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SUMMARY:Know Your Worth: Salary Insights & Contract Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Early Career Faculty and Fellows SIG \nYour contract is more than numbers on a page — it defines your career\, lifestyle\, and financial future. Join Dr. Caroline Castleforte\, a physician educator for Resolve\, as she breaks down the latest physician salary data and the most common contract mistakes physicians make. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nBenchmark your compensation against national and specialty-specific data\nSpot red flags in contracts (call coverage\, non-competes\, side gigs\, and more)\nUnderstand clauses around maternity leave\, intellectual property\, and buy-outs\nUse your leverage to negotiate for a contract that supports your career goals and well-being\n\nBring your questions for a practical\, interactive session designed to help you take control of your career and get paid what you’re worth. This webinar is offered in partnership with PCICS. As a member benefit\, PCICS members also receive a discount on Resolve’s services: https://go.resolve.com/pcics. \nClick to Register
URL:https://pcics.org/event/know-your-worth-salary-insights-contract-pitfalls/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T000000
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SUMMARY:Cardiogenic Shock and Ventricular Assist Devices in Pediatrics – Case Presentation and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our first PCICS Latin America webinar! \nTopic: Cardiogenic Shock and Ventricular Assist Devices in Pediatrics – Case Presentation and Discussion\n\nSpeaker: Antonio Cabrera\, MD\nHead of Cardiology and Co-Director\, The Heart Center\nProfessor of Pediatrics\, Ohio State University & Nationwide Children’s Hospital \nCoordinators:\nCarolina V. Campos\, MD (CardioPedBrasil®\, Brazil)\nGisela M. Ponce\, RN (Hospital de Pediatría Garrahan\, Argentina) \nDate: November 15th\nTime: 11:00 a.m. Brasília / 10:00 a.m. EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/cardiogenic-shock-and-ventricular-assist-devices-in-pediatrics-case-presentation-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
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SUMMARY:9th World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery
DESCRIPTION:World Congress of Pediatric Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery \n 
URL:https://pcics.org/event/9th-world-congress-of-pediatric-cardiology-cardiac-surgery/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T040000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Advanced Practice Provider Curriculum Course
DESCRIPTION:Overview: \nThis three-day course provides a comprehensive review of the didactic content in the PCICS Advanced Practice Provider Curriculum book – a compilation of peer-reviewed\, evidence-based education modules containing detailed information and recommended reading on topics necessary for managing CICU patients.  Topics include congenital heart disease lesions\, low cardiac output\, heart failure\, transplant\, mechanical circulatory support\, pulmonary hypertension\, EKG/arrhythmias\, professional development\, and more. The course will be taught by PCICS expert APPs.  It is an opportunity to network with APP colleagues from many institutions to learn together\, compare practices\, and build lasting relationships for future collaboration. \nIntended Audience: \nCICU Advanced Practice Providers (both NPs and PAs) who are beginning practice in a CICU or are within the first 5 years of practice \nThe three-day course will be held on the following dates and times. \nTime:\nJanuary 14: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Eastern\, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Central\, 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Mountain\, 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Pacific \nJanuary 22: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern\, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Central\, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Mountain\, 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Pacific \nFebruary 5: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Eastern\, 8 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Central\, 7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Mountain\, 6 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pacific \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and PCICS members in Latin America: You may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on January 6th\, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/virtual-app-course/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T150000
