Free CME!
posted: Friday, July 23, 2010
Primary Care for Teens and Adults with
Intellectual Disabilities:
One day seminar featuring sessions by experts from IU School of
Medicine, MDwise, and community agencies.
To view more information on this CME please click here
HHS Launches New Consumer-Friendly Website on Health Reform
posted: Friday, July 09, 2010
HHS Launches New Consumer-Friendly Website on Health Reform
On Thursday, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) launched a new website designed to help consumers understand the new health reform law, learn more about insurance options, learn about prevention, and compare health care quality. It is the first website to collect both public and private health insurance options across the nation in a single place. In addition to providing coverage scenarios based on individual circumstances, it also highlights the issues and benefits of the new law for providers. To see more, visit www.healthcare.gov.
ISHN School Health Initiatives Conference
posted: Friday, July 09, 2010
2010 Regional Faculty & Educator Development Symposium
posted: Thursday, July 01, 2010
2010 Regional Faculty & Educator Development Symposium in Cincinatti, OH
September 24-25 2010
The overall goal of this symposium is to provide healthcare educators with an ongoing series of workshops and plenary sessions designed to allow the audience to further develop professionally using a group of nationally recognized experts presenting cutting-edge topics in an interactive environment
Please click here for more information on this Conference
School Health Conference
posted: Friday, June 25, 2010
School Health: Expanding the Impact across Indiana
Please join us as we learn about expanding school health initiatives and outreach oppurtunities across Indiana
July 21 & 22, 2010
Regional Act Early Autism Summit
posted: Friday, June 11, 2010
On Sept 27-28th, 2010 the Riley Child Development Center will be hosting a Regional Act Early Autism Summit. This event will bring together key state leaders from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin’s early intervention and early childhood communities for the purpose of enhancing relationships and collaborations among these key stakeholders and providing a forum to share information and insights on the opportunities, challenges, and barriers for families and children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related disabilities in the identification, assessment, diagnosis and intervention areas.
They have requested a pediatrician to be at the Summit to represent the Indiana Chapter of the AAP. Please let Carolyn Downing at cdowning@ismanet.org know if you are interested.
For more information about the Act Early Regional Summit Project, click here.
PREP*EM - An Intensive Review and Update of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
posted: Friday, June 04, 2010
Register now for PREP®:EM!
PREP®:EM - An Intensive Review and Update of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
August 7-11, 2010
http://www.pedialink.org/cmefinder/search-detail.cfm?key=6BF5900C-75AE-4F61-8198-6337C5D293C7&type=event&grp=1&task=details#description
Earn a Maximum of 32.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Sponsored by the AAP Section on Emergency Medicine and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
You should attend PREP®:EM if you are:
- Seeking a comprehensive review of pediatric emergency medicine
- Interested in updating your clinical skills in acute-care pediatrics
- Preparing for board certification or Maintenance of Certification™
- A general pediatrician, family physician, or hospitalist
- An emergency medicine physician who cares for children
- A physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or other allied health professional
When you attend PREP®:EM, you will:
- Learn state-of-the-art pediatric emergency medicine
- Hear what’s new from nationally recognized experts in the field of pediatric emergency medicine
- Explore alternative management strategies
- Discuss controversial issues you encounter in daily practice
This CME activity is designed to:
- Disseminate information on recent developments in theory, diagnosis, and management of pediatric medical and surgical emergencies
- Offer opportunities for participants to maintain or improve current abilities by reviewing and reinforcing their cognitive base for medical practice
- Provide an intensive review of topics in pediatric emergency medicine that are identified by major headings on the American Board of Pediatrics Subspecialty Certifying Examination Content Outline developed by the Sub-Board of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Register online at www.pedialink.org/cmefinder or call 866/THE-AAP1 (866/843-2271)
The American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The AAP designates this educational activity for a maximum of 32.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Update from the Indiana State Department of Health
posted: Thursday, May 27, 2010
School Immunization Requirement Change: In the 2010-2011 school year, all 6 through 12th grade students will be required to have 1 Meningococcal, 1 Tdap booster vaccine and a 2nd dose of varicella vaccine. All three vaccines are available at no cost through the Vaccines for Children program, with additional doses available for underinsured children through state funds from tobacco tax and ARRA funding. ISDH Immunization Program is offering resources to assist local health departments in conducting school based immunization clinics. For more information, contact the Immunization program at (800) 701-0704.
Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity (DNPA): In July 2010, the Indiana Healthy Weight Initiative Task Force, with support from the DNPA, will launch Indiana’s ten-year state plan for obesity prevention. In an effort to make the healthy choice the easy choice, the plan will focus on policy and environmental changes that increase physical activity, increase fruit and vegetable consumption, increase breastfeeding initiation and duration, decrease television screen time, decrease the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages, and decrease the consumption of high-energy dense foods. The plan includes objectives that set the benchmarks for Indiana’s progress in supporting a healthy weight, as well as strategies for achieving each objective. Three of the settings covered in the plan—Early Childhood/Child Care, Schools, and Breastfeeding—address issues specific to children. The Health Care section includes objectives and strategies that apply to the role of health care providers in obesity prevention among both children and adults. Dr. Sandeep Gupta (Associate Professor, Indiana University/Riley Hospital) chairs the Initiative’s Health Care workgroup. For more information on the Indiana Healthy Weight Initiative or Indiana’s state plan for obesity prevention, please visit www.inhealthyweight.org or contact Marcie Memmer at mmemmer@isdh.in.gov.
Division of HIV/STD/Viral Hepatitis:
In response to the increased numbers of HIV infected babies in the last few years, the One Test Two Lives Campaign began on December 1, 2009. The campaign is supported by the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), Indiana University School of Medicine, Indiana Perinatal Network, Midwest AIDS Training & Education Center (MATEC), Ryan White Center for Pediatric Infectious Disease, and IU National Center of Excellence in Women’s Health. This campaign emphasizes opt‐out prenatal testing of pregnant women in accordance with Indiana Law. Identifying infected mothers allows for interventions to change the course of the lives of women and their children. Since perinatal acquisition accounts for more than 90% of all U.S. pediatric HIV cases, prevention of mother‐to‐baby transmission remains the most important weapon against pediatric HIV. Early identification of maternal disease allows for early intervention, decreased transmission, and better prospects for long‐term health. For more information please go to: www.1test2lives.in.gov
Peyton Manning Chidren's Hospital Pediatric Conference Septemeber 29, 2010
posted: Tuesday, April 13, 2010
The Peyton Manning's Children's Hospital Pediatric Conference will be Wednesday, September 29th 2010. Please save the date! More details to come.
45th Annual Riley Hospital for Children Pediatric Conference May 19-20, 2010
posted: Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Please see brochure for information on the Annual Riley Pediatric Conference on May 19 and 20 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Union Station in downtown Indianapolis. To register, see last page of brochure.
If you have questions about the conference please contact staff at 317-278-7571 or e-mail maunderw@iupui.edu (Mary Ann Underwood);
sjdailey@iupui.edu (June Dailey); or vanmete@iupui.edu (Peggy Trittipo).
AAP Responding to Haiti
posted: Wednesday, February 03, 2010
Dear Friend of Children,
Thanks to all the AAP Members and non-members who have donated to Friends of Children Fund for Disaster Relief, we have raised more $95,000 in response to the disaster in Haiti.
As you may have seen from a recent message from Dr. Alden, AAP is working in partnership with the National Association of Children's Hospitals and Related Institutions (NACHRI) to be ready in the event that specific assistance regarding pediatric care is requested. A leadership team has held calls with AAP leaders and children's hospital representatives. In addition, AAP representatives are in contact with HHS officials who oversee the National Disaster Medical System and are participating in calls convened by the Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to receive updates on medical and other human services efforts.
