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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.

09/23/2026

If you work in pediatric endocrinology, you already know: most people around you don't quite get what you do.

The families you're guiding through a new diagnosis. The dosing questions that don't have a textbook answer. The small things you've figured out through years of practice that no one outside this specialty would even know to ask about.

PENS is the place where people do get it. And the Call for Presentations is your invitation to bring something useful back to that community.
Maybe it's the case that taught you something. The approach that changed how you practice. The question you're still sitting with.
Whatever it is, share it with the people who will actually understand why it matters.
https://pens.org/events/2027-pens-call-for-presentations-advanced-practice-case-studies/

That's how this community takes care of each other: one nurse's hard-won experience becomes another nurse's starting point.

If you've got something to share, we want to hear it, even if this would be your first time presenting.
📅 Submission deadline: October 2, 2026
🔗 Submit your proposal https://pens.org/events/2027-pens-call-for-presentations-advanced-practice-case-studies/

09/22/2026

On Child Growth Awareness Day, we’re highlighting an important reminder: growth is a vital sign, and a percentile is only part of the story.

Pediatric endocrine nurses and APPs know that understanding a child’s growth means looking at the bigger picture: growth velocity, changes in percentiles, family growth patterns, pubertal timing, and how growth changes over time.

That broader view can help recognize when a child’s growth pattern may warrant a closer look or further evaluation.

It’s one of the many ways pediatric endocrine nurses turn numbers on a chart into meaningful information for children and families.

09/10/2026

PENS President-elect Heather McKnight, MSN, CRNP, will be sharing her expertise at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Topics on Hyperinsulinism Symposium, taking place October 2–3 in Philadelphia.
https://pens.org/events/

The two-day symposium brings together experts from across disciplines to explore the diagnosis and management of children with hyperinsulinism, along with the latest advances in research and care.

Congratulations, Heather! We love seeing our PENS community contributing their knowledge and advancing pediatric endocrine care.

08/11/2026

It’s hard to believe that in some parts of the country (and the world!), back-to-school season is already here!

For students with endocrine conditions, a safe and successful school year takes a team: pediatric endocrine nurses and APPs, school nurses, teachers, and families working together.

As the new school year begins, let’s make sure care plans are current, emergency procedures are clear, and everyone knows their role. And to the endocrine teams and school nurses heading into a busy season: thank you for all you do!

💬 What’s one thing that would make back-to-school planning easier? Share your ideas below!

And if you’re a pediatric endocrine nurse, remember: you don’t have to do this work alone. Join PENS. https://pens.org/membership/

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/

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.

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. 🎉

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