FACULTY:
Marisa Earley, MD, MBA is division chief and associate professor at UT Health San Antonio's division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, and Pediatric ENT at University Health.
OVERVIEW:
Join host Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now as she discusses eustachian tube dysfunction with Dr. Marisa Earley and discover why this condition is so prevalent in children and learn about common symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options from a leading pediatric ENT specialist.
Explore how eustachian tube dysfunction can affect a child's daily life, from hearing issues to sleeping and traveling difficulties. Dr. Earley offers advice on managing symptoms, and shares insights into when surgical interventions may be necessary.
Additionally, delve into guidelines for tonsillectomy in children, learn about the innovative intracapsular tonsillectomy technique, and get practical tips on ear health management, such as the use of otoscopes, earplugs, and nasal sprays.
OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers
DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Marisa Early, MD, MBA 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:
12/20/2024
EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027