Member Updates,
Opportunities &
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Wednesday, 2 November 2022| Issue 62 |
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Dear Nevada AAP Members,
This Saturday is our fourth, and final, virtual member meeting for 2022. All chapter members are welcome. Come learn directly from chapter leaders about the work they've been doing to improve pediatric care in Nevada.
Our special guest this quarter is Antoinette L. Laskey, MD, MPH, MBA, FAAP who will give a brief introduction to UCARE: University of Utah Child Abuse Recognition and Education. UCARE is a combined online and in-person training experience to improve the recognition, evaluation and management of child physical abuse. The course material targets providers in a variety of settings ranging from community practices to tertiary care hospitals. The goal of this program is to provide advanced training in the evaluation and management of child abuse to the health care professional to support their local community. Providers then have the option to engage in ongoing supported work with Child Abuse Pediatricians through peer review and real time support.
In addition to our member's meeting, there are many other chapter updates and opportunities for Nevada pediatricians in today's issue. Read on!
Be well,
Leann
Leann D. McAllister, Executive Director
Nevada Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Cell 508-685-0918
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Virtual Member Meeting this Saturday, November 5 |
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Dr. Shane Named Nevada Children's Champion |
A heartfelt congratulations to Nevada AAP Obesity Prevention Chair Steven Shane, MD, MS, FAAP for being named a Children's Champion at this year's inaugural awards ceremony given by the Children's Advocacy Alliance (CAA).
Nevada AAP Executive Director Leann McAllister accepted the award on behalf of Dr. Shane. Ms. McAllister is pictured here alongside CAA Executive Director Dr. Tiffany Tyler-Garner, award winner Deputy Director and Chief Strategy Officer at Workforce Connections Irene Bustamante Adams, award winner Assemblywoman Clarie Thomas, and Community Development Director at YMCA of Southern Nevada Jordan Sommaggio, JD, MPA.
Congratulations Dr. Shane. Thank you for your leadership!
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To reverse the tide, Nevada must recognize obesity as a...
Obesity was officially recognized by the American Medical Association as a disease in 2013. Obesity is not a choice! The disease of obesity is a very complicated interplay of many genetic, hormonal, behavioral, social, economic and environmental...
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www.rgj.com
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Patricia Song writes about Shadowing Priya Chib, MD, FAAP |
"This is an exciting time in Nevada healthcare with the opening of the new building at the Kirk Kerkorian Medical School at UNLV and the establishment of a new pediatric residency program at UNR!"
In our most recent blog post, Nevada AAP intern and UNR second-year undergrad Patricia Song writes about her experience shadowing Nevada AAP Board member Priya Chib, MD, FAAP to see firsthand what it's like to work as a pediatrician. Please read and share!
The Nevada AAP Blog gives our members an opportunity to take state-wide, national, and international health news and best practices, and focus it specifically on improving pediatric healthcare in Nevada. Members are invited to send post ideas and drafts to ED@NevadaAAP.org.
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The First Step Forward in the College Pre-Med Track
Patricia Song, Nevada AAP Chapter Intern, University of Nevada, Reno
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nevadaaap.org
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Nevada AAP at NCE in Anaheim |
The AAP 2022 National Conference & Exhibition (NCE) was a success! It was wonderful to spend time with Nevada AAP members in attendance including (from the photo) : Kerrie Rabanera, MD, FAAP, Executive Director Leann McAllister, Terence McAllister, MD, FAAP, Randi Lampert, MD, FAAP, Mitali Sahni, MBBS, FAAP, Steven Shane, MD, MS, FAAP and Jose Cucalon Calderon, MD, FAAP.
The Conference Platform, with livestream session recordings & slides, will be available until January 31, 2023. Not sure which sessions to watch? Take a listen to David Hill, MD, FAAP, and Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP, recap NCE with a list of their favorite plenaries and sessions.
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Dr. Meyers on Positive Parenting |
Dr. Meyers is a member of the Nevada Early Childhood Advisory Council (Nevada ECAC) where she works with fellow ECAC member, Marty Elquist, SEED Director at The Children's Cabinet, to promote Vroom, a global project of the Bezos Family Foundation which promotes best practices for parents and caregivers supporting optimal development in early childhood.
Dr. Meyers has a number of resources Nevada pediatricians are welcome to utilize in practice. Follow these links for:
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Dr. Cucalon Calderon Leads through Meetings and Media Relations |
Dr. Cucalon Calderon has been busy with a number of projects including media relations. Check out COVID in Context for which Dr. Cucalon Calderon was interviewed by The Nevada Independent.
It is wonderful when Nevada AAP members speak with journalists and write opinion pieces to provide accurate and reliable medical information to the public. Chapter members are encouraged to email ED@NevadaAAP.org to report missing media pieces from this list.
Successfully working with the media requires planning, strategy, hard work, and allocation of resources. The AAP provides tools to help pediatricians ensure that journalists get the most accurate information possible on pediatric issues. Visit Working with the Media to learn more about the many resources from the AAP to support members wishing to work with the media.
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COVID in Context: Health officials concerned over triple ...
Welcome to COVID in Context, where staff at The Nevada Independent provide context and clarity on what's happening with COVID-19 in Nevada. COVID in Context will change depending on the situation at hand.
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thenevadaindependent.com
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Nevada AAP at NMHEC Impact Summit |
Registration for in-person tickets at the 2022 Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition Impact Summit ends tomorrow, November 3.
The Nevada AAP is excited to have a table at this year's event. If you are attending, be sure to stop by the table to say hello to UNLV medical student and Nevada AAP Bright by Text Coordinator Daniela Lemus who will be helping Executive Director Leann McAllister and her adult child Star McAllister to share Project Firstline and other AAP resources with attendees.
