research Director & Associate Director, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Rani S. Gereige, MD, MPH, FAAP*
Director of Medical Education &
Designated Institutional Official (DIO)
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
Florida International University College of Medicine
Miami, Florida
Ann Hyslop, MD
Attending, Pediatric Neurology
Director, Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Anuj Jayakar, MD
Attending, Pediatric Neurology
Associate Director, Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Danyal Khan, MD
Attending,Pediatric Cardiology
Attending, Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Shifra Koyfman, MD
Attending, Pediatric Gastroenterology
Associate Director, Pediatric Gastroenterology Fellowship
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Matthew Kuchnik, PharmD
Pharmacy Resident
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Marcelo Laufer, MD
Attending,Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Chair, Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
Chair, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee
Chair, Antibiotics Review Committee
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Helen Lee, PharmD, BCPS
Clinical Pharmacist
Director, Pediatric Pharmacy Residency Program
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Michael Lopez, MD
Attending, Division of Pediatric Cardiology
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
The Heart Program
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Gabriella Philipson, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Jesse Reeves-Garcia, MD
Attending, Pediatric Gastroenterology
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Verena M. Schreiber, MD
Attending, Pediatric Orthopedics
Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
Marry Vuong, PharmD*
Clinical Pharmacist
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Miami, Florida
*Denotes Scientific Planning Committee Member
Scientific Planning Committee
Marisa Azaret, PsyD
Chief, Division of Clinical Psychology
Jefry Biehler, MD, MPH
FIU Chair of Pediatrics
Beatriz Cunill-De Sautu, MD
Pediatric Residency Program Director
Andrew Farias, MD
Pediatric Chief Resident
Cindy Garlesky, ARNP
Pediatric Pain Management
Rani Gereige, MD, MPH
PPGC Course Chair
CME Committee Chair, Director of Medical Education
Shifra Koyfman, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Elizabeth Menocal, CPMSM, CPCS
Vice President, Clinical Affairs– Medical Administration
Maria Milla, MD
General Pediatrics, Director of Pediatric Care Center
Carolina Sanchez-Vegas, MD
Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Adam Stathas, MD
Pediatric Chief Resident
Clara Reyes-Miranda, ARNP
Allied Health, Pediatric Hospital Medicine
Jose Vargas-Loayza, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Marry Vuong, PharmD
Clinical Pharmacist
Continuing Medical Education Staff
Gabriela Martinez
Marketing, Web Design, and NCH-iLearn Management
CME Specialist, Department of Medical Education
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Course Registration (with Optional CME & MOC Package)
Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Up to 20 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
- Access to the live transmission for all three days of the conference
- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME & MOC 2 Packages must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
$150 - General Admission
+$50 - CME Credit Add-on (Optional)
+$50 - MOC Package Add-on (Optional)
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Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
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System Requirements
Optional CME & MOC Add-ons
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™ and will be approved by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) for up to 20 MOC Part 2 Self-Assessment Points. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
- For MOC: Complete the MOC Part 2 assessment. You will have ONE MONTH to complete and submit with a passing grade of 75% or more. You will be given up to two attempts to complete this assessment.
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
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Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
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- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME Package must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)
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+$50 - CME Credit Add-on (optional)
Registration Opens Soon
Group Registrations
Nicklaus Children's Hospital easy registration for entities wishing to sponsor groups of 10 or more physicians. For more information, please contact us at cme@nicklaushealth.org.
Notice: Due to the virtual nature of this year's conference there is a marked drop in registration costs. Therefore, unlike previous years, no discounts will be offered for group registration.
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
✖ No Group Live-stream options will be offered this year.
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
Optional CME
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
Course Registration (with Optional CME)
Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
- Access to the live transmission for all three days of the conference
- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME Package must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)
$100 - General Admission
+$50 - CME Credit Add-on (optional)
Registration Opens Soon
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
Optional CME
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
Course Registration (with Optional CME
Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
- Access to the live transmission for all three days of the conference
- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME Package must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)
* Residents and medical students must also submit a letter from Program Director/Dean of Students to cme@nicklaushealth.org.
