Upcoming Webinars
The Chapter has a number of webinars on various topics planned.
Please register and plan to attend with your colleagues.
CME Information*
The American Academy of Pediatrics – Georgia Chapter is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American Academy of Pediatrics – Georgia Chapter designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
EPIC® HPV Immunization Program (1.0 hr.)*+
Thursday, January 26, 2023
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Faculty
Iyabode (Yabo) Beysolow, MD, FAAP – Pediatrician
Chair EPIC Immunization Advisory Committee
EPIC® Immunization Program Trainer, Georgia AAP
Smyrna, GA
Upon completion of this program the attendee shall be able to:
• Discuss HPV-related disease prevalence in the U.S.
• Summarize HPV vaccination rates, nationally and in Georgia
• Evaluate current vaccination rates in an individual practice
• Formulate strategies to avoid missed HPV vaccination opportunities
• Apply communication strategies between providers and parents that facilitate HPV vaccination
For additional information regarding this webinar and to register click here.
2023 Coding Updates & How to Meet the Needs of Your Patients During Times of Surge
Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm EST
Faculty: Susan J. Kressly MD, FAAP
- Chair of the AAP Section on Administration and Practice Management
- Immediate Past Chair of the AAP Payer Advocacy Advisory Committee
- Founding Partner of Kressly Pediatrics
- Sanibel, FL – Temporary: Sea Isle City, NJ
Moderator:
Angela Highbaugh-Battle, MD, President, Georgia Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for physicians, practice managers, and other office-staff involved in coding, billing, or business operations.
EPIC® Vaccine
Hesitancy Immunization Program
(1.0 hr.)*+
Thursday, February 9, 2023 – 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Faculty
Barbara Turner, BSN, RN
EPIC® Immunization Advisory Committee Member
EPIC® Immunization Program Trainer, Georgia AAP
Atlanta, GA
Upon completion of this program the attendee shall be able to:
• Define 2 types of vaccine hesitancy
• Name 2 sources of vaccine misinformation
• Describe 2 consequences or potential results of vaccine hesitancy
• Describe 2 strategies providers can use to combat vaccine hesitancy
For additional information regarding this webinar and to register click here.
EPIC® Adolescent Immunization Program
(1.25 hrs.)*+
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Faculty:
Ralph Peeler III, MD
Georgia Chapter Immunization Representative, AAP
EPIC® Immunization Program Trainer, Georgia AAP
Sandy Springs, GA
Barbara Turner, BSN, RN
EPIC® Immunization Advisory Committee Member
EPIC® Immunization Program Trainer, Georgia AAP
Atlanta, GA
Upon completion of this program the attendee shall be able to:
• Name four vaccines recommended for adolescents
• Explain the importance of preventing these diseases in adolescents
• Discuss strategies practitioners can use to increase immunization rates in adolescents
• Examine parental hesitation regarding HPV vaccine for young adolescents
• List at least 2 reliable sources for immunization information
For additional information regarding this webinar and to register click here.
Continuing Education Units+
An application will be submitted to Georgia Nurses Association for approval to award contact hours.
Can I view recordings of previous webinars?
To view recordings of previous webinars, visit Here. Please note: Credits are only offered to those who attend the live event.
