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AAP Recommends HPV Vaccines for Males and Females
Human papillomaviruses (HPV) cause a large number of cancers of the mouth and throat, cervix and genital organs. HPV are the most common sexually transmitted viruses in the United States, and the highest prevalence of HPV infection is found in sexually active adolescents and young adults.
Dell Children's Adds, Expands Complex Care Programs
Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas is expanding to increase capacity, increase existing specialty care services and build new programs not currently available in Central Texas. The new tower project is underway and expected to be completed May 2013. Plans include the region’s first comprehensive inpatient rehabilitative care center for kids of all ages.
Austin Emergency Medicine Residency Program Approved to Begin in July
Austin’s first emergency medicine residency program will begin in July with eight residents based at University Medical Center Brackenridge, helping to train the next generation of emergency physicians and enhancing Austin’s reputation as a center for medical education and research.
Legislative Update
As pediatricians and pediatric healthcare professionals, we advocate for children's health on a daily basis in our careers. As the co-chair of the Texas Pediatric Society Legislative Committee, I would also urge us to understand our state's legislative process and the potential impact on our state's children.
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Upcoming Events
The Pediatric Alliance Dinner & Lecture Series Continues!
Thursday, May 10, 2012Please join us for Dr. Mark Brown's lecture: A Clinical Overview of Acute Otitis Externa, Acute Otitis Media with Tympanostomy Tubes and CiproDex Otic
Fleming's at The Domain
11600 Century Oaks Terrace Austin, 78758
Space is limited and reservations are strongly encouraged. Please contact Elizabeth Kane for more information or to reserve your spot today.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Seton Medical Center Williamson Pediatric Grand Rounds
Wednesday, June 6, 201212:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Seton Williamson, Learning Center 3
201 Seton Parkway, Round Rock 78665
Seton Williamson, Learning Center 3
201 Seton Parkway, Round Rock 78665
Please join us for Dr. Robert Mignacca's update on Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Mignacca has recently joined the Dell Children's team as part of the 'Specially for Children staff.
All are welcome. Lunch will be served. Reservations are not required, but are appreciated. Please contact Elizabeth Kane for more information.
Texas Injury & Violence Prevention Conference
June 20-22, 2012Seton Administrative Offices
St. Vincent de Paul Auditorium
1345 Philomena St.
Austin, TX 78723
Learn from state and national experts on injury and violence prevention. This conference is focused on providing attendees with training on the Core Competencies for injury and violence prevention work at all levels. Whether you are building a coalition in your community, conducting an educational initiative, researching injury in your region, or advocating for policy change, this conference will offer valuable learning opportunities. Skill-building workshops will focus on evidence based strategies, data resources program planning and implementation, evaluation, and advocating for policy change.
National Epilepsy Conference
July 6-7, 2012Austin, Texas
Join us as we examine current practices and innovations in epilepsy care. Our world-renowned speakers will cover a wide range of topics including anti-epileptic drugs, epilepsy surgery, quality of life and the business infrastructure necessary to provide quality, value driven care to the patient. If you are a provider, researcher or administrator who would like to learn how to build a better epilepsy program or a PCP, Pediatrician, Neurologist, Neurosurgeon, APN or PA who treats patients with epilepsy and would like to learn how to better treat these patients; this conference is for you!