American Academy of Pediatrics

Town Hall
2024-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Woodland Hills
Join us at the next Town Hall with Dr. Ken Saul. This Town Hall will include a discussion on the TOP 10 issues of the quarter: including Vaccine Updates, Ophthalmology, ENT, Derm and ID. We will also discuss pressing business issues.
Date – Tuesday, June 18th 2024
Location – Maggiano’s in Woodland Hills
RSVP to Kenneth Saul, MD (docksaul@aol.com) or call (805)-494-1948.
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An Evening With Dr. Benjamin Hoffman
2024-06-19 18:00 - 20:00 | 1118 East Cabrillo Boulevard Santa Barbara, CA 93103, 1118 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103, United States
Please join Cottage Health and the American Academy of Pediatrics as our guests for dinner with Benjamin Hoffman, MD at the Cabrillo Pavilion on East Beach, Santa Barbara.
Enjoy an evening connecting with Dr. Hoffman and your fellow pediatric care colleagues.
Public parking is available at the Waterfront Parking Lot adjacent from the building.
Seating is limited, registration is required.
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Perinatal Mental Health & Opioids Use OD2A Collaborative Meeting
2024-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
The goal of this program is to develop and implement a community-based action plan to promote quality improvements in our seven-county region for families related to neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome. As part of this effort, we would like to convene a minimum of two stakeholders to represent each county to provide inputs that could help us bridge the silos and improve our overall effectiveness in the planning, implementation and assessment of strategies to promote perinatal mental health and reduce overdose and overdose deaths in pregnant and parenting individuals.
Register Here!
Preliminary Agenda
10:00 AM – Welcome (Tomás Torices, MD – Executive Director, AAP-CA2)
10:05 AM – Opening Discussion (Melissa Ruiz, MD, FAAP – President, AAP-CA2)
10:20 AM – County Roundtable (Each County Representative)

What is working in your county?
What do you have that you can share?
What are your long-term strategic imperatives?

Followed by breakouts, close out discussion and action planning.
Facilitators representing the American Academy of Pediatrics
Rachel Daskalov, Senior Director, Public Health Initiatives
American Academy of Pediatrics
Shavonne Reed, Communications Consultant and Project Manager
AAP Contracted Firm OPUA Agency

Emerging Conversations: Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Available Soon: What You Need To Know
2024-08-27 12:00 | Zoom
The California Immunization Coalition, in partnership with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) – California Chapters, Infectious Disease Association of California and Sutter Health invite you to attend a webinar to discuss COVID-19 Vaccine Updates. The conversation will feature two brief presentations around the new COVID-19 vaccine for adults and children. Followed by a Q&A with Featured speakers Jeffrey Silvers, MD, System Medical Director of Pharmacy and Infection Control with Sutter Health and Dean Blumberg, MD, Chief, Division of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, UC Davis Children’s Hospital in Sacramento. The conversation will be moderated by CIC Board member Dr. Eric Ball, Pediatrician at CHOC Primary Care Network and CIC President Dr. Pia Pannaraj, Professor of Pediatrics, Division of Infectious Diseases at University of California San Diego.
Register Here
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2024 AAP-CA District IX Elections Town Hall Event
2024-09-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom
Our nation will have a significant election for the country on November 5, 2024. The AAP will hold our own elections in September 11 – 25, 2024 to select state and national leaders to continue to guide the organization through the many domestic and global circumstances surrounding us. Please join us on September 9th beginning at 6:30 pm for our Town Hall event. This online gathering will feature our District IX candidates running for District Chair, then an update on legislative initiatives we supported in this legislative year including learning about the work of AAP California.

Biography For Dr. Eric Ball
Biography For Dr. Alice Kuo

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Webinar From The Section On Nicotine And Tobacco Prevention And Treatment
2024-09-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Join us for an in-depth webinar where we will explore the design and effectiveness of a vaping cessation intervention specifically for adolescent e-cigarette users, including the results from a recent randomized clinical trial.
This webinar, presented by Amanda Graham, PhD, Chief Health Officer, Truth Initiative, and Megan Jacobs, MPH, Senior Vice President, Product, Truth Initiative, will:
1. Describe the development of a vaping cessation intervention for adolescents.
2. Present the results of a randomized clinical trial among ~1500 adolescents.
3. Discuss opportunities for attendees to help young e-cigarette users access treatment.
Register Here!

