The purpose of this course is to provide a basis for recognition and modern management of complex trauma and musculoskeletal injuries. The course is an intensive three days of sessions with a series of lectures which include twelve specialized hands-on workshops. 

Designed to offer the orthopaedic surgeon an integrated approach to trauma management. At the conclusion of this symposium, participants will be able to:
  • Utilize proven techniques of long bone stabilization, including intramedullary nailing, external fixation and plating.

  • Discuss the indications and complications associated with the use of pelvic external fixation.

  • Cite current concepts in the initial management of pelvic and acetabular fractures.

  • Cite current concepts in the initial management of upper extremity trauma.

  • Apply current methods for the management of foot and ankle trauma.

  • List treatment options for management of complex lower extremity injuries.

  • Become familiar with locked-plating techniques and image-guided surgery.


Advocate Health Care is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Advocate Health Care designates this educational activity for a maximum of 30.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Each physician should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

Acknowledgement of all disclosures i.e., nothing to disclose or existence of relevant financial relationships will be made at the activity. Conflicts of interests will be identified and resolved prior to the activity.

 

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts 30.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the AACME.

NURSES
For the purpose of recertification theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts 30.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the AACME.

CASE MANAGER CREDITS
The Chicago Trauma Symposium has been approved for a maximum of 30.5 credits by the Commission for Case Manager Certification for Continuing Education. Each participant should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.