In response to AAP's recent member survey 600 AAP member pediatricians are willing to go to Haiti and/or help with US-based medical services for evacuated Haitian children. A Rapid Response Team is in touch with the Haitian, Dominican Republic and other nearby Pediatric Societies to determine the best course of action. In addition, an AAP-sponsored truck with $10,000 worth of medical supplies has been sent to the St. Damian Children's Hospital to support the efforts of our colleagues in the Haitian Pediatric Society.
The Academy remains ready to help identify available pediatric resources, offer guidance on the medical and mental health needs of children, and contribute funds for needs in Haiti as identified by AAP in consultation with our colleagues in Haiti. AAP plans to share information with its members about volunteer medical response opportunities as this information becomes available.
Recently, the US Congress passed legislation that allows donors who make a gift for disaster relief to benefit Haiti before March 1, 2010 to deduct such contributions on their 2009 federal taxes.
Thank you for all of your efforts.
Judith S. Palfrey
Judith S. Palfrey, MD, FAAP
President
New Requirements for Permanent Certificate Holders
posted: Sunday, November 22, 2009
The American Board of Pediatrics has recently announced new requirements for potential maintenance of certification for pediatricians who are permanent certificate holders. Dr. Marilyn Bull in collaboration with the ABP and the AAP has developed the attached explanation that we hope will be helpful. More assistance is available from the AAP at https://www.aap.org/mocinfo.
New Requirements for Permanent Certificante Holders
Oral Health Goals
posted: Monday, September 21, 2009
The Statewide Planning Council for the Indiana State Strategic Oral Health Initiative has put out the state Oral Health Goals. Information related to the project is available at the Center for Health Policy’s website, at http://www.policyinstitute.iu.edu/health/SOHI. Please contact Marion Greene for more information.
Marion Greene, MPH
Program Analyst
Center for Health Policy
Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs
334 North Senate Avenue, Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Office: (317) 261-3029
Fax: (317) 261-3050
msgreene@iupui.edu
http://www.healthpolicy.iupui.edu/
Final Oral Health Goal
Quality Improvement Innovation Network (QuIIN) Honor Roll
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
QuIIN is the AAP’s network of practicing pediatricians and their staff working to improve care and outcomes for children and families by testing practical tools, measures and strategies for use in everyday pediatric practice, the child’ medical home. Examples of their participation include care improvement around Asthma, Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention, Newborn Care, and Otitis Media. The following Indiana pediatricians participated in QuIIN activities:
Michael Hunter, MD, West Lafayette
Nancy Swigonski, MD, Indianapolis
Jeb Teichman, MD, Jeffersonville
New Prenatal Substance Use Training DVD!
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The Indiana Perinatal Network (IPN) has produced a unique training DVD to educate health care providers on proper screening and treatment for pregnant women using tobacco, alcohol and other drugs. Integrating Screening and Treatment of Substance Use into Routine Prenatal Care” incorporates practical role-play scenarios with clinical and research-based materials and interventions. It also emphasizes the importance of taking a supportive / empathetic approach with pregnant women as opposed to a shame based approach. Recent research indicates that only 5% to 10% of pregnant women are identified and receive appropriate treatment for their substance use disorder.
The DVD features the work of Dr. James Nocon, Clinical Associate Professor, IU School of Medicine and Director of the Prenatal Recovery Clinic at Wishard Memorial Hospital. This first of its kind educational product was produced in cooperation with the IU School of Medicine, the Indiana Chapter of AAP, the Indiana Section of ACOG, the IN State Department of Health and the Indiana March of Dimes. The DVD has been approved for CME’s, nursing contact hours and social work CEU’s.
For more information and to order copies, go www.indianaperinatal.org or contact IPN at 866-338-0825.
