The Pediatric Health ECHO offers a variety of series to support community-based clinicians and help them provide high quality, safe and effective care and treatment for children with specialized health care conditions. This series offers a variety of topics, including ECHO Feeding, ECHO Pediatric Pain, ECHO Rumination and more. 

ECHO Obesity Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Obesity Series Professional Development through ECHO Obesity, a free virtual learning network for community providers to provide education relevant to practical obesity management. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to carrying for obese and overweight children. ECHO Obesity is designed to address childhood obesity that can be implemented, replicated, and scaled across the state of Ohio. Series Participants Will:

Learn effective strategies to manage obesity Understand effective practice tools Discuss introduction of evidence-based practices to patients and families to prevent childhood obesity

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (11 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now

Scheduled dates are: Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23; and March 2 and 9, 2023. Who Can Participate

Pediatric Practice Medical Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family Medicine Medical Providers Psychologist (PhD) Dietician Physical Therapist Social Work

Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Beginning the Conversation (Evaluating the child and motivational interviewing)

2

Addressing Healthy Weight: Screening for Comorbidities

3

Addressing Healthy Weight: Nutrition

4

Addressing Healthy Weight: Behavior

5

Addressing Healthy Weight: Physical Activity

6

Addressing Healthy Weight: Medications

7

Addressing Healthy Weight: Bariatric Surgery

8

Wrap Up: Sustaining Obesity Care/Addressing Challenges/Billing and Coding

ECHO Pediatric Pain Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health – ECHO Pediatric Pain Series ECHO Pediatric Pain is a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education to families about comprehensive treatment for pain management. This series will focus on understanding the different levels of chronic pain treatment and identifying external variables that are known to impact a person’s pain presentation. ECHO Pediatric Pain is designed to inform providers on treatment approaches and begin the early phase of intervention. Series Participants Will:

Earn CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with a team of interdisciplinary providers

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (6 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions Collaborate with an expert team in providing case recommendations

Registration Register Now Series will take place on Thursdays at noon starting March 2. Series dates are: March 2, March 16, March 30; April 13, April 27 and May 11. Who Can Participate

Pediatric practice medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family medicine medical providers Psychologists (PhD, PsyD) Physical therapists Social workers

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Orientation to ECHO Pediatric Pain/Biological Basis of Pain

Pharmacological Approaches and Pitfalls   

How Physical Therapy can Help 

Impact of Anxiety and Depression

Coaching Parents   

Therapeutic Rec

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Series - Registration Open

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients.   Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to increase clinicians confidence in providing the best care pathway for patients. In-depth training regarding differential diagnoses (functional movement disorder) and medical influences on symptom presentation is also provided. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series   Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical, Neurology, Psychology, etc.) 

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for series beginning March 9, 2023 is now open. Please register by March 6, 2023. Register Now Series will take place on rotating Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST starting March 9, 2023. Series dates are: March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8 and June 22. Who Can Participate

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants  Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement   

PANDAS, PANS 

Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations

Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders   

Neuropsychological Assessment and School Considerations

Coaching Parents

8

Community Resources

 

ECHO Rumination Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Rumination Series Free virtual learning network for pediatric physicians and behavioral health providers to provide training on rumination syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. ECHO Rumination is designed to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric rumination syndrome. Series Participants: 

Can earn free CME/CE through the interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers who treat rumination disorders from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Rumination program.

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now Register by April 6, 2023. Sessions are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. EST. Dates are: April 11, April 18, April 25 and May 2. Who Can Participate

Pediatricians Primary Care Providers (MD, DO) Psychologists (PhD) Advanced Practice Providers Registered Dieticians Speech Language Pathologists

**Those located in southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia are highly recommended to register for this ECHO series. Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Team Clinical Lead: Ashley Kroon Van Diest, PhD HUB Members: 

Jody Wall, PA-C, Med Specialist Des Yacob, MD

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Introduction to Rumination Syndrome

2

Diagnosis of Rumination Syndrome

3

Medical Treatment of Rumination

4

Behavioral Treatment of Rumination

After ECHO Obesity - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - After ECHO Obesity Discussion

After ECHO Obesity is offered as a supplement to our regular ECHO Obesity series. Registrants are able to attend After ECHO Obesity upon completion of the ECHO Obesity series. Past After ECHO Obesity topics included: Eating Disorders vs Disordered Eating, Physical Activity, Sustaining Obesity Care and more.

All ECHO Obesity series session take place on ZOOM.

We will update this page when new discussions are available.

