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The Pediatrix® Neonatology Grand Rounds series addresses pertinent controversial issues that influence the clinical practice of newborn medicine. Webinars are held on the first Wednesday of every month from 4 to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
On Aug. 6, Paul Thornton, M.D., will discuss “Hypoglycemia in the Neonate: Management and Treatment.” Currently, there is a deficit of knowledge amongst the neonatal community regarding the physiology of transitional hypoglycemia and the etiology of the various forms of pathological hypoglycemia. This talk aims to address those gaps and guide the physician in the management of neonatal hypoglycemia.
In this session, we will:
- Understand the pathophysiology of transitional neonatal hypoglycemia.
- Differentiate physiological from pathological hypoglycemia.
- Understand the risk factors for perinatal stress hyperinsulinism.
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Dr. Paul Thornton is the medical director of the Endocrinology and Diabetes and Congenital Hyperinsulinism programs at Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth, Texas. He received his medical degree from University College Dublin in Dublin, Ireland. He completed his pediatric training in hospitals in Ireland, England and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and his endocrinology training at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He became an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in 1994. In 2003, he became the medical director of endocrinology and diabetes at Cook Children’s Medical Center. He is board-certified in Pediatric Endocrinology. Dr. Thornton's main clinical interest is improving the care for children with hypoglycemic disorders, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and patients with differences of sexual differentiation.
Please plan to join us for this important webinar and check out our catalog of previous webinars available on demand.
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