AAP Modifies Indications for Use of Palivizumab in High-risk Infants and Young Children
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common cause of bronchiolitis and pneumonia in young infants. Based on additional data regarding the seasonality of RSV disease and the risk factors for disease severity in 32 through 35 weeks gestation preterm infants, AAP guidelines for immunoprophylaxis have been modified to ensure optimal balance of benefit and cost. The updated recommendations are in the 2009 Red Book (published in June 2009)
The updated recommendations and major policy changes include:
- Modification of recommendations for initiation and termination of RSV prophylaxis based on current CDC descriptions of seasonality in different areas of the United States.
- Emphasis on need for no more than a maximum of 5 doses in all geographic areas.
- Modification of risk factors for severe disease in infants born between 32 and 35 weeks of gestation.
For infants 32 through 35 weeks of gestation who qualify for prophylaxis based on presence of risk factors, prophylaxis is recommended until 90 days of age (maximum of 3 doses).
For further details please see the article in AAP News Online that summarizes the recommendations and major changes present in the 2009 Red Book (pages 562-568) and in the AAP Policy Statement soon to be published in Pediatrics.
Public Service Announcement on Flu
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The AAP is making available a television PSA on the importance of the flu vaccine. Flu season runs from early fall through early spring. View the PSA, or for more information contact AAP Communications.
Public Service Announcement on Obesity
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The American Academy of Pediatrics has produced a print Public Service Announcement on obesity prevention. Available in English and Spanish, the PSA has already appeared in Parents and Ser Padres magazines and appeared in the January 2005 issue of Prevention magazine. The PSA may be used in magazines, newspapers, newsletters and Web sites. For further information, call AAP Communications at 847-434-7877.
http://www.aap.org/pressroom/aappr-features.htm
Abusive Head Trauma in Infants & Children statement
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The Committee on Child Abuse and Neglect (COCAN) has revised their statement on shaken baby syndrome and the new statement, Abusive Head Trauma in Infants and Children is being published in the May issue of Pediatrics. News of publication of this new statement has already sparked national attention so in order to prepare chapters for local press calls, we are providing the press release as provided by the AAP Department of Communications and a copy of the statement attached. Please note that the statement is embargoed until Monday, April 27, at 12:01 a.m. ET; this is only being provided so members are prepared to answer reporters' questions. Reporters may do interviews before April 27 but nothing should be published until April 27th. Any pediatrician who has questions about handling media on this, can contact the AAP Department of Communications staff: Debbie Linchesky, 847-434-7084, dlinchesky@aap.org or Susan Stevens Martin, 847-434-7131, ssmartin@aap.org. If you should have any questions about the policy or need to find a child abuse pediatrician contact in your chapter, please feel free to contact me at 800-433, 9016, ext. 7880 or thurley@aap.org. Thank you very much.
ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA: A NEW NAME FOR SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME
Shaken baby syndrome is a term often used by doctors and the public to describe abusive head trauma inflicted on infants and young children. While shaking an infant can cause neurologic injury, blunt impact or a combination of shaking and blunt impact can also cause injury. In recognition of the need for broad medical terminology that includes all mechanisms of injury, the new AAP policy statement, "Abusive Head Trauma In Infants and Children," recommends pediatricians embrace the term "abusive head trauma" to describe an inflicted injury to the head and its contents. Pediatricians should learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of abusive head trauma, including those caused by both shaking and blunt impact, and consult with pediatric subspecialists when necessary.
Pediatric Heroes
posted: Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The National Conference & Exhibition (NCE) Committee invited patients, parents, colleagues and families to nominate their “Pediatric Hero” for a chance to win a trip to the NCE, Oct. 17-20, 2009 in Washington, DC. The following six pediatricians from Indiana were nominated by their peers and though they did not win the trip, these Pediatric Heroes are winners to their patients!
Dean Lasseter, MD, Warsaw
Edwin Luxemburg, MD, Logansport
Jennifer S. Hill-Birk, MD, Indianapolis
Luis F. Escobar, MD, Indianapolis
Richard Schreiner, MD, Indianapolis
Patricia Keener, MD, Indianapolis
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