The Pediatric Trauma Society
The Pediatric Trauma Society
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The PTS is a professional organization for all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children through development of optimal care guidelines, education, research and advocacy. PTS is the product of the collaborative vision of many pediatric trauma healthcare providers from around the world. Filling a void, PTS is working toward becoming the resource for both pediatric and adult trauma care providers to improve pediatric trauma care regardless of where injured children are cared for.
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The podcast explores critical topics related to pediatric trauma care including the latest guidelines, substantial research updates, and pertinent tools for healthcare providers. For instance, the inaugural episode addresses the essential Standard 5.7 from the ACS Greybook, emphasizing non-accidental trauma assessments while providing actionable strategies for improving trauma programs.

The PTS is a professional organization for all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children through development of optimal care guidelines, education, research and advocacy. PTS is the product of the collaborative vision of many pediatric trauma healthcare providers from around the world. Filling a void, PTS is working toward becoming the resource for both pediatric and adult trauma care providers to improve pediatric trauma care regardless of where injured children are cared for.
In the inaugural episode of the PTS Inside the Committee Series, host Liz Waibel sits down with 2025 Program Chair Regan Williams, MD and Co-Chair Lee Ann Wurster, MS, RN, TCRN, CPNP-PC. In this episode, Regan and Lee Ann explain what the Program Committee does, how to join the committee, and they share some fun new things happening at the PTS 2025 Annual Meeting. Listen now to get a sneak peek ahead of the meeting!
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Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you’re getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.
The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.
Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.
https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

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