2025 Midwest Pediatric Cardiology Society Annual Meeting

At the conclusion of this activity, the participants should be better able to:

1. Summarize recent advances in cardiac rehabilitation and cardiopulmonary exercise testing, focusing on their impact on pediatric patient outcomes.
2. Demonstrate interdisciplinary strategies for applying cardiac rehabilitation in pediatric patients.
3. Integrate recent developments in cardiac rehabilitation into multidisciplinary care plans to improve functional outcomes and quality of life for pediatric patients with heart conditions.
4. Analyze current screening guidelines and pharmacologic management strategies for lipid disorders in children.
5. Identify effective methods for assessing and treating lipid abnormalities to reduce cardiovascular risk factors in the pediatric population.
6. Describe recent innovations in cardiac genetics relevant to pediatric cardiology.
7. Identify emerging trends in the clinical application of cardiac genetics in pediatric cardiology.
8. Incorporate cutting-edge technologies into routine pediatric cardiology care to support personalized treatment and improve diagnostic accuracy.
9. Outline how technological advancements, including artificial intelligence, can streamline diagnostic processes and improve pediatric patient care.

In support of improving patient care, University of Nebraska Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Physicians

The University of Nebraska Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 9.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses

The University of Nebraska Medical Center designates this activity for 9.0 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should only claim credit for the actual time spent participating in the activity.

The Farnam, Autograph Collection

1299 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68102

A block of rooms has been reserved at The Farnam, Autograph Collection at the group rate of $229 per night (plus applicable taxes).

Reservations can be made through Cece Abbey-Webben via email at cabbey@unmc.edu.

To receive the group rate, reservation requests must be sent via email by Sept. 16, 2025. After this date, remaining rooms will be released and may be booked through The Farnam, Autograph Collection at the standard rate on a space availability basis.

Ampco System Parking Garage

1202 Harney Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Entrance located just off 12th Street

Garage Rates:

• 0-1 Hour: $4
• 1-2 Hours: $7
• 2-3 Hours: $9
• 3-4 Hours: $10
• Each additional hour +$1
• Daily maximum: $21

Valet Parking:

• Available for $35

Note:

• No in/out privileges
• Credit card only, no cash accepted

• Name badges are required for access to sessions, meals, and special events. Please wear your badge at all times.
• Adult guests are required to wear name badges when attending the Thursday evening dinner reception and the Friday evening zoo experience.

Since 1977, MWPCS has brought together pediatric cardiology professionals across the Midwest to advance education, research, and clinical practice. The mission of MWPCS is to foster a supportive community for physicians, nurses, and trainees dedicated to caring for children and young adults with congenital heart disease. Membership offers valuable opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Become part of a vibrant society committed to nurturing the next generation of pediatric cardiac providers—join MWPCS today!

Learn more and join here

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Contains required disclosures of financial relationships from all faculty, poster presenters, and planning committee members, as per ACCME standards.