Paediatric Fractures & Dislocations Course

Paediatric Fractures & Dislocations Course is organized by University of Calgary Office of Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development (CME & PD) and will be held on Jan 22, 2026 at Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre, Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Course Overview:
This course is designed for rural practitioners to learn the knowledge and skills necessary in the initial management of paediatric fractures. This course will include short didactic presentations addressing the correct diagnosis of paediatric fractures and the physiologic differences between paediatric and adult fractures that affect management. Live demonstration with hands-on practice will focus on appropriate casting and splinting methods. Participants will practice on each other, including applying casts and splints.

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this course, learners will be equipped to:

• Identify and manage difficult paediatric fractures, including pitfalls in diagnosis
• Review differences in management between paediatric and adult fractures
• Apply proper casting technique in paediatric population with emphasis on maintenance of reduction