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A Rome Foundation GastroPsych Education program
1 continuing education credit for Licensed Psychologists is available by completing a quiz
Pediatric Disorders of Gut Brain Interactions (DGBIs) are complex, multi-factorial GI conditions which require thoughtful multidisciplinary treatment. As experts in the biopsychosocial model, pediatric GI Psychologists are uniquely positioned to interface with GI healthcare teams to partner with patients and families. In this course, attendees will gain knowledge in a range of foundational concepts to bring home to their practice. Given the emphasis on multidisciplinary treatment in DGBIs, the course includes speakers from a range of disciplines so as to offer holistic perspectives on critical topics and recommendations for care coordination. This session focuses on how clinicians can partner effectively with caregivers to improve the management of pediatric DGBI patients.
Covered Topic:
Foundational Skills for Partnering Effectively with Caregivers: Explaining a DGBI diagnosis, improving functioning & reducing accommodation
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the role of language in effective delivery of a DGBI diagnosis and psychoeducation
2. Apply patient and family friendly language to increase understanding of DGBI diagnosis
3. Describe the vital role of caregivers in the maintenance and treatment of pediatric DGBIs
4. Apply targeted caregiver-based interventions to improve function of patients and reduce unintentional accommodation
Speaker:
Brad Jerson, PhD
Pediatric Psychologist
Connecticut Children’s
Connecticut Children’s