CASTED: ‘hands-on’ orthopedics course specifically designed for Emergency Department

Speciality Orthopedic - Skills & training

Organizer Marwa Samir Rushdy

CME/CPD Provider CEPD/016P

Scheduled date(s):

From 21 November 2022 To 23 November 2022

From 25 July 2022 To 27 July 2022

Aims And Objectives

Course Objectives: • history, physical, and investigations • making more accurate diagnoses • recognizing ‘red flag’ patients • knowing who needs a reduction • reduction and molding techniques for numerous fractures and dislocations • understanding who needs to see ortho and when The case-based lectures also help you understand ED orthopedic principles. Knowing what questions to ask, what to look for on exam and how to order and interpret x-rays will help you on your next shift. You will develop better management plans for your patients. CASTED: Emergency will give you a more complete handle on ED immobilization options, which injuries are operative, which fractures are low-risk, which need molding, how quickly ortho needs to see in follow-up, etc.

Content Outline

The ‘hands-on’ components begin with demonstrations of ED ortho reductions and immobilization techniques. Then, as you put on casts and splints, CASTED faculty supervise closely and offer instruction on the proper application and molding techniques. The lectures will help you understand when to reduce and why molding may be needed. The ‘hands-on’ sessions give you the practical side. Knowing ‘how to’ is helpful; but the supervised practice ensures you have the confidence you are doing it right! This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians

Target Audience

Emergency Physicians