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series - Registration Closed

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education relevant to identification and management of pediatric patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians’ knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with traumatic brain injuries. ECHO Traumatic Brain Injury aims to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to increase confidence in assessing, caring for and managing patients with traumatic brain injury across the state of Ohio. Series Participants

Can earn CME/CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical Provider, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Medical Services, Occupational Therapy, Family and Patient Perspectives)   

What To Expect

Participate in 60-minute sessions using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions  Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations for the cases presented

Registration Registration for series starting Oct. 7, 2021 is now closed. Series will take place on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Scheduled dates are: October 7, 14, 21 and 28. Who Can Participate

Emergency Medical Services Nurses Social Work Psychology Allied Med (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology)  Physicians – Emergency Department, Physical Medicine, ICU, Residents, Neurology, Neurosurgery

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Completion of online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Patient Management in the Field (expert in TBI Management) What is a Severe TBI

2

Emergency Department and Patients with TBI

3

Intensive Care and Patient Management

4

TBI in a Rehab setting

ECHO Feeding Series - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - ECHO Feeding Series Professional Development through ECHO Feeding, a free virtual learning network for providers who provide direct care and/or therapy for children with feeding problems to learn assessment and management from a comprehensive perspective. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to treat children with feeding difficulties, including those with developmental disabilities. ECHO Feeding is designed to improve assessment and treatment outcomes for children with feeding disorders. Series Participants:

Can earn CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series  Learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical provider, dietitian, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker) who treat feeding disorders at the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

What To Expect

Attend and participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Select sessions will have additional time allotted for continued discussion post session Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for Pediatric Health - Feeding ECHO, starting September 19, 2022, is now closed. Series will take place on Mondays at noon EST. Scheduled dates are: September 19; October 3; October 17; October 31; November 7; November 21; December 5; January 9, 2023; February 6, 2023; February 20, 2023; March 6 and March 20, 2023.  Who Can Participate

Pediatricians (MD, DO or NP/PA) Primary Care Providers Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) Speech Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Dietitians Social workers Professionals who manage patients directly including Help Me Grow providers  Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)

Participation Requirements:

Complete orientation Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

ECHO Orientation: Overview of Logistics and Background, Case Presentations, and Basic Overview of Feeding Disorders

2

Assessment and Referral of Feeding Disorders: Identifying the Parts of the Puzzle

3

Medical Management of Feeding Disorders 

4

Nutritional Considerations in Managing and Treating Feeding Disorders

5

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 1: Oral Sensorimotor Development

6

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 2: Swallowing Concerns and How to Manage

7

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

8

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

9

Feeding in the Context of Developmental Disabilities

10

The Crucial Role of Social Work in Managing Feeding Disorders

11

Putting it All Together: Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

12

Coaching Parents: Parent Training

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0 - Registration Closed

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients. Using case-based discussions, didactics and network conversation, our aim is to build clinician’s knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. This series will dive deeper into common behavioral and pharmacological treatment complexities, school supports and the latest guidance on PANDAS. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical, neurology, psychology, etc.)

What to Expect:

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration: Registration for series beginning October 13, 2022 is now closed. Series dates are: October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3. Who Can Participate:

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics:

Session

Topic

1

School Considerations 2.0

2

ADHD, OCD and FMD: Troubleshooting Common CBIT Challenges

3

Pharmacological Treatment of Tics and Common Co-Occurring Conditions

4

PANDAS and PANS

The Pediatric Health ECHO offers a variety of series to support community-based clinicians and help them provide high quality, safe and effective care and treatment for children with specialized health care conditions.

This series offers a variety of topics, including ECHO Feeding, ECHO Pediatric Pain, ECHO Rumination and more. 

ECHO Obesity Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Obesity Series Professional Development through ECHO Obesity, a free virtual learning network for community providers to provide education relevant to practical obesity management. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to carrying for obese and overweight children. ECHO Obesity is designed to address childhood obesity that can be implemented, replicated, and scaled across the state of Ohio. Series Participants Will:

Learn effective strategies to manage obesity Understand effective practice tools Discuss introduction of evidence-based practices to patients and families to prevent childhood obesity

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (11 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now

Scheduled dates are: Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23; and March 2 and 9, 2023. Who Can Participate

Pediatric Practice Medical Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family Medicine Medical Providers Psychologist (PhD) Dietician Physical Therapist Social Work

Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Beginning the Conversation (Evaluating the child and motivational interviewing)

2

Addressing Healthy Weight: Screening for Comorbidities

3

Addressing Healthy Weight: Nutrition

4

Addressing Healthy Weight: Behavior

5

Addressing Healthy Weight: Physical Activity

6

Addressing Healthy Weight: Medications

7

Addressing Healthy Weight: Bariatric Surgery

8

Wrap Up: Sustaining Obesity Care/Addressing Challenges/Billing and Coding

ECHO Pediatric Pain Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health – ECHO Pediatric Pain Series ECHO Pediatric Pain is a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education to families about comprehensive treatment for pain management. This series will focus on understanding the different levels of chronic pain treatment and identifying external variables that are known to impact a person’s pain presentation. ECHO Pediatric Pain is designed to inform providers on treatment approaches and begin the early phase of intervention. Series Participants Will:

Earn CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with a team of interdisciplinary providers

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (6 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions Collaborate with an expert team in providing case recommendations

Registration Register Now Series will take place on Thursdays at noon starting March 2. Series dates are: March 2, March 16, March 30; April 13, April 27 and May 11. Who Can Participate

Pediatric practice medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family medicine medical providers Psychologists (PhD, PsyD) Physical therapists Social workers

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Orientation to ECHO Pediatric Pain/Biological Basis of Pain

Pharmacological Approaches and Pitfalls   

How Physical Therapy can Help 

Impact of Anxiety and Depression

Coaching Parents   

Therapeutic Rec

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Series - Registration Open

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients.   Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to increase clinicians confidence in providing the best care pathway for patients. In-depth training regarding differential diagnoses (functional movement disorder) and medical influences on symptom presentation is also provided. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series   Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical, Neurology, Psychology, etc.) 

