Ulnar Collateral Ligament Injuries

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Posttest
Evaluation
Starts On: 7/1/2021: 12:00 AM
Ends On: 6/30/2022: 12:00 AM
Session Type: Internet Activity Enduring Material
Credits: 0.75
Description:

Faculty

Matthew V. Smith, MD
Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Washington University School of Medicine
Financial Disclosure
Speakers Bureau/Honoraria: Arthrex Inc

Presenters should indicate if speaking off label. This activity originated as a presentation at the CME activity, 13th Annual Sports Medicine Update, August 8, 2020, which was supported in part by St. Louis Children's Hospital Foundation and The Young Athlete Center: Taylor Edelen Fund.

Planning Committee

Mark E. Halstead, MD
Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery
Departments of Pediatrics and Orthopedics
Director, Sports Concussion Program
Medical Director, Young Athlete Center
Medical Director, Progress West Clinic
Financial Disclosures: Nothing to Disclose

Kim M Cordia, RN, BSN, MS, ONC
Pediatric Nurse Manager Children's Specialty Care Center
Financial Disclosures: Nothing to disclose
Objectives: The intended result of this activity is increased knowledge/competence, and upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
  • Explain the anatomy of the ulnar collateral ligament.
  • Explain the biomechanics of the ulnar collateral ligament.
  • Outline the ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction techniques and the outcomes of these techniques.
  • Introduce the role of internal brace for ulnar collateral ligament repair and reconstruction.
Additional Information:
Target Audience: This course is designed for pediatricians, primary care/family practice, sports medicine professionals, physical medicine & rehabilitation physicians, internists, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, emergency medicine, psychologists, psychiatrists, chiropractors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists and athletic trainers.

Publication Date: July 1, 2021
Expiration Date: June 30, 2022
Accreditation Information:
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In support of improving patient care, Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Awarded for this Activity:
Credit Statement: American Medical Association (AMA Credit)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC Credit)
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis designates this enduring material for a maximum of .75 ANCC contact hour.
References:
  • Cain AJSM 2010, Hodgins AJSM 2016, Petty AJSM 2004 Fleisig 2012
  • From: Burkhart et. al. Arthroscopy. 2003 Jul-Aug;19(6):641-61.
  • Armstrong et al, JSES 2005
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All members of the CME department have nothing to disclose.

Speakers are also expected to openly disclose inclusion of discussion of any off-label, experimental, or investigational use of drugs or devices in their presentations.
Presentations are expected to be based on evidence that is accepted within the profession of medicine as adequate justification for their indication in the care of patients. All scientific research should conform to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection and analysis.
These presentations are not an endorsement of any commercial interests.

These presentations are the views and experiences of the presenters. The presenters' views do not represent the policy or position of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Continuing Medical Education, is the sponsor for CME credits.


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