Paediatric Orthopaedics GP Education Webinar

Hosted by Epworth Healthcare, this GP education webinar includes two presentations with Q&A, concluding with Panel Q&A - presenters and Moderator.

TOPIC 1 CLICKY HIPS AND FUNNY CREASES - AN UPDATE ON THE TREATMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL DYSPLASIA OF THE HIP IN INFANTS AND CHILDREN: presented by Dr Lucas Annabell, Paediatric and Adult Orthopaedic Surgeon

A review of the common presentations of developmental dysplasia of the hip in babies and young children, treatment options, follow up, and when to refer.

TOPIC 2 PAEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT KNEE PAIN - TIPS FOR ASSESSMENT AND WHEN TO REFER: presented by Dr Julia Kirby, Paediatric and Adult Orthopaedic Surgeon

A case-based review of common knee conditions in paediatric and adolescent patients. The objective of this talk is to highlight red flags in the presentation of knee pain in this unique group, discuss primary work up, provide an update on management and when specialist referral is required.

MODERATOR: Dr Stewart Morrison, Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Learning outcomes:

• Outline the common presentations and risk factors of patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip
• Discuss diagnosis and treatment options
• Outline the common causes of knee pain in paediatric and adolescent patients
• Discuss diagnosis and when referral to a specialist is indicated