John M. Templeton Jr MD Pediatric Trauma Symposium

Thursday, March 6, 2025, 7:30 AM - