There are four components to the diagnosis of pediatric feeding disorder: medical, nutritional, feeding skill, and psychosocial. Each of these components is intricately complex and interwoven into the beautiful tapestry of life that makes up the lives of those we are called to serve. However, one of these components, “medical”, can be overwhelming to grasp due to limited exposure to pediatric medical aspects within the framework of graduate coursework and limited clinical practicum exposure to working with medically complex children. This course is a dedicated crash course to build up a PFD clinician’s confidence when it comes to how common medical etiologies can influence the evaluation and treatment of PFD. Topics covered include neurogenic conditions, aerodigestive tract conditions, and gastrointestinal conditions, with emphasis placed on learning through laughter and case studies.
