55th Annual Pediatric Postgraduate Course

February 27 - March 01, 2020

The Diplomat Beach Resort, 3555 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood, FL 33019

Home Schedule Workshops Faculty Exhibitors Venue Registration & Fees

Practical Updates and Cutting Edge Topics for Pediatricians

Nicklaus Children's Health System is proud to present the 55^th Annual Pediatric Postgraduate Course to be held Thursday, February 27, 2020 through Sunday, March 1, 2020 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in sunny Hollywood, Florida.

Whether this is your first time attending or your 55^th, 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 in Miami for the 2020 conference and are confident that we will surpass your educational goals.

History

Every year, for the past 55 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, and Radiology Conference. 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 through its General Sessions and Symposiums/Workshops.

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 PPGC Course and pay the additional MOC fee at checkout.
Attend the live sessions approved for MOC 2 Points. (These sessions are labeled in the course agenda.)
Attend the mandatory self-assessment session.
Complete the MOC Part 2 Workbook and submit during the mandatory self-assessment session. The workbook will only be emailed to attendees who are registered for MOC 2 Points.

MOC points are NOT available for e-PPGC.

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.

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 201338654)

Schedule

Day 1 – Thursday, February 27, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

9:00am-9:30am	Registration and Breakfast
9:30am-9:40am	Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:40am-10:20am	Moderator: P1- PLENARY SESSION – The Donald Altman Annual Lectureship Speaker - TBD
10:20am- 10:25am	Q&A
10:25am-10:55am	S101 - Caring for Children with Special Health Care Needs: Provider & Care Taker’s Perspectives Speaker - TBD The care for Children with Special Needs involves a large amount of care coordination and case management. It also takes a toll on the care taker’s daily living as well as impacts the rest of the family. This session will highlight common principles and perspectives of both care takers and providers.
10:55am- 11:00am	Q&A
Moderator: TBD
11:00am-11:30am	S102 - Screening for and Managing Depression in Children and Youth in the Primary Care Setting Speaker - TBD Primary care clinicians are asked more than ever to be comfortable in screening for and managing depression in children and teens. This session is aimed to provide a review of the screening tools for depression and management strategies that primary care clinicians can adopt in the primary care setting.
11:30am- 11:35am	Q&A
11:35am-12:05pm	S103 - What’s Underneath the Rash? - Dermatologic Manifestations of Systemic Illnesses Speaker - TBD Many systemic illnesses have rashes associated with them. This session will review the various skin manifestations of commonly encountered systemic illnesses and the features of these rashes.
12:05pm- 12:10pm	Q&A
12:10pm-12:30pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:30pm-2:30pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-1A - Breakout #1 - Cases I Learned From (4 Specialties) Speakers - TBD This breakout session is a case-based discussion of interesting cases presented by 4 different specialties.
12:30pm-2:30pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-1B - Breakout #2 - Office Procedures You Can Bill For Speakers - TBD This breakout session will feature hands-on stations where attendees can learn about and practice common office-based procedures that the practice can bill for.
2:30pm	Adjourn
2:30pm-3:00pm	MOC2 Corner - Feedback Day 1 (For MOC Registrants Only)

Day 2 – Friday, February 28, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

