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Theodore Sectish | Medical Services

Programs & Services

Languages

  • English

Theodore Sectish | Education

Undergraduate School

Franklin and Marshall College

Lancaster, PA

Undergraduate School

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Baltimore, MD

Internship

Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, MA

Graduate School

Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, MA

Theodore Sectish | Certifications

  • American Board of Pediatrics (General)

Theodore Sectish | Professional History

Dr. Sectish practiced as a general pediatrician in Salinas, California from 1980 to 1993. He was the Program Director at Stanford from 1993 to 2007. He was Executive Director of the Federation of Pediatric Organizations from 2007 to 2014. As the Past-President of the Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD), Dr. Sectish was involved in national GME issues, including the formation of the Council of Pediatric Subspecialties that serves as a home for pediatric subspecialists and fellowship directors. He was a member of the Residency Review and Redesign Committee (R3P) and the Program Directors Committee of the American Board of Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Pediatric Society. His interest in educational innovation and improvement spans the continuum from undergraduate medical education to graduate medical education (GME) and the continuous professional development of practicing physicians.

Theodore Sectish | Publications

  1. Going Down the Rabbit Hole. N Engl J Med. 2024 Aug 01; 391(5):454-459. View Going Down the Rabbit Hole. Abstract

  2. Implementing a Family-Centered Rounds Intervention Using Novel Mentor-Trios. Pediatrics. 2024 Jan 01; 153(2). View Implementing a Family-Centered Rounds Intervention Using Novel Mentor-Trios. Abstract

  3. A Bias Response Committee to Improve the Experience of Diverse Pediatric Residents. Acad Pediatr. 2023 Nov-Dec; 23(8):1500-1501. View A Bias Response Committee to Improve the Experience of Diverse Pediatric Residents. Abstract

  4. Utilizing co-production to improve patient-centeredness and engagement in healthcare delivery: Lessons from the Patient and Family-Centered I-PASS studies. J Hosp Med. 2023 09; 18(9):848-852. View Utilizing co-production to improve patient-centeredness and engagement in healthcare delivery: Lessons from the Patient and Family-Centered I-PASS studies. Abstract

  5. Implementation of the I-PASS handoff program in diverse clinical environments: A multicenter prospective effectiveness implementation study. J Hosp Med. 2023 01; 18(1):5-14. View Implementation of the I-PASS handoff program in diverse clinical environments: A multicenter prospective effectiveness implementation study. Abstract

  6. Patient and Family-Centered I-PASS SCORE Program: Resident and Advanced Care Provider Training Materials. MedEdPORTAL. 2022; 18:11267. View Patient and Family-Centered I-PASS SCORE Program: Resident and Advanced Care Provider Training Materials. Abstract

  7. Association of Patient and Family Reports of Hospital Safety Climate With Language Proficiency in the US. JAMA Pediatr. 2022 08 01; 176(8):776-786. View Association of Patient and Family Reports of Hospital Safety Climate With Language Proficiency in the US. Abstract

  8. Becoming an Anti-Racist Training Program. J Pediatr. 2022 11; 250:3-6.e2. View Becoming an Anti-Racist Training Program. Abstract

  9. Leadership Training in Pediatric Residency Programs: Identifying Content, Characterizing Practice, and Planning for the Future. Acad Pediatr. 2021 07; 21(5):772-776. View Leadership Training in Pediatric Residency Programs: Identifying Content, Characterizing Practice, and Planning for the Future. Abstract

  10. One Size Does Not Fit All: Implementation of an Equitable and Inclusive Strategic Response to Address Needs of Pediatric Resident Physicians during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Crisis. J Pediatr. 2021 Feb; 229:8-10. View One Size Does Not Fit All: Implementation of an Equitable and Inclusive Strategic Response to Address Needs of Pediatric Resident Physicians during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Crisis. Abstract

  11. I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Frontline Provider Training Materials. MedEdPORTAL. 2020 06 22; 16:10912. View I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Frontline Provider Training Materials. Abstract

