FACULTY:
Ian Mitchell, MD is an Associate Professor of Surgery at ºÚÁÏÍø and Chief of Pediatric Surgery at University Hospital.
OVERVIEW:
In this episode, the discussion covers essential updates in pediatric surgery, including the management of spontaneous pneumothorax, empyema and umbilical hernias. Dr. Mitchell also introduces the PIRS technique for inguinal hernias and revolutionary treatments for pilonidal disease. This insightful episode is filled with practical advice and the latest advancements in pediatric surgical care.
OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers
DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Ian Mitchell, 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 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsâ„¢.
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:
8/13/2024
EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2026