7:30am-8:20am	Registration and Breakfast
8:20am-8:30am	Welcome and Opening Remarks
Nutrition Update Moderator: TBD
8:30am-9:00am	S201 - Plant-Based Diets for Children: Pros & Cons Speaker - TBD Plant-based diets have been emerging as preferred diets by parents. In many instances parents ask pediatric clinicians about providing a plant-based diet to their children. This session will highlight the pros and cons of using plant-based diets in children highlighting the safe way to implementation.
9:00am-9:05am	Q&A
9:05am-9:35am	S202 - Food Interactions with Common Medications to be Aware of Speaker - TBD Several commonly-used medications interact with certain types of foods. Some medications are to be taken on empty stomach, before meals, during meals, or after meals. This session will review the interactions of the various types of foods with commonly used medications.
9:35am-9:40am	Q&A
9:40am-10:20am	Moderator: P2 - PLENARY SESSION - e-Cigarettes & Vaping: Trading one Addiction for Another Speaker - TBD e-Cigarettes and vaping have emerged as alternatives to tobacco smoking. They have been heavily marketed to teens. Recently, these modalities have been linked to multiple cases of respiratory illnesses and death. This session highlights the dangers associated with this epidemic and provides clinicians with data and awareness of the dangers as well as tools to address it.
10:20am-10:25am	Q&A
10:25am-10:55am	Break
Moderator: TBD
10:55am-11:40am	S203 - Top Published Articles in 2019 that May Change Your Practice Speaker - TBD Not all published studies necessarily should result in practice change. This session highlights the top published articles relevant to General Pediatrics and critically appraises the evidence teasing out which published studies might lead to change of practice based on the quality of the evidence.
10:40am- 11:45am	Q&A
11:45am-12:05pm	S204 - Clinical Update on Anxiety Disorder in Children Speaker - TBD Anxiety disorder can affect children and young adults. This session highlights the clinical presentation and differential diagnosis of anxiety disorder in children and young adults.
12:05pm-12:20pm	Patient Perspective: On Overcoming the Incapacitation of Anxiety Disorder Speaker - TBD Hear from a patient who was impacted by anxiety disorder and how the patient managed to overcome the incapacitation of daily life due to anxiety disorder.
12:20pm- 12:25pm	Q&A
12:25pm-12:45pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-2C - Breakout #3 - Motivational Interviewing: A Tool You Can Use Speakers - TBD Motivational Interviewing has emerged as an office-based tool that clinicians can use to change behavior. Its effectiveness has been demonstrated in managing obesity, smoking cessation, and other behavior-based habits. This breakout session will give the opportunity for attendees to learn more about motivational interviewing and practice it.
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-2C - Breakout #4 - Visual Diagnoses: Dermatologic & Radiologic Puzzlers Speakers - TBD Rashes and Radiographs are visual aids that help us make a diagnosis. Through an interactives format, this breakout will discuss various visual diagnoses highlighting typical pathognomonic skin and/or radiographic findings.
2:45pm	Adjourn
2:45pm-3:15pm	MOC2 Corner - Feedback Day 2 (For MOC Registrants Only)

Day 3 – Saturday, February 29, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

7:30am-8:20am	Registration and Breakfast
8:20am-8:30am	Welcome and Opening Remarks
Hot Topics in Primary Care Moderator: TBD
8:30am-9:00am	S301 - New Pediatric Drugs on the Horizon Speaker - TBD Several new and upcoming medications are on the horizon. Some of which are for common diagnoses such as asthma and cancer treatments, and some are for rare disorders that were previously non-treatable such as SMA. This session highlights the new pediatric drugs on the horizon.
9:00am-9:05am	Q&A
9:05am-9:35am	S302 - Calling the Surgeon!!! Surgical Emergencies in the Primary Care Office Speaker - TBD When does the primary care clinician need to call a surgeon emergently? This session will highlight the surgical emergencies that could potentially be encountered in the primary care office that will require emergent surgical intervention.
9:35am-9:40am	Q&A
9:40am-10:20am	Moderator: P3 - PLENARY SESSION - Caring for Yourselves to Care for Others: Wellbeing and Burnout Mitigation in Health Professionals Speaker - TBD Data have shown an increase in the rates of depression, suicide, and burnout amongst health care provider over the rates of the general population. This session highlights the reality of burnout issues faced by clinicians and provides tools and ideas for promotion of wellbeing and for burnout mitigation.
10:20am-10:25am	Q&A
10:25am-10:55am	Break
Moderator: TBD
10:55am-11:40am	S303 - Common Sports Injuries: Clinical Approach & Radiologic Correlations Speaker - TBD Sports injuries are often seen in the primary care office, urgent care, or emergency department. In this session, a Primary Care Sports Medicine specialist will review the clinical presentation and approach to common sports injuries and a pediatric radiologist will correlate the clinical diagnosis with radiographic findings highlighting which type of radiograph best to order and when to order them.
10:40am- 11:45am	Q&A
11:45am-12:05pm	S304 - The Red Flags of Human Trafficking for the Pediatric Clinician Speaker - TBD Human trafficking has been on the rise most likely due to increased awareness. Human trafficking is impacting teens and is seen in our communities. Pediatric clinicians must be able to identify red flags related to human trafficking and know how to approach the situation if suspected.
12:05pm-12:20pm	Patient Perspective: Human Trafficking: A Problem Closer to Home than You Think Speaker - TBD Hear from a patient who was a victim of human trafficking. Learn the red flags and the patterns that pediatric clinicians should be able to identify.
12:20pm- 12:25pm	Q&A
12:25pm-12:45pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-3E: Breakout #5 - First Do No Harm: Wisely Choosing What Not to Do Speakers - TBD The Choosing Wisely Campaign has used an evidence-based approach to decrease waste, practice high-value care, and in many situations avoid exposing patients to unnecessary risks/ harms. This breakout session will highlight selected and relevant focus areas of choosing wisely and the rationale behind the recommendations.
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-3E: Breakout #6 - What to Do While Waiting to See the Specialist? (4 Specialties) Speakers - TBD This session highlights what pediatricians can do, what tests to order, or what treatments to begin while waiting to see the specialist.
2:45pm	Adjourn
2:45pm-3:15pm	MOC2 Corner - Feedback Day 3 (For MOC Registrants Only)