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for series beginning March 9, 2023 is now open. Please register by March 6, 2023. Register Now Series will take place on rotating Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST starting March 9, 2023. Series dates are: March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8 and June 22. Who Can Participate

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants  Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement   

PANDAS, PANS 

Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations

Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders   

Neuropsychological Assessment and School Considerations

Coaching Parents

8

Community Resources

 

ECHO Rumination Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Rumination Series Free virtual learning network for pediatric physicians and behavioral health providers to provide training on rumination syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. ECHO Rumination is designed to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric rumination syndrome. Series Participants: 

Can earn free CME/CE through the interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers who treat rumination disorders from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Rumination program.

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now Register by April 6, 2023. Sessions are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. EST. Dates are: April 11, April 18, April 25 and May 2. Who Can Participate

Pediatricians Primary Care Providers (MD, DO) Psychologists (PhD) Advanced Practice Providers Registered Dieticians Speech Language Pathologists

**Those located in southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia are highly recommended to register for this ECHO series. Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Team Clinical Lead: Ashley Kroon Van Diest, PhD HUB Members: 

Jody Wall, PA-C, Med Specialist Des Yacob, MD

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Introduction to Rumination Syndrome

2

Diagnosis of Rumination Syndrome

3

Medical Treatment of Rumination

4

Behavioral Treatment of Rumination

After ECHO Obesity - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - After ECHO Obesity Discussion

After ECHO Obesity is offered as a supplement to our regular ECHO Obesity series. Registrants are able to attend After ECHO Obesity upon completion of the ECHO Obesity series. Past After ECHO Obesity topics included: Eating Disorders vs Disordered Eating, Physical Activity, Sustaining Obesity Care and more.

All ECHO Obesity series session take place on ZOOM.

We will update this page when new discussions are available.

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series - Registration Closed

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education relevant to identification and management of pediatric patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians’ knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with traumatic brain injuries. ECHO Traumatic Brain Injury aims to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to increase confidence in assessing, caring for and managing patients with traumatic brain injury across the state of Ohio. Series Participants

Can earn CME/CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical Provider, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Medical Services, Occupational Therapy, Family and Patient Perspectives)   

What To Expect

Participate in 60-minute sessions using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions  Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations for the cases presented

Registration Registration for series starting Oct. 7, 2021 is now closed. Series will take place on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Scheduled dates are: October 7, 14, 21 and 28. Who Can Participate

Emergency Medical Services Nurses Social Work Psychology Allied Med (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology)  Physicians – Emergency Department, Physical Medicine, ICU, Residents, Neurology, Neurosurgery

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Completion of online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Patient Management in the Field (expert in TBI Management) What is a Severe TBI

2

Emergency Department and Patients with TBI

3

Intensive Care and Patient Management

4

TBI in a Rehab setting

ECHO Feeding Series - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - ECHO Feeding Series Professional Development through ECHO Feeding, a free virtual learning network for providers who provide direct care and/or therapy for children with feeding problems to learn assessment and management from a comprehensive perspective. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to treat children with feeding difficulties, including those with developmental disabilities. ECHO Feeding is designed to improve assessment and treatment outcomes for children with feeding disorders. Series Participants:

Can earn CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series  Learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical provider, dietitian, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker) who treat feeding disorders at the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

What To Expect

Attend and participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Select sessions will have additional time allotted for continued discussion post session Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for Pediatric Health - Feeding ECHO, starting September 19, 2022, is now closed. Series will take place on Mondays at noon EST. Scheduled dates are: September 19; October 3; October 17; October 31; November 7; November 21; December 5; January 9, 2023; February 6, 2023; February 20, 2023; March 6 and March 20, 2023.  Who Can Participate

Pediatricians (MD, DO or NP/PA) Primary Care Providers Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) Speech Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Dietitians Social workers Professionals who manage patients directly including Help Me Grow providers  Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)

Participation Requirements:

Complete orientation Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

ECHO Orientation: Overview of Logistics and Background, Case Presentations, and Basic Overview of Feeding Disorders

2

Assessment and Referral of Feeding Disorders: Identifying the Parts of the Puzzle

3

Medical Management of Feeding Disorders 

4

Nutritional Considerations in Managing and Treating Feeding Disorders

5

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 1: Oral Sensorimotor Development

6

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 2: Swallowing Concerns and How to Manage

7

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

8

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

9

Feeding in the Context of Developmental Disabilities

10

The Crucial Role of Social Work in Managing Feeding Disorders

11

Putting it All Together: Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

12

Coaching Parents: Parent Training

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0 - Registration Closed

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients. Using case-based discussions, didactics and network conversation, our aim is to build clinician’s knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. This series will dive deeper into common behavioral and pharmacological treatment complexities, school supports and the latest guidance on PANDAS. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical, neurology, psychology, etc.)

