Dear PES membership,
I am reflecting on our successful and enthusiastic annual meeting a few weeks ago in this last installment of the President’s newsletter that I will pen. The excellent programming, exchange of information, and the overall spirit of the gathering portends well for the future of the society and the continued success of these meetings. Clinical as well as research-related programs allowed for an appeal to many members. The NIH participation at both the symposium level as well as the informal dialogue hour that Ellen Lescheck offered was invaluable to some.
Another important takeaway from the meeting was the announcement of two new research grants, thanks to the generous gifts of Dr. Fima Lifshitz (directed to junior faculty) and the Human Growth Foundation (directed to fellows). The overall directions for these grant applications are being formalized and will appear on the website soon. In addition, the descriptions of all the major research grants are being updated and standardized as to facilitate the overall application process next fall. Given the expertise of the Research Affairs Committee, grant applications will be reviewed under their leadership.
For those engaged in Research Training Grants, please note the upcoming live webinar on June 5, related to changes in the grant application process:
Webinar – Updates to NIH Institutional Training Grant Applications Wondering about the implications for your application preparation? See: https://nexus.od.nih.gov/all/2024/05/15/webinar-updates-to-nih-institutional-training-grant-applications/
I would like to take this final opportunity to encourage participation in the society’s journal, Hormone Research in Paediatrics. PES has substantial representation on the editorial board already, and as openings arise, your input would be most welcome. Participation at this level is a wonderful opportunity to stay abreast of new developments in the field, and to make international connections. I bring to your attention two particularly useful pieces in the current issue, and another in press, all accessible to members at no charge, through the PES website:
Conlon TA, Hawkes CP, Brady JJ, Loeber JG, Murphy N. International Newborn Screening Practices for the Early Detection of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. Horm Res Paediatr. 2024;97(2):113-125. doi: 10.1159/000530754. Epub 2023 May 15. PMID: 37231960
Improda N, Moracas C, Mattace Raso G, Valente V, Crisci G, Lorello P, Di Mase R, Salerno M, Capalbo D. Vascular Function and Intima-Media Thickness in Children and Adolescents with Growth Hormone Deficiency: Results from a Prospective Case-Control Study. Horm Res Paediatr. 2024;97(2):140-147. doi: 10.1159/000531473. Epub 2023 Jun 8. PMID: 37290420
Grob F, Brown A, Zacharin M. Neurodevelopmental follow-up of children born to mothers with Graves’ disease and neonatal hyperthyroidism. Horm Res Paediatr. 2024 May 8. doi: 10.1159/000539268. Online ahead of print. PMID: 38718776
We are also celebrating two PES/HRP awardees (see announcement below).
In closing, I offer my sincere appreciation for having had the chance to serve this important society and am looking forward to Mark’s leadership as we move through another busy year.
Best to all,
Tom Carpenter, MD
Annual Meeting Highlights: Check out our Photo Gallery!
PES Annual Meeting – Pediatric Endocrine Society (pedsendo.org)
Online Education
Calling all Medical Students!
SEED is a novel interactive session series that aims to enhance clinical learning for medical students and increase their exposure to pediatric endocrinology.
Student Endocrinology Exposure Development (SEED) Webinar: Pediatric Thyroid Disease
Thursday, June 13, 2024 @ 1:00 PM EST
This lecture will cover a range of topics, including the anatomy and function of the thyroid gland in children, common thyroid disorders seen in pediatric patients, diagnostic methods such as blood tests and imaging studies, and treatment options including medication, surgery, and radioactive iodine therapy. We will discuss the importance of early detection and management of thyroid disorders in children to prevent complications such as growth delays, developmental delays, and metabolic disturbances.
Learning Objectives:
- Review thyroid hormone synthesis
- Understand the most common causes of thyroid disease in infants and children and its management
- Understand when to screen for thyroid disease
Speaker: Doris Fadoju, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Visit the Updated Mission Alliance Partner (MAP) Spotlight Pages!
Welcome to the UPDATED PES Mission Alliance Partner (MAP) Spotlight!
This platform was designed for our Mission Alliance Partners to virtually share with the PES membership:
- 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!
MAP Spotlight page: https://pedsendo.org/pes-mission-alliance-partner-spotlight/
Simply click on the company logos to visit each partner page, and let the learning begin!
Congratulations to the Winners of the 2024 Karger Prize Papers
THE 2024 HORMONE RESEARCH IN PAEDIATRICS AND PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINE SOCIETY PRIZE FOR THE BEST ORIGINAL RESEARCH PAPER 2024
Mimi Kim, MD
Infants with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Exhibit Thalamic Discrepancies in Early Brain Structure
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THE 2024 HORMONE RESEARCH IN PAEDIATRICS AND PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINE SOCIETY PRIZE FOR THE BEST NOVEL INSIGHTS FROM CLINICAL PRACTICE / CASE REPORT PAPER 2024
Rita Saroufim, MD
Characteristics of Patients with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Missed on the Newborn Screen
EDI Spotlight: June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month.
Pride Month honors the progress achieved towards equality while acknowledging the ongoing struggles faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Learn more: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative – Pediatric Endocrine Society (pedsendo.org)
PES EDI Cooking club: West African “Chin Chin”
Submitted by Chineze Ebo
West African “Chin Chin”. It is a snack that can be enjoyed during any season, usually made as a pre- or post- dinner treat. It is a popular fried snack made from a dough of flour, sugar, eggs, butter, and nutmeg, cut into bite-sized pieces and deep-fried for a crunchy texture. Making chin chin was always my assigned task as a child, and growing up, we always had fun making it and throwing dough at each other! It reminds me of family and happy times, so I’m sharing my simple chin chin recipe with you so that it can bring you and your families the same happiness it’s brought me. Click here for the recipe: PES Cooking Recipe Archive – Pediatric Endocrine Society (pedsendo.org)
Fellow Spotlight: Jordan Ross, MD
Meet Jordan: Fellow Spotlight – Jordan Ross, MD – Pediatric Endocrine Society (pedsendo.org)
APP Spotlight: Lauren E. Culbreth, MPAS, PA-C, ACSM-EP
Meet Lauren: APP Spotlight – Lauren E. Culbreth, MPAS, PA-C, ACSM-EP – Pediatric Endocrine Society (pedsendo.org)
Historical Tidbit: Charles Henry Fagge (June 6, 1838 to 1883) and Endemic Cretinism
Submitted by Alan D. Rogol, MD, PhD