This course addresses the assessment and diagnosis of the most common eating disorders and an overview of treatment modalities for children/adolescents/young adults. Learners should be able to assess for and diagnose disordered eating, collaborate with other treatment providers, and understand key treatment components in order to inform treatment decisions. Target AudienceThe target audience is community and school-based therapists, masters prepared psychologists, psychiatric NPs, clinical soci...

Description: This presentation highlights a year of patient safety and quality improvement efforts to strengthen pediatric suicide prevention at Cincinnati Children’s. Speakers will share lessons learned from implementing systems-level change, including the importance of infrastructure, cross-disciplinary partnerships, and workforce development. The discussion will explore how these investments can work together to build a sustainable approach to suicide prevention and improve safety for ch...

Description: Healthy neighborhoods play an important role in shaping health and well-being, extending the focus of care beyond clinical settings and into the communities where children and families live. This presentation examines evidence-based elements that contribute to healthy neighborhoods and explores communities as complex, interconnected systems. Participants will consider how understanding these systems can inform collaborative approaches to addressing community needs and advancing...

Description: Advances in artificial intelligence and genetics are creating new possibilities for more personalized approaches to pediatric pain care. This presentation explores how AI models can help recognize and predict pain following surgery and during sickle cell disease, while examining how clinicians can assess the reliability and trustworthiness of these tools. The discussion will also consider the practical challenges and opportunities involved in translating emerging AI-driven insi...

Description: Adaptive gaming can open new opportunities for recreation, connection, and participation for patients with disabilities and other access needs. This presentation explores the benefits and challenges of adaptive gaming, how to recognize patients who may benefit, and how clinicians can help identify appropriate gaming technology and equipment. Participants will also learn about resources that can support patients and families in getting started. A hands-on demonstration in Sabin ...

Description: Language barriers can significantly affect patient safety, care experiences, and health outcomes for families who use a language other than English. This presentation explores how clinicians and healthcare teams can recognize and address language-related inequities, moving beyond barriers toward more equitable communication. Participants will consider practical strategies for incorporating language equity into clinical care, everyday workflows, and research to help ensure that ...

Description: Diagnostic errors rarely stem from knowledge gaps alone. This presentation examines why educational efforts often fall short of improving diagnostic safety and explores the complex factors that influence clinical decision-making. Attendees will learn how psychologically safe systems can encourage trainees and frontline clinicians to openly share their reasoning, creating opportunities for timely reassessment and error prevention. Through a focus on clinical reasoning, feedback,...

Description:This session provides a comprehensive overview of cerebral palsy care, focusing on the identification and management of common co-occurring conditions that impact long-term health and quality of life. It equips clinicians with practical strategies to guide families through diagnosis and ongoing care, highlighting available resources and multidisciplinary supports. Emphasis is placed on partnering with families to navigate complex care needs and optimize outcomes across the continuum ...