Intersex Traits (Differences in Sex Development); Clinical and ethical considerations in care across the lifespan

Monday, October 25, 2021, 12:30 PM - Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 5:30 PM

This course is designed for physicians, nurse practitioners, residents [OB/GYN, pediatrics, and family practice], fellows [Pediatric Gynecology, Reproductive Medicine, Adolescent Medicine], reproductive ethicists, lawyers, and other professionals involved in the medical and surgical gynecologic care of patients with intersex traits (differences in sex development).  The format allows for maximum faculty/attendee dialogue through lectures as well as interactive discussions. It includes lectures with question-and-answer sessions, workshops and interactive panels. Faculty members will be available to respond to questions following presentations, and during the breaks. The goal is to enhance the reproductive health care of patients with intersex traits through improved understanding of applied reproductive ethics in this field and in adoption of innovations in both the medical and surgical care of these patients.  This course has been developed to address three core competency areas that are needed to best serve this patient population, understand the ethics of reproductive and sexual healthcare for this population, and advocate for patient needs:

1. Professionals will learn vocabulary and terminology about sex, gender and genitals, introductory intersex health, and specialty reproductive health care needs for these patients (Day 1, for those who would like clinical foundation).

2. Professionals will be able to describe the history of care provided to intersex patients and how this care relates to the care of patients who experience genital variations or undergo genital modifications as minors (e.g., transgender patients and those with a history of female genital cutting (FGC))

3. Professionals will demonstrate understanding of the reproductive ethics surrounding genital, gonadal and reproductive anatomy and medical interventions, and how this informs the care of patients with intersex traits as well as the laws and policies around intersex patients and their care. Professionals will also have the opportunity to hear the voices of the communities and their goals and desires for clinician knowledge and advocacy.

 

1. To improve understanding of the reproductive and sexual health needs of patients with diverse sex traits (also referred to as intersex traits or difference in sexual development), and how our clinical approaches are influenced by (or influence) the care of other patients with genital modifications including transgender patients and patients with a history of female genital cutting.
2. To increase the ability of professionals to advocate for these patients both inside and outside the clinical space.
3. To encourage engagement in ethical and research topics affecting intersex patients.

To register, please click the register tab above and complete the form. If this is your first time registering for a course at Boston Children's Hospital, you will need to create an account. Please use an email address that you check frequently, as it will be used to send important information about the course.

Content will be available to registrants 30 days after the course ends. 

• Physician Registration (with CME) (Full Course): $120.00 
• Physician Registration (with CME) (Tuesday Only): $80.00 

• Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse, and Allied Health Professionals Registration (with CE) (Full Course) : $90.00
• Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse, and Allied Health Professional Registration (with CE) (Tuesday Only): $60.00

• Lawyers, Ethicists Registration (Full Course): $40.00
• Lawyers, Ethicists Registration (Tuesday Only): $25.00 

• Trainee/Student Registration (Full Course): $20.00
• Trainee/Student Registration (Tuesday Only): $12.00 

• Community Members, Patient Advocates Registration (Full Course): $20.00
• Community Members, Patient Advocates Registration (Tuesday Only): $12.00 

Pre-registration is required. Once you have registered you will receive a confirmation email with a registration receipt. Course access instructions will be sent a few days prior to the course launch. If you have questions or need assistance with registration, please direct all inquiries to cmedepartment@childrens.harvard.edu.

Online Course Cancellation, Transfer & Refund Policy
Due to the propriety materials and content of each course, online virtual courses orders are NOT eligible for refund, cancellation or transfer.

Other Terms and Conditions:
Online training courses may NOT be transferred to another Participant. Participants have 2 weeks to access any virtual online course content. Participants have until the expiration date to access and complete any enduring material courses. Boston Children’s Hospital CE is not responsible for user technical difficulties including loss of internet, power outages, etc. 

Cancellation of Services
Although highly unlikely, in case an event is canceled or postponed, Boson Children’s can provide a full refund or offer a credit towards future events to those who have already registered.

Refund Policy
Refunds will be made in the following ways: For payments received by credit or debit cards, the same credit/debit card will be refunded.

Registration Waiver Request
Refunds will be made in the following ways: If you would like to attend but are unable to pay please reach out. We have no formal hardship policy but will address requests on a case by case basis. The course has been made to be accessible while covering the overhead running of the virtual course.

CME - AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (14.00 hours), Non-Physician (Attendance) (14.00 hours), CNE (Nursing) (14.00 hours), PA (Physician Assistant) (14.00 hours)

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