School Accommodations for Chronically Ill K-12 Students with Dr. Brian Yontz and Dr. Cathy Pederson

In this podcast episode, Dr. Brian Yontz and Dr. Cathy Pederson discuss the importance and implementation of school accommodations for chronically ill K-12 students, particularly focusing on those with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Yontz offers insights from an educational policy perspective, detailing how schools can better support these students through the use of 504 plans and Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), while Dr. Pederson shares her experiences as a parent of a child with POTS navigating the educational system. They emphasize the vital role of tailored accommodations in ensuring these students can succeed academically despite their health challenges.