Current State of Pediatric Orthopaedic Disaster Response

• 2014

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• Derek Kelly; Benton Heyworth; Richard Kruse; Eric Edmonds; Kelly VanderHave; David Podeszwa
PMID: 24172681DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/bpo.0000000000000107

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This review aims to inform orthopedic surgeons of opportunities to serve when disaster strikes, focusing on requirements and challenges involved. It describes the roles of various children's hospitals across the U.S., including those in Memphis, Boston, and San Diego. The article highlights challenges faced during disasters and suggests improvements for better care. The National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) was established in 1987 to coordinate emergency health services during crises, involving various government and private agencies. NDMS has evolved to include Disaster Medical Assistance Teams (DMATs) with volunteer medical personnel. Specialized orthopedic surgeons play a key role in disaster planning and response. The Pediatric Orthopedic Society of North America (POSNA) also contributes to disaster planning and response.

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Hazards: CBRNE; Everyday Emergency; Infectious Disease; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather; Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Disasters; Emergency Medical Services; Orthopedics; Pediatrics; Triage

Institutions: Le Bonheur Children's Hospital; Boston Children's Hospital; Nemours Children's Health; Rady Children's Hospital San Diego; Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospital; Scottish Rite for Children; Shriners Children's; St. Louis Children's Hospital

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