Ninth Annual Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Chronic Lung Disease Conference

Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 7:00 AM - Wednesday, March 8, 2023, 12:00 PM, Union League of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA


Severe chronic lung disease (CLD) of infancy, also known as bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), is the most common chronic complication of premature birth. It affects approximately 25% of preterm infants with birth weights less than 1,500 grams and more than 50% of infants weighing less than 750 grams. Infants with BPD frequently require lengthy hospital stays and costly post-discharge medical care. A diagnosis of BPD is a strong predictor of long-term impairment in lung function, cardiovascular health, growth and neurodevelopment. Management of infants with severe CLD/BPD presents a unique challenge due to its multisystem involvement and common association with multiple non-lung comorbidities. A coordinated, evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach is crucial to achieve the best outcomes for this high-risk population. Ideally, this strategy includes cohesive management between neonatal and pediatric care providers to facilitate high-level continuity of care during the transition to home and throughout the child’s life. This multidisciplinary course is intended for physicians, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists and other members of the healthcare team such as occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, dietitians and social workers who provide care for patients with CLD/ BPD and their families. This course will explore the pathophysiology, current research and key aspects of the management of severe CLD, including diagnostic and treatment options. This course will also discuss the long-term needs of infants with severe CLD, highlighting the chronic nature of this illness extending beyond the neonatal period.

1. Outline the costs related to caring for a medically complex child
2. Explain opportunities to eliminate racial disparity in the NICU
3. Describe the use of stem cells in experimental models of BPD/CLD
4. Discuss evidence-based strategies in caring for infants with severe BPD/CLD
5. Identify expert approaches to clinical management of medically complex infants with BPD/CLD • Discuss evidence-based strategies in caring for infants with severe BPD

REGISTRATION FEES (in-person and virtual)

The registration fee includes the conference livestream, online presentations, CME and other continuing education credits.

Physicians (in-person and virtual) - $350

Trainees, Nurses, and All Other Members of the Healthcare Team (in-person and virtual) - $225

**Please note, if you register for the virtual sessions, watch in real time and complete required assessments, you will be eligible for CME/CE credit. Videos of sessions may be viewed later but will no longer be eligible for CME credit.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia reserves the rightto cancel or postpone any course due to any unforeseencircumstances. In the event of cancellation or postponement, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia will refund anyregistration fees, but is not responsible for any relatedcosts, charges, or expenses to participants, includingcancellation charges assessed by airlines/travel agencies. In order to process refunds for in-person course withdrawals, cancellation must be received in writing by Monday, Feb. 27,2023 . Refunds will be issued for the amount of registrationminus a $40 administrative fee. No refunds will be issuedthereafter.

SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

If special arrangements are required for an individual with a disability to attend this meeting, please contact theContinuing Medical Education Department at 215-590-5263.

ASHA CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS

This program is offered for 1.05 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).

Instructional Personnel Disclosures, financial and nonfinancial can be found here at: 2023 Disclsoure

CLINICAL NUTRITION CPEU STATEMENT

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Registered Dietitians (RDs) and Dietetic Technicians (DTRs) will receive 9.75 continuing education credits (CPEUs) pending approval, upon completion of this course.

PHYSICAL THERAPY CEU STATEMENT

Application has been made to the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners and the Pennsylvania State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

SOCIAL WORK CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT STATEMENT

CHOP is a pre-approved provider of continuing education credits for Pennsylvania Licensed Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Professional Counselors. Participants licensed in Pennsylvania who attend the full workshop and complete the required evaluation are eligible for 10 continuing education credits. Participants licensed in other states should check with local licensing boards to determine continuing education approval.

ACCME ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia designates this live activity for a maximum of 11 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with their participation in the activity.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ACCREDITATION STATEMENT  

RESPIRATORY ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

Pending approval from The American Association for Respiratory Care, this conference will be eligible for 10.0 Continuing Respiratory Care Education contact hours.

The educational content of this program has been endorsed by the PSRC.

 NURSING CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT STATEMENT

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Pennsylvania State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (11.00 hours), ANCC NCPD Contact Hours (11.00 hours), ASHA (1.05 hours), CDR CPEU Credits (9.75 hours), Clinical Nutrition Dietitian (0.00 hours), Non-Physician AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Attendance (includes PA, RT, RDMS) (11.00 hours), Occupational Therapy (0.10 hours), Physical Therapy (10.00 hours), Physical Therapy (NJ) (10.00 hours), Respiratory (10.00 hours), Social Work (10.00 hours)

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has reserved a block of rooms with reduced rates at The Inn at the League, 1450 Sansom St., Philadelphia, Pa. The Inn at the League has Four Diamond quality hotel rooms and suites in the same building as the conference.  The group rates are $235 single and double occupancy plus a 7% percent room tax.  Participants are required to make their own hotel reservations by calling The Inn directly at 215-587-5570.  Please mention the name of this conference when making your reservations. This special room rate will be available until Friday, February 3, 2023.  After that date, reservations will be accepted on a space and rate availability basis.

DRESS CODE AT THE UNION LEAGUE

The dress code at the Union League (unionleague.org) is business casual, which is defined as collared shirt and slacks for men and appropriate attire for women. Jeans, other denim wear, athletic attire, T-shirts, shorts, baseball caps or sneakers are not permitted in the Union League.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Exhibit Information: 2023CLDExhibitProspectus

Please scan completed exhibit registration forms to: Catrice Butler @ [email protected]