# Event Details - **Event Name**: HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm – Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day will be held on September 25, 2026 from 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm in Chicago.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/e41a09e0-a8fd-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w553-h740-dc080838-gmir.jpg The Human Growth Foundation (HGF) invites you to the HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago —a meaningful event centered on education, awareness, and empowerment for physicians, nurses, patients, families, and the wider community.Join us on Friday, September 25, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM and get ready to dive into an unforgettable experience.This HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA will feature:🎤 Expert Discussions – Learn from top specialists in the field.🍽 Catered Lunch – A delicious meal with great company.📓 CME and CE Units ProvidedTogether, we can learn and raise awareness for rare growth and bone disorders.Presentation Speakers:Mercedes Rodriguez Celin, MD – Understanding the Role of Genetics in Skeletal DysplasiasJoseph Janicki, MD – Diagnosing Fractures in Children with OsteoporosisPeter Smith, MD – Updates in Osteogenesis Imperfecta Diagnosis and ManagementJennifer Miller, MD – Growth in Children with Rare Bone DiseasesNaiomi Gunaratne, Breaux, MD – Bisphosphonate Therapy in Children with OsteoporosisPhoto & Video ConsentBy registering for this event, you grant the Human Growth Foundation permission to photograph and record video of you during the program. These images and recordings may be used for educational, promotional, and archival purposes.If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please notify event staff at check‑in so we can respect your preference.CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION: Keeping up with medical breakthroughs and maintaining physicians' knowledge base can be time-consuming, especially for rare medical conditions that general pediatricians do not manage daily. These patients are generally managed by sub-specialists, which can lead to knowledge gaps. This activity is intended to revisit and provide up-to-date information on disorders affecting growth, bone, and other endocrine disorders. By doing so, we aim to improve medical care for children at risk of bone disorders and prevent their development. Additionally, this activity may serve as a referral resource for our community.TARGET AUDIENCE:This course is designed for general pediatricians, pediatric endocrinologists, physician assistants, nurses, medical students, fellows, and residents.CME ACCREDITATION STATEMENT:This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Human Growth Foundation, The Tennessee Medical Association. The Tennessee Medical Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.This activity is accredited for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.Nurses may be able to use AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ toward their continuing education requirements, depending on their licensing board's policies. Non-physician participants will receive a certificate of participation. Please check with your licensing board to confirm acceptance of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.ADA STATEMENT:Special Needs: Following the Americans with Disabilities Act, HGF seeks to make this conference accessible to all. If you have a disability that might require special accommodations, please contact or e-mail your needs to hgf@hgfound.org.The Human Growth Foundation (HGF) is considered the world’s leading nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide research, education, patient support, and advocacy for children (and adults) with rare growth, bone and endocrine conditions.For more information about the Human Growth Foundation and to obtain resources, please visit HGFound.org. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/hgf-pediatric-endocrine-education-day-chicago-il-usa/100001992061106394 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, conferences - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 5 hours - Location: Gleacher Conference Center: Lounge 500 | 5th Floor - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 560, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Gleacher Conference Center: Lounge 500 | 5th Floor - **lat**: 41.8896477 - **long**: -87.62222249999999 - **full address**: Gleacher Conference Center: Lounge 500 | 5th Floor, 450 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/67b5c784e900e136a24b9c26e5589e70563be30773de64edc00a95ecb78fc8c3-rimg-w1200-h600-dc04175c-gmir.jpg?v=1782023464 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA being held? - **A:** HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA takes place on Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Gleacher Conference Center: Lounge 500 | 5th Floor, 450 Cityfront Plaza Dr, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA? - **A:** HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA is organized by Human Growth Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day - Chicago, IL, USA is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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