GROL 1.15.26 -Beyond the Exam Room: Pediatricians Advocating Through State AAP

Thursday, January 15, 2026, 1:00 PM - Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 12:00 AM

Local, national, and international leaders present pediatric topics in their area of specialty during this weekly series.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (1.00 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (1.00 hours)

1. Evaluate the current political climate and effects on child health at a National and State level.
2. Identify key child health policy issues for the states of Missouri and Kansas.
3. Use different forms of advocacy to share personal expertise.
4. Partner with state AAP Chapters to improve child health outcomes locally.

1. Maintain and advance knowledge and skills related to pediatric conditions seen in our region.
2. Increase collaboration across professions of the healthcare team.

Children's Mercy Hospital  designates this Enduring Material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

 

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