Sixth Penn State Health International Conference on
PEDIATRIC ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA Medical, Forensic, and Scientific Advances & Prevention
Thursday & Friday, June 29–30, 2017 31 Woodfin Street, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801
A continuing education service of Penn State College of Medicine
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The Sixth International Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma Conference will bring together clinicians (phys-icians and nurses), social workers, researchers, forensic scientists, engineers and others from a wide range of disciplines to share their research efforts, discuss research challenges and controversies in this field, and develop cross-disciplinary collaborations to further advance our understanding of abusive
head injuries.
OverviewAbusive head injuries remain a significant medical and social problem in society. Significant progress
has been made in our understanding of the presentation, radiographic features, pathology, and biomechanics of these injuries over the past four decades. Despite this progress, a number of
controversies remain, and much more research is needed.
A broad range of disciplines, including clinicians, engineers and forensic and basic scientists, are working to advance knowledge in this field. Unfortunately, these disciplines often work in isolation, each bringing their own points of view, research methodology, and even technical language to the
problem. Interdisciplinary collaboration is infrequent, and research is often fragmented and uncoordinated.
The only international event of its type, this conference will be scientific, peer-reviewed, and medically focused. Health-care professionals are encouraged to consider current research and “pearls of
practice” that would be appropriate for abstract submission.
Anticipated OutcomesUpon completion of this program, participants should be able to:
Interpret findings from studies related to pediatric abusive head trauma (AHT) from a broad range of disciplines
Evaluate ongoing controversies related to pediatric AHT
Promote intercollegial AHT research across disciplines
AudienceThis conference provides a unique opportunity to bring together clinicians (physicians and nurses), social workers, researchers, forensic scientists, engineers, and others from a wide range of disciplines to share their research efforts, discuss research challenges and controversies in this field, and develop
cross disciplinary collaborations to further advance our understanding of abusive head injuries.
CreditPenn State College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical
Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Penn State College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation
in the activity.
It is our policy to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of our educational programs. Faculty and course directors have disclosed relevant financial relationships with commercial companies, and Penn State has a process in place to resolve any conflict of interest. Complete faculty
disclosure will be provided to program participants at the beginning of the activity.
Shannon Carpenter, MD, MSProfessor of PediatricsSection Chief, HematologyChildren’s Mercy HospitalKansas City, MO
Mary Case, MDProfessor of PathologyChief Medical ExaminerSt. Louis University Health Sciences CenterSt. Louis, St. Charles, Jeffersonand Franklin CountiesSt. Louis, MO
Arabinda Kumar Choudhary, MD, MRCP, FRCRChair of Department of Medical ImagingAI DuPont Hospital for ChildrenWilmington, DE
Benjamin Ellis, PhDResearch Assistant ProfessorDepartment of Bioengineeringand Scientific Computing and Imaging InstituteUniversity of UtahSalt Lake City, UT
David Limbrick, MD, PhDProfessor, Neurological SurgeryProfessor, PediatricsChief, Pediatric NeurosurgeryNeurosurgeon-in-ChiefSt. Louis Children’s HospitalSt. Louis, MO
Valerie Maholmes, PhD, CASChief, Pediatric Trauma and Critical Illness BranchEunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human DevelopmentBethesda, MD
Glen Sandberg, MDCOL, MC, USA (Ret.)Forensic NeuropathologistHarris County Institute of Forensic SciencesHouston, TX
Planning CommitteeMark S. Dias, MD, FAAP, FAANSProfessor of Neurosurgery and Pediatrics
Vice Chair, Neurosurgery EducationChief of Pediatric NeurosurgeryPenn State Children’s Hospital
Lori Frasier, MDProfessor of Pediatrics and Chief, Child Abuse Pediatrics
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Kelly Cappos, BSN, RN, CBISPennsylvania Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Program
Nurse Coordinator
Margaret Clanagan CME Conference Coordinator
Penn State College of Medicine
Faculty
Thursday, June 29, 20177 a.m.–4 p.m.
7:00 Check In, Materials and Continental Breakfast
8:00 Welcome and Introductory RemarksMark S. Dias, MD, FAAP, FAANS
8:15 NIH Priorities in Traumatic Brain Injury and AHTValerie Maholmes, PhD, CAS
9:00 Practical Management of Severe AHT: Current ConceptsDavid Limbrick, MD, PhD
9:45 Break
10:00 Hematologic Evaluation of Infants and Children with Intracranial HemorrhageShannon Carpenter, MD, MS
Q&A with Morning Presenters
11:15 Scientific Session 1Abstract Presentations
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Scientific Session IIAbstract Presentations
2:30 Break
2:45 Scientific Session IIAbstract Presentations
4:00 Adjournment
Friday, June 30, 20177 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
7:00 OPTIONAL BREAKFAST SEMINAR Round-Table Discussion: Review and Critique of the Swedish Report Moderator: Mark S. Dias, MD, FAAP, FAANS
8:15 MINI-SYMPOSIUMThe Neck in AHT AnatomyMark S. Dias, MD, FAAP, FAANS
Pathology of Cervical Spine and Spinal Cord InjuriesGlenn Sandberg, MD
9:45 Break
10:00 MINI-SYMPOSIUM cont.Radiology of Neck Injury in AHTArabinda Kumar Choudhary, MD, MRCP, FRCR
Biomechanics of the Pediatric Craniocervical JunctionBenjamin Ellis, PhD
Q&A with Morning Presenters
11:45 Lunch
12:45 Scientific Session IIIAbstract Presentations
2:45 Break
3:00 KEYNOTE Patterns of Axonal Injury in Young Children with Hypoxic-Ischemic EncephalopathyMary Case, MD
4:15 Concluding RemarksMark S. Dias, MD, FAAP, FAANS
4:30 Evaluation and Adjournment
Program
AccommodationsAccommodations are the responsibility of the participant.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the:
Renaissance Asheville Hotel31 Woodfin St.
Asheville, NC 28801
DeadlineMay 28, 2017
Rate $174/deluxe room with complimentary hotel parking and internet
Rooms reserved after this date are at regular rates and based on availability.
Reservations Call: 1-800-468-3571
Group NamePenn State Pediatric
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All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card, refundable up to 24 hours prior to arrival without penalty.
The hotel will not hold any reservations unless secured by one of these methods. If a reservation is cancelled within 24 hours of arrival, one night’s room/tax will be charged.
FeesIncludes: Breakfast • Instruction • Refreshments • Lunch
Early-Bird Registration – Before June 1, 2017 After June 1, 2017: $425 Physicians/PhDs $475 Physicians/PhD $200 Others $250 Others
Registrations received after July 8, 2015, will incur a $50 late fee.
Cancellation Policy Cancellations received later than: No refunds after: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 Monday, June 26, 2017 will incur a $25 processing fee
The University reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course or activity because of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. Please provide a cell phone number so we can reach you in the event of last-minute changes or cancellation. If a program is canceled or postponed, the University will refund registration fees but cannot be held responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges assessed by airlines or travel agencies. Preregistered
participants will be notified if a program is filled or canceled.
AccessPenn State encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access
provided, please contact Continuing Education at least one week prior to your visit.
RegistrationRegister online using COMPASS, our registration and records system. New users are required to set
up an account, which will provide access to your CE certificates and conference materials.
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Questions? Call 717-531-6483 Email [email protected]
Mail Registrar, College of Medicine Continuing Education, G220 P. O. Box 851, Hershey, PA 17033-0851
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