Member May: Innovations in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (1.25 CME)-Member May: Innovations in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (1.25 CME)

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Video Summary

In the video, Elizabeth Martin filled in for Kim Hartman at a Pediatric Rehabilitation Council session, where the Council introduced itself and discussed educational offerings and upcoming events. Dr. Jaffe presented on the role of pediatric physiatrists in clinical informatics, focusing on interventions for patients with intrathecal baclofen pumps and cerebral palsy. There was a discussion on an Epic-based EMR system's use and potential improvements. Another part of the video covered inpatient rehabilitation for neuromuscular disorder patients, detailing case studies and outcomes like the impact on rehab teams and the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Therapy approaches for patients with conditions like spinal muscular atrophy and Duchenne muscular dystrophy were highlighted, emphasizing tailored care, medication management, and psychological support. The talk stressed optimizing therapy sessions, securing insurance authorization, educating therapists, and increasing physiatrist representation in EHR systems. The presentation supported enhanced access to specialized care for better patient outcomes, advocating for broader inclusion of neuromuscular disorders in pediatric inpatient rehab units.

Keywords

Pediatric Rehabilitation Council

Dr. Jaffe

clinical informatics

neuromuscular disorders

inpatient rehabilitation

therapy approaches

medication management

psychological support

insurance authorization

interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR systems