Pediatrics Research Week 2024

The Department of Pediatrics’ annual Research Week will be held May 13–17, 2024. Through a mix of live-streamed lectures, in-person workshops, and interactive sessions, members of the department and the entire University of Wisconsin–Madison community can learn the latest advances in pediatric research.

Activities for the week include small group sessions with faculty and trainees, fellow capstone presentations, the distinguished Gerard B. Odell Lecture, the Wald Faculty Research Forum and town hall, a keynote lecture, platform presentations, and an in-person poster session. The poster session includes a reception and features the research of residents, fellows, faculty, APPs, and staff in the department.

Continuing medical education (CME) credit will be available.

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 Research Week Sessions and Schedule

 

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Monday, May 13

Combating Racial Inequities in Maternal and Infant Mortality

8–9 a.m. via Zoom

Speaker: Jasmine Zapata, MD, MPH, assistant professor, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Overview: In this session, Dr. Zapata will share results and high-level themes from her community engaged research. Her research explores ways to support and uplift black birthing people, combat racial inequities in birth outcomes, and rebuild trust with the healthcare system.

 


QI in Research – Two Talks

noon–1 p.m. via Zoom

Speaker: Kristin Shadman, MD, professor, director of Quality Improvement Scholarship, Division of Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

noon–12:30 p.m.

Title: Examining the Blurry Line Between Quality Improvement and Research

 

Speaker: Allie Hurst, MD, MS, assistant professor, Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

12:30–1 p.m.

Title: Project HIFLO: Decreasing Use of High-flow Nasal Cannula in Mild-moderate Bronchiolitis

Overview: Although high-flow became very popular in the treatment of bronchiolitis over recent years, randomized studies have shown that up to 70% of infants with mild-to-moderate bronchiolitis have longer hospital stays, similar escalation in care to ICU status, and similar overall outcomes as infants who are treated with low-flow nasal cannula. In this quality initiative, our team worked with the American Academy of Pediatrics Value in Inpatient Pediatrics (VIP) network to decrease the use of high-flow nasal cannula in mild-to-moderate bronchiolitis at American Family Children’s Hospital.

 

Tuesday, May 14

Collaborating with the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research to extend your research

8–9 a.m. via Zoom

Overview: We will describe the programs offered by the Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) that departments/centers can leverage to accelerate translational research impact. ICTR programming is both broad and deep with offerings that include mentorship, pilots, protocol development, implementation science, learning health systems, research methods, community engagement, team science and more. These exciting resources are available to research teams as they translate innovation to practice.

 Learning Objectives

  1. Illustrate the training opportunities available for Pediatrics participation and/or partnership that promote translational research.
  2. Explain ICTR resources that can enhance investigator initiated translational research for departments like Pediatrics.
  3. Utilize ICTR team building training to increase collaborative projects with ICTR.

Speaker: Elizabeth Burnside, MD, MPH, MS, FACR, professor, senior associate dean, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Deputy Director

 

 


Speaker: Allan Brasier, executive director, Institute of Clinical Translational Science, University of Wisconsin Madison

 

 

 


Youth Panel: Adolescent Perspectives on Research Participation

noon–1 p.m. via Zoom

Moderator: Ellen Selkie, MD, assistant professor, fellowship director, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin Madison School of Medicine and Public Health

Wednesday, May 15

A Panel Discussion on Engaging Learners in Scholarly Work

8–9 a.m. via Zoom

Overview: This panel discussion brings together a diverse group of learners to share their experiences and strategies for engaging in scholarly work. Attendees will explore ways to align scholarly interests, overcome challenges, and foster a supportive environment for mentorship and collaboration in research.

Michelle M. Kelly, MD

Moderator: Michelle Kelly, MD, PhD, professor, Division of Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 

Panelist: Paige Condit, MD, fellow, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 

Panelist: Erin Kelleher, MD, resident, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 

Panelist: Hannah Waldman, medical student, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 

Panelist: Miguel Garcia, undergraduate student, University of Wisconsin-Madison

 

 

 

 


Fellow Capstone Research Presentations

1:30–5:15 p.m. in HSLC 1335 and via Zoom

1:30–Welcome

Speaker: Haroon Ali, MD

1:35–1:55

Title: Feasibility of Performing Tympanostomy Tube Placement and Auditory Brainstem Response Outside the Operating Room Under Deep Sedation

 

Zachary Gray

Speaker: Zachary Gray, MD

1:55–2:15

Title: A Workshop to Promote a Growth Mindset in Pediatric Residents

 

Zachary Smith

Speaker: Zachary Smith, DO

2:15–2:35

Title:Developing an Institutional Transport Medical Control Curriculum

 

Joe Presson, DO

Speaker: Joe Presson, DO

2:35–2:55

Title: Barriers to utilizing palliative care in care of pediatric and young adult patients with sickle cell disease

 

Speaker: Doha Hassan, MD

2:55–3:15

Title: Metabolic biomarkers and growth in children with Cystic Fibrosis

 

 


3:15 – Break


Speaker: Adam Cordum, MD

3:25–3:45

Title: Coach Perceptions on Youth Football Importance

 

Sarah Trinh, MD

Speaker: Sarah Trinh, MD

3:45–4:05

Title: Developing a Virtual Reality Platform for Neonatal Resuscitation Training

 

Katie Voelz, MD

Speaker: Katie Voelz, MD

4:05–4:25

Title: Pilot Study: Comparing the Effect of the Addition of Blinatumomab to Standard Backbone Therapy for NCI Standard Risk B-Cell ALL on Vaccine Specific Antibody Response for Vaccine Preventable Diseases

