FACULTY:
Marisa Early, MD is division chief and associate professor at UT Health San Antonio's division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, and Pediatric ENT at University Health.
OVERVIEW:
In this episode, host Holly Wayment talks to Dr. Marisa Earley as she shares valuable insights for pediatricians on the front lines helping children with ear infections. Dr. Earley draws on her rich background and experience to discuss the complex interplay between gastrointestinal and airway systems in children, and her pioneering efforts in establishing San Antonio's first aerodigestive clinic. This clinic offers comprehensive care for children with complex swallowing and breathing disorders.
The conversation delves into ear infections and management strategies, particularly for pediatric practitioners. Dr. Earley offers practical advice on antibiotic stewardship, emphasizing watchful waiting over immediate prescriptions for children older than two, and the importance of managing eustachian tube dysfunction.
Listeners will hear tips on differentiating between otitis externa and media, the significance of pneumatic otoscopy, and advice to give parents managing their child's symptoms. This is part one in our two-part ENT update series.
OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers
DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Marissa Early, MD has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.
CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.
Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.
RELEASE DATE:
12/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027