Overview of Roundtable Formats
Each roundtable features a facilitated, interactive discussion guided by a junior and senior faculty pairing. Formats are designed to support peer learning, reflective practice, and evidence-based dialogue, using real-world scenarios and educational prompts.

You may choose from the following four formats:

1 – Case-Based Collaborative Learning

Focus: Clinical decision-making through case discussion
Roles: Junior Faculty (Facilitator) and Senior Faculty (Moderator)
Ideal for: Those wishing to present a compelling clinical case for group problem-solving and diagnostic reflection

Content:

• Clinical Case: The junior faculty to present a de-identified patient case, including history, clinical signs, diagnostic work-up, and initial treatment.
• Interactive Discussion Prompts:
  • What other diagnostic tests should we consider?
  • How would you approach treatment, and why?
  • Can you identify potential barriers to the treatment plan or diagnosis?
  • What are the potential complications, and how would you manage them?
• Guidelines: The senior faculty to ensure the discussion aligns with best practices and current clinical guidelines, providing evidence-based recommendations where needed.

Methodology:

• Step 1: Introduction to the case (10 minutes)
• Step 2: Group discussion (30 minutes) facilitated by junior faculty with input from participants.
• Step 3: Senior faculty moderates, bringing in clinical evidence and addressing gaps in the discussion (20 minutes)
• Step 4: Summary and takeaways (10 minutes)

Goals:

• Enhance critical thinking through real-world clinical scenarios.
• Engage both senior and junior faculty in sharing knowledge and experiences.
• Foster collaborative problem-solving and peer learning

2 – Innovations in Pediatric Clinical Practice: Bridging Theory to Practice

Focus: Sharing and reflecting on clinical innovations and their implementation
Roles: Senior Faculty (Facilitator) and Junior Faculty (Moderator)
Ideal for: Presenters with experience introducing or evaluating new technologies, methods, or treatments in pediatric anesthesia

Content:

• Introduction to Clinical Innovations: Senior faculty will present on a current innovation in clinical pediatric anesthesia. For example, they might present data on the effectiveness of NIRS monitoring for surgical procedures or discuss new methods for enhancing clinical care with unique pharmacology.
• Reflection and Sharing: Junior faculty will lead a discussion on how participants have implemented or struggled to implement these innovations in their own institutions
• Interactive Prompts:
  • What challenges have you faced in integrating new methods into your clinical practice?
  • How do you measure the success of new approaches into clinical practice?
  • How can we tailor innovations for different types of surgical care?
• Best Practices: Senior faculty will share successful examples of innovation, drawing from their own experience or literature, providing an evidence-based framework for implementing these innovations.

Methodology:

• Step 1: Introduction and presentation of educational innovations (15 minutes)
• Step 2: Group discussion, with participants sharing experiences and challenges (30 minutes), moderated by junior faculty
• Step 3: Senior faculty provides expert feedback on the reflections, adding depth and further evidence-based insights (20 minutes)
• Step 4: Summary and actionable takeaways (10  minutes)

Goals:

• Foster a reflective approach to implementing clinical innovations in clinical settings.
• Encourage the exchange of experiences and practical advice.
• Allow for critical feedback and further development of educational methods.

3 – AI in Pediatric Anesthesiology: Enhancing Clinical Practice and Career Development

Focus: Leveraging AI for education, clinical operations, and professional growth
Roles: Junior Faculty (Facilitator) and Senior Faculty (Expert Moderator)
Ideal for: Those experienced in AI tools, digital health, or healthcare innovation, with case examples or institutional insights to share

Content: Case-Based Topics:

1. Medical Education: Leveraging AI-driven simulations and personalized learning platforms to enhance training for pediatric anesthesiologists.
2. Career Development: Using AI for research analytics, mentorship matching, and skill optimization in anesthesiology.
3. Clinical Operations: Using AI to optimize resource allocation, patient flow, and predictive analytics to improve efficiency in pediatric anesthesia practices.

Interactive Discussion Prompts:

• Medical Education:
  • How can AI-driven simulations improve anesthesiology training and competency assessment?
  • What ethical considerations arise when integrating AI into medical education?
• Career Development:
  • How can AI help identify skill gaps and tailor career development plans?
  • Can AI play a role in reducing burnout by optimizing workflow and administrative burdens?
• Clinical Operations:
  • How can AI-driven predictive analytics improve perioperative planning and patient safety?
  • What are potential barriers to AI adoption in clinical business operations, and how can they be mitigated?

