September 18 – September 22, 2023
The Department of Pediatrics Clinical Care Week is a newly formulated virtual conference focused on fostering an interdisciplinary learning community among health care providers. This weeklong conference will highlight innovations in clinical care through state and nationwide lenses. Continuing education credit is provided to encourage pediatricians and nurses to continue their growth and education. This newly reimagined conference takes the place of Seminars in Pediatrics and helps support our mission to promote and enhance the health of children and families.
On Friday, September 22nd, Clinical Care Week will be holding the Innovation Forum. The session will start with an optional lunch from 12-1 and then sessions from 1-3:30 p.m. Registration is now closed.
Clinical Care Week Learning Objectives:
- Outline new evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and best practice recommendations in relevant pediatric topics
- Describe medical, social, and environmental issues impacting pediatric health
- Develop relationships with other pediatric health care providers to build community and work collaboratively on addressing the health of children and families in our community
- Examine best practices for incorporating diversity, equity and inclusion in clinical care practice
Clinical Care Week – Session Information
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Monday, September 18
Thriving in Uncertainty: UW Health Kids and the Future of Children’s Healthcare
*Dr. Megan Moreno will be giving a formal welcome to Clinical Care Week 2023 at this session
In this presentation, we’ll discuss the evolving landscape of Children’s Hospitals in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities given dynamic pediatric volumes and capacity constraints, regionalization of pediatric care, innovative care delivery models, unique workforce considerations, financial realities, and increasing behavioral health needs. UW Health Kids is not alone in facing these issues, and we’ll discuss why strategic prioritization, collaboration, and smart growth is essential for us to thrive during these uncertain times.
8-9 a.m. via zoom
Joshua Ross, MD – CMO of American Family Children’s Hospital and UW Health Kids
Medical and Behavioral Treatment of Common Sleep Disorders in Children and Adolescents
12-1 p.m. via zoom
This session will provide a brief overview of common sleep disorders seen in pediatric outpatient care, including sleep apnea, periodic limb movement disorder, insomnia, and circadian rhythm disorder. Using case examples, the presenters will demonstrate behavioral and medical interventions to consider implementing in outpatient care. The session will include discussion of when to refer to specialty care, such as the Wisconsin Sleep Clinic, CBT-I, or outpatient mental health services. The presenters will also provide further resources both for providers and patients regarding the diagnosis and treatment of common pediatric sleep disorders.
Hannah Koerten, PhD
– clinical psychologist, Department of Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Kristin Seaborg, MD –
assistant professor, Division of Pediatric Neurology & Pediatric Sleep Medicine, Department of Neurology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Tuesday, September 19
QI & Clinical Care: Three Talks
8-9 a.m. via zoom
Liz Mann, MD – assistant professor, Division of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Title: SNIP T2D: Screening for Nephropathy in Pediatric Type 2 Diabetes
At the end of this session, audience members will be able to discuss how applying an equity lens to quality improvement tools helps care teams reduce disparities in screening in a pediatric ambulatory clinic.
Karen Pletta, MD – professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Title: Pediatric Spot Vision Screening
This session will review implementation of the UW Health Spot Vision Screening program for primary care pediatric patients. Quality lessons learned will be shared including the development of several quality dashboards that may be helpful to consider for future quality projects.
Nina Menda, MD – associate professor, neonatology director of quality and safety, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Title: Reducing time to first skin to skin session in the NICU
This presentation will describe a quality improvement project to decrease time to first skin to skin session for babies admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit at UnityPoint Health Meriter hospital.
The Lunch Bunch: A Discussion on the Impact of School Meals on Child Health
12-1 p.m. via zoom
Creating healthy kids begins with nutritious food! Join us for a panel discussion on school meals: their impact on child health, the current state of school meals in Madison, and areas of growth.
Panel moderator: Kristen Marten, DO – assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Panelists:
Kim Melcher – chief impact officer, Greater Watertown Community Health Foundation
Shawn Koval
– program coordinator, Healthy Schools, Healthy Kids Collaborative, UW Health
Joshua Perkins
– director of food and nutrition, Madison Metropolitan School District
Jennifer Gaddis, PhD
– Jane Rafferty Thiele Faculty Fellow, associate professor, Department of Civil Society & Community Studies, University of Wisconsin Madison School of Human Ecology
Cassandra Vanderwall
– teaching faculty, assistant block leader, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Wednesday, September 20
AAP Guideline Updates: Two Talks
8-9 a.m. via zoom
Laura Chen, MD
– assistant professor, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Title: You Light up My Life: Updated Guidelines for Newborn Hyperbilirubinemia
Sam Dillman, MD – clinical assistant professor, Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Title: The Evaluation and Management of Well-Appearing Febrile Infants 8 to 60 Days old
This presentation aims to explore the guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for the assessment and care of well-appearing, full-term infants aged 8 to 60 days who present with a fever exceeding 38°C. We will delve into the historical context of managing febrile infants, followed by an examination of the relevant literature that has led to the essential action statements formulated by the AAP. Finally, we will delve into the three distinct algorithms summarizing the recommendations tailored to infants within the age ranges of 8 to 21 days, 22 to 28 days, and 29 to 60 days.
