Preventing Drowning and Advancements in Reducing Brain Damage: A Conversation with Dr. Ted Wu

Preventing Drowning: A Conversation with Dr. Ted Wu FACULTY: Ted Wu, MD is one of the pediatric cardiac intensivists and the medical director of the PICU at University Hospital.  His research interest include pediatric resuscitation medicine and the use of simulation for pediatric procedures.   OVERVIEW: In this episode of "Pediatrics Now," host Holly Wayment returns with Dr. Ted Wu to discuss the critical issue of unintentional injuries in children, focusing on drowning prevention. Dr. Wu emphasizes the importance of assigning a designated observer for children playing in water during summer to prevent drowning accidents, sharing insights from his extensive experience in pediatric critical care.   Listeners will also learn about advancements in treating post-cardiac arrest in children, exploring the therapeutic use of hypothermia to improve neurological outcomes and the ongoing research in targeted temperature management.   Additionally, this episode highlights the significant impact pediatric practitioners have in preventing such tragedies by offering anticipatory guidance to families. Tune in for essential tips on keeping kids safe and how pediatric practitioners are playing a crucial role in that.   OVERALL LEARNING OBJECTIVE: Increased awareness and education for pediatric providers DISCLOSURE TO LEARNERS: Ted, Wu, MD has 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 0.50 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: 7/8/2025 EXPIRATION DATE: 8/31/2027