Special thanks to Nevada AAP Special Projects Intern Leanne Chen for designing a handout to encourage attendees to read the AAP policy statement Eliminating Race-Based Medicine.
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Siena Pediatrics in Henderson is Hiring |
Nevada AAP Member Carrie Wijesinghe, MD FAAP is looking to hire a FT/PT Pediatrician, Board Certified/Eligible provider for her practice Siena Pediatrics in Henderson.
Availability: Immediate opening
Searching to make a positive impactful difference for Southern NV families while working with a lively, engaging team of pediatricians and staff, then please consider working at Siena Pediatrics!
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Seeking Nevada Pediatricians Passionate About the Climate Crisis |
Nevada AAP Chapter Climate Advocate Debra Hendrickson, MD, FAAP is working with family physician Joanne G Leovy, MD to form a state health professionals for climate action organization under the umbrella of the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health. Members interested in getting involved should contact Leann McAllister at ED@NevadaAAP.org.
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AAP Infection Prevention and Control Quality Improvement ECHO |
The American Academy of Pediatrics is recruiting primary care teams to join a 3-month learning collaborative aimed to improve knowledge, skills and self-efficacy around infection prevention and control strategies. Click here to learn more.
The Nevada AAP is proud to partner with the CDC to promote Project Firstline, the CDC’s National Training Collaborative for Healthcare Infection Prevention & Control. In addition to our local events and activities, national AAP has created a web page perfect for Nevada AAP members to view and share with staff.
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Suicide Prevention Campaign Toolkit |
Pediatricians and pediatric heath care providers have a role to play in reducing the risk of suicide among adolescents and young adults. In 2016, suicide was the second leading cause of death among both 10-14 years old (436) and 15-24 years old (5,723) according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. The AAP provides guidance and resources for pediatricians and pediatric health care providers to help identify youth at risk for suicide.
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Red Book® Webinar on Head Lice |
Dawn Nolt, MD, MPH, FAAP, lead author of the clinical report "Head Lice,” which is published in the October 2022 issue of Pediatrics, provides a brief overview of the updated report in a newly recorded webinar and slide presentation. Topics include a review of available medications and the use of a new algorithm to aid with decision-making in the treatment of head lice. Other resources include:
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Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know
By: Dawn Nolt, MD, MPH, FAAP Head lice are a common problem, especially among school-aged children and their families. The lice can attach to the hair of anyone's head. It doesn't matter if the hair is clean or dirty. Head lice are also found...
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www.healthychildren.org
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Customizable Reminder and Recall Resources for Pediatricians to Connect with Families |
New, customizable reminder and recall resources from the AAP make it easy to notify families to schedule check-ups and catch up on recommended childhood and adolescent immunizations. Colorful postcards, social media graphics, and a template letter make it easy for pediatricians to connect with families.
With annual influenza vaccination rates below optimal levels, setting up a flu vaccination clinic is a great way to increase rates by providing your patients with efficient access to vaccination before the start of the influenza season. The How to Set Up a Flu Clinic toolkit from the AAP includes resources for pediatric practices to plan and implement an in-office vaccination clinic. This flu clinic toolkit links to the communication toolkit with updated shareable social media graphics, editable posters, a one-pager for families, and videos on influenza vaccination. Use these tools to promote your clinic and to remind parents about the importance of getting vaccinated now.
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How to Set Up a Flu Clinic
Flu vaccination clinics are a great way to vaccinate your patients and families quickly and efficiently before the start of the flu season. They can take place during regular or extended office hours and can begin as soon as the vaccine is...
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www.aap.org
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AAP Seeks Volunteer Translators |
The AAP is seeking members who are fluent in English and one of the following languages: Simplified Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Arabic, Somali or Swahili. We have used a professional service to translate several immunization resources and a healthychildren.org article into these languages. Prior to publishing online, we would like a member to review the final proof to ensure that the translated copy is accurate and culturally appropriate. We estimate the review will take approximately 15-30 minutes and the materials will be available via email in early November for review. Volunteers will have 2 weeks to review the translation and a small stipend will be provided. Please contact ggibbs@aap.org if you are interested in this opportunity or if you would like more information.
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Chapter Calendar Highlights
Sat Nov 5th 8:30 AM-10:30 AM
Quarterly Virtual Nevada AAP Board Meeting
All Members Welcome
Wed - Thu Nov 9th-10th
Free Virtual Medical Conference and CME
Wed Nov 9th 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Renown Pediatric Grand Rounds - The Morbidity & Mortality of preterm birth... What is the future for these fragile patients?
Presented by Nevada AAP member Cynthia Schreiner, MD, FAAP
Thu Nov 10th 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Virtual Town Hall to Address Racial and Ethnic Inequities in Pediatric Cardiac Arrest
Thu Nov 10th 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
UNR Project ECHO Complex Pediatrics -- Second Friday of Every Month -- Free CME led by Nevada AAP President Vanessa Slots, MD, FAAP
Tue Nov 15th
DUE DATE: Call for Nominations for PREP Self-Assessment and Subspecialty Editorial Boards
Tue Nov 15th 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
PEM Coding Webinar
Wed Nov 16th 10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Webinar: Keeping Pediatric PHI Secure: Using the Security Risk Assessment Tool
Thu Nov 17th 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
2022 Southern Nevada Youth Homelessness Summit
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Avenue, Las Vegas
Fri Nov 18th 8:00 AM-7:00 PM
Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S Main St, Las Vegas
Thu Dec 1st
Fri Dec 9th 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
This month: Nevada AAP Vice President Elect Terence McAllister, MD, FAAP will lead a session on diagnosing autism and referring for ABA therapy in the Nevada primary-care clinic.
Mon Jan 23rd 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
SAVE THE DATE
What Nevada Adolescents Need and How Primary Care Can Deliver
Virtual Conference
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