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The Postgraduate Diploma program has been designed to provide support for the multi-professional Orthopaedic workforce in meeting the increasing demand for optimal care of musculoskeletal conditions.
By demonstrating applied knowledge in this field, learners will be equipped with the necessary skills to begin and advance their career in MSK Medicine and Orthopedics.
This extensive course is comprehensive and covers the whole syllabus relevant to the field, ensuring that learners are well-rounded and fully equipped to tackle challenges within the Healthcare setting.
Our accreditation status serves as a testament to our commitment to high standards and indicates that our program and institution have undergone a thorough review and evaluation process by experts in the field of education .The program has been meticulously crafted by our experienced tutors and is delivered online through the Orthopedic Academy LMS platform.
Learners will receive ongoing support throughout their journey through the tutor-moderated discussion forum.
To ensure the highest quality of educational content, we regularly re-evaluate our materials and closely monitor feedback to make improvements and additions where necessary.
- Surgical and Orthopaedic trainees
- Foundations Doctors
- Speciality Doctors
- Emergency Department Doctors
- General Practitioners
- Surgical & Extended Role Nurse Practitioners
- Extended Role Nurse Practitioners
- Physiotherapists , Chriopractors and Osteopaths
- Surgical Assistants & Care Practitioners
- 10 extensive Modules to cover all aspects of Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Each modules includes MCQ assessment to test your learning
- Course duration: Flexible || Self-Paced || 6-9 Months
- Direct contact with a Tutor for case discussions and student’s queries
- On completion you will receive a certificate accredited by The Skills Development Council of Canada
- Module 1 – The Orthopaedic Oncall
- Module 2 – The Upper Limb
- Module 3 – The Lower Limb
- Module 4 – The Spine
- Module 5 – Paediatric Orthopaedics
- Module 6 – Orthopaedic Pathology & Oncology
- Module 7 – Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills
- Module 8 – General Principles Of Orthopaedic Xray & MRI , And Case Spotters
- Module 9 – Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances
- Module 10 – General Principles Of Orthopaedic Practice
Modules
- 12 Sections
- 115 Lessons
- 278 Days
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- Academic Discussion Forum1
- Module 1 - The Orthopaedic Oncall (Complimentary Taster Module)8
- 2.1Orthopaedic Emergencies Part 1
- 2.2Orthopaedic Emergencies Part 2
- 2.3How to Survive the Trauma Meeting
- 2.4Summary sheets of key learning points
- 2.5Discussion Forum – Module 1 – The Orthopaedic Oncall
- 2.6Clinical Skills: How to request and report radiographs20 Minutes
- 2.7Safety & Regulations in Radiology18 Minutes
- 2.8Assessment (Complimentary Taster Module)
- Module 2 - The Upper Limb24
- 3.1Upper Limb Fractures
- 3.2Upper Limb Orthopaedic Emergencies
- 3.3Paediatric Upper Limb Fractures
- 3.4Elective Upper Limb Conditions
- 3.5Interpretation of Shoulder Radiographs
- 3.6Interpretation of Elbow & Forearm Radiographs
- 3.7Interpretation of Hand & Wrist Radiographs
- 3.8Interpretation of MRI of the Shoulder & Elbow
- 3.9Interpretation of Hand & Wrist MRI
- 3.10General Concepts of Musculoskeletal Injections
- 3.11Glenohumeral Joint Injections
- 3.12Subacromial Space Injections
- 3.13Elbow Joint Injection
- 3.14Golfer Elbow Injection
- 3.15Tennis Elbow Injection
- 3.16Wrist Joint Injection
- 3.17Carpal Tunnel Injection
- 3.18De Quervain’s Injection
- 3.19Trigger Finger Injection
- 3.20Common Fractures of the Hand & Wrist15 Minutes
- 3.21Interpretation of Shoulder & Elbow Radiographs
- 3.22Discussion Forum – Module 2 – The Upper Limb
- 3.23Summary sheets of key learning points
