International Paediatric Trauma Course 2027
April 23, 2027 - April 24, 2027
Join leading experts for a comprehensive, two-day international course focused on the hospital-based management of paediatric trauma. Organized by Karolinska University Hospital in collaboration with University Hospital Zurich, this program emphasizes clinical decision-making and optimal coordination across the in-hospital trauma chain.
📅 Event Details
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Dates: April 23 – April 24, 2027
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Time: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
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Location: University Hospital Zurich (USZ), Zurich, Switzerland
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Language: English
🎯 Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the in-hospital trauma chain, regardless of specialty. (Prior experience in trauma or acute care is recommended.)
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Physicians and Nurses
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Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Anaesthesia staff
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Operating Theatre and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) personnel
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Multidisciplinary Trauma Teams
💡 Course Highlights
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Targeted Learning: Strengthen your ability to recognize severe injuries early, prioritize accurately, and make sound decisions from ED arrival through operative, intensive, and post-resuscitation care.
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Specialized Focus: Explore the critical differences between adult and paediatric trauma care.
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Engaging Format: Features structured 30-45 minute lectures by an experienced international faculty, complemented by 45-minute daily moderated, case-based panel discussions addressing real-world medical and surgical challenges.
🏷️ Registration & Fees
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Physicians and Registered Nurses: 10,000 SEK (≈ 900 EUR)
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Residents (ST doctors) and Nurses in Specialist Training: 5,000 SEK (≈ 450 EUR)
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Discounts: 10% discount for ESTES or EUHA members (proof required).
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Note: The fee includes course participation and lunch on both days. Travel, accommodation, and dinner are not included.
Course Director: Robin Österberg (Consultant Trauma Surgeon, Head of Section, Acute Surgery and Trauma, Karolinska University Hospital).
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your practical clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary collaboration in paediatric trauma care!