110th KAC Annual Convention | Evidence Based Pediatric Care: From Birth to 18 Years with Dr. Brandie Keates

This course offers a practical, evidence-based approach to pediatric chiropractic care from birth through 18 years. Designed for healthcare professionals, it covers age-specific anatomy, diagnosis, treatment, and documentation strategies, while addressing communication with parents, legal considerations, and when to refer out.Participants will learn how to safely and ethically care for pediatric patients across developmental stages—covering conditions like torticollis, plagiocephaly, digestive issues, developmental delays, and sports injuries. Emphasis is placed on perception, trust, and the responsibility of earning and maintaining a family’s confidence in care.

• -Assess and manage common pediatric conditions including torticollis, plagiocephaly, developmental delays, and sports injuries using evidence-based protocols
• -Apply age-specific anatomical knowledge to develop safe and appropriate chiropractic treatment plans from birth through 18 years
• -Implement effective communication strategies with parents and guardians to establish trust, manage expectations, and address concerns
• -Recognize red flags and indications for referral to other healthcare providers, ensuring appropriate scope of practice and patient safety
• -Document pediatric cases comprehensively and accurately to meet legal and ethical standards in chiropractic care
• -Evaluate developmental milestones and functional outcomes to measure treatment effectiveness across different age groups
• -Navigate legal, ethical, and professional considerations specific to pediatric chiropractic practice