- 3.24Assessment – Module 2 – The upper limb109 Questions
- Module 3 -The Lower Limb25
- 4.1Lower Limb Fractures
- 4.2Elective Lower Limb Conditions
- 4.3Pelvis & Hip Radiopgraphs
- 4.4Knee Radiographs
- 4.5Foot & Ankle Radiology 1
- 4.6Foot & Ankle Radiology 2
- 4.7Interpretation of Hip & Pelvis MRI
- 4.8Interpretation of Knee MRI
- 4.9Interpretation of Foot&ankle MRI
- 4.10Hip Joint Injection
- 4.11Trochanteric Bursa Injection
- 4.12Ischial Tuberosity Bursa Injection
- 4.13Knee Joint Injection
- 4.14Pes Anserinus Injection
- 4.15Infrapatellar Bursa Injections
- 4.16Achilles Tendon Injections
- 4.17Ankle Joint Injection
- 4.18Subtalar Joint Injection
- 4.19Planter fascia Injections
- 4.20Interpretation of Foot & Ankle Xrays23 Minutes
- 4.21Interpretation of Pelvis & Hip Xrays23 Minutes
- 4.22Interpretation of Knee Xrays21 Minutes
- 4.23Summary sheets of key learning points
- 4.24Discussion Forum – Module 3 -The Lower Limb
- 4.25Assessment – Module 3 -The Lower Limb113 Questions
- Module 4 - The Spine15
- 5.1Common Spinal Trauma
- 5.2Spinal Fractures & Spinal Cord Injuries
- 5.3Common Spinal Conditions
- 5.4Spinal Pathways
- 5.5Examination of the Spine
- 5.6Spinal Radipgraphs
- 5.7Interpretation of Spinal MRI
- 5.8Lumbar Facet Joint Injections
- 5.9Lumbar Nerve root Injections
- 5.10Sacro-iliac Joint Injection
- 5.11Sacro-Coccygeal joint Injections
- 5.12Interpretation of Spinal Xrays21 Minutes
- 5.13Summary sheet of key learning points
- 5.14Discussion Forum – Module 4 – The Spine
- 5.15Assessment – Module 4 – The Spine42 Questions
- Module 5 - Paediatric Orthopaedics6
- Module 6 - Orthopaedic Pathology & Oncology10
- 7.1Approach to Pathological Bone Lesion
- 7.2Principles of Orthopaedic Oncology
- 7.3Radiography of Orthopaedic Oncology
- 7.4Interpretation of MRI of MSK tumours
- 7.5Principles of Rheumatology
- 7.6Radiographs of Orthopaedic Pathological Conditions24 Minutes
- 7.7Interpretation of Radiographs of Bone Tumours26 Minutes
- 7.8Summary sheet of key learning points
- 7.9Discussion Forum – Module 6 – Orthopaedic Pathologies & Oncology
- 7.10Assessment – Module 6 – Orthopaedic Pathology & Oncology27 Questions
- Module 7 - Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills8
- 8.1Principles of Clinical Examination in Orthopaedics
- 8.2Manipulation of Fractures & Dislocations and Application of Cast
- 8.3Joint Injections & Aspriations Techniques
- 8.4Principles of Surgical Wound Closure
- 8.5Skeletal & Skin Traction
- 8.6Summary sheet of key learning points
- 8.7Discussion Forum – Module 7 – Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills
- 8.8Assessment – Module 7 – Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills19 Questions
- Module 8 - General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spotters8
- 9.1How to Read Orthopaedic X-Rays
- 9.2General Concepts of Orthopaedic Radiographs
- 9.3General Principles of MRI in Orthopaedics
- 9.4Commonly Missed Orthopaedic Injuries
- 9.5Xrays of Common Orthopaedic Conditions
- 9.6Summary sheet of key learning points
- 9.7Discussion Forum – Module 8 – General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spottors
- 9.8Assessment – Module 8 – General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spottors22 Questions
- Module 9 - Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances15
- 10.1Orthopaedic Implants – History & Principles
- 10.2Orthotics & Prosthetics
- 10.3Knee Replacement Implants
- 10.4Hand & Wrist Join Replacement
- 10.5Intramedullary Nails
- 10.6Shoulder Replacement
- 10.7Elbow Replacement
- 10.8Hip Replacement
- 10.9Ankle Replacement
- 10.101st MTPJ Replacement
- 10.11Spinal Implants
- 10.12External Fixators
- 10.13Orthopaedic Plates & Screws
- 10.14Discussion Forum – Module 9 – Orthopaedic implants & Appliances
- 10.15Assessment – Module 9 – Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances28 Questions
- Module 10 - General Principles of Orthopaedic Practice3
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