Disaster Response and the Pediatric Patient - 2025 Trauma Symposium

Disaster preparedness is a critical component of orthopedic training despite minimal exposure within most residency programs. This POSNA Trauma Committee virtual symposium offers a brief overview of vital aspects of disaster response, while pointing attendees to high quality resources for further study. Several high-profile examples of disasters will be reviewed, with attention to lessons learned and the improvements made at each hospital system as a result.