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

Add to Calendar Twelfth Annual Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Chronic Lung Disease Conference 3/10/2026 7:00:00 AM 3/11/2026 4:35:00 PM America/New_York For More Details: https://chop.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?EID=15853 Description: 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 50% of preterm infants with birth weights less than 1,000 grams, and rates of BPD have remained relatively unchanged over the last few decades. Infants with BPD frequently require lengthy hospital stays and costly post discharg... Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing false MM/DD/YYYY


Date & Location
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:00 AM - Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:35 PM, Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing, Philadelphia, PA

Target Audience
Specialties - Neonatology

Overview
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 50% of preterm infants with birth weights less than 1,000 grams, and rates of BPD have remained relatively unchanged over the last few decades. 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, pharmacists, 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

Objectives
  1. Describe two communication strategies to enhance the multidisciplinary team performance.
  2. Identify an example of current evidence in neuro-sedative use while caring for infants with refractory agitation.
  3. Describe the role of therapeutic creep in BPD management strategies.
  4. Explain one early and one late pulmonary and cardiovascular implication of severe BPD.
  5. Describe strategies of ventilator management in evolving or established BPD.
  6. Explore management strategies and communication tools used by the multidisciplinary team in the care of babies with severe BPD.
  7. Describe clinical implications of utilization of novel therapeutic interventions.
  8. Discuss elements influencing lung development.

Registration

Physicians (Early Reg. Fee) - $425

Fellows, Residents, Nurses and all other Healthcare Professionals (Early Reg. Fee) - $275


Accreditation

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.


Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (87.00 hours), ACPE Credits (87.00 hours), ANCC NCPD Contact Hours (87.00 hours), CDR CPEU Credits (87.00 hours), NCPD Pharmacotherapeutic Hours (87.00 hours), Non-Physician AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Attendance (includes PA, RT, RDMS) (87.00 hours)