Dear PES Members,
The month of July brought continued concerns regarding the practice of medicine and the conduct of scientific research. As I flew into the San Francisco airport a few weeks ago, I exited the plane into the Harvey Milk terminal, named after the first openly gay man to be elected to public office in California as a member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. He was assassinated on November 27, 1978, along with San Francisco Mayor George Moscone (after whom the San Francisco convention center is named). As I read more about him, two of his quotes resonated with me: “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness,” and “Rights are won only by those who make their voices heard.” We need to continue to advocate for our patients and our work to make our voices heard. To that end, PES will continue to partner with our sister societies in lobbying efforts. Please stand up for science in letter writing campaigns and ask your patients and their families to share their experiences with government officials, as personal stories often carry more weight.
Sincerely,
Laurie Cohen, MD
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Call for Nominations: PES Board of Directors
The Nominating Committee is now accepting nominations for open positions on the PES Board of Directors. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged—if you are interested in serving, we invite you to submit your own name for consideration.
Open Board Positions:
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- President-Elect (3-year commitment: President-Elect, President, Past President)
- Director (3-year term)
- Secretary (4-year term)
To view position descriptions, frequently asked questions, and details on the responsibilities of Board service, click here.
PES is committed to building a leadership team that reflects our diverse membership and promotes inclusion across race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and religion. We encourage nominations that represent the broad demographics of our community.
How to Submit a Nomination:
Please email nominations to Kanthi B. Krishna, MD, Chair of the Nominations Committee, at bangalorekrishnak2@upmc.edu.
Each nomination should include:
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- A brief statement (no more than one page) explaining why the individual would be a strong candidate
- Their institution and full contact information
Nominations Due: Friday, August 8, 2025
New Meds and Tech – Omnipod® 5 App Now Compatible with Dexcom G7
As of June 2025, the Omnipod® 5 App for iPhone is compatible with the Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) System and is available for download on the Apple App Store.
Prepared on behalf of PES Drugs and Therapeutics Committee by Casey Berman, MD, Emily Breidbat, MD, and Neha Patel, DO.
Member Spotlight
Congratulations to Laurie Cohen, MD for winning the prestigious Endocrine Society 2025 Women in Endocrinology Mentoring award! This award honors an individual whose scientific achievements are matched by their dedication to mentoring women in Endocrinology.
In Memoriam: John Lindsey Kirkland III
In Memoriam – John Lindsey Kirkland, III June 24, 1942 – July 5, 2025 – Pediatric Endocrine Society
2025 Board Review Course Materials Available
We are pleased to announce the availability of the 2025 PES Board Review Course materials!
The 2025 Board Review Course covers the topics included in the new ABP Pediatric Endocrine Content Outline and is now available for purchase. The Board Review Course took place live in National Harbor, MD May 13-15, 2025. The content was delivered as in-person lectures, followed by a live question and answer session addressing the previous lectures.
If you could not participate in person, no worries, you can now purchase access to the all the course materials:
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- Access to video files that capture the audio recordings of lectures, synchronized to the images of the slides presented.
- Full color pdf of all slides plus and any supplemental information from speakers that was not covered during the presentation.
You can watch the videos on your own time – and as many times as you need.
Click here for more information
Stay Connected with PES Events and Education
Check out the PES event calendar for the latest webinars, industry-sponsored symposia, committee meetings, and more. New opportunities are added regularly—be sure to visit often so you don’t miss a chance to build your skills and connect with fellow professionals. Visit the event calendar today!
Missed a recent webinar? No problem! You can catch up anytime by visiting our online education page to access past recordings at your convenience.
Industry Sponsored Symposium: Navigating CAH: An Interactive Case Study Approach for Pediatric Specialists
September 10, 2025 I 12:00pm EST
Sponsored by Medscape Education. Supported by an independent educational grant from Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) presents complex, lifelong challenges that impact patients’ quality of life—from growth suppression in children to long-term metabolic and psychological effects. This symposium offers clinicians a unique opportunity to build confidence in managing CAH, especially amid the emergence of innovative therapies that may reduce reliance on glucocorticoids. Gain insights into timely diagnosis, individualized treatment strategies, and optimizing care during critical transitions such as puberty and adulthood.
Join us to explore cutting-edge advances and improve outcomes for pediatric and adolescent patients living with this rare, often misunderstood condition. Empower your practice with the latest in CAH management.
FACULTY
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- Richard J. Auchus, MD, PhD, FACE, The James A. Shayman and Andrea S. Kevrick Professor of Translational Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Departments of Internal Medicine and Pharmacology, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Patricia Y. Fechner, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine, Medical Director, Seattle Children’s CAH Center of Excellence, Seattle, Washington
- Phyllis W Speiser, MD, Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Hempstead, New York
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants will:
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- Have greater competence related to
- Use of new therapeutic approaches to managing pediatric/adolescent patients with CAH
- Comprehensive care in pediatric/adolescent patients with CAH
- Timely diagnosis and management (including intensification or adjustment to pharmacologic management) in pediatric/adolescent patients with CAH
- Demonstrate greater confidence in their ability to
- Comprehensive management of CAH in the pediatric population
- Have greater competence related to
CME available.
For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.medscape.org/symposium/pediatric-cah
2025 Mission Alliance Partners – New Content in to MAP Spotlight
Meet the 2025 Mission Alliance Partners and check out the Spotlight page for new content.
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- Information about their company
- Product showcase/theaters (to include newly approved products, a new angle to or new summative information about existing products)
- Educational sessions (e.g. a symposium style session about rare conditions; associated clinical trials)
- Poster presentations and information about existing or new products such as guidance regarding product use or administration, and more!
2025 Laureate Awards & Lectures Nominations
Nominate a Deserving Colleague Today!
Deadline: October 10, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET
Help us recognize excellence in pediatric endocrinology by submitting a nomination for one of the following Laureate Awards:
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- Judson J. Van Wyk Prize
- New Investigator Award
- Clinician Award
- Educator Award
- Senior Researcher Award
- Outstanding PES Mentor Award
Lectureships:
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- The Del and Beverly Fisher Pediatric Endocrinology History Lectureship (offered in even years)
- Paul Kaplowitz, MD Endowed Lectureship
All nominations must be submitted via the online application form found on each individual award or lectureship page. Be sure to review the required nomination materials before beginning your submission.
For full details and to access nomination applications Visit this page
Fellow Spotlight: Jayde Hooven-Davis
Meet Jayde: July Fellow Spotlight – Jayde Hooven-Davis – Pediatric Endocrine Society
APP Spotlight: Jenny Sapolsky
Meet Jenny: July APP Spotlight – Jenny Sapolsky MSN, RN, FNP-BC, CDCES – Pediatric Endocrine Society
Health Systems Disparity Spotlight: The Intersection of Culture and Health Care
Submitted by Ambika Ashraf and Ilenne Fennoy
Read more: Health Systems Disparity Initiative – Pediatric Endocrine Society