The Pediatric Grand Rounds at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine are dynamic educational sessions bringing together clinicians, researchers, and learners to discuss the latest developments in pediatric medicine. It serves as a vibrant intellectual marketplace for exchanging ideas, exploring questions, and refining best practices.

Hole in the Heart has collaborated with UNM Pediatric Grand Rounds to offer three (3) topic-driven sessions on Congenital Heart Defects (CHDs). These sessions are open to a broad audience including pediatricians, specialists, residents, fellows, medical students, and anyone passionate about expanding their knowledge of CHDs.

Childhood Chronic Illness, Congenital Heart Disease & Mental Health

Thursday, October 3

Presented by Sandra Sanchez Fahrlender, Founder of Hole in the Heart & April Lewis-Ramierez, LLP/RPT, The Treehouse: Explore the connection between childhood chronic illness and mental health, as well as the integration of mental health screenings during patient-physician consultations. A CHD parent will share her family’s experience with childhood chronic illness, discuss the link between CHDs and mental health, and emphasize the significance of heeding mothers’ insights during medical examinations.

Critical Care of Children with Congenital Heart Disease

Thursday, January 16

Presented Dr. Mahammad Quraishi, Critical Care Hospitalist with Presbyterian Hospital: The CHD diagnosis, management strategies, multidisciplinary care, complications, and recent advances for healthcare professionals.

American Academy of Pediatrics Cardiac Risk Screening

Thursday, December 19

Presented by Dr. Molly Maenchen, Pediatric & Fetal Cardiologist with Presbyterian Heart & Vascular Care: Set to present the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Heart Screen Policy, addressing the issues of sudden cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac death.