Day 4 – Sunday, March 1, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

7:30am-8:20am	Registration and Breakfast
8:20am-8:30am	Welcome and Opening Remarks
	Pediatric Infectious Disease Update Moderator: TBD
8:30am-9:00am	S401 - Update from the RedBook Editors Speaker - TBD This session provides an update to the primary acre clinician on hot pediatric infectious diseases topics.
9:00am-9:05am	Q&A
9:05am-9:35am	S402 - Vector-Borne and Tick-Borne Diseases: Zika, Yellow Fever, Dengue, and Others Speaker - TBD Tick-borne and vector-borne infections are being seen more and more in the US. The change in climate, increased temperatures, and rainfall, there have been outbreaks and deaths from diseases such as Zika, Yellow Fever, Dengue, EEE, … Primary care clinicians need to be aware of this trend and the clinical presentations of these conditions. This session will highlight these disorders.
9:35am-9:40am	Q&A
9:40am-10:20am	Moderator: S. Anthony Wolfe, MD, FACS, FAAP P4 - PLENARY SESSION - The Millard Lecture - Topic TBD Speaker - TBD
10:20am- 10:25am	Q&A
10:25am-10:55am	Break
	Moderator: TBD
10:55am-11:25am	S403 - Management of Infants at Risk of GBS Disease Speaker - TBD GBS can occur as an early onset and late onset disease. Primary care clinicians and Pediatric Hospital Medicine physicians should be aware of the new GBS guidelines published by the AAP. This session will focus on the review of these guidelines and recommendations.
11:25am- 11:30am	Q&A
11:30am-12:00pm	S404 - Antibiotic Update Speaker - TBD Infectious diseases are common diagnostic categories seen in primary care. With the advent of new antibiotics and the need to focus on antimicrobial stewardship, the AAP Redbook is a reliable resource for primary care clinicians. This session will review the latest updates when it comes to the treatment of common infections seen in primary care.
12:00pm-12:05pm	Q&A
12:05pm	Closing Remarks & Adjourn
12:05pm-12:30pm	MOC2 Corner - Feedback Day 4 (For MOC Registrants Only)

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.

Workshops

Day 1 - February 27, 2020

12:10pm-12:30pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:30pm-2:30pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-1A - Breakout #1 - Cases I Learned From (4 Specialties) Speakers - TBD This breakout session is a case-based discussion of interesting cases presented by 4 different specialties.
12:30pm-2:30pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-1B - Breakout #2 - Office Procedures You Can Bill For Speakers - TBD This breakout session will feature hands-on stations where attendees can learn about and practice common office-based procedures that the practice can bill for.

