Growth Hormone Deficiency 2025: Diagnosis, Management & Evolving Therapies

Описание: This program is supported by an independent education grant from Novo Nordisk. This online education program has been designed solely for healthcare professionals in the USA. The content is not available for healthcare professionals in any other country.

Accreditation: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available for this education

Join leading GHD expert Prof. Sasigarn Bowden of Nationwide Children's Hospital for this live online teaching session as she provides an in-depth approach to evaluating and managing patients with growth hormone deficiency (GHD). This interactive case based session covers strategies for integrating clinical presentation, and genetic testing to differentiate GHD from other conditions with similar symptoms. Learn how to utilize appropriate diagnostic tests, collaborate with specialists for accurate diagnosis, and identify suitable candidates for transitioning from daily GH therapy to long-acting GH (LAGH) based on clinical criteria and patient needs. The session will include an interactive Q&A with Dr. Bowden.

Key Topics Covered:
Evaluating patients with suspected GHD using clinical, laboratory, and genetic testing
Differentiating GHD from other conditions to ensure accurate and timely diagnosis in pediatric patients
Interpreting diagnostic test results in the context of individual patient profiles
Collaborating with specialists to confirm diagnosis and streamline referrals for comprehensive care
Selecting appropriate candidates for transitioning from daily GH therapy to LAGH based on clinical criteria and patient needs

How to Claim Credit
Complete the Post-Test/Evaluation at the end of the event (we'll email it to participants and put it in the chat)
A link to your certificate & credit will be emailed to you

Sasigarn Bowden, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital and a clinical professor of pediatrics at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Chiang Mai University in Thailand, followed by pediatric training at Prince of Songkla University and the University of Tennessee. Dr. Bowden completed a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Board-certified in pediatrics and pediatric endocrinology, her clinical and research focus includes metabolic bone disorders, pediatric osteoporosis, growth, and diabetes. In addition to her clinical and research work, Dr. Bowden is actively involved in medical education, mentoring and teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. She contributes to educational and clinical initiatives at Nationwide Children's Hospital, helping to train the next generation of pediatric endocrinologists through hands-on teaching, lectures, and curriculum development.

Learning objectives
1. Evaluate patients with suspected GHD by integrating clinical presentation, laboratory findings, and genetic testing:
2. Differentiate GHD from other conditions with similar symptoms to ensure accurate and timely diagnosis in both pediatric and adult patients.
3. Utilize appropriate diagnostic tests and interpret the results in the context of each patient’s clinical profile. Collaborate with specialists, when needed, to confirm the diagnosis and streamline the referral process for comprehensive care.

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