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Parenting with Empathy: Mastering Motivational Interviewing

Part Two
Join Holly in this episode of Pediatrics Now for Parents as she delves into the transformative practice of motivational interviewing with expert Dr. David Roberts. Discover how this unique approach can aid parents in effectively communicating with their children, addressing common parenting struggles, and nurturing intrinsic motivation in kids. Whether it's breaking down resistance or guiding adolescents towards healthier choices, motivational interviewing offers practical tools for parenting success. Tune in to learn strategies that not only support your child's growth and wellness but also foster a compassionate and respectful family environment.

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Meet your host:

Holly Wayment
Holly Wayment,
Host and Executive Producer, Pediatrics NOW

 

 

What is Motivational Interviewing and How Can it Help My Child?

Join Holly and Dr. David Roberts, a tenured associate professor of psychiatry at UT Health, as they dive into the transformative approach of motivational interviewing or M. I.

Discover how this technique empowers parents to help their children to make positive health choices by reflecting.  Whether it’s helping children with dietary challenges or adolescents navigating chronic conditions, motivational interviewing offers a unique way to foster meaningful communication. Dr. Roberts shares insights from 20 years of experience, shedding light on how anyone can harness these skills to facilitate lasting change. This is part one on motivational interviewing. In part two we’ll talk about how MI can help parents talk to their kids about chores. Could MI really work there?

Meet your host:

Holly Wayment
Holly Wayment,
Host and Executive Producer, Pediatrics NOW

 

 

Motivational Interviewing for the Busy Practitioner

FACULTY:
David Roberts, PhD is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. 

OVERVIEW:

In this episode, host and executive producer Holly Wayment dives into motivational interviewing (MI) with expert David Roberts, PhD. Discover how this gold-standard counseling approach can dramatically improve treatment adherence for pediatric practitioners. Dr. Roberts, a seasoned psychiatrist, shares his extensive experience in training over 3,000 healthcare professionals in MI.  Roberts has a new, more flexible way for busy practitioners to learn MI. 

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Learn how to implement motivational interviewing in busy practice settings.  With insights from real-world cases, this episode is a must-listen for practitioners eager to enhance patient engagement and foster behavioral change. 

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:

David Roberts, PhD has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
5/9/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

Mastering Customer Relations: A Pediatrician's Guide Inspired by PayPal

FACULTY:
Matthew Anderson, MBA is Vice President of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo. 

OVERVIEW:
In this episode of Pediatrics Now, host Holly Wayment engages in a captivating conversation with Matthew Anderson, VP of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo. Together, they explore the transformative lessons that pediatric practitioners can learn from customer service practices in the corporate world. Discover how fostering professionalism and empathy among medical teams enhances patient relationships and learn practical strategies for addressing sensitive topics such as financial discussions with grace. Anderson shares valuable insights on improving customer service in pediatrics, underscoring the power of incremental changes, relationship building, and transparent communication. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on creating a more patient-centered and harmonious pediatric practice.

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:

Matthew Anderson, MBA has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
5/2/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

What Can We Learn From a Dad of Five and VP of Customer Service for Paypal and Venmo

Join mother and host Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now for Parents as she talks with Matthew Anderson, a father of five and Vice President of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo. Anderson shares his personal experiences and offers valuable advice on navigating the overwhelming world of medical information, stressing the importance of partnering with healthcare professionals. He also discusses practical tips like maintaining a laminated medical history for efficiency during doctor visits. Anderson's inspiring mantra, "Come what may and love it," encourages embracing life's challenges as opportunities for growth. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about patience, partnership, and the resilient spirit required to care for children.

Meet your host:

Holly Wayment
Holly Wayment,
Host and Executive Producer, Pediatrics NOW

 

 

What Can We Learn About Compassion From the Head of Customer Service at PayPal and Venmo

FACULTY:
Matthew Anderson, MBA is Vice President of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo.