AAP-CA1 Event - Saving a Life: Supporting Adolescents at Risk for Suicide
2024-09-18 19:00 - 20:00 | CA
September is Suicide Prevention Month and AAP-CA1 is hosting an important Chapter Chat focused on Suicide Prevention. We will discuss how to effectively communicate with adolescents who may be struggling with suicide ideation or other mental health issues, how to identify high-risk and low-risk situations and highlight resources like Cal-MAP to support the youth in your practice. The event will be hosted on September 18 at 7PM.
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Ken Saul Town Hall
2024-10-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Maggiano’s in Woodland Hills, 6100 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Upcoming Town Hall at the Woodland Hills Maggiano’s, featuring Dr. Ken Saul and a conversation around the topic of Pediatric Obesity treatment. Sponsored by Novo Nordisk. RSVP to Kenneth Saul, MD
docksaul@aol.com or 805-494-1948.
Event Date Is October 16th!
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5th Annual Updates in Hospital Pediatrics Conference
2024-11-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Dale Herklotz Melbourne Auditorium, Saban Auditori, Los Angeles, CA
Join Dr. Barrett Fromme at the 5th Annual Updates in Hospital Pediatrics Conference!
This one-day event held at CHLA will feature experts in the field of PHM presenting an instructive and interactive program aimed at increasing knowledge and skills related to the practice of inpatient pediatrics. On November 1st, presenters will provide a well-rounded, accessible program that includes lectures, case-based learning and live Q&A. A networking reception will follow the talks.

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LACMA Business Of Medicine Conference + Career Fair
2024-11-02 08:30 - 13:30 | CA
You’re invited to join us as physicians and physicians in training from Los Angeles and across the state gather on Saturday, November 2 at the Westin Pasadena for the inaugural Business Of Medicine Conference & Career Fair, presented by the Los Angeles County Medical Association (LACMA), and co-sponsored by the AAP-CA2.
The 2024 Business of Medicine Conference will deliver keys to mastering the business side of medicine and provide impactful tools for maneuvering through the complexities of running a small or solo practice. Attendees gain invaluable real-world insights and access tools crafted to slash expenses and increase efficiencies, while elevating the quality of patient care. Solution providers will be on hand to answer questions and directly engage with physicians. It is an amazing opportunity for pediatricians and residents alike!
Location: 191 N. Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
Date: November 2nd, 8:30AM – 1:30PM
Items Covered During The Conference Will Include:

Practice Operations
Financial Wellness
Legal & Compliance Issues
Modernizing Your Practice
Advocacy & Legislative Updates
Insights for Early Career Physicians
And More!

This event will also feature a career fair with vendors and sponsors, making it a unique networking opportunity for physicians in all aspects of the pediatric field. The event is FREE for LACMA Members. If you’re not a LACMA member, you can become one by clicking here to register. The cost to attend for non-members is $250. Click the button below to register today, or for more information, visit the official event website!

LACDPH VPDC Quarterly Pediatric Immunization Information Session for Healthcare Providers
2024-11-14 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
Join us for a webinar featuring guest speaker Dr. Michele Roland from Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, who will present on suicide prevention strategies for adolescents.
The session will also include updates and recommendations for immunizations during respiratory virus season, presented by Dr. Nava Yeganeh from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
After completion of this activity, participants will feel more confident in their ability to:
1. Integrate the latest pediatric ACIP updates and other fall immunization guidelines into practice.
2. Utilize current terminology when discussing suicide and the prevention of suicide.
3. Identify youth suicide risk in three steps.
Virtual Event
November 14th
12PM – 1PM
Register Here!
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For additional information contact: csepulveda@ph.lacounty.gov.
*CEU credits for nurses and CME credit will be available.

FREE Behavioral Health Programs for Kids, Teens & Young Adults
2024-11-19 18:30 - 20:00 | CA
Join us on November 19th to learn about two new state-sponsored behavioral health programs that are FREE for your patients. These programs offer live parent coaching or adolescent and young adult coaching. Presented by BrightLife Kids (Personalized support for California families. Kids ages 0–12) and Soluna (The space to destress, bounce back, and reset – free and anonymous for Californians ages 13 to 25).
Presenters:
Mallissa Watts
Manager, Community Engagement, Brightlife Kids

Laura Tully, Ph.D.
Vice President, Clinical Integrations & Partnerships, Kooth Digital Health
Event @ 6:30PM
Register Here!

