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April 29th, 2015
"Osteoporosis in Children: Identifying Patients at Risk"
Anna Petryk, MD Associate Professor,
Division of Endocrinology,
Department of Pediatrics,
University of Minnesota
Objectives:
1. Recognize the importance of normal bone mineral acquisition during childhood and adolescence
2. Describe methods for assessing skeletal health
3. Discuss chronic diseases and exposures compromising bone health in children
4. Review guidelines for screening and treatment of low bone mass in children
To watch Pediatric Grand Rounds live online:
Click the link below on Wednesday at 12:15 PM, then enter your name,
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Pediatric Grand Rounds is presented for three purposes, to: · Recognize the important interdependence of research and patient care
· Describe evolving pathogenetic concepts and therapies for pediatric diseases
· Provide relevant in-depth review of important pediatric topics
The University of Minnesota is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACGME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Minnesota designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other health care professionals who participate in the CME activity may submit their Statements of Attendance to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. The participant is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education.
Grand Rounds Chairman: Dr. John Andrews
Grand Rounds Support: Danielle Hans 612-625-7202