  12. Application Factors Associated With Clinical Performance During Pediatric Internship. Acad Pediatr. 2020 Sep - Oct; 20(7):1007-1012. View Application Factors Associated With Clinical Performance During Pediatric Internship. Abstract

  13. Association of Pediatric Resident Physician Depression and Burnout With Harmful Medical Errors on Inpatient Services. Acad Med. 2019 08; 94(8):1150-1156. View Association of Pediatric Resident Physician Depression and Burnout With Harmful Medical Errors on Inpatient Services. Abstract

  14. Pediatric Hospital Medicine: Where We Are, Where We Are Headed: State of the Specialty, Looking Forward. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2019 08; 66(4):891-895. View Pediatric Hospital Medicine: Where We Are, Where We Are Headed: State of the Specialty, Looking Forward. Abstract

  15. I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Champion Training Materials. MedEdPORTAL. 2019 01 10; 15:10794. View I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Champion Training Materials. Abstract

  16. Patient safety after implementation of a coproduced family centered communication programme: multicenter before and after intervention study BMJ. 2018 12 05; 363:k4764. View Patient safety after implementation of a coproduced family centered communication programme: multicenter before and after intervention study Abstract

  17. I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Implementation Guide and Resources. MedEdPORTAL. 2018 08 03; 14:10736. View I-PASS Mentored Implementation Handoff Curriculum: Implementation Guide and Resources. Abstract

  18. I-PASS Handoff Program: Use of a Campaign to Effect Transformational Change. Pediatr Qual Saf. 2018 Jul-Aug; 3(4):e088. View I-PASS Handoff Program: Use of a Campaign to Effect Transformational Change. Abstract

  19. A Comparison of Resident Self-Perception and Pediatric Hospitalist Perceptions of the Supervisory Needs of New Interns. Hosp Pediatr. 2018 04; 8(4):214-219. View A Comparison of Resident Self-Perception and Pediatric Hospitalist Perceptions of the Supervisory Needs of New Interns. Abstract

  20. Stress From Uncertainty and Resilience Among Depressed and Burned Out Residents: A Cross-Sectional Study. Acad Pediatr. 2018 08; 18(6):698-704. View Stress From Uncertainty and Resilience Among Depressed and Burned Out Residents: A Cross-Sectional Study. Abstract

  21. Development, Implementation, and Assessment of the Intensive Clinical Orientation for Residents (ICOR) Curriculum: A Pilot Intervention to Improve Intern Clinical Preparedness. Acad Pediatr. 2018 03; 18(2):140-144. View Development, Implementation, and Assessment of the Intensive Clinical Orientation for Residents (ICOR) Curriculum: A Pilot Intervention to Improve Intern Clinical Preparedness. Abstract

  22. Resident Experiences With Implementation of the I-PASS Handoff Bundle. J Grad Med Educ. 2017 Jun; 9(3):313-320. View Resident Experiences With Implementation of the I-PASS Handoff Bundle. Abstract

  23. Integrating Research, Quality Improvement, and Medical Education for Better Handoffs and Safer Care: Disseminating, Adapting, and Implementing the I-PASS Program. Jt Comm J Qual Patient Saf. 2017 07; 43(7):319-329. View Integrating Research, Quality Improvement, and Medical Education for Better Handoffs and Safer Care: Disseminating, Adapting, and Implementing the I-PASS Program. Abstract

  24. Families as Partners in Hospital Error and Adverse Event Surveillance. JAMA Pediatr. 2017 04 01; 171(4):372-381. View Families as Partners in Hospital Error and Adverse Event Surveillance. Abstract

  25. Optimizing Your Mentoring Relationship: A Toolkit for Mentors and Mentees. MedEdPORTAL. 2016 Sep 23; 12:10459. View Optimizing Your Mentoring Relationship: A Toolkit for Mentors and Mentees. Abstract

  26. Reliability of Verbal Handoff Assessment and Handoff Quality Before and After Implementation of a Resident Handoff Bundle. Acad Pediatr. 2016 08; 16(6):524-31. View Reliability of Verbal Handoff Assessment and Handoff Quality Before and After Implementation of a Resident Handoff Bundle. Abstract