Day 2 - February 28, 2020

12:25pm-12:45pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-2C - Breakout #3 - Motivational Interviewing: A Tool You Can Use Speakers - TBD Motivational Interviewing has emerged as an office-based tool that clinicians can use to change behavior. Its effectiveness has been demonstrated in managing obesity, smoking cessation, and other behavior-based habits. This breakout session will give the opportunity for attendees to learn more about motivational interviewing and practice it.
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-2D - Breakout #4 - Visual Diagnoses: Dermatologic & Radiologic Puzzlers Speakers - TBD Rashes and Radiographs are visual aids that help us make a diagnosis. Through an interactives format, this breakout will discuss various visual diagnoses highlighting typical pathognomonic skin and/or radiographic findings.

Day 3 - February 29, 2020

12:25pm-12:45pm	LUNCH & LEARN BREAKOUTS
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-3E: Breakout #5 - First Do No Harm: Wisely Choosing What Not to Do Speakers - TBD The Choosing Wisely Campaign has used an evidence-based approach to decrease waste, practice high-value care, and in many situations avoid exposing patients to unnecessary risks/ harms. This breakout session will highlight selected and relevant focus areas of choosing wisely and the rationale behind the recommendations.
12:45pm-2:45pm	CONCURRENT BREAKOUTS B-3E: Breakout #6 - What to Do While Waiting to See the Specialist? (4 Specialties) Speakers - TBD This session highlights what pediatricians can do, what tests to order, or what treatments to begin while waiting to see the specialist.

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Scientific Planning Committee

Marisa Azaret, PsyD
Chief, Division of Clinical Psychology

Carolina Bautista, MD
Pediatric Chief Resident

Jefry Biehler, MD, MPH
FIU Chair of Pediatrics

Mercy Coiras
Parent Representative, Family Advisory Council

Beatriz Cunill-De Sautu, MD
Pediatric Residency Program Director

Alejandro Diaz, MD
Pediatric Endocrinology

Riccardo Firmino, MA
Meeting Planner, PPGC

Cindy Garlesky, ARNP
Pediatric Pain Management

Rani Gereige, MD, MPH
PPGC Course Chair
CME Committee Chair, Director of Medical Education

Marcelo Laufer, MD
Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Elizabeth Menocal, CPMSM, CPCS
Senior Director; Medical Staff Resources

Marcos Mestre, MD
Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Alisa Muniz-Crim, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology

Amanda Porro, MD
General Pediatrics, Director of Pediatric Care Center

Claudia Puerto, MD
Pediatric Chief Resident

Clara Reyes-Miranda, ARNP
Allied Health, Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Jennifer Rizel, PA
Allied Health, Pediatric Surgery

Jose Rosa-Olivares, MD
General Pediatrics, Director of Urgent Care Centers

Jose Vargas-Loayza, MD
Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Continuing Medical Education Staff

Ariel Llizo-Bautista
CME Specialist, Department of Medical Education, Nicklaus Children's Hospital

Exhibitors

Exhibit Opportunities at Miami Children's Health System's 55^th Annual PPGC

There is still an opportunity for your company to engage with more than 700 physicians in the field of pediatrics at the largest and longest-running, independent pediatric CME event in the United States.

The 55^th Annual Pediatric Postgraduate Course “Perspectives in Pediatrics” will take place February 27, 2020 - March 1, 2020 at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida. Attendees visit the exhibit hall to see the latest updates on products and services from industry and we provide tools and incentives to increase traffic flow to your booth:

dedicated exhibit hall hours
pediatric village
cyber café/medical library
coffee breaks, refreshments and lunches for attendees

We look forward to seeing you at the show!

View/Print Exhibitor Prospectus

For additional information, contact:

Riccardo Firmino, MA
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
3100 SW 62 Avenue
Miami, Florida 33155
(305) 666-6511 ext 5576
(305) 965-4327 Cell
riccardo.firmino@mch.com

Elizabeth Menocal, CPMSM, CPCS
Senior Director, Medical Staff Resources
Nicklaus Children's Hospital
3100 SW 62 Avenue
Miami, FL 33155
(305) 662-8357
(305) 669-6406 fax
elizabeth.menocal@mch.com

We would like to acknowledge our 2019 Exhibitors for their generous support:

