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In this video, Ron Ruffing, MD, MPH, MSP, FAAP, the Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN) lead for Deployable Assets, highlights key barriers identified during a two-year survey of the Pediatric Medical Operations Coordinating Cells (P-MOCC). Drawing from experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2022 "tridemic" (influenza, RSV, and COVID-19), Dr. Ruffing shares critical insights on challenges and solutions in pediatric medical operations. During public health crises, ensuring equitable access to critical pediatric care is essential. This video explores the operational challenges faced by P-MOCC and provides valuable lessons learned to improve future preparedness and response efforts. Watch this 5-minute video to gain insights into the evolving role of Pediatric Medical Operations Coordinating Cells (P-MOCC) and learn how they contribute to strengthening pediatric healthcare system resilience during times of crisis.

What You Will Learn

  • Information Sharing – Overcoming communication gaps in crisis response
  • Stakeholder Engagement – Strengthening collaboration between healthcare systems and public health agencies
  • Secondary Transport Challenges – Addressing logistical barriers to patient transfers
  • Pre-Event Cooperative Agreements – The importance of proactive planning before emergencies arise
  • Unresolved Problems – Ongoing challenges and opportunities for improvement in pediatric medical operations

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The Pediatric Pandemic Network is supported in part by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of cooperative agreements U1IMC43532 and U1IMC45814 with 0 percent financed with nongovernmental sources. The content presented here is that of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, visit HRSA.gov.

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This work was made possible by Award Number (U3REP190615-10-10) from the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR).  Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of ASPR or the Department of Health and Human Services.

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