Dear Colleagues,
This month, we held the fall Board of Directors meeting. As the Board reviewed what the Committees and SIGs are doing, we were excited to see all the great work being done toward accomplishment of the PES strategic goals. When we looked at the “where are they now” surveys for past PES grant recipients and PedsENDO Discovery participants, the results suggest that the efforts made by PES to support our workforce are worthwhile. Though some of the outcomes are impossible to measure exactly, it’s rewarding to see the achievements of these members whom we have supported. We were also delighted to see the high-quality educational products that are being produced. Furthermore, advocacy remains a top priority for us. We are proud to have supported two of our PES members from states in need of representation, Dr. Jeanie Tryggestad (University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center) and Dr. Christy Foster (University of Alabama School of Medicine), who joined Endocrine Society members in the Rally for Medical Research Day on the Hill in Washington, DC on September 18 (see photo). Their rally was driven by a single message – “Fund the NIH.” Dr. Tryggestad told us “Of the 3 offices that we visited for the Oklahoma delegation, all were very supportive of continuing and increasing NIH funding,” and Dr. Foster reported “We were able to meet with both senators and three representatives. They were all very receptive and supportive of continuing and increasing support to the NIH.” We remain hopeful that will see the support for the NIH grow.
As we face all the misinformation and disinformation around us, we must continue to advocate for our patients. As the namesake of my medical school, Albert Einstein, said (albeit translations vary): “The world is not dangerous because of those who do harm but because of those who look at it without doing anything.”
Sincerely,
Online Education
Industry Sponsored Symposium: October 7 I 7:00-8:00 PM ET
Managing Achondroplasia Together: Physician and Caregiver Perspectives
Sponsored by BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Learn about the underlying cause of inhibited bone growth in achondroplasia and explore management options with a clinical expert. Hear from a caregiver as they share their experiences and perspectives navigating achondroplasia.
Speaker: Pedro A. Sanchez, MD, FAAP, FACMG, Director of Pediatric Medical Genetics, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Quarterly Education Committee Webinar: October 20 I 4:00-5:00 PM ET
Dyslipidemia in Diabetes and Beyond
Learning objectives:
- Analyze the pathophysiology between dyslipidemia and diabetes
- Assess current evidence-based guidelines and management strategies for managing dyslipidemia in pediatric diabetes and other high risk pediatric populations
- Develop tailored interventions for those who do not respond to standard dyslipidemia treatment
Speaker: Grace Kim, MD
Podcast Club: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Hosted by the Health Disparities Committee
October 14 I 8:00 PM ET
We’re excited to announce that we will be discussing The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and its related podcast.
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
How one woman, without her knowing, may have saved us all.
SIG State of the Art: October 29 I 5:00 PM EST
TREND SIG: Primary Ovarian Insufficiency in Pediatric Cancer Survivors
Ovarian dysfunction is a frequent late – effect in pediatric cancer survivors- however it is important to understand how ovarian secretory function and reproductive function are affected differently. We will discuss the utility of markers for fertility prognostication, when to refer to repro-endo, and recommendations for counseling patients. Cases will be presented, and an expert panel will help facilitate discussion.
Learning Objectives
- To describe the impact of cancer and its treatments on female fertility
- To outline the various fertility preservation options available
- To identify resources and strategies for supporting patients in making informed decisions about fertility preservation
Last Chance! Nominations for Laureate Awards & Lectures
Deadline: October 10 @ 5:00 PM Eastern
Laureate Awards:
- Judson J. Van Wyk Prize
- New Investigator Award
- Clinician Award
- Educator Award
- Senior Researcher Award
- Outstanding PES Mentor Award
Lectures:
- The Del and Beverly Fisher Pediatric Endocrinology History Lectureship (offered even years)
- Paul Kaplowitz, MD Endowed Lectureship
Please note that all nominations must be submitted through the online application found on each award and lecture page. Please see the needed nomination materials before entering the application.
Invitation from CHOP
The Endocrine Division at CHOP is hosting a Neuroendocrine Clinical Symposium
November 14 (virtual, or in person)
Details can be found in the link below along with registration. The symposium is practical and clinically focused and is hybrid. The program is targeted to endocrinologists, neuro-oncologists, radiologists, neurosurgeons, neuro-ophthalmologists, fellows, residents and nurse practitioners who evaluate or treat children with hypothalamic/pituitary disorders.
Invitation from the DISCOVERY Operations Committee
Dear Colleagues,
The DISCOVERY Operations Committee is pleased to announce the release of a Request for Applications (RFA) to add 3-5 additional sites to our consortium. This expansion is designed to accelerate participant enrollment and strengthen our geographically and nationally representative cohort of youth at risk for type 2 diabetes.
We invite applications from institutions with demonstrated expertise in pediatric diabetes research and a strong commitment to collaborative, multi-site studies. Full details regarding eligibility, application requirements, and review criteria are provided in the RFA.
Important dates:
- RFA Release Date: September 5, 2025
- Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
- Recruitment Start Date: February 1, 2026
Please feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues or institutions that may be well-suited to contribute to DISCOVERY’s mission. For questions about the application process, please contact Barbara Braffett (braffett@bsc.gwu.edu).
We look forward to receiving your applications and continuing to grow this important research network together.
Health Systems Disparity Spotlight: Recognizing Pediatric Bone Health During World Osteoporosis Day
Submitted by Andrew Kanouse, MD
Health Systems Disparity Initiative – Pediatric Endocrine Society
Fellow Spotlight: Jacob “Jake” N. Miller, DO, FAAP
Meet Jake: September Fellow Spotlight – Jacob “Jake” N. Miller, DO, FAAP – Pediatric Endocrine Society
APP Spotlight: Amanda G. Perkins, MSN, MPH, CPNP, CDCES
Meet Amanda: September APP Spotlight – Amanda G. Perkins, MSN, MPH, CPNP, CDCES – Pediatric Endocrine Society
From the NIH
NIH Grants & Funding page: https://grants.nih.gov/news-events/nih-extramural-nexus-news
Historical Tidbit
Submitted by Alan D. Rogol, MD, PhD