Prevention of Infection in Schools: From Mythbusting to Implementation (In-Person With Zoom Options)
2025-01-08 14:00 - 2025-01-09 15:00 | CA
Prevention of Infection in Schools: From Mythbusting to Implementation – Please Note: This Event Is Postponed

Para registrarse en Español, favor de leer al final de esta página.

This event will be In-Person at The California Endowment, with simultaneous broadcast via Zoom.

The American Academy of Pediatrics California Chapter 2 (AAP-CA2) and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), in collaboration with the National American Academy of Pediatrics and through a grant from the CDC, bring a one-hour program to highlight the processes implemented in public schools to keep students and staff safe from communicable diseases. There is no cost to attend this event. Snacks and free parking included.
The event recording will be made available to all registrants (both in-person and zoom attendees).

Speakers:
Smita Malhotra, MD, FAAP
LAUSD Medical Director

Kenneth Zangwill, MD, FAAP
Specialist, Pediatric Infectious Diseases @ Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
American Academy of Pediatrics CA2 – Infection Prevention

Thursday, January 9, 2025
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

The California Endowment in Los Angeles.

1000 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Free parking in rear, via Bauchet St.
In-Person: Register Here!
Zoom Option: Register Here!
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Atención Padres y Tutores de LAUSD!
Prevención de Infecciones en las Escuelas: De Mitos Rotos a Implementación
La Academia Americana de Pediatría CA-2 y LAUSD les invita a un programa informativo donde presentaremos los procesos implementados en las escuelas públicas para que los estudiantes y el personal escolar se mantengan protegidos de las enfermedades transmisibles. Este evento es GRATIS. Invitamos pediatras, personal de salud escolar, padres y tutores. Habrá refrescos y botanas. Estacionamiento gratis. Interpretación al Espańol disponible (Debe traer su teléfono celular para oír la transmisión). La grabación del evento se hará disponible a todos los registrados (en persona y por Zoom).
Presentado por la Dra. Smita Malhotra, directora médica de LAUSD, y el Dr. Ken Zangwil, especialista en enfermedades infecciosas.
Para registrarse y asistir en persona, haga click Aquí
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This event is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute or substitute for medical advice or professional services. Those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. No physician-patient relationship is created by this event or its use. No contributor to this event makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided or to its use.

AAP-CA2 Los Angeles Social
2025-01-27 18:30 - 20:30 | CA
Chapter 2 Pediatricians, Pediatric Subspecialists, Residents, Fellows, Mental Health Professionals and Medical Students:

Join us for a networking/social event at the Village Well Bookstore, in Culver City
Help us improve the lives of kids in Los Angeles
Host, AAP-CA2 Board Member:
Kim Petko, MD, MPH, FAAP
Ilan Shapiro, MD, MBA, FAAP, FACHE

Monday, January 27, 2025
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Village Well Books & Coffee
9900 Culver Blvd. Culver City, California

AAP-CA2 is continuing with networking events in each of the counties in our region. Members from all counties are invited, so if you are in the area, please join us on January 27, 2025 any time between 6:30 and 8:30 PM in Culver City.

Meet chapter board members and committee chairs
Learn about chapter projects and opportunities
Connect with pediatric subspecialists. Bring your business cards!
Medical students, residents/fellows, early career physicians, join us!
Mental Health Professionals, join us to network together!
There will be food and music!

Bring a Guest: Invite a pediatrician who is not a current Chapter 2 member and receive 10% off symposium registration for you and your guest.

Monday, January 27, 2025 (6:30 – 8:30 PM)
Village Well Books & Coffee: 9900 Culver Blvd, Culver City, California
Register Here!
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AAP-CA2 Santa Barbara Social
2025-01-28 18:00 - 20:30 | 10 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, 10 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, United States
AAP-CA2 is continuing with networking events in each of the counties in our region. Members from all counties are invited, so if you are in the area, please join us on January 28, 2025 any time between 6:00 and 8:30 PM in Santa Barbara.

Meet chapter board members and committee chairs
Connect with pediatric subspecialists, medical students, residents/fellows, early career physicians welcome to join
Mental health professional networking opportunity
Food, music, and entertainment provided at a gorgeous art gallery.

