Series Description

The program aims to ensure that participants are equipped with the latest evidence-based practices and innovations to provide better, safer, and more effective care for pediatric patients undergoing surgical interventions. What the Target Audience Needs to Know/Do/Improve: Knowledge: Understand the latest advancements in pediatric surgical techniques, including minimally invasive procedures. Recognize the unique anatomical and physiological considerations in pediatric patients that impact surgical decision-making and outcomes. Stay updated on current guidelines for the diagnosis, management, and follow-up care of common and complex pediatric surgical conditions. Skills: Enhance technical proficiency in performing pediatric surgeries, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques. Improve perioperative planning and execution to minimize complications and optimize recovery. Develop advanced diagnostic and problem-solving skills tailored to pediatric cases. Patient-Centered Care: Foster a deeper understanding of the psychosocial and developmental needs of pediatric patients and their families. Improve communication strategies with patients, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to enhance care coordination and patient satisfaction. Safety: Identify and mitigate risks specific to pediatric surgical care, including infection prevention, anesthesia safety, and emergency management. Apply principles of quality improvement and patient safety to pediatric surgical practices. Professional Development: Encourage reflective practice and continuous learning to stay current with evolving surgical technologies and methodologies. Promote collaboration with other specialists and disciplines to deliver comprehensive and integrated care. By focusing on these areas, this CME activity ensures participants are better prepared to handle the challenges of pediatric surgery, ultimately improving outcomes and safety for their young patients.

Target Audience

Physicians

Joint Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Children’s National Hospital. Children’s National Hospital is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.  Children’s National Hospital Accreditation Provider# 4008362

ACCME Credit Designation Statement

Children’s National Hospital designates this live/enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure of Conflict of Interest

The planning committee and presenters have no identified conflicts of interest.

Acknowledgement of Financial Commercial Support

No financial commercial support was received for this educational activity.

Acknowledgement of In-Kind Commercial Support

No in-kind commercial support was received for this educational activity.