What to Expect:

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration: Registration for series beginning October 13, 2022 is now closed. Series dates are: October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3. Who Can Participate:

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics:

Session

Topic

1

School Considerations 2.0

2

ADHD, OCD and FMD: Troubleshooting Common CBIT Challenges

3

Pharmacological Treatment of Tics and Common Co-Occurring Conditions

4

PANDAS and PANS

ECHO Obesity Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Obesity Series Professional Development through ECHO Obesity, a free virtual learning network for community providers to provide education relevant to practical obesity management. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to carrying for obese and overweight children. ECHO Obesity is designed to address childhood obesity that can be implemented, replicated, and scaled across the state of Ohio. Series Participants Will:

Learn effective strategies to manage obesity Understand effective practice tools Discuss introduction of evidence-based practices to patients and families to prevent childhood obesity

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (11 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now

Scheduled dates are: Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23; and March 2 and 9, 2023. Who Can Participate

Pediatric Practice Medical Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family Medicine Medical Providers Psychologist (PhD) Dietician Physical Therapist Social Work

Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Beginning the Conversation (Evaluating the child and motivational interviewing)

2

Addressing Healthy Weight: Screening for Comorbidities

3

Addressing Healthy Weight: Nutrition

4

Addressing Healthy Weight: Behavior

5

Addressing Healthy Weight: Physical Activity

6

Addressing Healthy Weight: Medications

7

Addressing Healthy Weight: Bariatric Surgery

8

Wrap Up: Sustaining Obesity Care/Addressing Challenges/Billing and Coding

ECHO Pediatric Pain Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health – ECHO Pediatric Pain Series ECHO Pediatric Pain is a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education to families about comprehensive treatment for pain management. This series will focus on understanding the different levels of chronic pain treatment and identifying external variables that are known to impact a person’s pain presentation. ECHO Pediatric Pain is designed to inform providers on treatment approaches and begin the early phase of intervention. Series Participants Will:

Earn CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with a team of interdisciplinary providers

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (6 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions Collaborate with an expert team in providing case recommendations

Registration Register Now Series will take place on Thursdays at noon starting March 2. Series dates are: March 2, March 16, March 30; April 13, April 27 and May 11. Who Can Participate

Pediatric practice medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family medicine medical providers Psychologists (PhD, PsyD) Physical therapists Social workers

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Orientation to ECHO Pediatric Pain/Biological Basis of Pain

Pharmacological Approaches and Pitfalls   

How Physical Therapy can Help 

Impact of Anxiety and Depression

Coaching Parents   

Therapeutic Rec

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Series - Registration Open

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients.   Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to increase clinicians confidence in providing the best care pathway for patients. In-depth training regarding differential diagnoses (functional movement disorder) and medical influences on symptom presentation is also provided. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series   Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical, Neurology, Psychology, etc.) 

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for series beginning March 9, 2023 is now open. Please register by March 6, 2023. Register Now Series will take place on rotating Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST starting March 9, 2023. Series dates are: March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8 and June 22. Who Can Participate

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants  Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement   

PANDAS, PANS 

Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations

Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders   

Neuropsychological Assessment and School Considerations

Coaching Parents

8

Community Resources

 

ECHO Rumination Series - Registration Open

Pediatric Health - ECHO Rumination Series Free virtual learning network for pediatric physicians and behavioral health providers to provide training on rumination syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. ECHO Rumination is designed to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric rumination syndrome. Series Participants: 

Can earn free CME/CE through the interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers who treat rumination disorders from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Rumination program.

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now Register by April 6, 2023. Sessions are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. EST. Dates are: April 11, April 18, April 25 and May 2. Who Can Participate

Pediatricians Primary Care Providers (MD, DO) Psychologists (PhD) Advanced Practice Providers Registered Dieticians Speech Language Pathologists

**Those located in southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia are highly recommended to register for this ECHO series. Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Team Clinical Lead: Ashley Kroon Van Diest, PhD HUB Members: 

Jody Wall, PA-C, Med Specialist Des Yacob, MD

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Introduction to Rumination Syndrome

2

Diagnosis of Rumination Syndrome

3

Medical Treatment of Rumination

4

Behavioral Treatment of Rumination

After ECHO Obesity - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - After ECHO Obesity Discussion

After ECHO Obesity is offered as a supplement to our regular ECHO Obesity series. Registrants are able to attend After ECHO Obesity upon completion of the ECHO Obesity series. Past After ECHO Obesity topics included: Eating Disorders vs Disordered Eating, Physical Activity, Sustaining Obesity Care and more.

All ECHO Obesity series session take place on ZOOM.

We will update this page when new discussions are available.

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series - Registration Closed

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education relevant to identification and management of pediatric patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians’ knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with traumatic brain injuries. ECHO Traumatic Brain Injury aims to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to increase confidence in assessing, caring for and managing patients with traumatic brain injury across the state of Ohio. Series Participants

Can earn CME/CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical Provider, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Medical Services, Occupational Therapy, Family and Patient Perspectives)   

What To Expect

Participate in 60-minute sessions using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions  Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations for the cases presented

Registration Registration for series starting Oct. 7, 2021 is now closed. Series will take place on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Scheduled dates are: October 7, 14, 21 and 28. Who Can Participate

Emergency Medical Services Nurses Social Work Psychology Allied Med (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology)  Physicians – Emergency Department, Physical Medicine, ICU, Residents, Neurology, Neurosurgery

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Completion of online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Patient Management in the Field (expert in TBI Management) What is a Severe TBI

2

Emergency Department and Patients with TBI

3

Intensive Care and Patient Management

4

TBI in a Rehab setting

ECHO Feeding Series - Registration Closed

Pediatric Health - ECHO Feeding Series Professional Development through ECHO Feeding, a free virtual learning network for providers who provide direct care and/or therapy for children with feeding problems to learn assessment and management from a comprehensive perspective. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to treat children with feeding difficulties, including those with developmental disabilities. ECHO Feeding is designed to improve assessment and treatment outcomes for children with feeding disorders. Series Participants:

Can earn CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series  Learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical provider, dietitian, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker) who treat feeding disorders at the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

What To Expect

Attend and participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Select sessions will have additional time allotted for continued discussion post session Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for Pediatric Health - Feeding ECHO, starting September 19, 2022, is now closed. Series will take place on Mondays at noon EST. Scheduled dates are: September 19; October 3; October 17; October 31; November 7; November 21; December 5; January 9, 2023; February 6, 2023; February 20, 2023; March 6 and March 20, 2023.  Who Can Participate

Pediatricians (MD, DO or NP/PA) Primary Care Providers Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) Speech Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Dietitians Social workers Professionals who manage patients directly including Help Me Grow providers  Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)

Participation Requirements:

Complete orientation Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

ECHO Orientation: Overview of Logistics and Background, Case Presentations, and Basic Overview of Feeding Disorders

2

Assessment and Referral of Feeding Disorders: Identifying the Parts of the Puzzle

3

Medical Management of Feeding Disorders 

4

Nutritional Considerations in Managing and Treating Feeding Disorders

5

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 1: Oral Sensorimotor Development

6

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 2: Swallowing Concerns and How to Manage

7

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

8

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

9

Feeding in the Context of Developmental Disabilities

10

The Crucial Role of Social Work in Managing Feeding Disorders

11

Putting it All Together: Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

12

Coaching Parents: Parent Training

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0 - Registration Closed

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients. Using case-based discussions, didactics and network conversation, our aim is to build clinician’s knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. This series will dive deeper into common behavioral and pharmacological treatment complexities, school supports and the latest guidance on PANDAS. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical, neurology, psychology, etc.)

What to Expect:

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration: Registration for series beginning October 13, 2022 is now closed. Series dates are: October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3. Who Can Participate:

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics:

Session

Topic

1

School Considerations 2.0

2

ADHD, OCD and FMD: Troubleshooting Common CBIT Challenges

3

Pharmacological Treatment of Tics and Common Co-Occurring Conditions

4

PANDAS and PANS

Pediatric Health - ECHO Obesity Series Professional Development through ECHO Obesity, a free virtual learning network for community providers to provide education relevant to practical obesity management. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to carrying for obese and overweight children. ECHO Obesity is designed to address childhood obesity that can be implemented, replicated, and scaled across the state of Ohio. Series Participants Will:

Learn effective strategies to manage obesity Understand effective practice tools Discuss introduction of evidence-based practices to patients and families to prevent childhood obesity

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (11 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now

Scheduled dates are: Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23; and March 2 and 9, 2023. Who Can Participate

Pediatric Practice Medical Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family Medicine Medical Providers Psychologist (PhD) Dietician Physical Therapist Social Work

Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Beginning the Conversation (Evaluating the child and motivational interviewing)

2

Addressing Healthy Weight: Screening for Comorbidities

3

Addressing Healthy Weight: Nutrition

4

Addressing Healthy Weight: Behavior

5

Addressing Healthy Weight: Physical Activity

6

Addressing Healthy Weight: Medications

7

Addressing Healthy Weight: Bariatric Surgery

8

Wrap Up: Sustaining Obesity Care/Addressing Challenges/Billing and Coding

Pediatric Health - ECHO Obesity Series

Professional Development through ECHO Obesity, a free virtual learning network for community providers to provide education relevant to practical obesity management. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to carrying for obese and overweight children. ECHO Obesity is designed to address childhood obesity that can be implemented, replicated, and scaled across the state of Ohio.

Series Participants Will:

  • Learn effective strategies to manage obesity
  • Understand effective practice tools
  • Discuss introduction of evidence-based practices to patients and families to prevent childhood obesity

What To Expect

  • Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (11 sessions – see schedule)
  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources
  • Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration

Register Now

Scheduled dates are: Jan. 19 and 26; Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23; and March 2 and 9, 2023.

Who Can Participate

  • Pediatric Practice Medical Providers (MD, DO, PA, NP)
  • Family Medicine Medical Providers
  • Psychologist (PhD)
  • Dietician
  • Physical Therapist
  • Social Work

Participation Requirements:

  • A front facing camera/smart phone
  • Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session
  • Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Beginning the Conversation (Evaluating the child and motivational interviewing)

2

Addressing Healthy Weight: Screening for Comorbidities

3

Addressing Healthy Weight: Nutrition

4

Addressing Healthy Weight: Behavior

5

Addressing Healthy Weight: Physical Activity

6

Addressing Healthy Weight: Medications

7

Addressing Healthy Weight: Bariatric Surgery

8

Wrap Up: Sustaining Obesity Care/Addressing Challenges/Billing and Coding

Pediatric Health – ECHO Pediatric Pain Series ECHO Pediatric Pain is a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education to families about comprehensive treatment for pain management. This series will focus on understanding the different levels of chronic pain treatment and identifying external variables that are known to impact a person’s pain presentation. ECHO Pediatric Pain is designed to inform providers on treatment approaches and begin the early phase of intervention. Series Participants Will:

