Location

Please check the individual session for location or broadcast availability.  

Frequency

Monthly

Series Director

Jose Teran, MD

Target Audience and Needs

Pulmonologists, radiologists, pathologists, other physician specialists, fellows, residents, and medical students involved in the care of pediatric patients with acute and complex pulmonary diseases need to receive regular updates on the pathophysiology, evaluation, treatment, and prevention of these diseases.  Atypical and typical cases of pediatric respiratory disorders will be used as an impetus for discussion.  A multi-disciplinary approach will be taken to review the cases, including discussion of radiologic and histopathologic changes.  The aim of the series is to expand clinical knowledge, increase competence, enhance the quality of care, and improve patient outcomes.

Educational Methods

Educational methods will include case presentations.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the sessions, the participants should be able to:

• Describe the clinical presentation and natural history of a wide variety of pediatric pulmonary conditions.
• Identify the common histopathologic and radiologic findings of these diseases.
• Review the typical treatment and outcomes of these diseases.
• Apply the most recent guidelines for assessment and management of these diseases, when available.
• Engage in quality improvement projects to improve outcomes.

Evaluation

Participants may be asked to complete a session evaluation.

Accreditation/Credit Designation

Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Baylor College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Series Coordinator