  27. The Creation of Standard-Setting Videos to Support Faculty Observations of Learner Performance and Entrustment Decisions. Acad Med. 2016 Feb; 91(2):204-9. View The Creation of Standard-Setting Videos to Support Faculty Observations of Learner Performance and Entrustment Decisions. Abstract

  28. Blueprint for Action: Visioning Summit on the Future of the Workforce in Pediatrics. Pediatrics. 2015 Jul; 136(1):161-9. View Blueprint for Action: Visioning Summit on the Future of the Workforce in Pediatrics. Abstract

  29. Variation in printed handoff documents: Results and recommendations from a multicenter needs assessment. J Hosp Med. 2015 Aug; 10(8):517-24. View Variation in printed handoff documents: Results and recommendations from a multicenter needs assessment. Abstract

  30. Diversity and inclusion training in pediatric departments. Pediatrics. 2015 Apr; 135(4):707-13. View Diversity and inclusion training in pediatric departments. Abstract

  31. Changes in medical errors after implementation of a handoff program. N Engl J Med. 2014 Nov 06; 371(19):1803-12. View Changes in medical errors after implementation of a handoff program. Abstract

  32. Optimizing clinical competency committee work through taking advantage of overlap across milestones. Acad Pediatr. 2014 Sep-Oct; 14(5):436-8. View Optimizing clinical competency committee work through taking advantage of overlap across milestones. Abstract

  33. Development, implementation, and dissemination of the I-PASS handoff curriculum: A multisite educational intervention to improve patient handoffs. Acad Med. 2014 Jun; 89(6):876-84. View Development, implementation, and dissemination of the I-PASS handoff curriculum: A multisite educational intervention to improve patient handoffs. Abstract

  34. Gender and generational influences on the pediatric workforce and practice. Pediatrics. 2014 Jun; 133(6):1112-21. View Gender and generational influences on the pediatric workforce and practice. Abstract

  35. Placing faculty development front and center in a multisite educational initiative: lessons from the I-PASS Handoff study. Acad Pediatr. 2014 May-Jun; 14(3):221-4. View Placing faculty development front and center in a multisite educational initiative: lessons from the I-PASS Handoff study. Abstract

  36. Putting the pediatrics milestones into practice: a consensus roadmap and resource analysis. Pediatrics. 2014 May; 133(5):898-906. View Putting the pediatrics milestones into practice: a consensus roadmap and resource analysis. Abstract

  37. Rates of medical errors and preventable adverse events among hospitalized children following implementation of a resident handoff bundle. JAMA. 2013 Dec 04; 310(21):2262-70. View Rates of medical errors and preventable adverse events among hospitalized children following implementation of a resident handoff bundle. Abstract

  38. Pulmonary hypertension associated with scurvy and vitamin deficiencies in an autistic child. Pediatrics. 2013 Dec; 132(6):e1699-703. View Pulmonary hypertension associated with scurvy and vitamin deficiencies in an autistic child. Abstract

  39. Quality improvement research in pediatric hospital medicine and the role of the Pediatric Research in Inpatient Settings (PRIS) network. Acad Pediatr. 2013 Nov-Dec; 13(6 Suppl):S54-60. View Quality improvement research in pediatric hospital medicine and the role of the Pediatric Research in Inpatient Settings (PRIS) network. Abstract

  40. Closing the gap: a needs assessment of medical students and handoff training. J Pediatr. 2013 May; 162(5):887-8.e1. View Closing the gap: a needs assessment of medical students and handoff training. Abstract

  41. Pediatric residents' perspectives on reducing work hours and lengthening residency: a national survey. Pediatrics. 2012 Jul; 130(1):99-107. View Pediatric residents' perspectives on reducing work hours and lengthening residency: a national survey. Abstract

  42. Education in professionalism: results from a survey of pediatric residency program directors. J Grad Med Educ. 2012 Mar; 4(1):101-5. View Education in professionalism: results from a survey of pediatric residency program directors. Abstract