Alexion
Atizana Inspired
Chadis
Desert Sage
FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
Gelato Gourmet
Gideons International
Masimo
Mead Johnson Nutrition
Nestlé
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Global Health
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Ambulatory Care Centers
Nicklaus Children’s Health System
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Telehealth
Origami Owl
Otsuka
Pediatric Specialists of America
Signius Communications
SolMed
South Florida Suicide Prevention Coalition
State of Florida Department of Children & Families
Teva
The Purse Lady
Therapies4kids
Tru Med Systems / Accuvax
Village South / West Care
Wolters Kluwer / Ovid
YV International Realty

Hotel Reservations

The Diplomat Beach Resort
3555 S Ocean Dr
Hollywood, FL 33019

$315/night

(13% Room Tax not included; Nightly resort fee waived)
Check-In Time: 4:00pm, Check-Out Time: 11:00am

Internet • Beach/Pool Access • Fitness Center • Local and Toll-Free Calls • In-Room Coffee and Water

Welcome to the Diplomat Beach Resort

The Diplomat Beach Resort brings iconic hospitality back in a grand re-imagining of a legendary Florida resort. This vibrant Hollywood destination extends its stylish flair from coast to Intracoastal – a Florida playground rendered to contemporary perfection. Slip out to the shore, into the lagoon pool, or away to a private cabana and enjoy your chaise in the sun. Creative culinary and entertainment star in multiple dimensions, and matchless ways, restating The Diplomat’s status as a glamorous Gold Coast host with an exuberant social side.

Family Fun, Attractions, and Spa

Immerse yourself into the refreshing waters of our award winning beachfront pools. Marvel at panoramic views of the ocean from the edge of the infinity pool, which features a porthole bottom, and two waterfalls that cascade into the 240-foot lagoon pool below. Cool off in the lagoon pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and sweeping views of the ocean. Should you decide to climb out, enjoy a poolside spa service and refreshing Splash cuisine delivered to your chaise lounge. Pool amenities include complimentary towel service, cabana and casita rentals, full-service poolside lunch and spa services. Kids will love making a splash at the oceanfront Dip+Slide perched above the sparkling Lagoon Pool. Cooling off has never been more fun with two water slides, an enormous dump bucket and water cannons. Surrounded by splish-splash fountains and comfortable seating for parents, Dip+Slide is the perfect setting for seaside family-fun.

Dining

Boldly led by celebrity chefs alongside local Hollywood chefs and spirited by world-class mixologists, a wide range of remarkable culinary offerings make The Diplomat a true foodie’s paradise. Choose from The Diplomat’s signature steakhouse Diplomat Prime or enjoy Coastal American cuisine at Point Royal from celebrity chef, restauranteur, and television star Geoffrey Zakarian. The Hotel Bar transports you to famous hotels around the world with its menu inspired by iconic cocktails. Grab-and-go from casual market The Canteen, or head across the way to Diplomat Landing and take in beautiful views of the Intracoastal Waterway at Bristol’s Burgers or Portico Beer & Wine Garden. Exciting new options including modern Japanese izakaya Monkitail from celebrity chef and restaurateur Michael Schulson, the festive Nuevo Latino Playa from chefs Sue Torres and Darren Carbone, and family-friendly sweets shop Candy & Cones.

Registration & Fees

Please select an option above to proceed with registration.

Full Live Course

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Do you prefer to enjoy what Miami has to offer? Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers access to the full course, including morning sessions and afternoon workshops.

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Can’t take the time off? Not able to travel? Only interested in viewing selected tracks? Our e-PPGC option allows you to view the morning sessions--including the Plenary Sessions--live and on-demand from all of your devices on our CME-Compliant Virtual Platform, iLearn. e-PPGC also allows you to ask questions and earn CME credit for your participation.

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only) or afternoon workshops.

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Nicklaus Children's Hospital works with the conference hotel to make sure that the conference rate is competitive, and monitors hotel rates to ensure our attendees receive the best deal. Your stay allows us to meet our obligation to the hotel, allowing us to keep registration rates low. Without your hotel stay, we may be assessed a financial penalty, which would not allow us to provide quality conferences. Although you are not required to reserve your hotel room at the time of registration, a reservation at the conference hotel is encouraged.