Special guest, Kimberly Wolf, DO will be demonstrating osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) techniques specific for the viral season, for:
▪ Otitis media
▪ Sinus drainage
▪ Cough/respiratory issues
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 (6:00 – 8:30 PM)
10 West Gallery
10 W Anapamu St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Register Here!
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Town Hall Event - Diabetes Prevention: New Testing &Treatment Options, Plus Real Life Implications
2025-02-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Maggiano’s in Woodland Hills, 6100 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Join the AAP-CA2 on February 19th for an informative Town Hall with Dr. Ken Saul. This in-person event will take place at 6:30PM, and feature a keynote discussing “New Testing & Treatment Options, Plus Real Life Implications.”
The event will be held at Maggiano’s – 6100 Topanga Canyon Blvd. Woodland Hills. To RSVP, please contact Dr. Ken Saul at docksaul@aol.com, or call him at (805)-494-1948. Download the event flier here!

From Screening To Treatment: A Case-Based Exploration Of Pediatric Anxiety And Depression
2025-03-11 15:00 - 19:00 | 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
We are excited to invite you to a groundbreaking event focused on the latest topics in children’s mental health care and pediatric psychiatry. This one-of-a-kind conference, hosted by Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and the AAP-CA2, is offering an exclusive opportunity to learn from experts in the field. This educational event will feature expert speakers, interactive discussions, and the latest insights into mental health practices for children and adolescents. Plus, enjoy food and drinks while connecting with fellow pediatric professionals.
Event Location
The Saban Research Institute
Across from CHLA
4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
Event Date
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Event Cost
In-person attendance: $50 (AAP-CA2 members will receive free parking)
Virtual/Zoom: $60
(Higher cost for virtual attendance offsets the high cost of A/V logistics)
Topics for the event are listed below.

Childhood Anxiety: Avoidance Is Not An Option
Before You Refer Out: Depression Diagnosis and Management in Pediatric Primary Care
Lifestyle Medicine in Pediatric Mental Health: Practical Strategies for Clinicians and Suicide Prevention Advocacy
Practical Psychopharmacology: Tips and Tools for Effective Pediatric Medication Management, Including Assessment of Anxiety and Depression in Neurodivergent Youth
Review of Pediatric Cases / Case Based Review

Register Here
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CME Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation
requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education
(ACCME) through the joint providership of PeerPoint Medical Education Institute and the
American Academy of Pediatrics – CA2. PeerPoint Medical Education Institute is accredited by
the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates the hybrid format for this educational activity
for a maximum of 3.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Trauma-Informed Care: How to Start if You Only Have 5 Minutes (and How to Do More with 10 or 15 Minutes)
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
April 1, 2025 – 12:00pm – 1:00pm CT | Register
Most pediatric health care professionals have learned about the basic physiology of trauma, understand that childhood adversity can have health consequences through the life span, and have sat through at least a lecture or two on how to implement trauma-informed care. But in busy practice, it can feel like there’s not enough time to integrate this knowledge. In this webinar, Drs Heather Forkey and Moira Szilagyi will share practical tips to integrate principles of trauma-informed care when you only have 5, 10, or 15 minutes. The presentation will be followed by a Q and A session. Register here.
This webinar is freely available to AAP members as well as non-members – please share with anyone who might be interested!

Implementing Quality Improvement Procedures to Improve Vaping Screening: A Training for Health Care Providers
2025-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Hosted by the Anti-Vaping Champions at UCLA and the AAP-CA2, this vaping focused webinar will give attendees a look at the current landscape of youth vaping and associated health risks, along with a Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) quality improvement framework, tools to build effective screening workflows in clinical settings, and more. You won’t want to miss this event! Download the event flyer below or click on the button to register today!
Event Link
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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation
requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education
(ACCME) through the joint providership of PeerPoint Medical Education Institute and the
American Academy of Pediatrics – CA2. PeerPoint Medical Education Institute is accredited by
the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
PeerPoint Medical Education Institute designates the live format for this educational activity for
a maximum of 2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The live approval period is: April 30, 2025

36th Annual Advances In Pediatrics Symposium
2025-05-30 08:00 - 16:00 | The Garland Hotel
Now Hosted At The Garland!
Set to take place at the Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, this year’s Symposium is bigger and better than ever! Checkout below for the full rundown of what you can look forward to at this year’s Advances in Pediatrics Symposium.

Lectures with exceptional speakers and panels
Network with fellow pediatricians
State of the art conference center/Free Wi-Fi/Great food
Live recording of the Ped’s Rap Podcast
Industry exhibitors and product demonstrations
In-person event with Zoom option

Event Address:
4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602

Register and learn more on the official event page!

