March 21–22, 2025 | Walnut Creek, CA
About the Conference
The Pediatric Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Conference 2025 offers an immersive educational experience for healthcare professionals dedicated to the care of pediatric patients. Through a combination of expert-led lectures, hands-on workshops, and engaging panel discussions, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries commonly encountered in children and adolescents. The conference emphasizes evidence-based strategies and interdisciplinary approaches to improve patient care outcomes.
Who Should Attend
This conference is designed for a broad audience, including physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, nurses, orthotists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals involved in pediatric musculoskeletal and sports medicine. Residents, fellows, and students are also encouraged to attend and benefit from the expert insights provided.
Learning Objectives
Participants will leave the conference with the ability to:
- Identify and manage common pediatric musculoskeletal conditions with improved diagnostic and treatment strategies.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline referrals between healthcare providers.
- Address communication challenges within healthcare teams by adopting real-time strategies to improve team dynamics and outcomes in pediatric care.
- Implement a personalized, continuous learning plan to stay current with evolving guidelines and practices in pediatric musculoskeletal and sports medicine.
Key Sessions and Topics
Day 1: Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conference
- Pediatric Hip Disorders: In-depth exploration of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), and Perthes disease, presented by leading experts.
- Fracture Management in Pediatrics: A session tailored for primary care providers to refine their approach to common pediatric fractures.
- Interactive Workshops: Hands-on training focused on hip examination techniques for infants, children, and adolescents, facilitated by a multidisciplinary faculty.
Day 2: Pediatric Sports Medicine Conference
- Focus on Female Athletes: Sessions on sports nutrition, strength and conditioning, and injury prevention specifically tailored for young female athletes.
- Knee Injury Prevention: A keynote presentation on leveraging motion lab technology for optimizing return-to-sport protocols, followed by practical workshops on high-tech and low-tech knee screening techniques.
- Emerging Innovations: Presentations on topics such as artificial intelligence in healthcare, mental skills training for youth sports, and Schroth physical therapy techniques.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Nirav Pandya, a renowned pediatric orthopedic surgeon and division chief at UCSF, will headline the conference. Dr. Pandya specializes in advanced surgical techniques and motion lab technology, with a particular focus on optimizing recovery for young athletes. His expertise offers a forward-looking perspective on the integration of technology and traditional care in sports medicine.
Accreditation
UCSF is jointly accredited by ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC to offer continuing education for healthcare teams. CEU and BOC credits for physical therapists and athletic trainers are pending approval.
Join the 2025 Pediatric Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Conference and engage with leading experts, gain hands-on experience, and advance your skills in managing pediatric conditions. This is a unique opportunity to enhance your professional knowledge while contributing to the future of pediatric care.