Reserve hotel rooms

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Full Live Course

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Do you prefer to enjoy what Miami has to offer? Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers access to the full course, including morning sessions and afternoon workshops.

✖ 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.

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Reserve hotel room

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)

Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers:

Full live course (Up to 20 hours of CME credit)
Morning sessions
Afternoon workshops
Optional $50 MOC Part 2 Package (10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points)

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only) or afternoon workshops.

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Reserve hotel room

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Full Live Course

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers access to the full course, including morning sessions and afternoon workshops.

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only)

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only) or afternoon workshops.

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Reserve hotel room

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)

Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers:

Full live course (Up to 20 hours of CME credit)
Morning sessions
Afternoon workshops
Optional $50 MOC Part 2 Package (10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points)

Three-Day MOC Part 2 Course

Up to 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Included in fee)

Join us for the same comprehensive review of innovations in pediatrics in a new, abbreviated format.

✔ This option offers:

Three-day live course (Thursday, Friday and Saturday sessions only)
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Attendance and participation to every session is required.)
Morning sessions
Afternoon workshops

✖ This option does NOT offer CME Credit for Sunday events.

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only) or afternoon workshops.

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Reserve hotel room

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Optional)

Would you like to connect with friends and colleagues, visit the exhibits, and network with peers?

✔ This option offers:

Full live course (Up to 20 hours of CME credit)
Morning sessions
Afternoon workshops
Optional $50 MOC Part 2 Package (10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points)

Three-Day MOC Part 2 Course

Up to 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Included in fee)

Join us for the same comprehensive review of innovations in pediatrics in a new, abbreviated format.

✔ This option offers:

Three-day live course (Thursday, Friday and Saturday sessions only)
10 ABP MOC Part 2 Points (Attendance and participation to every session is required.)
Morning sessions
Afternoon workshops

✖ This option does NOT offer CME Credit for Sunday events.

Virtual Course

Up to 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

✔ This option offers:

Full virtual access to morning sessions via iLearnPeds.com
Up to 4 hours of CME credit per day (Thursday: 3 hours, Friday: 3.5 hours, Saturday: 3.5 hours, Sunday: 4 hours)
Flexibility to view only selected days of the course
Ability to participate in the course from work or home
Savings on travel costs

✖ This option does NOT offer ABP MOC Part 2 Points (US physicians only) or afternoon workshops.

NOTE: Registrants are required to register for a free iLearn account and purchase the e-PPGC option at iLearnPeds.com prior to the start of the event.

Learn More Login Instructions System Requirements

Why book the conference hotel?

Reserve hotel room

Refund Policy

Refunds, less a $50 processing fee, will be issued when requested in writing and if submitted prior to February 9, 2020. No refunds will be honored after this date.

Practical Updates and Cutting Edge Topics for Pediatricians

History

MOC Part 2 Points

Mission Statement

Schedule

Day 1 – Thursday, February 27, 2020 MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 2 – Friday, February 28, 2020 MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 3 – Saturday, February 29, 2020 MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 4 – Sunday, March 1, 2020 MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Learning Objectives

Target Audience

Workshops

Day 1 - February 27, 2020

Day 2 - February 28, 2020

Day 3 - February 29, 2020

2020 PPGC faculty list coming soon!

Scientific Planning Committee

Continuing Medical Education Staff

Exhibitors

Exhibit Opportunities at Miami Children's Health System's 55th Annual PPGC

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We would like to acknowledge our 2019 Exhibitors for their generous support:

Hotel Reservations

Registration & Fees

Full Live Course

Group Registrations/Travel Agencies

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Three-Day MOC Part 2 Course

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Full Live Course (+ Optional MOC Package)

Three-Day MOC Part 2 Course

Virtual Course

Why book the conference hotel?

Refund Policy

Day 1 – Thursday, February 27, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 2 – Friday, February 28, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 3 – Saturday, February 29, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Day 4 – Sunday, March 1, 2020
MOC Part 2 Points Provided

Exhibit Opportunities at Miami Children's Health System's 55^th Annual PPGC