Welcome Remarks

Lolita T. O’Donnell, Ph.D., M.S.N., R.N.
Division Chief, Leadership Education Analysis Development Sustainment (LEADS) Division
Academic Superintendent, Continuing Education Program Office (CEPO), J-7, Education and Training (E&T) Directorate, Defense Health Agency 
Falls Church, Va.

Opening Remarks

Army Col. Joseph W. May, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.A.P., F.A.C.C.
Chief, Department of Pediatrics, 
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Associate Professor of Pediatrics,
F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine, 
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD

Moderator

Army Col. Patrick W. Hickey, M.D., F.A.A.P., F.I.D.S.A.
Professor and Chair, Department of Pediatrics,
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD

0800-0900

S01: Assessment and Treatment of Pediatric Obesity

Navy Capt. Jill E. Emerick, M.D., F.A.A.P., D.A.B.O.M.
Staff Pediatric Endocrinologist, 
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Module Director for Reproduction and Endocrinology,
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, 
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD 

1. Discuss the effect of childhood obesity on the United States Armed Forces.
2. Diagnose overweight, obesity and severe obesity and discuss the diagnosis with non-stigmatizing language
3. Screen for appropriate co-morbidities.
4. Develop an appropriate treatment plan for patients with obesity.

0910-1010

S02: Concussion Mythbusters: Management & Evidence-Based Practices

Air Force Maj. Elvira Chiccarelli, M.D., F.A.A.P., F.A.B.O.M.
Staff Physician, Adolescent Medicine,
Jennifer Moreno Primary Care Clinic
Chief, Obesity Multi-Disciplinary Clinic, 
Air Academy Liaison Officer, 
Fort Sam Houston, Texas
 

1. Identify community supports and players in pediatric concussion, and be
   prepared to analyze the concussion landscape related to their practice.
2. Apply the physiological mechanism of concussion injury to their clinical practice.
3. Collaborate with stakeholders across the health and education systems to evaluate and manage concussion in pediatric and adolescent patients.

1020-1120

S03: Promoting Positive Childhood Experiences in Military Children

Binny Chokshi, M.D., M.Ed.
Associate Professor of Pediatrics,
Division of Military Child and Family Research,
Department of Pediatrics,
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD

1. Summarize existing research linking Adversity and Positivity to long term health outcomes.
2. Describe the elements of the four Building Blocks of HOPE.
3. Apply the HOPE framework and identify opportunities to support and promote positive childhood experiences in military pediatrics.

1130-1300

S04: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Pediatric Medicine: An Ethical Discussion

Gabrina L. Dixon, M.D., M.Ed., F.A.A.P.  
Attending Physician, 
Associate Medical Education Director, 
Howard Medical Student Inpatient Rotation Director,
Hospital Medicine Division,
Children's National Hospital
Associate Professor of Pediatrics,
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Washington, DC

Brigid Herrick, M.P.H., M.S., C.P.X.P
Chief Experience Officer,
Healthcare Ethics Committee Co-Chair
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD

Army Major Vincent Bain, Ph.D., M.Div., M.B.E.
Ethics Advisor,
Healthcare Ethics Committee Co-Chair
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD

1. Describe the current state of diversity in medicine, specifically academic pediatrics
    
2. Identify how bias can impact career development
    
3. Discuss how bias creates inequities in the care of diverse patient populations
    
4. Summarize the interdisciplinary nature of Bioethics and its relationship to medical ethics, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and bias.
    
5. Explain the impact bias can have on pediatric patient care.

1330-1500

S05: Identifying and Addressing Food Insecurity in Military Members and Families:  A Panel Discussion

Air Force Lt. Col. Heidi L. Clark, M.S., R.D. 
Chief, Nutritional Medicine Clinical Support Service,  
Defense Health Agency 
Falls Church, Va.

Arletta Eldridge Thompson, M.Ed. 
Health Promotion Coordinator,
Joint Base Pearl Harbor
Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii

Elizabeth Hisle-Gorman, M.S.W., Ph.D. 
Associate Professor,
Director, Division of Military Child & Family Research,
Department of Pediatrics,
Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD

Air Force Capt. Sidney Zven, M.D.
PGY-3 Pediatric Resident
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD

1. Outline factors present in military members and families which may increase risk for food insecurity.
2. Recognize the potential impacts of food insecurity to individual or family health and wellbeing.
3. List diverse stakeholders who may be positioned to screen a military population for food insecurity.
4. Identify community, installation, and medical resources which may be part of developing a local approach to combat food insecurity.

1510-1610

S06: Integrating Trauma Informed Care into the Patient Care Model Across the Health Professions Serving Military Children and Youth

Komkwuan Paruchabutr, D.N.P., F.N.P.-B.C., W.H.N.P.-B.C., C.N.M., F.A.C.N.M.
Assistant Professor,
Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing,
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences
Bethesda, MD

1. Identify risk factors and symptoms of trauma in children and adolescents. 
2. Describe the Distress-Emotional Support-Family (DEF) Framework.  
3. Apply techniques to help children and youth develop resiliency skills.
4. Utilize resources for Trauma-Informed Care in the primary care setting.

1620-1720

S07: Evaluation and Management of Mental Health Emergencies in Children and Adolescents

Navy Cmdr. Robyn M. Treadwell, M.D.
Assistant Professor,
Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences
Plans and Policy Officer, Office of the Medical Corps,
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
Falls Church, Va.

1. Differentiate psychotic from non-psychotic presentations in children and adolescents.
2. Establish preliminary differential diagnosis for agitated children and adolescents.
3. Complete a brief safety assessment for suicide.

1720-1730

Closing Remarks

Air Force Col. Dianne Stroble, N.C., N.E.-B.C.
Director, Education and Training J-7
Defense Health Agency
Falls Church, Va.