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DSMIG-USA Speaker Series for Health Care Professionals

October 2022 | Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group - USA - Continuing Education for Professionals

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Overview (from the DSMIG-USA website)

The Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group-USA (DSMIG-USA) Speaker Series consists of webinars and enduring materials designed to share knowledge and experience related to the care of children and adults with Down syndrome and clinical research related to Down syndrome. The intended audience includes primary care physicians, specialty physicians, advanced practice providers, psychologists, dietitians, occupational and physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, genetic counselors, research scientists, residents, and trainees. 

There is no cost. CME credit is available. 

Session I: Down Syndrome 101 and 202
Speakers: Peter Bulova, MD; Mary Stephens, MD, MPH
 
Session II: Adult Healthcare Guidelines
Speakers: Peter Bulova, MD; Brian Chicoine, MD; Bryn Gelaro, LSW
 
Session III: Behavioral Strategies in Down Syndrome: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Speakers: Lina Patel, PsyD and Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L
 
Session IV: Pediatric Guidelines
Speakers: Marilyn Bull, MD, FAAP
 
 
 

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