  43. I-pass, a mnemonic to standardize verbal handoffs. Pediatrics. 2012 Feb; 129(2):201-4. View I-pass, a mnemonic to standardize verbal handoffs. Abstract

  44. Effects of a night-team system on resident sleep and work hours. Pediatrics. 2011 Dec; 128(6):1142-7. View Effects of a night-team system on resident sleep and work hours. Abstract

  45. Unit-based care teams and the frequency and quality of physician-nurse communications. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2011 May; 165(5):424-8. View Unit-based care teams and the frequency and quality of physician-nurse communications. Abstract

  46. A change in the pediatric leadership landscape. J Pediatr. 2011 Mar; 158(3):347-348.e2. View A change in the pediatric leadership landscape. Abstract

  47. Establishing a multisite education and research project requires leadership, expertise, collaboration, and an important aim. Pediatrics. 2010 Oct; 126(4):619-22. View Establishing a multisite education and research project requires leadership, expertise, collaboration, and an important aim. Abstract

  48. Child health research funding and policy: imperatives and investments for a healthier world. Pediatrics. 2010 Jun; 125(6):1259-65. View Child health research funding and policy: imperatives and investments for a healthier world. Abstract

  49. Federation of Pediatric Organizations Task Force on Women in Pediatrics II: survey of active members of the Society for Pediatric Research regarding part-time and flexible work. J Pediatr. 2009 Oct; 155(4):459-460.e1. View Federation of Pediatric Organizations Task Force on Women in Pediatrics II: survey of active members of the Society for Pediatric Research regarding part-time and flexible work. Abstract

  50. Federation of Pediatric Organizations Task Force on Women in Pediatrics: considerations for part-time training and employment for research-intensive fellows and faculty. J Pediatr. 2009 Jan; 154(1):1-3.e2. View Federation of Pediatric Organizations Task Force on Women in Pediatrics: considerations for part-time training and employment for research-intensive fellows and faculty. Abstract

  51. Report of colloquium II: the theory and practice of graduate medical education--how do we know when we have made a "good doctor"? Pediatrics. 2009 Jan; 123 Suppl 1:S17-21. View Report of colloquium II: the theory and practice of graduate medical education--how do we know when we have made a "good doctor"? Abstract

  52. Global health training for pediatric residents. Pediatr Ann. 2008 Dec; 37(12):786-7, 792-6. View Global health training for pediatric residents. Abstract

  53. Changes in attendance at deliveries by pediatric residents 2000 to 2005. Am J Perinatol. 2009 Feb; 26(2):129-34. View Changes in attendance at deliveries by pediatric residents 2000 to 2005. Abstract

  54. Part-time training in pediatric residency programs: principles and practices. Pediatrics. 2008 Oct; 122(4):e938-44. View Part-time training in pediatric residency programs: principles and practices. Abstract

  55. Health insurance for all children and youth in the United States: a position statement of the Federation of pediatric organizations. J Pediatr. 2008 Sep; 153(3):301-2. View Health insurance for all children and youth in the United States: a position statement of the Federation of pediatric organizations. Abstract

  56. Effects of the accreditation council for graduate medical education duty hour limits on sleep, work hours, and safety. Pediatrics. 2008 Aug; 122(2):250-8. View Effects of the accreditation council for graduate medical education duty hour limits on sleep, work hours, and safety. Abstract

  57. The Federation of Pediatric Organizations strategic plan: six strategic initiatives to enhance child health. J Pediatr. 2008 Jun; 152(6):745-6, 746.e1. View The Federation of Pediatric Organizations strategic plan: six strategic initiatives to enhance child health. Abstract

  58. Introduction of a pediatric palliative care curriculum for pediatric residents. J Palliat Med. 2008 Mar; 11(2):164-70. View Introduction of a pediatric palliative care curriculum for pediatric residents. Abstract

