Thursday February 6, 11:45AM – 12:15PM (Lunch Session)
Recent Updates in the Diagnosis and Management of XLH
An update on recent data and publications in the diagnosis and management of XLH.
Dr Leanne Ward MD FRCPC is a world-renowned Pediatric Endocrinologist and Researcher with a special interest in rare metabolic bone disease. She is currently a Professor at the Department of Pediatrics with cross-appointment to the Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa.
Dr. Leanne M. Ward MD FRCPC
Professor of Pediatrics,
Senior Research Chair in Pediatric Bone Disorders,
University of Ottawa
Medical Director, Pediatric Genetic and Metabolic Bone Disease Program
Friday February 7, 7:45AM – 8:15AM (Breakfast Session)
Should We Be Testing for and Encouraging Adult GH Replacement Prior to Transition?
In this session, participants will:
- Discuss the potential benefi ts of treatment of childhood-onset adult growth hormone deficiency
- Clarify how diagnosis of adult growth hormone defi ciency is made after cessation of childhood growth hormone treatment
- Review existing guidelines regarding transition of pediatric growth hormone deficiency patients and discuss our role as paediatric endocrinologists
Dr. Preetha Krishnamoorthy MDCM FRCPC
Associate Professor
McGill University
Pediatric Endocrinologist
The Montreal Children’s Hospital
Friday February 7, 13:15PM – 13:45PM (Lunch Session)
Sharing Personalized Strategies to Advance Pediatric Obesity Care
Join us in an ongoing, inspiring journey to enable pediatric obesity care. This session explores the HEAL program’s journey in pediatric weight management, the complexities of obesity as a chronic, relapsing and multifactorial disease, and the power of personalized care with an openness for audience interaction. Learn about how you can use genetic testing, multidisciplinary care, and advanced therapies, to empower and bring hope to families navigating the challenges of obesity with tailored solutions.
In this session, participants will:
- Share the HEAL (Healthy Eating, Activity, Lifestyle) Program’s evolving journey in pediatric weight management
- Look at personalized care strategies for diagnosing and treating rare genetic obesity
- Explore evidence-based approaches aimed at enhancing care for patients and families
Dr. Marina Ybarra MD MSc
Director, Pediatric Weight Management Program
London Health Sciences Centre – Children’s Hospital
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pediatrics, Western University