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
- Illustrate the training opportunities available for Pediatrics participation and/or partnership that promote translational research.
- Explain ICTR resources that can enhance investigator initiated translational research for departments like Pediatrics.
- 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.
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
Speaker: Zachary Gray, MD
1:55–2:15
Title: A Workshop to Promote a Growth Mindset in Pediatric Residents
Speaker: Zachary Smith, DO
2:15–2:35
Title:Developing an Institutional Transport Medical Control Curriculum
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
Speaker: Sarah Trinh, MD
3:45–4:05
Title: Developing a Virtual Reality Platform for Neonatal Resuscitation Training
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
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
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
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
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
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
Speaker: 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
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
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.