Building Trauma-Informed Clinical Teams A Train-the-Trainer Session At The AAP-CA2 Symposium
2025-05-30 13:00 - 16:00 | The Garland Hotel
Hosted At The Garland During The Advances In Pediatrics Symposium
Come learn about the Pediatric Approach to Trauma, Treatment, and Resilience (PATTeR) Clinic Staff Training and how you can bring this training back to your clinical community. This Train-the-Trainer session will introduce you to the Pediatric Approach to Trauma, Treatment, and Resilience (PATTeR) Clinic Staff Training. This interactive training will cover core TIC principles, facilitation strategies, and practical tools to train staff effectively. The program emphasizes building trauma-informed clinical teams, supporting team well-being, and fostering relational health. Participants will gain the confidence to lead the PATTeR training, adapt content to their setting, and champion TIC practices within their organizations. Best of all, this event will be taking place at the same venue and on the same day as the 36th Annual Advances In Pediatrics Symposium! Please note, registration is free.
For more information, visit the AAP website: https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/national-center-for-relational-health-and-trauma-informed-care/
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AAP-CA2 Town Hall With Dr. Ken Saul
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Morton’s Steakhouse, 6250 Canoga Ave Suite 111, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
It’s time for another Town Hall with Ken Saul!
*Our Town Hall will include a discussion on the TOP 10 medical, insurance and business
controversies of the quarter: including Vaccine Updates, Opthalmology, Urology, ENT,
Derm, ID and Mental Health. Feel free to send your thoughts and/or questions.

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Immigrant Health: Review of Policies in a Changing Landscape
2025-06-26 17:30 - 18:30 | CA
Have you heard about the ever-evolving policy and rights changes for the immigrant population and their loved ones, and want to know which are important and what to expect? Then make sure to join the IHC Webinar on Local and National immigrant policy changes from Daniel Sharp, Immigration Lawyer and Chief at the Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs.

Register Here: Meeting Registration – Zoom

Long Beach Dinner Lecture: Let’s Talk About Diabetes
2025-10-14 18:30 | 180 E Ocean Blvd Suite 160, Long Beach, CA 90802, 180 E Ocean Blvd Suite 160, Long Beach, CA 90802
Long Beach – Tuesday, October 14
Topic: Let’s Talk About Diabetes
Speaker: Dr. Swati Elchuri
Location: Ruth Chris Steak House |180 E. Ocean Blvd, Suite 160, Long Beach, CA 90802 |6:30 PM
Event Contact: franchesca.Quevedo@sanofi.com | Or Call: 310-795-3674
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Register Here: https://forms.gle/B4ebFNALLqUaRED37

El Segundo Dinner Lecture: Let’s Talk About Diabetes
2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Topic: Let’s Talk About Diabetes
Speaker: Dr. Swati Elchuri
Location: Fleming’s |2301 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 1125, El Segundo, CA 90245 | Tuesday, October 21 @ 6:30 PM
Event Contact: cheryl.lacsina@sanofi.com | 310-405-5669
October 21 Event
Register Here: https://forms.gle/FcgEsqTNpwQpiPsY7

Center for Family Health (CFH): Helping Pediatricians Keep Kids Healthy
2025-10-21 18:00 - 19:00 | CA
The American Academy of Pediatrics, California (AAP-CA), in collaboration with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Center for Family Health (CFH), is excited to present this inaugural webinar—designed specifically for AAP-CA members. This session will provide an introduction to the various programs within the CFH, with a focus on how pediatricians can utilize these resources to support their patients and families.
Please Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-kOAX_LSSzi2kf5_AdE0vw#/registration
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AAP-CA2 Town Hall With Dr. Ken Saul - Updated Options For RSV Prevention
2025-10-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Hilton Woodland Hills, 6360 Canoga Ave. Woodland Hills, CA 91367, 6360 Canoga Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Don’t miss the next AAP-CA2 Town Hall with Dr. Ken Saul. Details are below, make sure to save the date!