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SUMMARY:Charting the Course: Using Performance Rounds and Flight Plans to Improve Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:QI Grand Rounds: The PCICS QI Committee is pleased to launch the 2026 webinar series dedicated to enhancing the quality and effectiveness of care for critically ill pediatric cardiac patients. This virtual platform will foster collaborative learning\, discussion\, and networking through an expert panel and moderated Q&A session. We hope to offer the opportunity for presenters and audience members to connect with one another and share protocols/processes. \nObjectives: \n\nExplain the rationale for implementing structured flight plans and performance rounds to improve patient safety\, team communication\, and clinical outcomes.\nIdentify key components of an effective flight plan.\nDiscuss strategies for conducting performance rounds that foster accountability\, continuous learning\, and quality improvement in high-acuity pediatric cardiac care.\nEvaluate potential barriers and solutions to integrating these practices into daily CICU operations\, including cultural\, logistical\, and resource considerations.\n\nSpeakers: \n\nJudson Moore\, Primary Children’s Hospital\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\nAndrew Koth & Hannah Maher\, Seattle Children’s Hospital\nAshley Moellinger\, Children’s of Alabama\n\n  \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on January 19th\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \n  \n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/charting-the-course-using-performance-rounds-and-flight-plans-to-improve-outcomes/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T150000
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SUMMARY:The MedEd Track: Navigating a Career in Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care
DESCRIPTION:Free for Members  |  $10 Non-Members \nInteractive panel designed for trainees and early-career faculty interested in blending medical education with their clinical duties. This session explores what it looks like to build a career at the intersection of pediatric cardiac critical care and MedEd—whether as a clinician-educator\, program leader\, or academic innovator. \nObjectives:  \nHighlight the unique opportunities and career pathways available to pediatric cardiac intensivists who want to focus on medical education\, including domain-specific roles such as fellowship program leadership\, curriculum development for cardiac critical care\, and partnering with other ACGME entities such as medical schools and residency programs. \nIdentify practical steps for leveraging mentorship\, national networks\, and professional societies to advance as a medical educator in pediatric cardiac intensive care\, including ways to gain visibility starting in fellowship\, secure committee roles\, and build a recognizable educator brand within the subspecialty. \nExplore strategies for the transition from trainee to faculty by integrating bedside teaching and curriculum design into a formal educator portfolio that meets institutional promotion criteria and generates measurable scholarly output. \nSpeakers:\nNeha Purkey\, MD\, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital\nLisa Grimaldi\, MD\, Phoenix Children’s Hospital\nMary McBride\, MD\, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago \nModerators:\nJennifer Lehmberg\, MD\, Dell Children’s Hospital\nSpencer Church\, MD\, Phoenix Children’s Hospital \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on February 22nd\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/the-meded-track-navigating-a-career-in-pediatric-cardiac-critical-care/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T170000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Curriculum Course
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Curriculum Course\nDates: March 18 – 20\, 2026\nLocation: Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia\, Philadelphia\, PA\nPrice: $705 Members | $755 Non-Members \nOverview \nThis three-day course provides a comprehensive review of the didactic content in the PCICS Advanced Practice Provider Curriculum book – a compilation of peer-reviewed\, evidence-based education modules containing detailed information and recommended reading on topics necessary for managing CICU patients. Topics include congenital heart disease lesions\, low cardiac output\, heart failure\, transplant\, mechanical circulatory support\, pulmonary hypertension\, EKG/arrhythmias\, professional development\, and more. The course will be taught by PCICS expert APPs. It is an opportunity to network with APP colleagues from many institutions to learn together\, compare practices\, and build lasting relationships for future collaboration. \nIntended Audience \nCICU Advanced Practice Providers (both NPs and PAs) who are beginning practice in a CICU or are within the first 5 years of practice. \nRegistration \nRegistration is limited to 40 participants and closes at midnight on March 1st\, 2026. \nHotel \nThe preferred hotel is the Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel. Booking information will be included in the registration confirmation email. \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and PCICS members in Latin America: You may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on March 1st\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/advanced-practice-provider-app-curriculum-course-4/
