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The NHS Puberty Blocker Study – Necessary Evil or Medical Scandal in the Making?
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MNI Great Lakes ECHO

9400 S. Saginaw St
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Grand Blanc, MI 48439
General Information
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - Wednesday, February 4, 2026
60 minutes
Great Lakes ECHO
Virtual Conference Room
Genspect Webinar
MNI Great Lakes ECHO
Objectives
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Describe the historical context and evolution of puberty blocker use for treating adolescent distress, including the Dutch protocol and subsequent implementation in other countries.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: List key ethical considerations and challenges in conducting clinical trials of puberty blockers in minors, including issues of informed consent and long-term outcomes.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Explain the scientific and methodological requirements for valid clinical trials, including the importance of clear diagnostic criteria, measurable outcomes, and appropriate control groups.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Identify the potential physical and psychological risks associated with puberty suppression, including impacts on bone density, cognitive development, and sexual development.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Discuss the role of comprehensive psychological assessment and therapeutic approaches for young people experiencing distress about their bodies.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Compare different research priorities, including the relative merits of new clinical trials versus analysis of existing outcome data.
  • By the end of this webinar, you will be able to: Evaluate the complex interplay between clinical evidence, political considerations, and healthcare providers' ethical obligations when treating distressed youth.
Presentations and Speakers
The NHS Puberty Blocker Study – Necessary Evil or Medical Scandal in the Making?
  • Carrie Clarke
  • Louise Irvine, MD
  • Michael Biggs, MD
  • Susan Evans
Available Credits/Points
  • MNI Great Lakes ECHO designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • The MNI Great Lakes ECHO designates this enduring material for a maximum of 2 Hour(s) Attendance w/ No Credit. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • The MNI Great Lakes ECHO designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.2 Unit(s) CEU. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Accreditation Statement
  • MNI Great Lakes ECHO is accredited by the Michigan State Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for clinicians.
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