Student Learning Outcomes:

• Describe the changes in the hypothalamicpituitary-ovarian axis and target organs during normal puberty.
  
• Explain the normal sequence of pubertal events and ages at which these changes occur across different patient populations.
  
• Discuss the psychological issues associated with puberty and how social and environmental factors may affect them.
  
• Define precocious and delayed puberty, and describe the steps in the initial evaluation of these conditions, with consideration of value-based care.
  
• Recognizing the unique needs and challenges on Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.
  
• Trauma & Infections: Identify common types of gynecological trauma and infections in pediatric and adolescent patients and initiate appropriate management.
  
• Understand the signs, implications, and protocols associated with sexual abuse in pediatric and adolescent patients.
  
• Recognize the indicators of pelvic masses in pediatric and adolescent patients and understand the initial steps in evaluation and management.
  
• Diagnose and manage common pediatric & adolescent GYN problems, integrating knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies.