The spectrum of musculoskeletal trauma and fractures

10^th International Conference on Orthopedics, Trauma and Rheumatology

March 08-09, 2018 London, UK

Wasim Khan

University of Cambridge, UK

ScientificTracks Abstracts: J Orthop Trauma Surg Rel Res

Abstract :

Musculoskeletal trauma encompasses a wide range of pathologies that make up a significant proportion of the emergency department’s workload. These ranges from minor soft tissue injuries in the minor injuries unit to poly-trauma in the resuscitation bays and a significant amount of resources are utilized in dealing with these injuries effectively. How these injuries are managed immediately will significantly affect the patient’s outcome. It is important that our practice remains evidence-based to ensure these injuries are managed optimally and do not lead to complications in management or unwanted legal repercussions. In this session we will look at musculoskeletal trauma presenting to the emergency department and discuss its management in the light of the most recent evidence. We will consider a range of injuries from minor soft tissue injuries to poly-trauma and periprosthetic injuries.

Biography :

Wasim Khan is a University Lecturer and Honorary Consultant Trauma and Orthopedic Surgeon. He is based at the University of Cambridge and Addenbrooke’s Hospital that is a level 1 Trauma Centre. He has completed an Orthopedic Academic Higher Clinical Training program in London where he was a Lecturer from 2010-14. He has completed national and international clinical and research fellowships. He has over 15 years of experience in the diagnosis and management of soft tissue, fractures and musculoskeletal injuries. His current clinical practice routinely involves management of upper and lower limb trauma. He has a special interest in lower limb and knee trauma with his elective interests being knee surgery, including arthroscopic surgery, joint replacements and revision arthroplasty. He has a special interest in tissue regeneration and aims to explore better ways of treating chondral lesions. He has authored over 250 papers, 50 chapters and 5 books.
Email:wasimkhan@doctors.org.uk