Gage Alvernaz, DO

This presentation on Pediatric Asthma focuses on the essential components of diagnosing and treating asthma in children, as well as strategies for controlling asthma triggers. The presenter reviews the key symptoms of asthma and the importance of a comprehensive evaluation, which often includes a detailed patient history and lung function tests. For treatment he presenter emphasizes the use of inhaled corticosteroids as the cornerstone of long-term management, along with the potential need for rescue inhalers during acute episodes. Additionally, the presentation addresses the significance of identifying and managing environmental triggers, such as allergens and pollutants, with practical advice for caregivers on reducing exposure at home and in school. Family physicians, pediatricians, and pulmonologists should attend this program.