Earn CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with a team of interdisciplinary providers

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (6 sessions – see schedule) Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions Collaborate with an expert team in providing case recommendations

Registration Register Now Series will take place on Thursdays at noon starting March 2. Series dates are: March 2, March 16, March 30; April 13, April 27 and May 11. Who Can Participate

Pediatric practice medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Family medicine medical providers Psychologists (PhD, PsyD) Physical therapists Social workers

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Orientation to ECHO Pediatric Pain/Biological Basis of Pain

Pharmacological Approaches and Pitfalls   

How Physical Therapy can Help 

Impact of Anxiety and Depression

Coaching Parents   

Therapeutic Rec

Pediatric Health – ECHO Pediatric Pain Series

ECHO Pediatric Pain is a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education to families about comprehensive treatment for pain management. This series will focus on understanding the different levels of chronic pain treatment and identifying external variables that are known to impact a person’s pain presentation. ECHO Pediatric Pain is designed to inform providers on treatment approaches and begin the early phase of intervention.

  • Earn CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series
  • Learn with a team of interdisciplinary providers

What to Expect

  • Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform (6 sessions – see schedule)
  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions
  • Collaborate with an expert team in providing case recommendations

Series will take place on Thursdays at noon starting March 2. Series dates are: March 2, March 16, March 30; April 13, April 27 and May 11.

  • Pediatric practice medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP)
  • Family medicine medical providers
  • Psychologists (PhD, PsyD)
  • Physical therapists
  • Social workers

Participant Requirements

  • Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone
  • Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions
  • Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Orientation to ECHO Pediatric Pain/Biological Basis of Pain

Pharmacological Approaches and Pitfalls   

How Physical Therapy can Help 

Impact of Anxiety and Depression

Coaching Parents   

Therapeutic Rec

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients.   Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to increase clinicians confidence in providing the best care pathway for patients. In-depth training regarding differential diagnoses (functional movement disorder) and medical influences on symptom presentation is also provided. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series   Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical, Neurology, Psychology, etc.) 

What to Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for series beginning March 9, 2023 is now open. Please register by March 6, 2023. Register Now Series will take place on rotating Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST starting March 9, 2023. Series dates are: March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8 and June 22. Who Can Participate

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants  Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics

Session  

Topic

Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement   

PANDAS, PANS 

Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations

Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders   

Neuropsychological Assessment and School Considerations

Coaching Parents

8

Community Resources

 

ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients.  

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders utilizes a multidisciplinary approach to increase clinicians confidence in providing the best care pathway for patients. In-depth training regarding differential diagnoses (functional movement disorder) and medical influences on symptom presentation is also provided. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources.

Series Participants:

  • Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series

  • Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical, Neurology, Psychology, etc.)

  • Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform

  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources

  • Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration for series beginning March 9, 2023 is now open. Please register by March 6, 2023.

Series will take place on rotating Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST starting March 9, 2023. Series dates are: March 9, March 23; April 13, April 27; May 11, May 25; June 8 and June 22.

Who Can Participate

  • Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.)
  • Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.)
  • Neurologists
  • Physician Assistants
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

  • Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone
  • Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions
  • Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics

 

Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders: Diagnosis and Comorbidities

Benign and Pathological Involuntary Movement   

PANDAS, PANS 

Medical Considerations and Pharmacological Recommendations

Evidence-Based Behavioral Intervention for Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders   

Neuropsychological Assessment and School Considerations

Coaching Parents

Community Resources

Pediatric Health - ECHO Rumination Series Free virtual learning network for pediatric physicians and behavioral health providers to provide training on rumination syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. ECHO Rumination is designed to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric rumination syndrome. Series Participants: 

Can earn free CME/CE through the interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers who treat rumination disorders from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Rumination program.

What To Expect

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Register Now Register by April 6, 2023. Sessions are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. EST. Dates are: April 11, April 18, April 25 and May 2. Who Can Participate

Pediatricians Primary Care Providers (MD, DO) Psychologists (PhD) Advanced Practice Providers Registered Dieticians Speech Language Pathologists

**Those located in southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia are highly recommended to register for this ECHO series. Participation Requirements:

A front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and 1-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Team Clinical Lead: Ashley Kroon Van Diest, PhD HUB Members: 

Jody Wall, PA-C, Med Specialist Des Yacob, MD

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Introduction to Rumination Syndrome

2

Diagnosis of Rumination Syndrome

3

Medical Treatment of Rumination

4

Behavioral Treatment of Rumination

Pediatric Health - ECHO Rumination Series

Free virtual learning network for pediatric physicians and behavioral health providers to provide training on rumination syndrome, diagnosis and treatment. ECHO Rumination is designed to improve diagnosis and treatment of pediatric rumination syndrome.

Series Participants: 

  • Can earn free CME/CE through the interactive, case-based learning series

  • Learn with interdisciplinary providers who treat rumination disorders from the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Rumination program.

  • Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform

  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experience and resources

  • Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations

Register by April 6, 2023.

Sessions are Tuesdays at 4 p.m. EST. Dates are: April 11, April 18, April 25 and May 2.

