About this Event
The Human Growth Foundation (HGF) invites you to the HGF School Nurses Pediatric Endocrine Symposium —a meaningful event centered on education, awareness, and empowerment .
Join us on Friday, February 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM for an unforgettable experience.
This Human Growth Foundation School Nurses Pediatric Endocrinology Symposium will feature:
🎤 Expert Discussions – Learn from top specialists in the field.
🍽 Cocktail Reception – A special reception with great company.
📓 1 CE Unit Provided
Together, we can learn and raise awareness for rare growth and bone disorders.
Presentation Speakers:
Puberty & Growth in the 21st Century: Updates for School Nurses
Presented by Dr. Kannan Katsuri
This session provides a timely, practical overview of puberty and growth-related conditions affecting today’s youth. With advances in pediatric endocrinology and shifting social dynamics, understanding the physical, emotional, and developmental milestones of puberty is more critical than ever. Attendees will learn how to recognize atypical growth patterns, support students navigating hormonal changes, and collaborate effectively with families and healthcare providers. Attend the session and enter to win a FREE 2026 nurses cruise with HGF!
Recognizing Growth Hormone Deficiency: What Every School Nurse Should Know
Presented by Dr. Joshua Tarkhoff
This session equips nurses with essential knowledge to identify and support children affected by growth hormone deficiency (GHD). You will gain a clear understanding of growth hormone physiology and its critical role in childhood development. The presentation will highlight key clinical signs and symptoms of GHD, offer guidance on distinguishing it from other causes of short stature, and emphasize the nurse’s role in early recognition, referral, and ongoing care. You will leave with practical tools to enhance communication with families and providers, promote treatment adherence, and contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes in both school and clinical settings. Attend the session and enter to win a FREE 2026 nurses cruise with HGF!
The Human Growth Foundation (HGF) is considered the world’s leading nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide research, education, patient support, and advocacy for children (and adults) with rare growth, bone and endocrine conditions.
For more information about the Human Growth Foundation and to obtain resources, please visit HGFound.org.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa - Room TBA | Floor TBA, 1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 500.00