When Things Go Awry; Grief, Shame, and Guilt in Medical Practice
12-1 p.m. via zoom
Sarah Webber, MD – associate professor, director of well-being, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
This session will also have Drs. Mary Ehlenbach and David Hsu sharing their stories.
Mary Ehlenbach, MD
– associate professor, director of diversity, equity and inclusion, Division of Hospital Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
David Hsu, MD, PhD – professor, Department of Neurology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Thursday, September 21
Pediatric Grand Rounds
Substance Use in Teens and Young Adults: What Every Pediatrician Needs to Know
7:30-8:30 a.m. via zoom
* This session addresses some of the content requirements of the MATE Act. Number of Credits: 1
Speaker: Kerry Gannon-Loew, MD, MS – assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Multidisciplinary Forum
9-11:30 a.m. via zoom
This session will highlight the different multidisciplinary work and clinics happening in our department. Each speaker will have 15 minutes to present and 5 to answer questions.
| Time | Speaker | Title |
| 9-9:05 |
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Welcome |
| 9:05-9:25 |
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Updates in Modern Cleft and Craniofacial Care |
| 9:25-9:45 |
 
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Caring for Trans and Gender Diverse Youth: The Pediatric Adolescent Transgender Health Clinic at UW Health Kids |
| 9:45-10:05 |
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The Pediatric Aerodigestive Care Team (PACT) at American Family Children’s Hospital |
| 10:05-10:15 | BREAK | |
| 10:15-10:35 |
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UW Health Kids Pediatric Spina Bifida Clinic |
| 10:35-10:55 |
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The Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic: The History and Future of a Changing Patient Population |
| 10:55-11:15 |
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Does Pediatric Fitness Impact Childhood Obesity? |
| 11:15-11:30 |
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Updates from Clinical Care Administration |
Friday, September 22
A Recovery-Based Approach to Pediatric Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder
8-9 a.m. via zoom
Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (FND) is estimated to have a community incidence rate of 4-12 per 100,000, and account for 5% of referrals to outpatient neurology. It is a condition we also frequently encounter in the inpatient medical setting. FND is a complex condition that can be especially challenging for patients, families, and care team members to understand, but we know that effective psychoeducation is a key component of treatment for FND that supports positive outcomes. To this end, this session will briefly describe FND and how it differs from other related somatic disorders, including important aspects of diagnosis and medical workup as well as biopsychosocial factors associated with its presentation. It will then center on outlining empirically-based multidisciplinary treatment of FND including the roles of different team members and the specific interventions used in a psychiatric and psychological settings.
Julia Benjamin, PhD – Department of Pediatric Health Psychology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
William Taft, MD – clinical associate professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Innovation Forum
HSLC 1345 & zoom
The innovation forum is a time for community members, faculty, staff and trainees to collaborate together. This afternoon forum will be held both virtually and in-person. If you are planning on attending, registration is required.
12-1: Catered lunch – registration required
Firm Rounds: An Interactive Pediatric Puzzler
1-2:30 p.m.
Speakers:
2:30-2:45: Break
Two Minutes, Two Slides, Two Questions
2:45-3:25
Accreditation
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Accreditation Statement
In 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. |
| American Medical Association (AMA)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.5 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 11.5 ANCC contact hours. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP, as a member of the University Professional & Continuing Education Association (UPCEA), authorizes this program for 1.15 CEUs or 11.5 hours. |
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Clinical Care Week Committee
Thank you to the committee members of Clinical Care Week 2023 for planning, moderating and supporting this innovative and engaging week-long conference.
Co-Chairs
Mala Mathur, MD, MPH, FAAP – associate professor, director of professional development, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Pubic Health
Allison Redpath Mahon, MD – associate professor, Division of Nephrology, Department of Pediatrics,
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Committee Members
Kristin Seaborg, MD – assistant professor, Division of Pediatric Neurology & Pediatric Sleep Medicine, Department of Neurology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Dan Sklansky, MD – associate professor, residency program director, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Kristen Marten, DO – assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Sabrina Butteris, MD – professor, vice chair of clinical affairs, Division of Global Pediatrics, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Sarah Webber, MD – associate professor, director of well-being, Division of Hospital Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Shannon Cannon, MD – assistant professor, director of DEI, urology, Division of Pediatric Urology, Department of Urology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Daniel O’Connell, MD – assistant professor, Division of GI, Hepatology & Nutrition, Department of Pediatrics,
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Megan Yanny, MD – assistant professor, Division of General Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Anna Uhing, MD – Chief Resident, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Whitney Beaton, MSN, RN, APNP, ACCNS-P – Division of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Conference Coordinators
Reva Finkelman, MA – professional development manager, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Kate Dougherty, MA – professional development specialist, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Jenna Contreras – strategic initiatives specialist, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health