  • Pediatricians
  • Primary Care Providers (MD, DO)
  • Psychologists (PhD)
  • Advanced Practice Providers
  • Registered Dieticians
  • Speech Language Pathologists

**Those located in southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia are highly recommended to register for this ECHO series.

  • A front facing camera/smart phone
  • Commitment to the series and 1-hour learning sessions
  • Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Team

Clinical Lead: Ashley Kroon Van Diest, PhD

HUB Members: 

  • Jody Wall, PA-C, Med Specialist
  • Des Yacob, MD

Introduction to Rumination Syndrome

Diagnosis of Rumination Syndrome

Medical Treatment of Rumination

Behavioral Treatment of Rumination

Pediatric Health - After ECHO Obesity Discussion

After ECHO Obesity is offered as a supplement to our regular ECHO Obesity series. Registrants are able to attend After ECHO Obesity upon completion of the ECHO Obesity series. Past After ECHO Obesity topics included: Eating Disorders vs Disordered Eating, Physical Activity, Sustaining Obesity Care and more.

All ECHO Obesity series session take place on ZOOM.

We will update this page when new discussions are available.

Pediatric Health - After ECHO Obesity Discussion

After ECHO Obesity is offered as a supplement to our regular ECHO Obesity series. Registrants are able to attend After ECHO Obesity upon completion of the ECHO Obesity series.

Past After ECHO Obesity topics included: Eating Disorders vs Disordered Eating, Physical Activity, Sustaining Obesity Care and more.

All ECHO Obesity series session take place on ZOOM.

We will update this page when new discussions are available.

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education relevant to identification and management of pediatric patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians’ knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with traumatic brain injuries. ECHO Traumatic Brain Injury aims to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to increase confidence in assessing, caring for and managing patients with traumatic brain injury across the state of Ohio. Series Participants

Can earn CME/CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series Learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical Provider, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Medical Services, Occupational Therapy, Family and Patient Perspectives)   

What To Expect

Participate in 60-minute sessions using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions  Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations for the cases presented

Registration Registration for series starting Oct. 7, 2021 is now closed. Series will take place on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Scheduled dates are: October 7, 14, 21 and 28. Who Can Participate

Emergency Medical Services Nurses Social Work Psychology Allied Med (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology)  Physicians – Emergency Department, Physical Medicine, ICU, Residents, Neurology, Neurosurgery

Participant Requirements

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions Completion of online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

Patient Management in the Field (expert in TBI Management) What is a Severe TBI

2

Emergency Department and Patients with TBI

3

Intensive Care and Patient Management

4

TBI in a Rehab setting

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury Series

ECHO Severe Traumatic Brain Injury is a virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines on ways to provide education relevant to identification and management of pediatric patients with severe traumatic brain injury.

Using case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation, our aim is to build clinicians’ knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing, and treating pediatric patients with traumatic brain injuries. ECHO Traumatic Brain Injury aims to build clinicians’ knowledge base about multidisciplinary approaches to increase confidence in assessing, caring for and managing patients with traumatic brain injury across the state of Ohio.

Series Participants

  • Can earn CME/CEU through this interactive, case-based learning series

  • Learn with interdisciplinary providers (Medical Provider, Emergency, Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Medical Services, Occupational Therapy, Family and Patient Perspectives)

  • Participate in 60-minute sessions using a virtual platform

  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions

  • Collaborate with the expert team in providing recommendations for the cases presented

Registration for series starting Oct. 7, 2021 is now closed.

Series will take place on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Scheduled dates are: October 7, 14, 21 and 28.

  • Emergency Medical Services

  • Nurses

  • Social Work

  • Psychology

  • Allied Med (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology)

  • Physicians – Emergency Department, Physical Medicine, ICU, Residents, Neurology, Neurosurgery

  • Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone

  • Commitment to the 1-hour learning sessions

  • Completion of online pre- and post- surveys

Patient Management in the Field (expert in TBI Management) What is a Severe TBI

Emergency Department and Patients with TBI

Intensive Care and Patient Management

TBI in a Rehab setting

Pediatric Health - ECHO Feeding Series Professional Development through ECHO Feeding, a free virtual learning network for providers who provide direct care and/or therapy for children with feeding problems to learn assessment and management from a comprehensive perspective. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to treat children with feeding difficulties, including those with developmental disabilities. ECHO Feeding is designed to improve assessment and treatment outcomes for children with feeding disorders. Series Participants:

Can earn CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series  Learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical provider, dietitian, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker) who treat feeding disorders at the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

What To Expect

Attend and participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Select sessions will have additional time allotted for continued discussion post session Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration Registration for Pediatric Health - Feeding ECHO, starting September 19, 2022, is now closed. Series will take place on Mondays at noon EST. Scheduled dates are: September 19; October 3; October 17; October 31; November 7; November 21; December 5; January 9, 2023; February 6, 2023; February 20, 2023; March 6 and March 20, 2023.  Who Can Participate

Pediatricians (MD, DO or NP/PA) Primary Care Providers Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) Speech Language Pathologists Occupational Therapists Dietitians Social workers Professionals who manage patients directly including Help Me Grow providers  Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)

Participation Requirements:

