Through expert presentations and collaborative discussions, the symposium provides practical strategies, cutting-edge research, and innovative approaches to improve patient outcomes and advance clinical practice.

As the PICU shifts toward benzodiazepine-sparing strategies to reduce delirium and withdrawal, many centers have embraced alternatives like dexmedetomidine, ketamine, and clonidine. But with rising concerns about polypharmacy, tolerance, and agitation, it's worth asking — have we gone too far? This session will explore evolving sedation practices, pharmacologic risks, and the pharmacist’s role in balancing safety, comfort, and recovery.

Hypertriglyceridemia induced acute pancreatitis is a severe condition patients can present with to the hospital with limited pharmacotherapy. Treatment strategies typically involve costly and invasive modalities. Most pharmacotherapy options require days to weeks to take effect and do not achieve the quick resolution that is medically desired. Intravenous insulin has been shown to adequately and quickly reduce triglycerides in this patient population. However, many clinicians are concerned since...

Virtual continuing education and professional development exploring the critical intersection of mental health and youth sports, specifically within the teenage demographic. This presentation examines the unique demands placed on young athletes while providing evidence-based mental skills and practical strategies for application.

This presentation will provide an overview of sports cardiology, focusing on the incidences and causes of sports0related sudden cardiac arrest and death, the benefits and limitations of ECG screening, and the critical role of emergency action plans (EAPs) and AEDs in improving athlete safety and preparedness.

This presentation will explore the concept of alternative method for treatment of ankle sprains.