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The Department of Pediatrics’ annual Medical Education Week will be held February 9-12, 2026. 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 in medical education. Continuing medical education (CME) credit will be available.
Our mission is to emphasize medical education as a cornerstone of the Department of Pediatrics by highlighting innovations and best practices, discussing implementation in our department, and empowering faculty to grow as educators.
Medical Education Week Luncheon
We encourage folks to join for lunch and spend some time together for the Medical Education Week luncheon! Lunch will start at 11:30 a.m. in HSLC 1345 and carry into the Summit.
Medical Education Summit
The Medical Education Week Summit will feature Dr. Adam Bauer presenting "If you’re Torn, side with me because I Want It That Way" and a workshop lead by Dr. Mike Ryan following. The Summit is from 12 to 3 p.m. in HSLC 1345.
Medical Education Week Sessions 2026
Once a session has concluded, the recording and session details will be available under the session dropdown below
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Monday, February 9, 8-9 a.m. I The Road to Reaccreditation: Upholding Standards in Medical Education
The Road to Reaccreditation: Upholding Standards in Medical Education
Zoom Link
Speaker: Elizabeth Petty, MD – Professor, Division of Genetics and Metabolism, Department of Pediatrics, Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Monday, February 9, 12-1 p.m. I Feedback Made SIMPL: A Framework for Clinical Learning
Feedback Made SIMPL: A Framework for Clinical Learning
Zoom Link
Speaker: Dan Sklansky, MD – Associate Professor, Residency Program Director, Division of Hospital Medicine and Complex Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Tuesday, February 10, 8-9 a.m. I From Around the World to Wisconsin: Stories of International Learners
From Around the World to Wisconsin: Stories of International Learners
Zoom Link
 Moderator: Nikki St Clair, MD, MS – Professor, Division of Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, Division of Global Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Panelist: Jack Koueik, MD – Fellow, Division of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Panelist: Najla Ba Sharahil, MD – Fellow, Division of Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Panelist: Arij Beshish, MBBCh, PhD – Assistant Professor, Division of Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Tuesday, February 10, 12-1 p.m. I Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI
Teaching and Learning in the Age of AI
Zoom Link
 Speaker: Amy L. Wilson-Delfosse, PhD – Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education, Northeast Ohio Medical University, College of Medicine |
 Speaker: Youngjin Cho, MS, PhD – Associate Professor of Immunology, Department of Medical Education Research & Scholarship, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
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Session Overview: Forthcoming
Wednesday, February 11, 8-9 a.m. I From Curiosity to Calling: Cultivating Interest in Pediatrics
From Curiosity to Calling: Cultivating Interest in Pediatrics
Zoom Link
Moderator: Eileen Cowan, MD – Associate Professor, Associate Director for Pre-Clinical Pediatric Education, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery Education, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Public Health and Medicine |
Moderator: Kari Bruckner – GME Program Administrator, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Moderator: Jess Babal, MD – Associate Professor, Education Lead, Division of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Interim Division Co-Chair, Division of Child Protection, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Panelist: Amy Frenkel – Medical Student, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Panelist: Jenny Cape – Medical Student, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Panelist: Noah Pollard – Medical Student, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Wednesday, February 11, 12-1 p.m. I Empowering Residents: Strategies to Support Autonomy and Growth
Empowering Residents: Strategies to Support Autonomy and Growth
Zoom Link
Session information coming soon!
Thursday, February 12, 7:30-8:30 a.m., IN PERSON I Pediatrics Grand Rounds
Pediatrics Grand Rounds
Zoom Link, HSLC 1345
Speaker: Michael Ryan, MD, MEHP – Professor, Associate Dean for Assessment, Evaluation, Research, Innovation, Director of the Center for Excellence in Education, Professor, Division of General Pediatrics – Hospitalist, University of Virginia School of Medicine
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Thursday, February 12, 12-1 p.m., IN PERSON I If You’re Torn, Side With Me Because I Want It That Way
If You’re Torn, Side With Me Because I Want It That Way
Zoom Link, HSLC 1345
Moderator: Adam Bauer, MD – Associate Professor, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Session Overview: Please join us in-person (though virtual free-per-view Zoom is available) for the medical education battle of the year, moderated by Adam Bauer. Three topics. Two opposing incredible pediatric faculty per topic. The audience decides who wins. *Of note, the faculty member may not necessarily agree with the side they’re arguing for!
Round 1: Hoyme v. Kloster: My Heart Will Go On to watch these two MedEd powerhouses crash over whether there should be more combined pediatric residency/fellowships, or if we should continue with the 3 year pediatric residency followed by 3 year pediatric subspecialty fellowships.
Derek Hoyme, MD – Associate Professor, Fellowship Director, Division of Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Heidi Kloster, MD – Associate Professor, Associate Residency Program Director, Hospital Medicine & Complex Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Round 2: McBride v. Gehlbach: Isn’t it ironic that these two ICU MedEd champions will grapple over how well residents will be prepared to care for critically-ill children with the new ACGME requirements decreasing ICU time for pediatric residents? Don’t you think?
 Elizabeth McBride, MD – Assistant Professor, Fellowship Director, Division of Neonatology & Newborn Nursery, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Jon Gehlbach, MD – Visiting Associate Professor, Associate Fellowship Director, Division of Critical Care, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Round 3: Nackers v. Williams. Don’t speak now as there’s No Doubt these two faculty juggernauts will quarrel over how to improve trainee matriculation into pediatrics. Does it Smell Like Teen Spirit and we should focus on pre-clerkship and early UME exposure to pediatrics to gain applicants, or do we need to be Livin’ la Vida Loca with improved pediatric reimbursements and salaries to encourage the larger interest?
 John Williams, MD – John E. Jr. and Louise A. Gonce Chair in Pediatrics, Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Pediatrics, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
 Kirstin Nackers, MD – Associate Professor, Director of Undergraduate Medical Education, Division of Hospital Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health |
Thursday, February 12, 1-3:30, IN PERSON I Medical Education Week Workshop
Medical Education Week Workshop
Zoom Link, HSLC 1345
Speaker: Michael Ryan, MD, MEHP – Professor, Associate Dean for Assessment, Evaluation, Research, Innovation, Director of the Center for Excellence in Education, Professor, Division of General Pediatrics – Hospitalist, University of Virginia School of Medicine
Session Overview: Forthcoming
Accreditation Statement
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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. |
Credit Designation Statements |
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| American Medical Association (AMA)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live and virtual activity for a maximum of X.X AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. |
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| American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
The University of Wisconsin–Madison ICEP designates this live and virtual activity for a maximum of X.X ANCC contact hours. |
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| 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 X.XX CEUs or X.X hours. |
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Available Credit
- 8.50 University of Wisconsin–Madison Continuing Education Hours
- 8.50 Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Continuing Medical Education Credit
At the end of the week, attendees will be able to log into ICEP and claim credit. Questions can be directed to Kate Dougherty at catherine.dougherty@wisc.edu.
Conference Support
Need help? Looking for answers? Reach out to conference lead, Reva Finkelman at rfinkelman@wisc.edu.