LOCATION:Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia\, 3401 Civic Center Blvd.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T150000
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SUMMARY:Launching Effective Debriefing: Principles\, Practice\, and Psychological Safety
DESCRIPTION:Date:  April 14th\, 2026\nTime:  2:00 – 3:00 PM EST\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – Free  |  Non Member – $10\nThis introductory session will explore the foundations of effective hot and cold debriefing in the CICU environment. Participants will learn core principles of structured debriefing\, how to integrate debriefs reliably into clinical workflow\, and the essential role of psychological safety in promoting honest reflection and team learning. Through practical guidance and real-world examples\, the session will provide teams with strategies to create safe\, supportive\, and actionable debriefing practices that strengthen communication\, performance\, and patient safety. \n\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to:  \n\nDescribe the key components and intended outcomes of hot and cold debriefing in high-acuity clinical settings.\nExplain how psychological safety influences team engagement\, communication\, and learning during debriefing.\nIdentify practical steps to implement or enhance structured debriefing practices within their own CICU teams.\nUnderstand common barriers to effective debriefing and discuss strategies to foster a supportive\, non-punitive environment.\n\nSpeakers: \n\nMark Clay\, MD. Medical Director of Inpatient Pediatric Cardiovascular Services. Medical City Children’s Hospital\nKim DiMaria\, DNP. HCA HealthOne Rocky Mountain Children’s Hospital\nJustine M Fortkiewicz\, DNP\, RN\, NPD-BC\, CCRN\, CHSE. Children’s National Hospital\n\nModerators: \n\nCandace Mannarino\, MD\, MS. Assistant Professor of Pediatrics. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago\nZack Coffman\, MD. Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital\n\nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on April 13th\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/launching-effective-debriefing-principles-practice-and-psychological-safety/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T110000
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SUMMARY:Multidisciplinary Approach to PDA Closure in the Preterm
DESCRIPTION:Date:  April 18th\, 2026\nTime:  11:00 – 12:00 AM Brazil Time   10:00 – 11:00 AM EST\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – Free  |  Non Member – $10\nA multidisciplinary approach to patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) closure in preterm infants involves a comprehensive strategy that integrates multiple specialties to optimize diagnosis\, treatment\, and long-term follow-up of this common and potentially life-threatening condition. As the decision to intervene remains a topic of ongoing clinical debate\, different management models will be presented to support individualized care based on each neonate’s hemodynamic status and overall fragility. \nLearning Objectives \n\nNICU management of preterm infants with PDA\nEchocardiographic assessment of PDA and its hemodynamic significance\nTechnical aspects\, challenges\, and outcomes of percutaneous PDA closure\n\nIntroduction \nBruna Cury\, RN\, MSc\, S J Rio Preto\, Brasil \nModerators \n\n⁠Aaron Rodriguez Sanchez\, MD\, Monterrey\, Mexico\nElida Andrea Cazón\, RN\, Buenos Aires\, Argentina\n\nSpeakers and Topics \n\nBarbara Cárdenas del Bosque\, MD\, Nuevo Leon\, Mexico – NICU Management of Critically Ill Preterm Infants with PDA\nTatiane Cristina Rosa Medici\, MD\, SJ Rio Preto\, Brazil – Echocardiographic Evaluation of PDA and Its Hemodynamic Impact\nJuliana Neves\, MD\, Recife\, Brazil – Technical Aspects\, Challenges\, and Outcomes of Percutaneous PDA Closure\n\nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on April 17th\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/multidisciplinary-approach-to-pda-closure-in-the-preterm/
LOCATION:OH
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T130000
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SUMMARY:Networking for Early Career Intensivists
DESCRIPTION:Date:  April 21st\, 2026\nTime:  12:00 – 1:00 PM EST\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – Free  |  Non Member – $10\nDeveloping a strong professional network is an essential component of career growth in critical care medicine. For early career intensivists\, networking can open doors to mentorship\, collaborative research\, leadership opportunities\, and career advancement across clinical\, academic\, and organizational settings. Yet many clinicians find networking to be unclear\, uncomfortable\, or difficult to approach strategically. This webinar will demystify the process of professional networking and provide practical guidance on how to build meaningful connections within the critical care community. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDemystify Effective Professional Networking\nEquip Participants with Practical Strategies\nHighlight Career Pathways and Opportunities Created Through Networking\n\nSpeakers: \n\nJennifer Lee\, MD\nZaf Intikhab\, MD\n\nModerator: \n\nUche Anene-nzelu\, MD\n\nHosted by the Early Career Faculty and Fellows SIG \n\nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on April 20th\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/networking-for-early-career-intensivists/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000
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SUMMARY:Team Communication and Nursing Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Date:  May 16th\nTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AM EDT\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – FREE  |  Non Member – $10\nThis session explores how structured communication and psychological safety empower nurses to lead and advocate. By promoting professional autonomy and evidence-based collaboration\, it transforms team dynamics to improve patient safety and workforce resilience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nStrengthen Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Foster a “one-team” culture by identifying and mitigating communication barriers and power imbalances.\nEmpower Nursing Advocacy and Leadership: Equip nurses with assertive communication tools to lead clinical decision-making and speak up for patient safety.\nOptimize Patient Outcomes: Improve the quality of care and reduce medical errors through high-reliability communication frameworks.\n\nModerators: \nMaura Ramírez\, Registered Nurse at Boston’s Children’s Hospital \n⁠Aaron Rodriguez\, MD\, Pediatric  Critical Care Medicine at Unidad Médica Alta Especialidad Cardiologia\, Monterrey\, México. \nSpeakers: \nBruna Cury\, RN\, MSc\, S J Rio Preto\, Brasil  –  One Team\, One Voice: Advancing Nursing Empowerment Across Latin America \n⁠Cara Pleau\, Registered Nurse at Children’s National in Washington\, D.C  –  “The Voice of Care: Communication as Empowerment” \n\nSpanish and Portuguese Description and Learning Objectives Translations. \nThis webinar will have translation available from Spanish to Portuguese and Portuguese to Spanish. \n\n  \nRegistration closes on May 15th\, at 11:59pm EDT \n\n\n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/team-communication-and-nursing-empowerment/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T130000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Curriculum Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates: June 3 – 5\, 2026\nLocation: Akron Children’s Hospital\, Akron\, OH\nPrice: $700 Members  |  $725 Non-Members until April 27th\n$755 Members  |  $805 Non-Members April 27th – May 25th\nOverview \nThis three-day course provides a comprehensive review of the didactic content in the PCICS Advanced Practice Provider Curriculum book – a compilation of peer-reviewed\, evidence-based education modules containing detailed information and recommended reading on topics necessary for managing CICU patients.  Topics include congenital heart disease lesions\, low cardiac output\, heart failure\, transplant\, mechanical circulatory support\, pulmonary hypertension\, EKG/arrhythmias\, professional development\, and more. The course will be taught by PCICS expert APPs.  It is an opportunity to network with APP colleagues from many institutions to learn together\, compare practices\, and build lasting relationships for future collaboration. \nIntended Audience \nCICU Advanced Practice Providers (both NPs and PAs) who are beginning practice in a CICU or are within the first 5 years of practice. \nRegistration \nRegistration is limited to 40 participants and closes at midnight on May 25th\, 2026. \nHotel \nThe preferred hotel information is the Courtyard by Marriott Akron Downtown. \nA portion of your registration will support the PCIC Foundation’s mission to help educate providers in low and middle income countries in pediatric cardiac intensive care. \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and PCICS members in Latin America: You may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on May 25th\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \n\n\n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/advanced-practice-provider-app-curriculum-course-5/
