NASPGHAN Celebrates Women’s History Month
NASPGHAN is proud to celebrate the continued contributions made by our female members!
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Bowel Sounds Ep. 12: Jacob Langer – Hirschsprung Disease for the Pediatric GI
In this episode, Dr. Peter Lu and Dr. Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Jacob Langer about Hirschsprung disease, including how to diagnose and treat the child with Hirschsprung disease who continues to struggle with constipation or fecal incontinence after surgery. Dr. Langer is a pediatric surgeon and for many years was the Chief of General
read more Bowel Sounds Ep. 11: Miranda van Tilburg – Behavioral Treatment of Functional Abdominal Pain
In this episode, Drs. Temara Hajjat and Jason Silverman talk to Dr. Miranda van Tilburg about the behavioral treatment of functional abdominal pain. We discuss issues of pain perception, pain coping and maladaptive responses to pain. We also discuss some research-informed behavioral interventions to help treat children with FAP. Dr. van Tilburg needs is a
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2023 Medical Student Mentored Summer Research Program
The deadline for submission is March 15, 2023. Application Form Purpose: To develop a program at multiple sites throughout the U.S. and Canada through which medical students can have 10-week research experience under the mentorship of basic or clinical scientists with a research focus in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, or nutrition. Candidates: Students in good standing
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NASPGHAN Celebrates Tanisha Richards, N.P. During Black History Month
To recognize Black History Month, NASPGHAN would like to highlight Tanisha Richards, NP, a member of APGNN, an identical twin, wife, and mother to an amazing daughter.
read more Bowel Sounds Ep. 10: Hannibal Person – Why Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Matters in Peds GI
In this episode, Dr. Temara Hajjat and Dr. Peter Lu speak with Dr. Hannibal Person about Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Dr. Person is a pediatric gastroenterologist at the University of Washington School of Medicine and the Medical Director of the Gut-Brain Health Program at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Learning Objectives: To discuss the definition of
read more Bowel Sounds Ep. 9: Joel Rosh – Pediatric IBD Treatment Beyond Anti-TNFs
In this episode, Dr. Peter Lu and Dr. Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Joel Rosh about the latest advances in pharmacologic treatment of pediatric inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Rosh is Chief of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Liver Diseases and Nutrition at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, Northwell Health. He is a national board member for the Crohn’s and
read more Bowel Sounds Ep. 8: John Fortunato – POTS, Dysautonomia, and Pediatric GI
In this episode, Dr. Peter Lu and Dr. Jason Silverman talk to Dr. John Fortunato about orthostatic intolerance, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), dysautonomia, and why we are seeing these issues more and more often in our GI practices. Dr. Fortunato is Director of the Neurointestinal and Motility Program at Lurie Children's Hospital and Professor
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NASPGHAN 50th Anniversary History Project
View the celebratory I am NASPGHAN video. NASPGHAN celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2022. The occasion highlighted the Society’s history with a timeline detailing the seminal events that have made NASPGHAN into the organization it is today. Professor Jim Heubi proposed that a concerted effort be made to develop a comprehensive, yet concise history of
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Children with Cholestatic Liver Disease: Nutrition
NEW WEBINAR! Children with Cholestatic Liver Disease: Nutrition January 11, 2023 8PM ET Children with cholestatic liver diseases have unique nutritional requirements. Without bile reaching their intestines, they often suffer from fat-malabsorption and associated consequences. As a result, they require formulas with special fat preparations, as well as intensive monitoring to ensure adequate growth. They also
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