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The Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society is committed to the advancement of the art and science of caring for children with endocrine disorders and diabetes.

10/23/2025

PENS Call for Nominations – 2026 Election Now Open!

PENS is seeking passionate members to serve in leadership roles and help shape the ‎future of pediatric endocrine nursing.‎

Available PENS Offices: ‎
President-Elect (4-year commitment)‎
Secretary (2-year term)‎
Director (2-year term)‎
Nominating Committee Member (2-year term).

Learn more and submit your nomination today: ‎https://pens.org/pens-call-for-nominations-2025-election/

📅 Submission Deadline: December 1, 2025

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10/16/2025

“AI is transforming healthcare, and as nurses, we play a vital role in guiding families through this new era of technology and care.” – Cafasso

Read the full President’s Message, plus upcoming announcements and opportunities, in the October issue of the PENS Insider newsletter.

10/01/2025

Deadline Extended!

Submit your proposal for PENS 2026 by October 6, 2025.

Suggested Topics: diabetes research, pharmacology updates, MODY, transgender care, Graves disease, PCOS, rare diseases, and more.

Share your expertise, inspire peers, and shape the future of pediatric endocrine nursing.

Submit now: https://bit.ly/3UJaaqH

09/15/2025

Growth Awareness Week reminds us how vital it is to monitor children’s growth. Growth ‎patterns can be an early indicator of hundreds of medical conditions, and timely ‎recognition makes a lifelong difference.‎

This week, we also want to recognize and thank pediatric endocrinology nurses, whose ‎expertise and dedication help children and families navigate growth-related challenges ‎with knowledge, care, and compassion. ‎

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09/12/2025

Call for Presentations: PENS 2026

Do you have research, clinical insights, or innovative practices to share? We're inviting ‎proposals for the PENS National Conference, April 29–May 2, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio.‎

Help shape the program by contributing to sessions that will inspire and educate your ‎peers in pediatric endocrinology nursing.‎

📅 Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025

Submit your proposal today:‎ https://bit.ly/3UJaaqH

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09/10/2025

Who Inspires You in Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing?‎

Each year, PENS honors members who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and ‎excellence in:‎

‎Clinical care for children with endocrine disorders
‎Advanced practice and research
Education that inspires patients and professionals

Recipients are selected by the PENS Board of Directors and recognized for their ‎contributions to our field.‎

📅 Nominations are open until February 1, 2026.

Nominate yourself or a colleague: https://bit.ly/4pdbIax

09/04/2025

📣 Call for Presentations is Open!

Submit your proposal to present at the 2026 PENS National Conference.

This is your chance to share innovative, practical approaches that advance the care of ‎children with diabetes and endocrine disorders.‎

The PENS Conference Planning Committee especially encourages presentations on:‎
‎• Advanced pharmacology & new treatment methodologies
‎• Late-breaking, cutting-edge advanced practice sessions

Other suggested topics include:
🔹 Endocrinology (basic & advanced)
🔹 Emerging therapies & technology
🔹 Pharmacology updates
🔹 Diabetes research
🔹 MODY
🔹 Transgender care
‎…and more!‎

👉 Submit a proposal: https://bit.ly/3UJaaqH

Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025

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08/26/2025

Call for Presentations: 2026 PENS National Conference

📅 Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025
📍 Columbus, Ohio | April 29–May 2, 2026‎

This is your opportunity to share innovative, practical approaches that advance the care of ‎children with diabetes and endocrine disorders.‎

We’re seeking proposals on:
‎➡️ Pediatric endocrine disorders
‎➡️Endocrine nursing practice & care
‎➡️ Advanced pharmacology & late-breaking sessions

Submit today: https://bit.ly/3UJaaqH

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08/22/2025

Share Your Expertise at PENS 2026!

This is your chance to present at the 2026 PENS National conference.
We’re seeking proposals that highlight innovative, practical approaches in pediatric endocrine disorders and endocrine nursing practice & care.

Session formats may include:
🔹 Oral presentations
🔹 Panel discussions
🔹 Moderated debates
🔹 Case studies & applied research

📅 Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025

Submit your proposal today ➡️ https://bit.ly/45wgtEg

08/20/2025

Board of Directors Member Spotlight ✨

Meet our new Director, Keisha Bird, DNP, APRN, CPNP, BC-ADM!

Keisha is a Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner at Nemours Children’s Specialty Care in Jacksonville, FL, with over 25 years of experience caring for children with endocrine disorders.
Her work spans clinical care and research, from advancing diabetes technology in children with Type 1 diabetes to addressing healthcare disparities and improving transitions to adult care.

We’re excited to welcome Keisha’s leadership and passion for advancing pediatric endocrine nursing!

Interested in serving on the PENS Board? Apply now: https://bit.ly/45rrSFd

08/14/2025

Submit Your Proposal for !

🗓 Deadline: September 30, 2025

Share your expertise at the 2026 PENS National Conference in Columbus, OH!
We’re seeking proposals on:
• Pediatric endocrine disorders
• Topics relevant to endocrine nursing professionals

Learn more & apply: https://bit.ly/4mj9Riu

08/11/2025

‎2026 PENS Grants Are Open for Applications!‎
Are you working on a project or research that could impact pediatric endocrine nursing? ‎Don’t miss out on funding opportunities just for PENS members! ‎

PENS clinical practice & evidence-based practice grant ‎
🔹 Up to $3,000 for 1 year
🔹 Ideal for quality improvement projects or literature reviews in your clinical setting

PENS Research Grant ‎
🔹 Up to $10,000‎
🔹 Supports nursing research to advance pediatric endocrine care

Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 ‎
Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4fsa549

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111 W Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1412
Chicago, IL
60604

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http://www.pens.org/

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