For Healthcare Professionals

Edward Novotny, MD, Professor of Neurology, Pediatrics, Radiology (Adj.) and Neurosurgery (Adj.), UW ; Director, Epilepsy Program, Seattle Children's Hospital Alvord, Gerlich and Rhodes Family Endowed Chair in Pediatric Epilepsy

Thomas Brogan, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, UW; Associate Clinical Director, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit; Clinical Co-Director, Patient Transport; Associate Director, ECMO Services, Seattle Children’s

Sarah Ringold, MD, Acting Assistant Professor, Pediatrics, UW; Rheumatology, Seattle Children’s

Taresa Crisler, Respiratory Care Therapist II, Respiratory Care Unit, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle WA

The AHA 2012 edition online HeartCode PALS Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills who has class-time limitations. It is a good option for PALS renewal and experienced providers practicing PALS in their daily work. Learn more at OnlineAHA.org for operating system requirements for computer simulation analysis to successfully pass HeartCode PALS Part 1 online and produce the Certificate of Completion required to attend the Part 2 in-class Skills Test.

HeartCode PALS provides Part 1 online self-paced learning, interactive case simulation and written exam. Part 2 in-class skills session tests team leader and team member skills using case scenarios. Part 1 online key code is included in fee. If you already purchased a key code directly from OnlineAHA.org, print your certificate and register for Part 2 in-class for a discounted fee. Attend the in-class HeartCode PALS Part 2 Skills Test session facilitated by our PALS Training Center faculty.

The PALS Renewal Update course is for AHA PALS Providers with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued.

The one-day PALS Provider course is designed for the experienced healthcare provider who has a firm knowledge base of assessment and management of respiratory failure and shock and cardiac rhythm disturbances with advanced resuscitation of infants and children. Practice skills in advanced airway management, vascular access, performance of basic life support, cardiac rhythm recognition and electrical and medical therapy. Recommended audience: Physicians and advanced-practice health professionals (ARNP, PA, CRNA).

The two-day Provider course is for healthcare providers taking the PALS course for the first time, or for those whose PALS Provider status has expired.

The AHA 2012 edition online HeartCode PALS Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills who has class-time limitations. It is a good option for PALS renewal and experienced providers practicing PALS in their daily work. Learn more at OnlineAHA.org for operating system requirements for computer simulation analysis to successfully pass HeartCode PALS Part 1 online and produce the Certificate of Completion required to attend the Part 2 in-class Skills Test.

HeartCode PALS provides Part 1 online self-paced learning, interactive case simulation and written exam. Part 2 in-class skills session tests team leader and team member skills using case scenarios. Part 1 online key code is included in fee. If you already purchased a key code directly from OnlineAHA.org, print your certificate and register for Part 2 in-class for a discounted fee. Attend the in-class HeartCode PALS Part 2 Skills Test session facilitated by our PALS Training Center faculty.

The two-day Provider course is for healthcare providers taking the PALS course for the first time, or for those whose PALS Provider status has expired.

The PALS Renewal Update course is for AHA PALS Providers with an issue date not exceeding two years through the end of the month in which the card was issued.

Studies in Pediatric Liver Transplantation (SPLIT) is a community of pediatric hepatologists, transplant surgeons, research coordinators, nurse coordinators and other health professionals across the United States and Canada working together to advance knowledge in pediatric liver transplantation. SPLIT was started in 1995 and has evolved from a research registry into a multifaceted organization focused on improving outcomes for children receiving liver transplantation.

Program highlights for this two-day conference will include biostatistical expertise in the analysis of long-term registry and databases; technology to improve adherence; computer modeling to improve transplant listing decisions; and surgical simulation and 3D modeling to benefit transplantation.

Robert Deisher Adolescent Medicine Lecture

Abigail English, JD, Director for the Center for Adolescent Health and the Law

Studies in Pediatric Liver Transplantation (SPLIT) is a community of pediatric hepatologists, transplant surgeons, research coordinators, nurse coordinators and other health professionals across the United States and Canada working together to advance knowledge in pediatric liver transplantation. SPLIT was started in 1995 and has evolved from a research registry into a multifaceted organization focused on improving outcomes for children receiving liver transplantation.

Program highlights for this two-day conference will include biostatistical expertise in the analysis of long-term registry and databases; technology to improve adherence; computer modeling to improve transplant listing decisions; and surgical simulation and 3D modeling to benefit transplantation.

This 3-day scientific and educational event will be a unique opportunity for the pediatric heart transplant community to come together to learn, exchange ideas, and network. The program will provide important fundamental didactic information, as well as the latest updates in the field of pediatric heart transplantation for practitioners at all levels and varied practice settings. It will highlight current controversies and spotlight the latest science and innovation that are close to clinical application. Please plan to join us and be part of the conversation.

Northwest Mother’s Milk Bank presents the first annual Seattle Human Milk Donor Symposium, co-sponsored by Seattle Children’s Outreach Education. Human donor milk has quickly become a standard of care in NICUs across the Pacific Northwest and is growing internationally. This is an exciting opportunity to learn more from the top experts in the field about the best practices locally and milk banking globally.

Arlene V. Drack, MD, Ronald V. Keech, MD, Associate Professor in Ophthalmic Genetics Director, Pediatric Electroretinogram Service; Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences; Associate Professor of Pediatrics; University of Iowa

This five-hour course will educate healthcare professionals to prepare, practice and prevent airway emergencies in a child with a tracheostomy. Participants will be actively engaged in an immersive educational experience in a safe environment for learners to ask questions, refine their skills and practice emergency care through return demonstration and simulation scenario-based learning.

This four-day meeting is designed to provide up-to-date practice management, clinical best practices and quality improvement for healthcare providers. The curriculum includes lectures, interactive workshops and opportunities to discuss issues with experts.

Anjanette Allard, MN, RN, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Medical Unit, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA Sarah Caufield, BSN, RN, Medical Staff Services, Seattle Children’s Hospital

The AHA 2012 edition online HeartCode PALS Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills who has class-time limitations. It is a good option for PALS renewal and experienced providers practicing PALS in their daily work. Learn more at OnlineAHA.org for operating system requirements for computer simulation analysis to successfully pass HeartCode PALS Part 1 online and produce the Certificate of Completion required to attend the Part 2 in-class Skills Test. 

HeartCode PALS provides Part 1 online self-paced learning, interactive case simulation and written exam. Part 2 in-class skills session tests team leader and team member skills using case scenarios. Part 1 online key code is included in fee. If you already purchased a key code directly from OnlineAHA.org, print your certificate and register for Part 2 in-class for a discounted fee. Attend the in-class HeartCode PALS Part 2 Skills Test session facilitated by our PALS Training Center faculty.

The AHA 2012 edition online HeartCode PALS Part 1 is perfect for the experienced pediatric healthcare provider with savvy computer simulation skills who has class-time limitations. It is a good option for PALS renewal and experienced providers practicing PALS in their daily work. Learn more at OnlineAHA.org for operating system requirements for computer simulation analysis to successfully pass HeartCode PALS Part 1 online and produce the Certificate of Completion required to attend the Part 2 in-class Skills Test. HeartCode PALS provides Part 1 online self-paced learning, interactive case simulation and written exam. Part 2 in-class skills session tests team leader and team member skills using case scenarios. Part 1 online key code is included in fee. If you already purchased a key code directly from OnlineAHA.org, print your certificate and register for Part 2 in-class for a discounted fee. Attend the in-class HeartCode PALS Part 2 Skills Test session facilitated by our PALS Training Center faculty.

This highly practical course will provide current information on the most up-to-date best practices for common pediatric dermatology issues seen in primary care. The curriculum includes lectures with an opportunity to discuss specific cases and issues with clinical experts.

The Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) Provider Course is designed to increase the pediatric healthcare provider’s knowledge and skills necessary to assess early signs of respiratory failure and shock, provide early emergent interventions and alert the appropriate Advanced Life Support (ALS) response team.

PEARS is for healthcare providers such as medical and surgical nurses, school nurses, homecare nurses, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and any other healthcare provider who infrequently sees critically ill infants and children.

The one-day PEARS Provider course is for healthcare providers taking the PEARS course for the first time, or for those whose PEARS Provider status has expired. The content taught in the course includes pediatric assessment; recognition and management of respiratory problems; recognition and management of shock; recognition and management of cardiac arrest; and resuscitation team concept.

This 8-hour class is intended to be a resource for nurses preparing to take the pediatric nursing certification exam. The course will provide an overview of content specific to pediatric nursing including growth and development, health promotion and disease prevention, as well as illness management for chronic and acute conditions.