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Preventing Firearm Injury and Death in Children and Adolescents

VHAN’s Q1 2023 pediatric webinar will discuss the devastating effects of gun violence on children and adolescents, how people of color are disproportionately affected, and how guns in the home increase the risk of injury and death. Though the crisis may feel hopeless, there are ways pediatricians can prevent injury and death from firearms, including more effective screening and counseling.

Join Emmy Patterson, MD, second-year fellow in child and adolescent psychiatry at Vanderbilt Psychiatry, on Wednesday, March 1 at 12 p.m. CST as she helps listeners:

  • Understand firearm-associated morbidity and mortality in pediatric populations
  • Identify factors that contribute to this crisis
  • Recognize and implement data-supported interventions, such as patient and family education on safer storage of firearms
  • Counsel more effectively and overcome barriers to counseling

About the Speaker

Emmy Patterson, MD, is a second-year fellow in child and adolescent psychiatry with Vanderbilt Psychiatry. She received her medical degree from the University of Maryland, and then completed three years of adult psychiatry residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center before fast-tracking into the Child Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship. Her professional interests include developmental disabilities, firearm safety and the role of physicians as advocates.

Webinar Details

Wednesday, March 1, at 12 p.m. CST

At the end of the webinar, you will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A. We look forward to having you join the conversation!

For additional information, connect with us at [email protected].

Important Note: Whether you view the webinar live or watch the recording and take the survey at a later date, remember that your participation counts towards your pediatric modifier points.