Event Date: 10/29/25 @ 6:30PM
Location: Hilton Woodland Hills, Ballroom (6360 Canoga Ave. Woodland Hills, CA 91367)
Topic: Updated Options For RSV Prevention
Speaker: Laura Scalfano, MD (Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics UT Southwestern Medical Center, University of South Florida College of Medicine)
To RSVP, email Kenneth Saul, MD at docksaul@aol.com, or call 805-494-1948.
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46th Annual Las Vegas Seminars - American Academy of Pediatrics California
2025-11-14 08:00 - 2025-11-16 17:00 | CA
The Annual Las Vegas Seminars will be held this year at the exciting Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The usual attendance at our conference is between 500-600 practitioners representing Pediatricians, Family Practitioners and Allied Health Professionals from all parts of the United States and some foreign countries.
We’re excited for your return to the comradery of combining in-person interactions with friends, colleagues, and faculty with continuing medical education, and we are excited to welcome you back!

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Pediatric Health on a Burning Planet: Assessment, Action, and Advocacy
2025-12-13 07:00 - 14:00 | CHLA Marion and John E. Anderson Pavilion, 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027, United States
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As wildfires and Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) events intensify across Southern California, the pediatric health community is coming together for a groundbreaking, transdisciplinary conference:
Pediatric Health on a Burning Planet: Assessment, Action, and Advocacy
Protecting Children and Planetary Health in the Wildfire Era
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A Joint Conference Presented by: Pediatric Firestorm TEAM and Best Starts to Life
Date: December 13, 2025
Location: CHLA Anderson Pavilion Education Center | Hybrid Virtual Option
This unique collaboration between the Pediatric Firestorm TEAM (Transdisciplinary Team – Education, Assessment and Mitigation-PFire TEAM) and Best Starts to Life will bring together clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and community partners to examine how wildfire smoke and debris impact children’s health—and to chart a path toward evidence-based action and advocacy.

Program Highlights:

Keynote talks from leading pediatric, environmental, and planetary health experts
Breakout sessions on respiratory & cardiac health, air quality monitoring, school/community preparedness, policy solutions and voices of families and communities impacted by wildfire
Collaborative action planning to create a shared white paper and advocacy toolkit

AGENDA

Breakout Session Topics/Summaries (Click Here for full Breakout details)

Mapping the Firestorm: Pediatric Respiratory, Cardiac, and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Through Research and Data Discovery
Asthma Care in the Wildfire Era:Wildfire Preparedness and Asthma Management: From Planning to Mitigation Strategies. [MOC4 Project Charter]
Building Resilient Communities: Education, Engagement, and Public Health Preparedness
Pediatric Post-Wildfire Care: Clinical, Laboratory, and Mental Health Monitoring
Policy, Advocacy, and Communication: Advancing Equity and Access for Families in Wildland–Urban Interface (WUI) Zones
Through Our Eyes: Community Voices on the Human Impact of Wildfire Smoke
One Life–One World: Building Equitable Environmental and Planetary Policies to Protect All Life and Communities from Wildfire and Climate Change.

Why Attend:

Engage with a multidisciplinary network (pediatric pulmonology, cardiology, climate science, community health, and policy)
Gain practical strategies for clinical practice, school preparedness, and family education
Help shape regional and national policy recommendations

Registration & More Information:
NO COST TO ATTEND
“Zoom Registrations” is the only platform we are using to register both In-person and Virtual attendees.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

DAY OF EVENT DETAILS
If you register to attend in person, please be aware of the following instructions.

The conference will be held at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (4650 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027) in the Anderson Pavilion Stauffer conference rooms (Map to be sent via email).
You are welcome to park in the main parking structure and we will provide you with a parking voucher.
From the parking lot, take the elevator to the Lobby where you will check in with the front desk staff/security.
Present your ID for check-in.
Then, make a left past the front desk and walk towards the cafeteria, you will see balloons leading to the conference room and a sign-in table.
Sign your name and ask for your parking voucher, if needed.

Please contact Dana at (323) 356-5293 or Angelica at (323)203-5731 if you have questions.

Town Hall With Dr. Ken Saul
2026-02-25 18:30 - 20:30 | 6250 Canoga Avenue, Ste. 111 Woodland Hills, CA 91367, 6250 Canoga Avenue, Ste. 111, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367
Don’t miss this month’s AAP-CA2 Town Hall with Ken Saul, MD. Details are below, make sure you RSVP!

Speaker: Stephanie Culler, PhD
Topic: What’s New with Probiotics and the Microbiome

Event Date: 2/25/26 @ 6:30PM
Location: Morton’s The Steakhouse (6250 Canoga Avenue, Ste. 111 Woodland Hills, CA 91367)
RSVP via email to docksaul@aol.com or call: (805)-494-1948. You can download the official town hall flyer by clicking on the image below. We hope to see you at this exciting and informative event!
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