Topic
Examining the Role of the Pediatric Emergency Department as a Safety Net

Presented By
Catherine Cheng, DO, Pediatric Resident, PGY-3, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children

Learning Objectives

• Identify the role of the pediatric emergency department in the community
• Explore the implications for long-term outcomes
• Evaluate benefits and limits of the emergency department as a healthcare safety net
• Assess ways to optimize emergency department services to maintain patient care and safety

Target Audience
Physicians, nurse practitioners, nursing personnel, fellows, residents, medical students and other health care professionals who take care of children

Accreditation Statement
Tower Health is accredited by the Pennsylvania Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Tower Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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