  59. Rates of medication errors among depressed and burnt out residents: prospective cohort study. BMJ. 2008 Mar 01; 336(7642):488-91. View Rates of medication errors among depressed and burnt out residents: prospective cohort study. Abstract

  60. The creation of the Council of Pediatric Subspecialties: addressing the needs of the subspecialties and subspecialists. J Pediatr. 2007 Aug; 151(2):105-6, 106.e1-2. View The creation of the Council of Pediatric Subspecialties: addressing the needs of the subspecialties and subspecialists. Abstract

  61. Five-month-old infant with a unilateral pleural effusion. Coccidioidomycosis. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2007 Feb; 26(2):189-90, 195-6. View Five-month-old infant with a unilateral pleural effusion. Coccidioidomycosis. Abstract

  62. Making pediatrics residency programs family friendly: Views along the professional educational continuum. J Pediatr. 2006 Jul; 149(1):1-2. View Making pediatrics residency programs family friendly: Views along the professional educational continuum. Abstract

  63. Are residents ready for self-directed learning? A pilot program of individualized learning plans in continuity clinic. Ambul Pediatr. 2005 Sep-Oct; 5(5):298-301. View Are residents ready for self-directed learning? A pilot program of individualized learning plans in continuity clinic. Abstract

  64. Index of suspicion. Pediatr Rev. 2004 Oct; 25(10):364-9. View Index of suspicion. Abstract

  65. The state of pediatrics residency training: a period of transformation of graduate medical education. Pediatrics. 2004 Sep; 114(3):832-41. View The state of pediatrics residency training: a period of transformation of graduate medical education. Abstract

  66. Evaluating a Residency Program Using Reflections of Recent Resident Graduates and their Pediatric Colleagues. Med Educ Online. 2003 Dec; 8(1):4330. View Evaluating a Residency Program Using Reflections of Recent Resident Graduates and their Pediatric Colleagues. Abstract

  67. Clinical considerations in the diagnosis of otitis media. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep. 2003 Jul; 3(4):313-20. View Clinical considerations in the diagnosis of otitis media. Abstract

  68. Commentary on the ACGME duty hours standards: improved duty hours with uncertain outcomes. Ambul Pediatr. 2003 Jul-Aug; 3(4):164-5. View Commentary on the ACGME duty hours standards: improved duty hours with uncertain outcomes. Abstract

  69. Continuous professional development: raising the bar for pediatricians. Pediatrics. 2002 Jul; 110(1 Pt 1):152-6. View Continuous professional development: raising the bar for pediatricians. Abstract

  70. Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction associated with ciprofloxacin administration for tick-borne relapsing fever. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2002 Jun; 21(6):571-3. View Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction associated with ciprofloxacin administration for tick-borne relapsing fever. Abstract

  71. Pediatric residents' clinical diagnostic accuracy of otitis media. Pediatrics. 2002 Jun; 109(6):993-8. View Pediatric residents' clinical diagnostic accuracy of otitis media. Abstract

  72. Pediatric resident training in the diagnosis and treatment of acute otitis media. Pediatrics. 2002 Mar; 109(3):404-8. View Pediatric resident training in the diagnosis and treatment of acute otitis media. Abstract

  73. Use of sedation and local anesthesia to prepare children for procedures. Am Fam Physician. 1997 Feb 15; 55(3):909-16. View Use of sedation and local anesthesia to prepare children for procedures. Abstract

  74. Management of the febrile infant. Pediatr Ann. 1996 Nov; 25(11):608-13. View Management of the febrile infant. Abstract

  75. Pediatric resident training in a school environment. A prescription for learning. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 1996 Jun; 150(6):632-7. View Pediatric resident training in a school environment. A prescription for learning. Abstract

  76. Sedation for pediatric procedures. West J Med. 1995 Apr; 162(4):357-8. View Sedation for pediatric procedures. Abstract

My philosophy in practicing medicine is embodied by the Medical Professionalism in the New Millennium: A Physician Charter adopted by the American Board of Internal Medicine which emphasizes fundamental principles and professional commitments.

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