This virtual live-steam course is designed to educate and empower health care providers regarding an interdisciplinary approach to children with lower limb differences, deformities and length discrepancies.
Target Audience This conference is tailored towards Orthopaedic Surgeons, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physicians, Pediatricians and Family Physicians, Orthotists & Prosthetists, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists.
Course Chair Sanjeev Sabharwal, MD, MPH Professor of Clinical Orthopaedics Director, Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Center Director, UCSF Pediatric Orthopaedic Fellowship UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
2025 UCSF/IGOT Pediatric Limb Differences Webinar
Post-Traumatic Limb Deformities in Children and Young Adults: A Global Perspective
This global, case-based webinar brought together orthopedic surgeons and learners to explore real-world challenges and innovative solutions for post-traumatic limb deformities in pediatric and adolescent populations. Delivered in four structured sessions, the program highlighted sequelae of physeal injuries, malunions, non-unions with bone loss, and frugal innovations in limb deformity care across a wide range of clinical and global settings. Each session featured a focused introductory talk, a curated series of short expert-led case presentations, and a panel discussion driven by audience engagement. With a strong emphasis on surgical decision-making, practical techniques, and resource-conscious approaches, this webinar showcases collaborative strategies for managing complex deformities around the world.