$50 - General Admission
FREE - CME Credit Add-on (optional)
Registration Opens Soon
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
Optional CME
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
Course Registration (with Optional CME & MOC Package)
Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
Up to 20 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
- Access to the live transmission for all three days of the conference
- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME & MOC 2 Packages must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
- MOC 2 Add-on package is only available for US Physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties
$50 - General Admission
+$50 - CME Credit Add-on (optional)
+$50 - MOC Package Add-on (Optional)
Registration Opens Soon
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
Optional CME & MOC Add-ons
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™ and will be approved by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) for up to 20 MOC Part 2 Self-Assessment Points. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
- For MOC: Complete the MOC Part 2 assessment. You will have ONE MONTH to complete and submit with a passing grade of 75% or more. You will be given up to two attempts to complete this assessment.
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
Course Registration (with Optional CME & MOC Package)
Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
Up to 20 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)
Join us for our first fully-virtual conference!
✔ This option offers:
- Access to the live transmission for all three days of the conference
- Access to the on-demand video content
- Conference virtual networking room access
- Optional CME & MOC 2 Packages must be selected during registration and cannot be added later
- MOC 2 Add-on package is only available for US Physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties
$75 - General Admission
+$50 - CME Credit Add-on (optional)
+$50 - MOC Package Add-on (Optional)
Registration Opens Soon
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration at iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
Optional CME & MOC Add-ons
This program will be approved for up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1™ and will be approved by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) for up to 20 MOC Part 2 Self-Assessment Points. Only physicians certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and its specialties can claim the 20 MOC Part 2 points.
Add-ons (if desired) must be selected at the moment of registration. Special restrictions apply for those wishing to claim the above credits:
- Register for the course and select the desired add-on(s)
- Attend/watch the live and on-demand sessions, completing the available surveys for each section on iLearn
- Access to each Add-on will be granted when completing the above requirement
- For CME: Complete the CME forms & Surveys
- For MOC: Complete the MOC Part 2 assessment. You will have ONE MONTH to complete and submit with a passing grade of 75% or more. You will be given up to two attempts to complete this assessment.
Refund Policy
Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 26, 2021. No refunds will be honored after this date.
Nicklaus Children's Hospital Residents and FIU, Nova, and SGU Students receive
complimentary registration upon request.
Please create an iLearn account and contact us at
cme@nicklaushealth.org if you would like to register for this course.
Fully Virtual Course
Hybrid TWO PART COURSE - with Live and On-Demand Content Available
We are pleased to bring the full PPGC course to our registrants in 100% virtual format through our iLearn virtual library. The 2021 PPGC Virtual Course consists of two parts:
- Live-Virtual Sessions: These virtual sessions are transmitted Friday-Sunday (see Agenda). They allow the opportunity to have a Q&A session with panel of the speakers (9 Hours of CME). Following the Live-Virtual portion, these sessions will be available on demand.
- Video-on-Demand Sessions: These are computer-based sessions on additional topics (11 Hours of CME)
- On-going access to the recorded live and On-Demand presentations until September 21, 2021
- Ability to participate in the course from work or home
- Flexibility for those unable to attend live
NOTE: Residents & Medical Students are required to register for a free iLearn account and complete their PPGC registration through iLearnPeds.com.
Login Instructions
System Requirements
System Requirements
The iLearn portal is best viewed using Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome, as well as current versions of Firefox, Safari, Microsoft EDGE, and Opera. A broadband Internet connection is preferred. For all CME activities featuring audio you must have an audio connection and speakers/headphones. You must have Javascript enabled on your computer. Webcams or additional software are not required
Desktop Browsers
Google Chrome or Internet Explorer 11, or an HTML5-compatible browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Microsoft EDGE or Opera
Operating Systems
An updated version of Windows, Mac OS, or Linux, or Chrome OS is reccomended
Mobile Devices
Apple iPhones and iPads iOS 6+, Android phones and tablets 4.1+