Pediatrics Professional Development Conference
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
12:00 PM-1:00 PM
Topic
We Are More
Than What We Eat: Advances in Gut Microbiome Research and Implications for Child Development and Chronic Conditions
Presented By
Elisa Vengalil, MD, CLC, Pediatric Resident, PGY-3, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children
Learning Objectives
- Define the gut microbiota and
microbiome, and its role in
development and health
- Recognize the current and
future efforts in pediatric gut
microbiome research
- Define the role of primary care
providers in shaping a healthy
gut microbiome for our patients
Target Audience
Physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing personnel, fellows, residents, medical students and other health care professionals who take care of children
Accreditation Statement
Tower Health is accredited by the Pennsylvania Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Tower Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Claiming CME Credits
Attendees MUST sign in with the six-digit activity code provided at the session using eeds within 24 hours of the conference start time and complete the online evaluation within 30 days at
http://towerhealth.eeds.com.
Contact Information
Alma Barberena
alma.barberena@towerhealth.org