 

Jesse Boyett Anderson, MD

Speaker: Jesse Boyett Anderson, MD

4:25–4:45

Title: What Heart Programs Have To Say About Kids’ Brains

 

Speaker: Bryan Vonasek, MD

4:45–5:05

Title: Prevalence of treatable infections in hospitalized Malawian children under five years old with severe acute malnutrition

Thursday, May 16

Pediatric Grand Rounds: Odell Lectureship

7:30–8:30 a.m. in HSLC 1335 and via Zoom

Bruce Klein, MD

Speaker: Bruce Klein, MD, professor, division chief, Infectious Disease, Department of Pediatrics

Title: Science and Medicine: Worlds within Worlds

 

 

 


Odell Award Recipient Lecture

8:30–9 a.m. in HSLC 1335 and via Zoom

Speaker: Bryn Webb, MD, associate professor, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Title: Genomic Insights into Ultra-Rare Diseases: Uncovering Etiology and Pathology

 

 


There will be a 30 minute break before the Research Team Updates begin.

9:00-9:30 a.m.


Research Team Updates

9:30-10 a.m. in HSLC 1335 and via Zoom

Speaker: Becky Bound, associate director, Research, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 


Ellen Wald Faculty Research Forum

10–11:40 a.m. in HSLC 1335 and via Zoom

10:00–Welcome

Whitley Hulse, MD

Speaker: Whitley Hulse, MD, assistant professor, Division of Neonatology and Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

10:05–10:25

Title: Growing Little PEAPODs

 

Jo Wilson

Speaker: Jo Wilson, MD – clinical instructor, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

10:25–10:45

Title: A look at Rhinovirus Circulation patterns in Children

 

Neil Munjal, MD, MS

Speaker: Neil Munjal, MD, MS, assistant professor, Division of Pediatric Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

10:45–11:05

Title: Predicting Neurological Deterioration in the Pediatric ICU

 

Speaker: Heidi Kloster, MD – associate professor, associate residency program director, Division of Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

11:05–11:25

Title: Family LENS: Lived Experience in Scholarship related to Children with Medical Complexity


Friday, May 17

Pediatric Surgical Research: Elevating Care Beyond UW

8–9 a.m. via Zoom

Speaker: Walid A. Farhat, MD, FACS, GPLLM, professor, chief, Division of Pediatric Urology, The Mark and Karen Koulogeorge Family Chair in Urology, Department of Urology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

Overview:  This talk will assess current pediatric surgical research, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary partnerships to drive advancements in pediatric surgical care. By pinpointing studies conducive to collaboration, we can facilitate innovative solutions to complex pediatric surgical challenges, ultimately enhancing patient care standards. Join us as we explore how collaborative efforts can reshape pediatric surgery, fostering interdisciplinary synergy for improved outcomes in pediatric patients.

 


Research Week Keynote: Reflections on an Unexpected Career in Global Health Research

1–1:30 p.m. in HSLC 1345 and via Zoom

Speaker: Anthony Garcia-Prats, MD, MSc, PhD, associate professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Division of Global Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

 

 

 


Platform Presentations

1:30–3 p.m. in HSLC 1345 and via Zoom

 

Speaker: Adnan Ahmad, DO

1:30-1:45

Title: Effectiveness of Intratracheal Surfactant and Budesonide for Prevention of Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

 

 

Speaker: Amber McKenna, MD

1:45-2:00

Title: Band-Aids Don’t Fix Bullet Holes: The Impact of State Legislation on Pediatric Firearm Injury Mortality 2010 through 2021

 

 

Speaker: Paige Condit, MD

2:00- 2:15

Title: Discovery Urinary Metabolomics of Preterm Neonatal Acute Kidney Injury

 

 

 

Olson, ChelseaSpeaker: Chelsea Olson, PhD

2:15-2:30

Title: Adolescents’ Experiences with Cyberbullying on TikTok are Associated with Depression

 

 

Speaker: Hara Levy, MD, MMSc

2:30- 2:45

Title: An In-vitro Monocyte Model for Investigating the Role of Immune Dysfunction in Cystic Fibrosis Disease Onset and Progression

 

 

Speaker: Juan Boriosi, MD

2:45-3:00

Title: A Quality Improvement Project to Reduce Magnetic Resonance Imaging Sedation in Children

 

 

 


Poster Presentations

3:10–5 p.m. in HSLC Atrium

Abstract Submissions Are Now Closed

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Abstract submissions are now CLOSED.

Communication regarding accepted posters and platform presentations will occur the second week of April.

If you are submitting on behalf of someone please indicate who will be presenting in the space provided on the submission form.

Questions? Email professional development manager, Reva Finkelman.

Platform Presentations

This year we are accepting six platform presentations—two residents, two fellows, one faculty, and one as an open category to include researchers, staff, medical students, students, etc.

Please indicate on the online submission form if you would like your abstract to be considered for the platform presentations.

Accreditation Statement

ICEP LogoIn support of improving patient care, the University of Wisconsin – Madison ICEP is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statements

American Medical Association (AMA)
The University of Wisconsin-Madison ICEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 ANCC contact hour(s).

Continuing Education Units
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP, as a member of the University Professional & Continuing Education Association (UPCEA), authorizes this program for 0.1 CEUs or 1.0 hour(s).

The University of Wisconsin Department of Pediatrics is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact Reva Finkelman at rfinkelman@wisc.edu. All requests must be made at least one month prior to the event. We will attempt to implement late requests but cannot guarantee they will be met.