Track: Pediatrics and Nurse Practitioners

PRIMARY CARE 2025

In today's evolving healthcare landscape, the partnership between Pediatrics and Nurse Practitioners is pivotal in delivering comprehensive and patient-centered care tailored to the unique health needs of children. This session will explore the dynamic collaboration between pediatricians and nurse practitioners, focusing on early intervention, preventative care, and the management of chronic conditions to ensure children’s optimal growth and development.

Pediatric care is not merely about treating illnesses; it is about fostering long-term well-being and addressing the holistic needs of children and their families. Nurse Practitioners, with their advanced clinical training and patient-centered approach, are at the forefront of this mission. They bridge the gap between traditional medical practice and the personalized care that pediatric patients require, ensuring that each child receives the best possible care at every stage of development.

Participants will gain insights into the evolving scope of practice for Nurse Practitioners, including their authority in prescribing medications, conducting diagnostic tests, and developing individualized treatment plans. The session will also address the challenges and opportunities in pediatric nursing, such as the increasing prevalence of mental health issues among children, the importance of early intervention, and the role of NPs in supporting families through complex healthcare decisions.

Bronchiolitis & Pneumonia: Diagnosis and Management of Common Respiratory Illnesses in Children: This topic covers the critical aspects of diagnosing and managing bronchiolitis and pneumonia in children, focusing on early identification, treatment protocols, and strategies to prevent complications in these common yet serious respiratory conditions.

Polio & Whooping Cough: The Role of Vaccination and Preventative Care in Combating These Serious Diseases: Explores the importance of vaccination in preventing polio and whooping cough, emphasizing the need for widespread immunization and public health initiatives to protect children from these life-threatening illnesses.

Pediatric Healthcare Services & Health Associates: Integrating Care Across Various Services to Ensure Comprehensive Treatment: Discusses the integration of care among various pediatric healthcare services and health associates, highlighting the benefits of a coordinated approach to provide holistic and effective treatment for young patients.

Serious Childhood Illnesses: Strategies for Managing Chronic and Acute Conditions: This topic focuses on effective strategies for managing chronic and acute childhood illnesses, with an emphasis on long-term care plans, family involvement, and the use of multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Neonatal Respiratory Diseases: Focus on the Specialized Care Required for Newborns: Covers the specialized care required for managing neonatal respiratory diseases, including the latest advancements in treatment protocols, early intervention techniques, and the importance of a tailored approach to neonatal care.

Nutrition & Growth: Supporting Healthy Development Through Monitoring and Intervention: Explores the critical role of nutrition in supporting healthy growth and development in children, with a focus on monitoring nutritional status and implementing interventions to address deficiencies and promote optimal health.

Telehealth Pediatrics: Expanding Access to Care Through Technology: Examines the growing role of telehealth in pediatric care, highlighting how technology is expanding access to healthcare services, particularly in remote areas, and improving the continuity of care for children.

Adolescent Medicine: Addressing the Unique Needs of Teenagers: Focuses on the unique healthcare needs of adolescents, covering topics such as mental health, sexual and reproductive health, and the challenges of transitioning from pediatric to adult care.

Pediatric Palliative Care: Providing Compassionate Care for Children with Life-Limiting Conditions: Discusses the principles and practices of pediatric palliative care, emphasizing the importance of compassionate, family-centered care for children with life-limiting conditions, and the role of multidisciplinary teams in providing support.

Join us as we explore the future of Pediatric Care through the lens of Nurse Practitioners, and discover the transformative impact they have on children’s health.