Focused Academic Excellence

To deliver structured, high-quality education in paediatric musculoskeletal trauma, empowering clinicians with the latest knowledge and evidence-based practices.

Preventing Complications

To minimise complications by fostering a deeper understanding of injury patterns, timely diagnosis, and appropriate management in the growing child.

Bridging the Knowledge Gap

To integrate and adapt adult orthopaedic trauma principles into paediatric-specific care, ensuring safe and effective treatment tailored to children.

Shaping Future Leaders

To mentor, inspire, and train the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons, building a strong foundation for excellence in paediatric trauma care.

Welcome to POTS

Paediatric Orthopaedic Trauma Symposium (POTS)

Musculoskeletal trauma constitutes a significant proportion of injuries in the paediatric population. Paradoxically, many of these injuries are managed by orthopaedic surgeons whose primary focus is adult trauma care. While principles may overlap, paediatric musculoskeletal trauma presents unique anatomical, physiological, and biological considerations. A lack of focused understanding can lead to avoidable complications and long-term consequences for growing children.

Recognising this important gap in structured education, we envisioned an academic platform dedicated exclusively to Paediatric Orthopaedic Trauma. Read More

Dr. Vikas Gupta

Chairman POTS

+91 98102 72110

drvikas@hotmail.com

Dr. Ravi Chauhan

Secretary POTS

+91-9582679293

dr.ravichauhan15@gmail.com

Orthopaedic Postgraduates

Essential for postgraduates to develop critical decision making skills and gain specialised expertise in managing complex paediatric trauma cases effectively.

Orthopaedic Senior Residents

Enables senior residents to refine surgical judgment, enhance practical skills, and confidently manage challenging paediatric trauma cases.

Paediatric Orthopaedic Fellows

Empowers paediatric orthopaedic fellows to deepen subspecialty expertise, engage with advanced evidence-based practices, and master the management of complex paediatric trauma.

General Orthopaedic Surgeons

Helps general orthopaedic surgeons, who routinely encounter paediatric trauma in daily practice, refine their understanding of evaluation and management to deliver safer, more effective care for children.

Highlights of POTS 2026

Skill Training Workshops

Master the art and science of paediatric orthopaedic procedures through an intensive skill training workshop, featuring cast application, valgus osteotomy with PHP fixation for neck femur fractures, and cubitus varus deformity correction.

Comprehensive Scientific Sessions

Delivering a dynamic scientific platform that blends evidence-based lectures, expert insights, and interactive discussions in paediatric orthopaedic trauma.

Delegate Case Presentations

Delegates have the valuable opportunity to present their cases before esteemed national paediatric orthopaedic faculty, with exciting prizes awarded to the winners. Showcase your clinical skills, gain expert feedback, and be recognised among your peers.

Quiz Competition

Delegates will also participate in engaging quiz competition, with exciting prizes awarded to the top winners. Test your knowledge, challenge your peers, and celebrate your success in a fun and interactive setting.