Guidelines:
The Expert faculty will ensure the discussion aligns with the latest research and evidence-based practices, offering insights into AI’s current and future role in pediatric anesthesiology.

NOTE: Faculty and Participants will be required to bring laptops/tablets to access AI platforms during the roundtable sessions.

Methodology:

1. Introduction to the Case (10 minutes):
   • Overview of AI applications in pediatric anesthesiology.
   • Presentation of real-world case studies highlighting AI integration.
2. Group Discussion (30 minutes):
   • Expert will facilitate, prompting participant engagement with discussion points.
   • Participants share experiences, potential use cases, and concerns.
3. Moderation by Expert faculty (20 minutes):
   • Ensures discussion remains evidence-based and aligned with current guidelines.
   • Addresses gaps and provides expert insights into AI applications.
4. Summary and Takeaways (10 minutes):
   • Key learnings from the discussion.
   • Actionable recommendations for AI adoption in pediatric anesthesiology.

Goals:

• Enhance understanding of AI applications in medical education, career development, and clinical business operations.
• Foster collaborative learning
• Identify strategies for integrating AI effectively in pediatric anesthesiology.
• Encourage critical thinking about the ethical and practical implications of AI in clinical practice.

This structured approach ensures an engaging, informative, and collaborative discussion on the future of AI in pediatric anesthesiology.

4 – Advancing Professional Development in Pediatric Anesthesiology

Focus: Leadership, communication, and career advancement
Roles: Junior Faculty (Facilitator) and Senior Faculty (Moderator)
Ideal for: Faculty with practical experience in mentoring, organizational leadership, and communication training within clinical contexts

Content: Case-Based Topics:

1. Communication Skills: Strategies for effective communication including interdisciplinary collaboration using nonviolent communication, crucial conversations and negotiation strategies.
2. Leadership: Developing leadership competencies to guide teams and improve clinical operations in a system-based practice approach.
3. Career Development: Navigating career pathways, mentorship, and work-life integration in pediatric anesthesiology.

Interactive Discussion Prompts:

• Communication Skills:
  • How can anesthesiologists improve communication in high-stakes environments?
  • What strategies enhance teamwork and collaboration in the operating room?
• Leadership:
  • What qualities define a strong leader in pediatric anesthesiology?
  • How can junior faculty develop leadership skills early in their careers?
• Career Development:
  • What are key steps for career advancement in academic and clinical anesthesiology?
  • How can mentorship and networking contribute to long-term professional success?

Guidelines:
The senior faculty will provide expert insights on professional development, ensuring discussions align with best practices in leadership and career progression.

NOTE: Faculty are encouraged to integrate role-playing or short simulated scenarios for communication and/or leadership dilemmas.

Methodology:

1. Introduction to the Case (10 minutes):
   • Overview of professional development challenges in pediatric anesthesiology.
   • Presentation of real-world case studies highlighting key issues.
2. Group Discussion (30 minutes):
   • Junior faculty facilitates, prompting participant engagement with discussion points.
   • Participants share experiences, challenges, and strategies for success.
3. Moderation by Senior Faculty (20 minutes):
   • Ensures discussion remains practical and aligned with leadership principles.
   • Provides expert perspectives on career advancement and communication effectiveness.
4. Summary and Takeaways (10 minutes):
   • Key insights from the discussion.
   • Actionable recommendations for professional growth. 

Goals:

• Promote communication skills essential for effective teamwork and patient care.
• Cultivate leadership abilities in pediatric anesthesiology.
• Provide guidance on career development and long-term professional success.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among junior and senior faculty.
• Encourage participants to leave with a “next step” in their development (i.e. identifying a mentor or leadership goal)

Additional Notes

• Sessions are 70 minutes in total, structured for small group engagement (~12–25 participants).
• We strongly encourage diverse facilitator pairings, including representation across institutions, career stages, or clinical focuses.
• All submitted sessions should be evidence-informed and rooted in current best practices.
• Submissions will be peer-reviewed by members of the SPA Education Committee and final selections made by the program planning team.
• Roundtables sessions will be held on Friday and Saturday afternoons.
• The planning team will limit each type of roundtable – not all will be Case-Based Collaborative Learning roundtables.

Proposal Submission Instructions
Who Can Submit?
Proposals may be submitted by any SPA member, including faculty, fellows, or trainees, though each session must feature both a junior and senior faculty member.

How to Submit
Click here to submit your proposals. Please complete and submit your proposal no later than July 25, 2025.