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Physicians
Symposia Medicus designates this live activity for a maximum of 18 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This continuing medical education activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and is acceptable for a maximum of 18 AAP credits. These credits can be applied toward the AAP CME/CPD Award available to Fellows and Candidate Members of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Application has been made to the American College of Emergency Physicians for ACEP Category 1 credit.

Application for CME credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians.Determination of credit is pending.

Physician Assistants
AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 18 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program.

Nurse Practitioners/Nurses
The ANCC contact hours awarded for completion of this conference are 18.

Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 21.6 contact hours.

Pharmacology Credit for Prescriptive Authority
A maximum of 2.75 hours in pharmacology credit for prescriptive authority may be earned by attending this educational conference. Sessions awarding pharmacology credit for prescriptive authority are denoted with an Rx in the schedule.

Our 18th Annual Spring Conference on Pediatric Emergencies focuses on the many challenges facing Pediatric and Emergency physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and nurses involved in the clinical care of children. The primary goal of this conference is to increase the knowledge and enhance the competence of attendees. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of the evidence-based topics presented.

Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs determined from the identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants; clinical expert input; Symposia Medicus’ online survey; and other medical and nursing data.

Conference format will include didactic lectures, smaller group breakout sessions, case studies, and question and answer sessions.

An outstanding faculty has been assembled for this conference. Each member was selected based on their individual area of expertise and ability to communicate current, evidence-based and practical information to participants.

You are sure to enjoy our 18th Annual Spring Conference on Pediatric Emergencies while sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues from across the country in the beautiful setting of St. Maarten.

Lance Brown, MD, MPH, FACEP, FAAP
Conference Co-Chairperson
Chief, Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine 
Professor, Emergency Medicine & Pediatrics
Department of Emergency Medicine
Loma Linda University Medical Center
& Children’s Hospital
Loma Linda, California

William Lutin, MD, PhD, FAAP, FACC
Professor of Pediatrics
Medical Director
Pediatric Echocardiography Laboratory
Director, Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship Training Program
Georgia Regents University
Children’s Hospital of Georgia
Augusta, Georgia

Deepak S. Patel, MD, FAAFP, FACSM
Director of Sports Medicine
Rush-Copley Family Medicine Residency
Assistant Professor, Rush Medical Center
Rush-Copley Sports Medicine &
Yorkville Primary Care
Aurora, Illinois

Maia S. Rutman, MD, FAAP, FACEP
Director of Pediatric Emergency Services
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Assistant Professor,
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Lebanon, New Hampshire

Ghazala Sharieff, MD, MBA, FACEP, FAAEM
Conference Co-Chairperson
Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Palomar - Pomerado Health System/California Emergency Physicians
Clinical Professor
University of California, San Diego
San Diego, California

St. Maarten is one of the most magnificent Caribbean islands. It is surrounded by beautiful blue water and white sand beaches, making it the perfect tropical getaway, and with its blend of French, Dutch, and Caribbean influences, this paradise island holds endless possibilities for adventures on both land and sea.

The smallest island in the world ever to have been partitioned between two different nations, Saint-Martin/Saint Maarten has been shared by the French and the Dutch in a spirit of neighborly cooperation and mutual friendship for almost 350 years. St. Maarten’s Dutch side is known for its festive nightlife, beaches, jewelry, exotic drinks, and plentiful casinos. The island’s French side is known for its outdoor markets and rich French and Indian Caribbean cuisine. Voted as one of the top 10 ‘Best Islands in the World’ by USNEWS.COM in 2013, St. Maarten is the island where you want to be.

The Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa, our conference location, is located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the Dutch side of the island. While relaxing in this paradise, you can shop to your heart’s content in the variety of boutiques and well-known shops in nearby Philipsburg (the shopping here is equal to or better than USVI); explore the extraordinary local beaches on the island; pamper yourself in the Hibiscus spa; roll the dice and try your luck at the casino; or, discover St. Maarten’s best scuba diving spots.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten’s capital, is approximately three miles from our conference resort and offers the combination of historical legacy with 21st century excitement. Visitors will find examples of the beautiful, traditional West Indian architecture, endless shops and restaurants, as well as casinos and local nightlife fun!

Whatever your pleasure, you’re sure to find it in St. Maarten, at our 18th Annual Spring Conference on Pediatric Emergencies.

Submission Info

 Symposia Medicus

Phone: 800-327-3161 or 925-969-1789

Fax: 925-969-1795