The course offered workshops, panel discussions, and lectures by the entire orthopaedic division faculty. Dr. Cuckler says the course was very well-received, with 75 in attendance. Dr. Cuckler notes that the hands-on workshops were a tremendous success, providing instruction on handling common injuries.
Orthopaedic complaints are a common part of primary care practice.
The course also helped build confidence in decision-making, in assessing when an inury requires referral to a UAB orthopaedic surgeon and when it can be managed at the primary care location. Dr. Cuckler plans to do three or four of these courses annually, focusing on more specific topics and covering each in greater detail. He says they'll continue the very successful workshop and lecture format.