LOCATION:Akron Children’s Hospital\, 214 W Bowery St\, Akron\, OH\, 44308\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T124635Z
CREATED:20260429T141725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T124635Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming a Cardiac Intensivist: Dual Board Certification vs. One-Year Cardiac Critical Care Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Date:  June 18th\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 PM EST\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – FREE  |  Non Member – $10\nHosted by:  Early Career Faculty and Fellows SIG\nThis webinar will provide a practical overview of training pathways to becoming a cardiac intensivist\, focusing on dual-board certification versus a one-year CICU fellowship. Through a brief overview and panelist experiences\, attendees will learn key differences in training structure\, application strategies\, and career implications. The session will emphasize actionable guidance for trainees navigating fellowship decisions. \nIntended Audience: \n\nPediatric residents considering cardiology and/or critical care\nPediatric cardiology fellows and critical care fellows\nEarly career faculty exploring or reflecting on CICU training pathways\nMedical students with interest in pediatric cardiac critical care\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nCompare the structure\, requirements\, and timelines of dual-board certification versus one-year CICU fellowship pathways\nEvaluate the advantages and limitations of each pathway in relation to individual career goals\nDescribe common sequencing options (critical care-first vs. cardiology-first) and factors influencing these decisions\nApply practical strategies for applying to second fellowships or advanced CICU training positions\n\nHosted by:  Early Career Faculty and Fellows SIG \nModerators: \nDC Rosario\, PICU Fellow\, Children’s National \nNadia Waterman-Chaudhry\, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Fellow\, Boston Children’s Hospital \nHala El Mikati\, Pediatric Cardiology Fellow\, University of Michigan \nSpeakers: \nDivya Nagarajan\, Attending Physician\, Children’s Hospital of Michigan \nMelissa Yildirim\, Attending Physician\, Children’s National Hospital \nJohn Kim\, Attending Physician\, Children’s Hospital Colorado \nCarolyn Vitale\, Attending Physician\, University of Michigan \n\nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days.  \nRegistration Closes on June 17th\, at 11:59 PM EST \n\n\n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/becoming-a-cardiac-intensivist-dual-board-certification-vs-one-year-cardiac-critical-care-pathways/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T135912Z
CREATED:20260610T134107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T135912Z
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SUMMARY:Abstract Writing for Quality Improvement Work
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 30\, 2026\nTime: 2:00 – 3:00 PM EST\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – FREE  |  Non Member – $10\nThis Grand Rounds is intended for anyone interested in learning more about how to write an abstract for quality improvement work. In particular\, this webinar will occur prior to the final deadline for PCICS abstracts and is aimed at those who would like to submit an abstract on the topic of QI for the 2026 PCICS meeting. \nIn this webinar\, content experts in quality improvement work in the pediatric cardiac intensive care unit will review key components of abstract writing for quality improvement projects. Additionally\, speakers will discuss what reviewers look for when evaluating a submission for presentation at a conference. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nOutline key differences between a quality improvement abstract and a research abstract\nPresent essential components of a quality improvement abstract\, including specific QI methodology\nProvide insight from PCICS conference abstract reviewers on what makes a strong quality improvement abstract\n\nSpeakers: \nMelissa Winder\, CPNP-AC\nHeart Center/Pediatric Critical Care Services\nPrimary Children’s Hospital\nSalt Lake City\, UT \nSarah Gardner Yelton\, MD\nAssociate Medical Director\, PCICU\nDirector of Quality Improvement\, Pediatric Cardiovascular Service Line\nAdvocate Children’s Hospital\, Oak Lawn\nClinical Associate of Pediatrics\, University of Chicago\nAssistant Professor of Pediatrics\, Wake Forest School of Medicine \nKevin Hummel\, MD\nCardiovascular ICU\, Medical Director\nCenter for Heart Care Quality\, Medical Director\nPhoenix Children’s Hospital \nModerator: \nColin Crilly\, MD\nFellow\, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine\nBoston Children’s Hospital \n\nIndividuals living in a PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 country can request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nRegistration closes on June 29th\, at 11:59 PM EST \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/abstract-writing-for-quality-improvement-work/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T193000
DTSTAMP:20260501T140259Z
CREATED:20250501T170811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T140259Z
UID:127950-1785729600-1791228600@pcics.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Practice Provider Exam
DESCRIPTION:Registration Open: May 1\, 2026 – July 15\, 2025\nExam Period: August 3\, 2025 – October 5\, 2025\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice:  Members – $205  |  Non Member – $255\nOverview \nThe PCICS Advanced Practice Provider Exam covers the content written in the PCICS Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Curriculum book. This comprehensive curriculum reviews topics pertinent to CICU APP practice\, including congenital cardiac defects\, cardiac physiology\, pre- and postoperative management\, medications\, heart failure/transplant\, and mechanical cardiac support\, and other topics pertinent to CICU APP practice. A rigorous exam has been developed to evaluate learners’ knowledge of the curriculum content. PCICS partnered with the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board to train volunteer item writers who wrote items for this assessment using item writing best practices. Achieving a passing score on this exam will reflect a high level of knowledge of pediatric cardiac intensive care content. \nThe exam will be open from August 3\, 2026 to October 5\, 2026. 75% is required to pass the examination. Prior to taking the exam you should study the PCICS APP Curriculum Book. After passing the exam\, there is an option to obtain CME credit\, up to 20 hours\, for your study and preparation time. You will receive an email from UVA to claim this credit. \nTo ensure the integrity of your online examination\, you are required to select an approved proctor who will oversee your test session. \nIntended Audience \nAPPs practicing in CICU environments \nRegister Today \n 
URL:https://pcics.org/event/advanced-practice-provider-exam/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTSTAMP:20260902T162003Z
CREATED:20260331T172544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T162003Z
UID:128523-1788912000-1789171199@pcics.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Curriculum Course
DESCRIPTION:Dates: September 9 – 11\, 2026\nLocation: Stanford Medicine Children’s Health\, Stanford\, CA\nPrice: $705 Members  |  $755 Non-Members until July 14\n$780 Members  |  $830 Non-Members July 15 – August 28\nOverview \nThis three-day course provides a comprehensive review of the didactic content in the PCICS Advanced Practice Provider Curriculum book – a compilation of peer-reviewed\, evidence-based education modules containing detailed information and recommended reading on topics necessary for managing CICU patients.  Topics include congenital heart disease lesions\, low cardiac output\, heart failure\, transplant\, mechanical circulatory support\, pulmonary hypertension\, EKG/arrhythmias\, professional development\, and more. The course will be taught by PCICS expert APPs.  It is an opportunity to network with APP colleagues from many institutions to learn together\, compare practices\, and build lasting relationships for future collaboration. \nIntended Audience \nCICU Advanced Practice Providers (both NPs and PAs) who are beginning practice in a CICU or are within the first 5 years of practice. \nRegistration \nRegistration is limited to 40 participants and closes at midnight on August 28\, 2026. \nHotel \nThe preferred hotel information is coming soon. \n  \n\n\n\n\nSeptember 9\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific\n\n\nSeptember 10\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pacific\n\n\nSeptember 11\, 2026\n8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pacific\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closes on August 28\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society and the University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing. This activity is designated for 20 hours of credits (AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM or ANCC contact hours or AAPA Category 1 CME Credits) commensurate with the extent of participation. \nA portion of your registration will support the PCIC Foundation’s(opens in new tab) mission to help educate providers in low and middle income countries in pediatric cardiac intensive care. \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and PCICS members in Latin America: You may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days.
