Ear Infections Part One: Otitis Media

Ear Infections Part One: Otitis Media Episode 2: Ear Infections https://cmetracker.net/UTHSCSA/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/10097856   FACULTY: Erica Sher, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at UT Health San Antonio.  Nadine Haykal, MD is an Assistant Professor with the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.    OVERVIEW: In this episode, host Holly Wayment from UT Health San Antonio's Department of Pediatrics is joined by Dr. Erica Sher and Dr. Nadine Haykal, pediatric ENT specialists with University Health , to delve into the complexities of diagnosing and treating pediatric ear infections. Our experts share their journeys into pediatric ENT, highlight the importance of compassionate care, and provide practical advice for managing ear infections. They discuss the challenges of diagnosing ear infections, the appropriate use of antibiotics, and the criteria for referring patients to specialists. This episode also covers guidelines for treatment, the role of tympanometry, and the importance of distinguishing between otitis media and eustachian tube dysfunction. Here are some guidelines.   OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS: Erica Sher, MD and Nadine Haykal, MD have no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. The Pediatric Grand Rounds Planning Committee (Deepak Kamat, MD, PhD, Steven Seidner, MD, Daniel Ranch, MD and Elizabeth Hanson, MD) has no financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. The UT Health Science Center San Antonio and Deepak Kamat, MD course director and content reviewer for the activity, have reviewed all financial disclosure information for all speakers, facilitators, and planning committee members; and determined and resolved all conflicts of interests. CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION STATEMENTS: The UT Health Science Center San Antonio is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The UT Health Science Center San Antonio designates this live activity up to a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE: Healthcare professionals will receive a certificate of attendance and are asked to consult with their licensing board for information on applicability and acceptance. Credit may be obtained upon successful completion of the activity’s evaluation. RELEASE DATE: 9/13/2024  EXPIRATION DATE: 8/31/2027