Objective:
The objective of this course is to provide Brazilian anesthesiologists with comprehensive theoretical knowledge in pediatric and neonatal anesthesia. The course will cover fundamental principles, advanced techniques, and specific challenges in anesthetic care for neonates, infants, and children. By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the anatomical and physiological particularities of pediatric and neonatal patients that influence anesthetic practice.
• Apply appropriate assessment and monitoring protocols for different pediatric age groups.
• Implement anesthetic techniques specific to surgical and diagnostic procedures in children, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
• Manage complications and emergencies related to anesthesia in pediatric and neonatal patients.
• Integrate theoretical knowledge with clinical practice through case studies and realistic simulations.

This course is intended for anesthesiologists in training and professionals seeking to update and expand their knowledge in pediatric and neonatal anesthesia, aiming to improve clinical outcomes and patient safety.

Format:
The course will be conducted over 28 weeks. Each week will include either a recorded or live lecture, followed by a live session of up to 1 hour dedicated to discussions and questions and answers. Throughout the week, participants will have access to an online forum to discuss topics related to the course content and will have access to articles and supplementary materials. It is estimated that participants will need to dedicate approximately 4 hours per week for forum activities. The total course workload will be 180 hours.

Program:

1. Morphophysiological differences in children
2. Preoperative assessment of children
3. Preoperative fasting
4. Perioperative fluid management
5. Major surgical emergencies in neonates
6. Management of acute perioperative bleeding in pediatrics
7. Venous vs. Inhalation anesthesia in children: pros and cons
8. Point-of-care ultrasonography in Pediatric Anesthesia
9. Monitoring of anesthetic depth in children
10. Monitoring and reversal of neuromuscular blockade in children
11. Anesthesia in children with myopathies
12. Anesthesia for pediatric otolaryngology
13. Anesthesia for pediatric thoracic surgery
14. Anesthesia for abdominal and urological surgery – part 1
15. Anesthesia for abdominal and urological surgery – part 2
16. Anesthesia for pediatric neurosurgery
17. Practical aspects of mechanical ventilation in pediatric patients
18. Anesthesia for pediatric plastic and reconstructive surgery
19. Anesthesia for fetal surgery
20. Anesthesia for pediatric ophthalmology
21. Anesthesia for liver transplantation
22. Anesthesia for kidney transplantation
23. Anesthesia for cardiac patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery
24. Pain management in pediatrics
25. Perioperative respiratory adverse events
26. Crisis management algorithms in pediatric anesthesia
27. Pediatric perioperative cardiac arrest
28. Postoperative care

Organization and Certification:
The course will be organized by the Pediatric and Neonatal Anesthesia Committee of the Anesthesiology Department at the University of São Paulo (USP), and the certification will be issued by the Faculty of Medicine of USP (FMUSP).

Registration:
Registration will be open from January 15, 2025, to February 15, 2025, through the CCEx website of FMUSP: https://www.fm.usp.br/ccex/aperfeicoamento/-fundamentos-teoricos-em-anestesia-pediatrica-e-neonatal

Program Start:
March 2025