URL:https://pcics.org/event/advanced-practice-provider-app-curriculum-course-6/
LOCATION:Stanford Medicine Children’s Health\, 725 Welch Road\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94304\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T162023Z
CREATED:20260227T150957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T162023Z
UID:128401-1789632000-1789747200@pcics.org
SUMMARY:PCICS Bootcamp for Advanced Nurses\, APP's\, and Fellows
DESCRIPTION:Dates: September 17 – 18\, 2026\nLocation: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC)\nPrice:  $505 Members  |  $555 Non-Members \nOverview \nThis two-day course builds upon the CICU basics!  It consists of a combination of didactic content and interactive breakouts that incorporate application of knowledge and simulation. Advanced CICU topics will be presented including ventilation and cardiopulmonary interactions\, utilization of echo and cardiac cath data in the CICU\, temporary pacemaker troubleshooting\, management of residual lesions\, difficult conversations and team training\, and much more. The course will be taught by PCICS experts and both faculty and participants will be multidisciplinary (RNs\, APPs\, physicians). The course is an opportunity for multidisciplinary team learning with colleagues from various institutions. \nIntended Audience \n\nExperienced CICU nurses (at least 2 years)\nCICU Nurse Educators\nExperienced CICU Advanced Practice Providers (at least 2 years- recommended prior completion of the PCICS APP Curriculum Course but not required)\nSenior Cardiology or Critical Care Fellows with a strong interest in pursuing a career in Cardiac Critical Care\nAdvanced 4th year fellows in Cardiac Critical Care\nFellows currently pursuing a dual-training pathway for Cardiac Critical Care\n\nRegistration \nRegistration is limited and closes at 11:59pm on September 1\, 2026. \nHotel \nThe preferred hotel is to be determined. \n  \nRegistration closes on September 1st\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST. \n  \nA portion of your registration will support the PCIC Foundation’s mission to help educate providers in low and middle income countries in pediatric cardiac intensive care. \nI am a resident of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and am requesting a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \n  \nTestimonials from prior course evaluations: \n“I really enjoyed both days.  The lectures were targeted and well-delivered.  Additionally\, the simulation cases were excellent and gave me some great ideas to bring back to my institution!” \n“An excellent blend of fundamentals and advanced cardiac critical care topics\, and wonderful job of using the sims to build on the didactic content.  Some of the sim scenarios were quite challenging\, but I liked the rotation of the simulation leads so there were opportunities for everyone to learn and participate in a variety of ways.” \n“I loved all the information presented. I felt like the didactic portion covered a lot of material.  The simulations felt realistic and the debriefs were so helpful. I also appreciated getting to know other attendees in the group from other institutions. It is interesting to hear how others practice. The instructors were all very helpful and always willing to explain their rationale. It was a great course!” \n“The thing I liked most is that the course is interdisciplinary\, we were all able to learn together and learn from one another\, and as a nurse I felt like an equal member of the team.” \n 
URL:https://pcics.org/event/pcics-bootcamp-for-advanced-nurses-apps-and-fellows/
LOCATION:Cincinnati Children’s Hospital\, 3333 Burnet Ave\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260901T183449Z
CREATED:20260402T185815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183449Z
UID:128534-1790175600-1790188200@pcics.org
SUMMARY:Nurse Curriculum Course 2026
DESCRIPTION:Dates: September 23 and October 15\nTime:  3:00 – 6:30 PM EDT\nLocation:  Virtual\nPrice: $405 Members  |  $455 Non-Members\nSeptember 23 Session: \nThe single ventricle session covers one of the most complex defects that we care for in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.  This comprehensive education offering includes anatomy and physiology care delivery strategies through the three stages of palliation for hypoplastic left heart syndrome. There will be thorough review of cardiac catheterization concepts and interventions for each stage.  The session will conclude with an interactive virtual simulation. This will be great session for CICU nurses will all levels of experience. \nOctober 15 Session: \nThis dynamic session will feature integral concepts of post-operative care delivery of pediatric CICU patients including hemodynamic monitoring\, cardiopulmonary interactions\, and arrythmia management.  There will be interactive portion where case studies will be facilitated and presented to the learners. This will be great session for CICU nurses will all levels of experience. \nA copy of the Nurse Curriculum textbook is included with your registration. \nA 15% discount code will be included in your registration confirmation email to purchase sessions from the previous Nurse Curriculum Course. \n\nA portion of your registration will support the PCIC Foundation’s(opens in new tab) mission to help educate providers in low and middle income countries in pediatric cardiac intensive care. \nResidents of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and PCICS members in Latin America: You may request a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \n\nRegistration closes on September 11th\, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST. \nRegister Today(opens in new tab)
