43rd Annual Neo Symposium - Advances & Controversies in Neonatal Medicine

https://pediatrics.vumc.org/events/neonatal-symposium

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Neonatal and perinatal medicine continues to undergo dramatic change. This is brought about by scientific and clinical factors which enable us to care for increasingly complex diseases using new technology and treatment options. Practitioners in neonatology are challenged to keep up-to-date on clinical issues as well as the current research that will influence future change.

This Annual Neonatology Symposium is designed to offer NICU providers practical, take-home information that addresses current issues in neonatal-perinatal medicine. Question and answer periods will be provided. This format is designed to facilitate interaction and allow for a more thorough exploration of information impacting clinical practice.

Speakers have been selected for their clinical expertise, knowledge of current research, as well as their reputation and ability to present updated information in concise and understandable terms.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Neonatologists in academic and community hospital settings, neonatal nurse practitioners, and pediatricians will find the material relevant to their practice. Other members of the NICU interdisciplinary team, nurses, RTs, nutritionists, and pharmacists, may also find the information of value.

COMPETENCIES

This symposium will address the following ACGME/ABMS competencies:

• Medical Knowledge
• Patient Care
• Practice-based learning and improvement
• Systems-based practice

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

After participating in this CME activity, participants should be able to describe and discuss:

• Pathophysiology and management of respiratory failure in the newborn
• Diagnosis and management of congenital CMV and syphilis infections
• Prevention and treatment of intestinal failure-associated liver disease
• Application of targeted neonatal echocardiography to assess and manage neonatal hemodynamics
• Advances and controversies on genetic testing, ROP and PDA management
• Updates on RSV prophylaxis and surgical care in the NICU.

LOCATION AND ACCOMMODATIONS

Symposium Event:

Franklin Marriott - Cool Springs

700 Cool Springs Blvd.

Franklin, TN 37067

Hotel Group Block:

Courtyard Franklin - Cool Springs

Meridian Blvd., Franklin, TN 37076

Hotel Group Reservations:

(888) 236-2427 or (615)778-0080

Group Code: Vanderbilt Children’s (Cut-off October 14th)

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you must cancel your registration for this course, Vanderbilt Department of Pediatrics, Mildred Stahlman Division of Neonatology will refund your registration fee, less a $100 administrative fee, provided you notify us by October 14, 2024. No refunds will be made after this date.

In the event of cancellation or rescheduling of this CME activity due to unforeseen circumstances, Vanderbilt University Medical Center will provide registration vouchers for the future symposium (Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable). Vanderbilt University Medical Center is not responsible for non-transferable, non-refundable airline tickets or hotel accommodations purchased in connection with attendance at this CME activity.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DUE TO COVID-19:

As we approach the in-person meeting scheduled for November 14-15, we will seek guidance from the CDC, VUMC guidance, and local public health experts on implementing the necessary safety precautions to ensure the health and safety of all attendees, staff and local community. We will continue to monitor the COVID situation as it unfolds, please check back to the 2024 VUMC Neonatal Symposium website for further updates.

REGISTRATION FEES

Your registration fee includes attendance at all sessions, online course syllabus, continuing medical credits, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks and lunch, and self-parking at the hotel. Please refer to the registration form for the fee schedule.

CME ACCREDITATION

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

FACULTY DISCLOSURES

It is the policy of Vanderbilt University Medical Center to require disclosure of financial relationships from individuals in a position to control the content of a CME activity; to identify and resolve conflicts of interest related to those relationships; and to make disclosure information available to the audience prior to the CME activity. Presenters are required to disclose discussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentations.

FACULTY SPEAKERS

GUEST FACULTY

• Kara L. Calkins, MD, MSCR, University of California, Los Angeles
• Wally A. Carlo, MD, Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham
• Rainer Kubiak, MD, Heidelberg University
• Patrick J. McNamara, MB, BCh, BAO, DCH, MSc, MRCP, MRCPCH, FASE, University of Iowa Health Care
• Pablo Sanchez, MD, Nationwide Children’s Hospital

VUMC FACULTY

• Wael Alrifai MD, MS
• Ritu Banerjee, MD, PhD
• Bryce A. Schuler, MD, PhD
• David K. Wallace, MD, MPH
• John C. "Jay" Wellons III, MD, MSPH

PARKING

There will be self-parking available at the Cool Springs Marriott.

DRESS CODE

Dress is business casual.

Event Venue

Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, 700 Cool Springs Boulevard, Franklin, United States