Long School of Medicine

Nurturing Young Lives: Pediatric Advocacy and Mental Health

FACULTY:
Dr. Sandy Chung, immediate past president of the American Academy of Pediatrics, founder and Medical Director of the Virginia Mental Health Access Program, CEO of Trusted Doctors, and Medical Director of Informatics at Children's National Hospital's Pediatric Health Network.

OVERVIEW:
Learn about the importance of pediatric advocacy, the challenges of youth mental health, and innovative solutions like the Virginia Mental Health Access Program. Dr. Chung discusses the role of AI in pediatrics, providing valuable insights into how technology can enhance patient care. She also provides practical advice for pediatric practitioners on helping patients to inspire us in our day-to-day work, using mental health resources and navigating the complexities of pediatric care. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that highlights the critical role of pediatricians in shaping a healthier future for children.

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Sandy Chung, 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:
7/12/2024 

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2026