URL:https://pcics.org/event/nurse-curriculum-course-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260630T131553Z
CREATED:20260409T125058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T131553Z
UID:128541-1790380800-1790812799@pcics.org
SUMMARY:Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care: Fundamentals and Hot Topics Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dates: September 26 – 30\, 2026\nLocation: Melbourne\, Australia\nOverview \nMark your calendar to join PCICS experts at WFPICCS 2026 in Melbourne\, Australia\, for an 8-hour CICU workshop covering the fundamentals and today’s most critical topics from resuscitation and single ventricle care to ECMO\, heart failure\, and managing complex comorbidities. \nThis is a can’t-miss session covering the most important concepts for our patient population. \nMore Information \n\nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/pediatric-cardiac-critical-care-fundamentals-and-hot-topics-workshop/
LOCATION:Melbourne\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTSTAMP:20260626T170552Z
CREATED:20260513T145026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T170552Z
UID:128646-1790812800-1790985599@pcics.org
SUMMARY:Bootcamp for Experienced Nurses\, APP's\, and Fellows in Australia
DESCRIPTION:Dates: October 1 – 2\, 2026\nLocation: Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne\, Australia\nPrice:  $505 Members  |  $555 Non-Members – US Dollars\nOverview \nThis immersive two-day course combines expert-led lectures\, interactive breakouts\, and simulation-based learning focused on CICU topics like physiologies of congenital heart disease\, ventilation and cardiopulmonary interactions\, managing post-operative residual lesions and complications\, echo\, hemodynamics\, pacemakers\, team dynamics\, cardiac arrest prevention\, and more! \nLearn alongside a multidisciplinary group of CICU professionals and bring new strategies back to your institution. \nTarget Audience \nThis course is CICU RNs and Advanced Practice Providers with at least 2 years of experience\, and CICU MDs (trainees or junior attendings)\, but all interested CICU learners will be welcome! \nNurses are invited to apply for a $100 discount code\, available to the first 20 applicants. If you’re interested\, please submit your request as soon as possible—these opportunities will go quickly. \nView the agenda. \nRegistration closes on September 24\, 2026 at 11:59pm EST. \n  \nA portion of your registration will support the PCIC Foundation’s mission to help educate providers in low and middle income countries in pediatric cardiac intensive care. \nI am a resident of one of the PCICS Membership Tier 3 or Tier 4 countries and am requesting a 50% discount registration code. You will receive the discount code by email within two business days. \nTestimonials from prior course evaluations: \n“I really enjoyed both days.  The lectures were targeted and well-delivered.  Additionally\, the simulation cases were excellent and gave me some great ideas to bring back to my institution!” \n“An excellent blend of fundamentals and advanced cardiac critical care topics\, and wonderful job of using the sims to build on the didactic content.  Some of the sim scenarios were quite challenging\, but I liked the rotation of the simulation leads so there were opportunities for everyone to learn and participate in a variety of ways.” \n“I loved all the information presented. I felt like the didactic portion covered a lot of material.  The simulations felt realistic and the debriefs were so helpful. I also appreciated getting to know other attendees in the group from other institutions. It is interesting to hear how others practice. The instructors were all very helpful and always willing to explain their rationale. It was a great course!” \n“The thing I liked most is that the course is interdisciplinary\, we were all able to learn together and learn from one another\, and as a nurse I felt like an equal member of the team.” \n  \nRegister Today
URL:https://pcics.org/event/bootcamp-for-experienced-nurses-apps-and-fellows-in-australia/
LOCATION:Royal Children’s Hospital\, 50 Flemington Rd\, Parkville VIC\, Victoria\, 3052\, Australia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207
DTSTAMP:20260507T194717Z
CREATED:20240111T203511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T194717Z
UID:126568-1796169600-1796601599@pcics.org
SUMMARY:2026 PCICS Annual Meeting & NeoHeart 2026
DESCRIPTION:Two Meetings – One Location. \nVisit the annual meeting website for more information
URL:https://pcics.org/event/pcics-annual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Sheraton New Orleans\, 500 Canal St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
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