Program Description: 

The goal of this conference is for endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, endocrine fellows, physician assistants, nurses, dietitians, nurse practitioners, PhD researchers, residents, and students to have a venue to learn a variety of clinical and basic science topics as well as recent benchmarks in the field for the benefit of improving patient care and research on a vast array of topics in Endocrinology.

Key Words: Endocrinology, Diabetes, Osteoporosis, Pituitary, Adrenal, Obesity

Target audience: 
  • Physicians
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Physician Assistants
  • Nurses
  • Pharmacists
Learning objectives: 

Participants who engage in this educational intervention will be able to:

  • Evaluate growth and development of the orofacial complex in children with common endocrine disorders and the possible dental side effects of medications prescribed for these conditions.
  • Communicate with dental offices for coordination of care if the patient requires general anesthesia for common procedures.
  • Communicate medical/dental concerns with dentists participating in the care of these patients.
  • Council patients/families on the need for routine dental care to improve both the medical and dental quality of life for these patients.

 

Faculty & credentials: 
Activity Director:
Catherine Zhang, MD
Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Molecular Medicine
 
Planning Committee:
Weiwen Chen, MBBS, PhD
Associate Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Molecular Medicine
 
Gilbert G. Fareau, MD
Associate Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Molecular Medicine
 
Beth M. Lalande, MD
Associate Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Molecular Medicine
 
Endocrine Grand Rounds Speaker:
Brian D. Hodgson, DDS
Professor, Chair, Department of General Dental Sciences, Marquette University School of Dentistry

 

In accordance with the ACCME® Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, Standard 3, all persons in control of content must disclose any relevant financial relationships. It is the policy of the Medical College of Wisconsin to identify, mitigate and disclose the absence or presence of all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies held by the speakers/presenters, authors, planners, and other persons who may influence content of this accredited continuing education. The following in control of content had no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

  • Weiwen Chen
  • Gilbert G. Fareau
  • Brian D. Hodgson
  • Beth M. Lalande
  • Catherine Zhang

 

Contact

Name: 
Angela Parish
Phone number: 
+1 (414) 955-6724
Email: 
[email protected]
Accreditation Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
 
Designation of Credit Statement:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 
Hours of Participation for Allied Health Professionals:
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to 1.0 hours of participation for continuing education for allied health professionals.
Session date: 
03/05/2026 - 3:55pm to 5:00pm CST
Location: 
Medical College of Wisconsin/WebEx
8701 Watertown Plank Rd.
Hub 6520
Milwaukee, WI 53226
United States
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  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
    AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • 1.00 Hours of Participation
    Hours of Participation credit.
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