Complete orientation Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session Complete online pre- and post- surveys

Sample Topics 

Session

Topic

1

ECHO Orientation: Overview of Logistics and Background, Case Presentations, and Basic Overview of Feeding Disorders

2

Assessment and Referral of Feeding Disorders: Identifying the Parts of the Puzzle

3

Medical Management of Feeding Disorders 

4

Nutritional Considerations in Managing and Treating Feeding Disorders

5

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 1: Oral Sensorimotor Development

6

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 2: Swallowing Concerns and How to Manage

7

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

8

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

9

Feeding in the Context of Developmental Disabilities

10

The Crucial Role of Social Work in Managing Feeding Disorders

11

Putting it All Together: Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

12

Coaching Parents: Parent Training

Pediatric Health - ECHO Feeding Series

Professional Development through ECHO Feeding, a free virtual learning network for providers who provide direct care and/or therapy for children with feeding problems to learn assessment and management from a comprehensive perspective. This series uses case-based discussion, didactics, and network conversation to build clinicians’ comfort and knowledge to treat children with feeding difficulties, including those with developmental disabilities. ECHO Feeding is designed to improve assessment and treatment outcomes for children with feeding disorders.

  • Can earn CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series

  • Learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical provider, dietitian, speech language pathologist, occupational therapist, psychologist, social worker) who treat feeding disorders at the Comprehensive Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

  • Attend and participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform

  • Select sessions will have additional time allotted for continued discussion post session

  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources

  • Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration for Pediatric Health - Feeding ECHO, starting September 19, 2022, is now closed.

Series will take place on Mondays at noon EST. Scheduled dates are: September 19; October 3; October 17; October 31; November 7; November 21; December 5; January 9, 2023; February 6, 2023; February 20, 2023; March 6 and March 20, 2023. 

  • Pediatricians (MD, DO or NP/PA)

  • Primary Care Providers

  • Psychologists (PhD or PsyD)

  • Speech Language Pathologists

  • Occupational Therapists

  • Dietitians

  • Social workers

  • Professionals who manage patients directly including Help Me Grow providers

  • Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC)

  • Complete orientation

  • Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone

  • Commitment to the series and each 1-hour session

  • Complete online pre- and post- surveys

ECHO Orientation: Overview of Logistics and Background, Case Presentations, and Basic Overview of Feeding Disorders

Assessment and Referral of Feeding Disorders: Identifying the Parts of the Puzzle

Medical Management of Feeding Disorders 

Nutritional Considerations in Managing and Treating Feeding Disorders

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 1: Oral Sensorimotor Development

Oral Motor Therapy, Part 2: Swallowing Concerns and How to Manage

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

ARFID: The Fancy Name for Picky Eating (2 parts – older children/younger children)

9

Feeding in the Context of Developmental Disabilities

10

The Crucial Role of Social Work in Managing Feeding Disorders

11

Putting it All Together: Developing a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

12

Coaching Parents: Parent Training

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients. Using case-based discussions, didactics and network conversation, our aim is to build clinician’s knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions. This series will dive deeper into common behavioral and pharmacological treatment complexities, school supports and the latest guidance on PANDAS. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources. Series Participants:

Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical, neurology, psychology, etc.)

What to Expect:

Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration: Registration for series beginning October 13, 2022 is now closed. Series dates are: October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3. Who Can Participate:

Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.) Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.) Neurologists Physician Assistants Nurse Practitioners Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Internet connection and a front facing camera/smart phone Commitment to the one-hour learning sessions Complete online pre- and post-surveys

Sample Topics:

Session

Topic

1

School Considerations 2.0

2

ADHD, OCD and FMD: Troubleshooting Common CBIT Challenges

3

Pharmacological Treatment of Tics and Common Co-Occurring Conditions

4

PANDAS and PANS

Professional Development through ECHO Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders 2.0, a free virtual learning network for medical providers and other allied disciplines, provides education relevant to identification and management of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders in pediatric patients. Using case-based discussions, didactics and network conversation, our aim is to build clinician’s knowledge of best practices in identifying, managing and treating pediatric patients with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and other co-occurring conditions.

This series will dive deeper into common behavioral and pharmacological treatment complexities, school supports and the latest guidance on PANDAS. Participants will also gain a better understanding of resources available to them and families through the Tourette Association and other local and national resources.

  • Can earn free CME/CE through this interactive, case-based learning series
  • Will learn with interdisciplinary providers (medical, neurology, psychology, etc.)

What to Expect:

  • Participate in a 60-minute session using a virtual platform
  • Submit a case to present to the group and engage in interactive discussions, share knowledge, experiences and resources
  • Collaborate with an expert team in providing recommendations

Registration:

Registration for series beginning October 13, 2022 is now closed.

Series dates are: October 13, October 20, October 27 and November 3.

Who Can Participate:

  • Primary Care Providers (Family Medicine, Pediatricians, etc.)
  • Community Therapists (Psychologists, Master’s level professionals, etc.)
  • Neurologists
  • Physician Assistants
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Social Workers

Participant Requirements:

Sample Topics:

School Considerations 2.0

ADHD, OCD and FMD: Troubleshooting Common CBIT Challenges

Pharmacological Treatment of Tics and Common Co-Occurring Conditions

PANDAS and PANS