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Overview:
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.
Targeted professionals for admission:
- 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
Outline:
- 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
Programme of Modules:
- 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 Spottors
- Module 9 – Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances
- Module 10 – General Principles Of Orthopaedic Practice
Curriculum
- 11 Sections
- 78 Lessons
- 275 Days
- Academic Discussion Forum1
- Module 1 - The Orthopaedic Oncall (Complimentary Taster Module)6
- Module 2 - The upper limb12
- 3.2Upper Limb Fractures
- 3.3Upper Limb Orthopaedic Emergencies
- 3.4Paediatric Upper Limb Fractures
- 3.5Elective Upper Limb Conditions
- 3.6Interpretation of Shoulder Radiographs
- 3.7Interpretation of Elbow & Forearm Radiographs
- 3.8Interpretation of Hand & Wrist Radiographs
- 3.9Interpretation of MRI of the Shoulder & Elbow
- 3.10Interpretation of Hand & Wrist MRI
- 3.11Summary sheets of key learning points
- 3.12Discussion Forum – Module 2 – The upper limb
- 3.13Assessment – Module 2 – The upper limb59 Questions
- Module 3 -The Lower Limb12
- 4.2Lower Limb Fractures
- 4.3Elective Lower Limb Conditions
- 4.4Pelvis & Hip Radiopgraphs
- 4.5Knee Radiographs
- 4.6Foot & Ankle Radiology 1
- 4.7Foot & Ankle Radiology 2
- 4.8Interpretation of Hip & Pelvis MRI
- 4.9Interpretation of knee MRI
- 4.10Interpretation of Foot&ankle MRI
- 4.11Summary sheets of key learning points
- 4.12Discussion Forum – Module 3 -The Lower Limb
- 4.13Assessment – Module 3 -The Lower Limb58 Questions
- Module 4 - The Spine10
- 5.2Common Spinal Trauma
- 5.3Spinal Fractures & Spinal Cord Injuries
- 5.4Common Spinal Conditions
- 5.5Spinal Pathways
- 5.6Examination of the Spine
- 5.7Spinal Radipgraphs
- 5.8Interpretation of Spinal MRI
- 5.9Summary sheet of key learning points
- 5.10Discussion Forum – Module 4 – The Spine
- 5.11Assessment – Module 4 – The Spine27 Questions
- Module 5 - Paediatric Orthopaedics5
- Module 6 - Orthopaedic Pathology & Oncology8
- 7.2Approach to Pathological Bone Lesion
- 7.3Principles of Orthopaedic Oncology
- 7.4Radiography of Orthopaedic Oncology
- 7.5Interpretation of MRI of MSK tumours
- 7.6Principles of Rheumatology
- 7.7Summary sheet of key learning points
- 7.8Discussion Forum – Module 6 – Orthopaedic Pathologies & Oncology
- 7.9Assessment – Module 6 – Orthopaedic Pathology & Oncology27 Questions
- Module 7 - Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills8
- 8.2Principles of Clinical Examination in Orthopaedics
- 8.3Manipulation of Fractures & Dislocations and Application of Cast
- 8.4Joint Injections & Aspriations Techniques
- 8.5Principles of Surgical Wound Closure
- 8.6Skeletal & Skin Traction
- 8.7Summary sheet of key learning points
- 8.8Discussion Forum – Module 7 – Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills
- 8.9Assessment – Module 7 – Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic Skills19 Questions
- Module 8 - General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spottors8
- 9.2How to Read Orthopaedic X-Rays
- 9.3General Concepts of Orthopaedic Radiographs
- 9.4General Principles of MRI in Orthopaedics
- 9.5Commonly Missed Orthopaedic Injuries
- 9.6Xrays of Common Orthopaedic Conditions
- 9.7Summary sheet of key learning points
- 9.8Discussion Forum – Module 8 – General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spottors
- 9.9Assessment – Module 8 – General Principles of Orthopaedic Xray / MRI , and Case Spottors22 Questions
- Module 9 - Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances14
- 10.2Orthopaedic Implants – History & Principles
- 10.3Orthotics & Prosthetics
- 10.4Knee Replacement Implants
- 10.5Hand & Wrist Join Replacement
- 10.6Intramedullary Nails
- 10.7Shoulder Replacement
- 10.8Elbow Replacement
- 10.9Hip Replacement
- 10.10Ankle Replacement
- 10.111st MTPJ Replacement
- 10.12spinal instruments
- 10.13External Fixators
- 10.14Discussion Forum – Module 9 – Orthopaedic implants & Appliances
- 10.15Assessment – Module 9 – Orthopaedic Implants & Appliances25 Questions
- Module 10 - General Principles of Orthopaedic Practice3
