Orthopedic Trauma Care is a valuable resource
for optimizing the care of orthopedic trauma patients. The book begins by
presenting classification, wound and fracture healing, principles of fracture
treatment, and information on the care of polytrauma patients. It closes with
details on specific injuries and common complications and syndromes secondary to
traumatic injuries.

Most patients with orthopedic or trauma conditions are
treated by surgeons working in community hospitals. Even though this group of
surgeons provides care to the majority of patients worldwide, very little
research has been done on their continued professional development (CPD) needs.
Culminating two years of study, this publication shares the discoveries of the
author on the learning gaps and preferences of community hospital surgeons. It
reveals the challenges these surgeons face when attempting to solve unique
clinical problems and meet their medical...