Iowa Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Meeting

Iowa City, IA US
September 18, 2026
Registration


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If you have questions, please email Kristina Seier.
 

Target Audience

Healthcare clinicians.

Agenda

All times listed are in Central Time. The agenda is subject to change.

TimeSession
12:00 pm

Registration

12:30 pm

Welcome

Kristina Seier, LMSW
Executive Director, Iowa Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics

12:40 pm

Iowa Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics Annual Meeting Updates and Celebration (Non-CME)

Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, FAAP
Infectious Disease Specialist, UnityPoint Health

1:00 pm

Advocacy Scholars Medical Student Recognition and Awards (Non-CME)

Kristina Seier, LMSW

1:15 pm

Infectious Disease Panel: ID Hot Topics 

Moderator: Dinah Conti, MD, FAAP, Pediatrician, UnityPoint Health

Panelists:

Nathan Boonstra, MD, FAAP
Pediatrician, UnityPoint Health

Lukasz Weiner, MD, FAAP
Infectious Disease Specialist, University of Iowa Health Care 
Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric-Infectious Diseases, The University of Iowa

Ana Maria Quintero Nunes, MD, FAAP
Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Des Moines

  • Describe emerging trends in pediatric infectious diseases, including recent outbreaks or changes in clinical guidelines.
  • Describe treatment protocols in complex or atypical pediatric infectious disease cases.
  • Recognize and combat misinformation while supporting autonomy of parents and caregivers.
2:00 pm

Pediatrician Well-Being

Burgundy Johnson, DO
Psychiatrist, University of Iowa Health Care

  • Describe current trends and key factors associated with pediatrician well-being.
  • Identify factors that can influence pediatrician well-being.
  • Discuss evidence-informed strategies for improving well-being.
2:25 pm

Sleep Medicine and Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sujana Madathil, MBBS, MHSc
Neurologist, University of Iowa Health Care 
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa

  • Identify common signs, symptoms, and risk factors for sleep disorders and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adolescents.
  • Describe appropriate screening and evaluation of adolescents with suspected OSA.
  • Recognize treatment options and indications for referral for adolescents with OSA.
3:00 pmBreak
3:30 pm

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Caregiver Resources

Kelly Pelzel, PhD
Pediatric Clinical Psychologist, ChildServe – Iowa City

  • Identify evidence-based resources and supports that pediatricians can provide to caregivers when autism is first suspected.
  • Describe practical guidance and community resources available to families during the waiting period for an autism diagnostic evaluation.
  • Apply knowledge of post-diagnosis resources to support caregivers following an autism diagnosis.
4:00 pm

Artificial Intelligence and Mitigating Burnout

Jason Misurac, MD, MS
Pediatric Nephrologist, University of Iowa Health Care 
Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics-Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation, The University of Iowa

  • Identify common causes and signs of burnout among pediatric clinicians and healthcare providers.
  • Describe ways artificial intelligence can be used to reduce administrative burden and support clinical practice.
  • Apply practical strategies to use AI effectively while maintaining patient safety, privacy, and clinical judgment.
4:25 pm

Childhood Obesity

Gabriel Castano-Heredia, MD, FAAP
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa

  • Identify common causes and signs of burnout among pediatric clinicians and healthcare providers.
  • Describe ways artificial intelligence can be used to reduce administrative burden and support clinical practice.
  • Apply practical strategies to use AI effectively while maintaining patient safety, privacy, and clinical judgment.
5:00 pm

AAP Community Advocacy Roadmap

Meredith Fishbane-Gordon, MD, FAAP
Pediatrician, University of Iowa Health Care 

Jessie Marks, MD, FAAP
Hospitalist, University of Iowa Health Care 
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, The University of Iowa

  • Identify common causes and signs of burnout among pediatric clinicians and healthcare providers.
  • Describe ways artificial intelligence can be used to reduce administrative burden and support clinical practice.
  • Apply practical strategies to use AI effectively while maintaining patient safety, privacy, and clinical judgment.
5:30 pm

Closing Remarks

Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, FAAP

5:45 pm Adjourn

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
  • 3.75 AOA Category 2­A
  • 3.75 CE Contact Hour(s)
Course opens: 
09/18/2026
Course expires: 
09/18/2026
Event starts: 
09/18/2026 - 12:30pm CDT
Event ends: 
09/18/2026 - 5:45pm CDT
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
0
The Graduate Hotel
210 S Dubuque Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
United States

Accreditation Statements

  • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 3.75 AOA Category 2-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
  • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS) through the joint providership of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) and Iowa Chapter American Academy of Pediatrics. DMU designates this live activity for 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • Nurses: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences has determined that this activity meets the requirements for 3.75 contact hours as defined by the Iowa Board of Nursing and Iowa Administrative Code 481-619.
  • Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Educational Grants

No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

Disclosures

The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, and devices discussed are investigational or unapproved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director determines the educational content and selects speakers. 

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individuals have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

  • Nathan Boonstra, MD, FAAP - Speaker
  • Ashleigh Burt, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
  • Dinah Conti, MD, FAAP - Moderator
  • Meredith Fishbane-Gordon, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member and Speaker
  • Burgundy Johnson, DO - Speaker
  • Rabia Khan, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
  • Sujana Madathil, MBBS, MHSc - Speaker
  • Jessie Marks, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member and Speaker
  • Jason Misurac, MD, MS - Speaker
  • Abimbola Olayinka, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
  • Ana Maria Quintero Nunes, MD, FAAP - Speaker
  • Kelly Pelzel, PhD - Speaker
  • Kristina Seier, LMSW - Activity Director
  • Amy Shriver, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
  • Julie Stecher, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated through peer review by individuals with no relevant financial relationships or through attestation to evidence-based clinical guidelines.

  • Gabriel Castano-Heredia, MD, FAAP - Speaker
    • Naevan Health
      • Consultant
        • The financial relationship has not ended.
        • The financial relationship is relevant to the educational content.
        • Intends to discuss off-label uses of the following commercial product(s)/device(s) and agrees to inform learners of such.
  • Ashlesha Kaushik, MD, MS, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
    • Merck
      • Speaker’s bureau
        • The financial relationship has not ended.
        • The financial relationship is not relevant to the educational content.
  • Marianka Pille, MD, FAAP - Planning Committee Member
    • Eli Lilly
      • Self-managed stock shareholder
        • The financial relationship has not ended.
        • The financial relationship is not relevant to the educational content.
    • Johnson and Johnson
      • Self-managed stock shareholder
        • The financial relationship has not ended.
        • The financial relationship is not relevant to the educational content.
  • Lukasz Weiner, MD, FAAP - Speaker
    • Shionogi
      • Grants or Research Support
        • The financial relationship ended in August 2025.
        • The financial relationship is not relevant to the educational content.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition. 

Available Credit

  • 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
  • 3.75 AOA Category 2­A
  • 3.75 CE Contact Hour(s)

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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If you have questions, please email Kristina Seier.