OVERVIEW:

Join host Holly Wayment on Pediatrics Now as she explores the intersection of medicine and customer service with Matthew Anderson, VP of Customer Service for PayPal and Venmo. Discover how principles from the corporate world can enhance patient care and communication in pediatric settings. Learn the significance of humanizing interactions and the critical components that can transform transactional activities into meaningful relationships. Matthew shares personal experiences and practical advice that empower practitioners and their medical teams.  Tune in and gain insights to revolutionize patient engagement and satisfaction. 

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Matthew Anderson, MBA has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
4/25/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

Don’t Miss It: Recognizing Abuse

FACULTY:
Natalie Kissoon, MD is an Associate Professor in the Division of Child Abuse Pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics at UT Health San Antonio and the Fellowship Program Director. 

OVERVIEW:
Host and Executive Producer Holly Wayment brings us this insightful child abuse talk by Dr. Natalie Kissoon, as she shares crucial insights into recognizing child abuse in pediatric care. This episode dives deep into case-based discussions, focusing on common signs of abuse such as unexplained bruises, sentinel injuries, and abusive head trauma. Dr. Kissoon emphasizes the importance of a thorough medical evaluation and offers practical guidance for identifying hidden patterns of maltreatment.

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers 

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:
Natalie Kissoon, MD has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the activity, with individual assessments of the participant and feedback to the participant, enables the participant to earn 0.75 MOC point in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
4/21/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

An Uncommon Food – Induced Clinical Syndrome

FACULTY:
Milind Pansare, MBBS, MD is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Central Michigan University and Children’s Hospital of Michigan.

OVERVIEW:
Join Host and Executive Producer Holly Wayment for this grand rounds episode for MOC credit.  We bring you a talk by Dr. Milind Pansare on FPIES, highlighting the crucial role of clinical awareness and research in combating this condition. Discover the clinical presentation, risk factors, and the significance of educational support for caregivers navigating this challenging syndrome. Join us for an informative session that seeks to empower medical professionals with knowledge about this critical pediatric health topic.

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:

Milind Pansare, MBBS, MD has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the activity, with individual assessments of the participant and feedback to the participant, enables the participant to earn 0.75 MOC point in the American Board of Pediatrics’ (ABP) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABP MOC credit

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
4/17/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

Surviving Pollen Season: Tips from Dr. Ed Brooks, Plus Periodic Fevers

FACULTY:
Edward G. Brooks, MD serves on the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program, Expert Panel 4. He's the chief of UT Health San Antonio's Pediatric Immunology and Infectious Disease Division, and he sees patients at UT Health San Antonio's Adult and Pediatric Allergy Clinic on Medical Drive and at University Hospital.  Dr. Brooks also sees rheumatology patients. 

OVERVIEW:
In this episode of Pediatrics Now, Holly Wayment welcomes back Dr. Edward Brooks as they dive into the best practices for managing tree pollen allergies and discussing the effectiveness of nasal steroids over antihistamines.

Dr. Brooks also sheds light on the phenomenon of periodic fevers in children, explaining the auto-inflammatory conditions associated with such fevers and how to distinguish them from other illnesses. They also explore various treatment options and the role of genetics in diseases like PFAPA and Mediterranean fever.

OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE:
Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers

DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS:

Edward G. Brooks, MD has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. 

The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests.

CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS:
The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE:
Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance.

Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation.

RELEASE DATE:
4/11/2025

EXPIRATION DATE:
8/31/2027

Busting Acne Myths: From Baby to Teen and Beyond

In this episode of Pediatrics Now for Parents, host Holly Wayment sits down with Dr. Emily Becker , a triple board-certified pediatric dermatologist and mother of four, to delve into the multifaceted world of acne. They explore the prevalence of acne beyond the teenage years, touching upon its occurrence in infants and adults. From understanding the hormonal influences to navigating common myths, Dr. Becker provides practical advice on how to manage acne across different age groups. The discussion examines the importance of early intervention, highlights various treatment options, and emphasizes the psychological impact of acne on children and teenagers. Tune in to discover actionable tips and the latest skincare insights to help your child maintain healthy skin and confidence.

Meet your host:

Holly Wayment
Holly Wayment,
Host and Executive Producer, Pediatrics NOW

 

 

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