Managing PCOS in Adolescents

Authors

Michael Smith
Tania S. Burgert, Children's Mercy HospitalFollow

Files

Document Type

Podcast

Hosts

Michael Smith

Featured Speaker

Tania Burgert, MD

Length of Episode

16:30

Description

In this episode, Dr. Tania Burgert, a leading pediatric endocrinologist and director of the Multi-Specialty Adolescent PCOS Program at Children’s Mercy, breaks down the complexities of diagnosing and managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in teens. She discusses the evolving diagnostic criteria, the challenges pediatricians face in early identification, and how to approach patients who may be “at risk.” Dr. Burgert also explores first-line treatment strategies, the critical role of mental health support, and how lifestyle interventions can be made sustainable for adolescents.

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Publication Date

10-27-2025

Disciplines

Pediatrics

Recommended Citation

Smith, Michael and Burgert, Tania S., "Managing PCOS in Adolescents" (2025). Pediatrics in Practice: A CME Podcast. 41.
https://scholarlyexchange.childrensmercy.org/cme_podcast/41