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Forward15th Annual Updates in Pediatric Clinical Nutrition Conference
Registration closes Wednesday, November 4 at 8am MDT.
Target Audience
This conference is intended to present the most current research and application for clinical nutrition practice areas for the care of infants and children and will be of interest to staff at Children’s Colorado, community physicians, nurses, dietitians and other multidisciplinary healthcare providers.
Learning Objectives
Describe the purpose and development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs). Summarize key historical milestones in the development of dietary guidelines. Explain how the DGAs influence pediatric nutrition policy and practice.
Define key concepts related to Food as Medicine (FAM) and food insecurity (FI), including the relationship between nutrition, health outcomes, and social determinants of health.
Describe current national and state trends in Food as Medicine and food insecurity.
Describe emerging trends in infant formula and human milk products. Evaluate the available evidence on safety, nutritional composition, growth, and tolerance. Compare freeze-dried human milk with non-freeze-dried human milk.
Review the pathophysiology of refeeding syndrome. Evaluate children and adolescents in the outpatient setting for refeeding syndrome risk.
Review nutritional aspects of bone mineralization. Discuss vitamin D optimization and supplementation. Highlight common myths/pitfalls in supplements.
Summarize current evidence supporting the developmental origins of pediatric MASLD. Identify critical developmental windows during which maternal and early-life factors influence offspring metabolic health.
Additional Information
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 2026 15th Annual Nutrition Conference Brochure FINAL.pdf | 376.69 KB |
Course summary
- 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 Attendance
- 6.00 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 Commission on Dietetic Registration
AGENDA - Friday, November 6, 2026
7:30-8:00 - Registration and *Breakfast
8:00-8:15 - Welcome and Introductions
8:15-9:15 - Lyn Stevenson Introduction to Keynote Presentation: The US Dietary Guidelines: History, Current Guidelines, Strengths/Weaknesses, and the Support Needed for the Pediatric Population - Douglas Taren PhD.
9:15-9:45 - Break/Exhibit Hall
9:45-10:45 - Food As Medicine and Food Insecurity - Eve M. Kutchman, M.Ed.
10:45-11:45 - Infant Feeding Trends - Kelsey Berthusen, MS, RD, CNSC, Jessica Savage, MS, RDN
11:45-12:30 - *Lunch Break/Exhibit Hall
12:30-12:45 - Afternoon Welcome
12:45-1:45 - Refeeding Evaluation and Management in the Outpatient Setting - Stephanie Gilley, MD, PhD, FAAS
1:45-2:00 - Break/Exhibit Hall
2:00-3:00 - Pediatric Bone Health and Vitamin D - Shelley Brandstetter, DMP, CPNP-PC, Caitlin Cacioppo, MS, RD, CSP
3:00-4:00 - The Maternal and Early-life Origins of Childhood Liver Disease: A Stem Cell Modeling Approach - Anthony Wang, MD, PhD
4:00-4:15 - Wrap up/Evaluations/Adjourn
*Breakfast/Lunch Provided (Live Learners)
Hybrid Format - Live In-Person or Virtual - Select location with registration type.
This activity will take place in the Medical Conference and Education Center located on the 2nd Floor at Children's Hospital Colorado on the Anschutz Medical Campus. Virtual learners will be sent a Zoom link prior 1-3 days prior to.
Parking
Children's team members must use their designated parking. Guests may park in the Lot 10 located to the east of the hospital. Enter Lot on Victor Street.
Health Screening
Health screenings are required for guests coming into the hospital. Please plan extra time for this process. If you are having flu or COVID symptoms, please stay home and reach out to us.
Shelley Brandstetter, DMP, CPNP-PC
Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Children's Hospital Colorado
Caitlin Cacioppo, MS, RDN, CSP
Clinical Dietitian Children’s Hospital Colorado
Stephanie Gilley, MD, PhD, FAAP Assistant Professor, Pediatrics-Nutrition University of Colorado School of Medicine
Eve Kutchman, M.Ed.
Prevention and Education Outreach Manager
Children's Hospital Colorado
Kelsey Berthusen, MS, RD, CNSC
Clinical Dietitian Children’s Hospital Colorado
Jessica Savage, MS, RDN
Clinical Dietitian Children’s Hospital Colorado Douglas Taren, PhD Professor, Pediatric Nutrition University of Colorado School of Medicine Anthony Wang, MD, PhD Assistant Professor, Pediatrics-Nutrition University of Colorado School of Medicine
Douglas Taren, PhD Professor, Pediatric Nutrition University of Colorado School of Medicine
Anthony Wang, MD, PhD Assistant Professor, Pediatrics-Nutrition University of Colorado School of Medicine
Medical:
Children’s Hospital Colorado is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Children’s Hospital Colorado designates this activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Dietitians and DTR's:
Children’s Hospital Colorado Department of Clinical Nutrition is a CPE Accredited Provider from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. This conference will provide 6 continuing professional education units (CPE) for RDN’s and DTR’s.
Other:
A certificate of participation will be provided to other health care professionals. Participants should ensure in advance that their credentialing or licensing organization accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Available Credit
- 6.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 Attendance
- 6.00 Approved AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 6.00 Commission on Dietetic Registration
We wish to thank the participating Exhibitors.
For more information, contact: Maureen Rojas, Administrative Professional, Senior, Clinical Nutrition
Phone: (720) 777-8479 | [email protected]
Price
Select the Live or Virtual option and register for the conference.
Attendance check-in and evaluation required for crediting.
Cancellation Policy
The Planning Committee reserves the right to alter the agenda or cancel the conference in the event of an unforeseen circumstance, or if the minimum registration is not attained by October 23, 2026 with a full refund to participants.
- A registration refund, minus a $20.00 cancellation fee, will be issued if the cancellation request is received at least 14 calendar days prior to the activity date. No refunds will be granted after this deadline or for non-attendance. However, a substitute may attend in your place if you notify the conference coordinator at least three days before the activity.
- All cancellations must be received in writing at [email protected]
- No refunds will be given three (3) business days prior to the activity start date.
- Cancelled registrations can be transferred to another individual for the same activity.
- Individuals who fail to attend the activity (no-shows) will not receive any refund. Forfeited fees may not be applied to any other activity.
Required Hardware/software
Computer with audio and/or video, and internet connection required for virtual access. Course access link provided 1-3 days prior.
Recorded content: None