
The OMA Self-Assessment Program (SAP) Volume II — Pediatrics is a comprehensive, self-exam containing 60 case-based scenarios and questions regarding the science and clinical aspects focused on the unique challenges of treating pediatric obesity. The set of questions is followed by detailed critiques of each answer and references. The intent is to facilitate self-study and enhance your understanding of pediatric obesity medicine with the goal of improving patient care. The SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics was designed by pediatric obesity medicine expert clinicians and is intended to be a practical and educational resource.
About the Self-Assessment Program Volume II — Pediatrics
The SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics was developed by clinical pediatric obesity experts as a resource and study tool for healthcare providers. This self-assessment is complementary to other OMA resources, such as the SAP Vol. I, Obesity Algorithm®, Pediatric Obesity Algorithm®, OMA’s American Board of Obesity Medicine review course, and more.
The SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics offers you an opportunity to highlight gaps in your understanding of pediatric obesity while advancing your treatment strategies. The question and answer and discussion format allow you to gain a deeper insight into the unique challenges and opportunities of treating childhood obesity. The content of this SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics will help you:
- Learn how family background and pediatric development influence obesity in children and adolescents
- Learn about genetic syndromes associated with pediatric obesity, such as Bardet-Biedl syndrome and POMC deficiency
- Learn about prescribing medications specifically for pediatric patients
- Learn factors to consider when advising bariatric surgery for pediatric patients
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I receive Continuing Medical Education Credits (CME) for completing the SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics?
Once you have completed the printed book questions, you can claim 2 hours of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. You will be able to claim credit until 2024.
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How do I claim my credit for the print version?
Please follow these instructions to claim your credit:
1. Log in to your account using your email address and password. If you have never logged in before, or if you forgot your password, click “Forgot your password”, then you will be prompted to enter your email address. An email will be sent that will allow you to reset your account login information.
2. Click on Dashboard / My Courses from the menu on the left. (If you are using a phone or tablet, this menu may appear at the bottom.)
3. Select the course: Self-Assessment Program – Volume II (Print)
4. Complete the credit claiming Quiz and Survey.
5. Click the View/Print Your Certificate button.
6. Confirm that the amount of credit and date are correct.You may download and save this document, or you can always access it on the Obesity Medicine Academy under My CME Credit / Transcript.
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How do I claim my credit for the digital version?
Please follow these instructions to claim your credit:
1. Log in to your account using your email address and password. If you have never logged in before, or if you forgot your password, click “Forgot your password”, then you will be prompted to enter your email address. An email will be sent that will allow you to reset your account login information.
2. Click on Dashboard / My Courses from the menu on the left. (If you are using a phone or tablet, this menu may appear at the bottom.)
3. Select the course: Self-Assessment Program – Volume II (Digital)
4. Complete the credit claiming Quiz and Survey.
5. Click the View/Print Your Certificate button.
6. Confirm that the amount of credit and date are correct.You may download and save this document, or you can always access it on the Obesity Medicine Academy under My CME Credit / Transcript.
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What is the focus of the SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics?
The intent of the SAP Vol. II is a resource specifically made for treating obesity in pediatric populations. It is, therefore, necessary that it cover issues related to pediatric obesity in detail, in an organized way perhaps not available elsewhere. The emphasis of the SAP Vol. II is to examine broad mechanisms and rationale behind common procedures and tasks conducted by a pediatric clinician.
Purchase the printed SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics
Purchase the full-color print copy of the SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics, which serves as a great reference and study tool to sharpen your clinical knowledge of treating pediatric obesity.
Member Price: $49
Non-member Price: $69
Purchase the digital SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics
Purchase the digital version of the SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics, which has all of the same content of the print version using an interactive quizzing format to self-test.
Member Price: $39
Non-member Price: $49
Purchase the print and digital SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics bundle
Purchase the full-color print copy of the SAP Vol. II — Pediatrics, and the digital version together.
Member Price: $59
Non-member Price: $85