Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society

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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.

Summer often means routine changes: travel, camps, sports, and time away from usual care settings ☀️For children and fam...
06/22/2026

Summer often means routine changes: travel, camps, sports, and time away from usual care settings ☀️

For children and families living with CAH or adrenal insufficiency, this is when emergency preparedness matters most.

We created a simple emergency hydrocortisone kit checklist to support families and caregivers in staying prepared wherever summer takes them.

A few additional clinical tips shared by pediatric endocrine nursing experts:
🟣 Many families benefit from having multiple kits (home, school, car, travel bag, etc.), since needs can vary by setting
🟣 Emergency medications should be kept in their original packaging with prescription labels visible
🟣 It's important to ensure that instructions are clear enough for someone without medical training to follow in an emergency
🟣 Families should confirm with their pharmacy that they are receiving the correct formulation (and all necessary supplies, including diluent if needed)
🟣 Local EMS protocols can vary significantly, so understanding local emergency response procedures is an important part of preparedness

Pediatric endocrine nurses play a critical role in making this level of preparedness possible by translating complex care into clear, actionable plans families can rely on.

If you’re a pediatric endocrine nurse, this is the kind of work you do!
PENS is your professional community. Become a member. https://pens.org/about/

CAH Awareness Month is a reminder of something pediatric endocrine nurses know every day:These conditions don’t stay nea...
06/10/2026

CAH Awareness Month is a reminder of something pediatric endocrine nurses know every day:

These conditions don’t stay neatly inside the clinic visit.

You translate complex CAH management into practical, real-world care.
You help families understand sick day rules and when to escalate.
You prepare them for adrenal crisis situations before they ever happen.
You support children and families living with CAH every step of the way.

Pediatric endocrine nursing is a unique specialty—and the impact of your work is profound.

And it shouldn’t be work you do alone.

PENS is a community of pediatric endocrine nurses, for pediatric endocrine nurses.

Nurses who understand the questions you get.
Nurses who share your challenges.
Nurses who speak your language.

In other words: your people.

For years, clinicians and patients have pointed out the same issue with the term “PCOS”:Not everyone with the condition ...
05/13/2026

For years, clinicians and patients have pointed out the same issue with the term “PCOS”:

Not everyone with the condition develops ovarian cysts.
Now, after one of the largest global engagement efforts ever conducted for a medical condition renaming initiative, Polycystic O***y Syndrome is officially becoming Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS).

And the change reflects something much bigger than terminology.
It reflects a broader shift in healthcare toward:
• more accurate clinical understanding
• whole-person care
• reduced stigma
• and earlier recognition of complex endocrine and metabolic conditions

More than 22,000 people worldwide contributed to the process alongside healthcare professionals, patient organizations, and medical societies.

For specialty clinicians, moments like this are an important reminder:
Healthcare is constantly evolving.

And staying connected to professional community matters more than ever.
These conversations, and the collaboration behind them, are how fields move forward.

Interested in connecting with a community of pediatric endocrine nurses and advanced practice providers? Learn more about Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society membership here: https://pens.org/membership/

05/13/2026

Still thinking about all the conversations, connections, and moments shared in the Exhibit Hall at .

We’re incredibly grateful to our sponsors and exhibitors for helping create such an engaging and meaningful experience for our attendees. One nurse told us the Exhibit Hall was one of the most important parts of the conference and we couldn’t agree more. 💙

Thank you for being part of this community. We can’t wait to do it again next year.

Thanks to this year's sponsors Ascendis Pharma, Novo Nordisk, AbbVie, BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Tolmar, Neurocrine Biosciences, Pfizer, Soleno Therapeutics, Inc.
And to our exhibitors: Eton Pharmaceuticals, Beta Bionics, Keenova, Chiesi Group, Kyowa Kirin, Inc.- U.S., CustomTypeOne, Azurity Pharmaceuticals, Regeneron, Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Neurocrine Biosciences, Sanofi, Dexcom, Abbott, Sandoz, MannKind Corporation, CARES Foundation, Inc, Sequel Med Tech, Rhythm Pharmaceuticals Inc., Bimedis. OMCT Solutions

05/12/2026

Happy International Nurses Day to the most dedicated, most quietly remarkable nurses, our fellow pediatric endocrinology nurses. 💙

We work in a world most people don't fully understand. We track numbers that determine how a child grows, develops, and feels in their own body. We explain a Type 1 diagnosis to a terrified 7-year-old in a way that actually makes sense. We remember that our patient hates finger pokes on their left hand. We hold the space between a scary diagnosis and a full, beautiful life.

Our specialty can sometimes feel isolating — small teams, complex patients, a whole lot of problem-solving in between. That's exactly why PENS exists: so none of us have to figure it out alone.

We see you. Happy Nurses Day to the ones doing some of the most meaningful work in pediatric medicine. 🎉

05/06/2026

Happy National Nurses Week to the Pediatric Endocrinology Nurse Society community! 💙

A few favorite moments from our time together at filled with connection, laughter, and the kind of conversations that remind us why this work matters.

To all the nurses who show up every day for children and families with skill, compassion, and heart, thank you for everything you do.

What do therapy dogs have to do with endocrine care? 🐶Quite a lot, it turns out.One of the highlights of PENS 2026 was J...
05/04/2026

What do therapy dogs have to do with endocrine care? 🐶

Quite a lot, it turns out.

One of the highlights of PENS 2026 was Jennifer Pfieffer, APRN, PCNS-BC, ESMHL of Nemours Children's Health, who shared thoughtful, practical insights on transition care for youth with diabetes.

Her session explored how animal-assisted interventions can help reduce stress, build confidence, and create meaningful connections with patients and families.

A few furry friends certainly helped make this session unforgettable. 🐾

La vie est douce! 🥂Our PENS in Paris: Soirée Parisienne was a fun evening of berets, conversation, and plenty of catchin...
05/04/2026

La vie est douce! 🥂

Our PENS in Paris: Soirée Parisienne was a fun evening of berets, conversation, and plenty of catching up.

It was wonderful to see pediatric endocrinology nurses sharing stories, bonding over shared experiences, and enjoying time together after hours!

These moments of connection are such an important part of what makes the PENS community special.

Some snapshots of the Exhibit Hall at PENS 2026 🎉So fun to see so many smiling faces exploring the space, making new con...
05/01/2026

Some snapshots of the Exhibit Hall at PENS 2026 🎉

So fun to see so many smiling faces exploring the space, making new connections, and reconnecting with colleagues.

We are so grateful to our incredible sponsors for making this conference possible:

Diamond
Ascendis Pharma
Novo Nordisk

Emerald
AbbVie

Sapphire
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Tolmar

Topaz
Neurocrine Biosciences
Pfizer
Soleno Therapeutics, Inc.

PENS 2026 opened with a warm welcome from our president Mandi Cafasso, powerful keynote by Geoffrey Tough on empathic li...
05/01/2026

PENS 2026 opened with a warm welcome from our president Mandi Cafasso, powerful keynote by Geoffrey Tough on empathic listening, to and insightful sessions led by Brynn Marks, Kimberly Shoe, Lisa Schaaf, Christine Yedinak, Kathryn Anglin, Cindy Young, and more! We covered everything from cell therapies in type 1 diabetes to the ins and outs of GLP-1 receptor agonists.

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