ICAAP
This training will address the role of the pediatrician in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric eating disorders, with a focus on the Family-Based Treatment (FBT) approach (Maudsley Method). This evidence-based treatment is recommended as a first-line approach for adolescents with anorexia nervosa. The training is being conducted by Dr. Karen Bernstein, MD, MPH, FAAP, Kristen Anderson, LCSW, Sara Desai, LCSW, and Dr. Cathy Joyce, MD, PhD. The trainers have extensive clinical experience treating adolescents with eating disorders utilizing the FBT method. Registration fee is $20. ICAAP is holding this training on Friday, August 5, from 8-10am at Glenbrook Hospital, 2100 Pfingsten Rd, Glenview in conference rooms A1/A2. Registration starts at 7:30 am and a light breakfast will be served. To register, please visit the registration page. For more information, contact Anna Carvlin at acarvlin@illinoisaap.com or 312/733-1026, ext. 214.
This training will address the role of the pediatrician in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric eating disorders, with a focus on the Family-Based Treatment (FBT) approach (Maudsley Method). This evidence-based treatment is recommended as a first-line approach for adolescents with anorexia nervosa. The training is being conducted by Dr. Karen Bernstein, MD, MPH, FAAP, Kristen Anderson, LCSW, Sara Desai, LCSW, and Dr. Cathy Joyce, MD, PhD. The trainers have extensive clinical experience treating adolescents with eating disorders utilizing the FBT method. Registration fee is $20. ICAAP is holding this training on Friday, August 5, from 8-10am at Glenbrook Hospital, 2100 Pfingsten Rd, Glenview in conference rooms A1/A2. Registration starts at 7:30 am and a light breakfast will be served. To register, please visit the registration page. For more information, contact Anna Carvlin at acarvlin@illinoisaap.com or 312/733-1026, ext. 214.
ICAAP
In addition to ICAAP's recently launched obesity and nutrition-related continuing medical education (CME) series, several more modules have been published online free of charge for providers. The additional courses include: Physical Activity Guidelines and Counseling for Children and Adolescents, Evaluation and Management of Hypertension in Children, Evaluation and Management of Hyperlipidemia in Children, Understanding and Assessing Psychosocial Factors Associated with Childhood Obesity, and Connecting Patients to Community Resources. These courses have been developed by a multidisciplinary subgroup of the ICAAP Committee on Obesity's Education Advisory Group with expertise in nutrition and counseling. The CME is funded through a grant from the Otho S. A. Sprague Memorial Institute and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. View ICAAP's online courses here. For more information regarding the course, please contact Anna Carvlin, Manager of Obesity Prevention Initiatives, at acarvlin@illinoisaap.com or 312/733-1026, ext 214.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
In addition to ICAAP's recently launched obesity and nutrition-related continuing medical education (CME) series, several more modules have been published online free of charge for providers. The additional courses include: Physical Activity Guidelines and Counseling for Children and Adolescents, Evaluation and Management of Hypertension in Children, Evaluation and Management of Hyperlipidemia in Children, Understanding and Assessing Psychosocial Factors Associated with Childhood Obesity, and Connecting Patients to Community Resources. These courses have been developed by a multidisciplinary subgroup of the ICAAP Committee on Obesity's Education Advisory Group with expertise in nutrition and counseling. The CME is funded through a grant from the Otho S. A. Sprague Memorial Institute and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. View ICAAP's online courses here. For more information regarding the course, please contact Anna Carvlin, Manager of Obesity Prevention Initiatives, at acarvlin@illinoisaap.com or 312/733-1026, ext 214.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
