Lecture Description: 

- High Flow Nasal Cannula in pediatric respiratory distress - Pro/Con Debate

Lecture Objectives:

  • Explain the proposed mechanisms by which High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) therapy may alleviate the pathophysiologic processes present in pediatric respiratory distress.
  • Analyze current evidence, guidelines, and outcomes related to HFNC use in various pediatric respiratory conditions.
  • Evaluate the benefits and limitations of HFNC therapy by comparing pro and con perspectives to inform clinical decision-making in the management of pediatric respiratory distress.
Session date: 
11/19/2025 - 8:00am to 9:00am EST
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Faculty List: 
Committee member(s)

Jeremy Kern, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Ligia Moschen Nascente Chanock, MD

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker(s)

Lexi Crawford, Attending Physician (MD) Pediatric Critical Care, Children’s National Hospital. Director of 4th Year Medical Student Electives. Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

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Maya Gibson

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Nada Mallick

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Kitman Wai, MD

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