CME expires June 30, 2028

Master the Essentials. Know When to Treat and When to Refer.

When every minute counts, orthopaedic surgeons need immediate, practical guidance to manage emergencies with confidence. This course delivers just that.

Pediatric Orthopaedic Emergencies for Generalists is an authoritative, self-paced series designed to help general orthopaedists navigate urgent and high-risk pediatric musculoskeletal conditions they may encounter in the emergency department, urgent care, or trauma call setting.

Each module focuses on a critical condition, from slipped capital femoral epiphysis to septic hip arthritis, and provides concise, relevant, and actionable information to help surgeons make appropriate decisions quickly.

What You Will Learn

• How to recognize key signs and symptoms of emergent pediatric orthopaedic conditions
• Evidence-based treatment strategies, including whether urgent surgical management is required
• High-yield imaging study findings and clinical red flags
• Clear criteria that aid in determining injuries that warrant management versus referral
• Best practices for acute stabilization, imaging studies, and timing of management

Course Modules
Each module includes a complete learning experience.

• Structured, evidence-based clinical reference guide based on current best practices
• Quick-reference tables, checklists, and decision-making flowcharts
• Expert commentary highlighting practical tips, pearls, and pitfalls
• Interactive case scenarios with realistic patient presentations
• Case-based questions with detailed answer feedback

Included Conditions

• Pediatric Acute Hematogenous Osteomyelitis
• Pediatric Clavicular Shaft Fractures
• Pediatric Femoral Neck Fractures
• Pediatric Femoral Shaft Fractures
• Pediatric Physeal Fractures
• Pediatric Septic Hip Arthritis
• Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis
• Pediatric Spine Infections
• Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures
• Pediatric Tibial Shaft Fractures

Who Should Take This Course?

• General orthopaedic surgeons managing pediatric call or trauma cases
• Orthopaedists in community hospitals or rural settings
• Orthopaedic residents and fellows seeking pediatric emergency preparedness
• Allied health professionals looking to sharpen clinical decision-making skills in high-risk pediatric scenarios

Editors

Dustin Adam Greenhill, MD, FAAOS

Martin Herman, MD, FAAOS

Learning Objectives

• Recognize early clinical signs of high-risk pediatric orthopaedic emergencies and initiate appropriate evaluation.
• Interpret key radiographic findings associated with urgent pediatric musculoskeletal injuries and infections.
• Apply evidence-based treatment algorithms to guide acute stabilization and surgical decision making.
• Distinguish between conditions appropriate for generalist management versus those requiring urgent referral to a pediatric orthopaedist.
• Avoid common pitfalls and delays in diagnosis that may lead to adverse outcomes in pediatric patients.
• Execute a structured, confident clinical approach during on-call or emergency scenarios involving children.

Earn up to 20 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.