2016 Endocrine Case Conference Series

MCB CP58B/MCSB 3-249

Dorothee Newbern, M.D. - Phoenix Children's Hospital

"Growth Hormone Treatment: Transition from Adolescence to Adulthood"

**Learning Objectives:
1. Identify causes of GH deficiency (GHD)
2. Recognize consequences of untreated GHD
3. Describe how to diagnose GHD during the transition period and in adults
4. Distinguish benefits and risks associated with growth hormone therapy in adults with GHD
5. Discuss how to optimize transition of care of adolescents with GHD from pediatric to adult endocrinology

4th Wednesday of Each Month

12:00-1:30pm

**Lunch will be provided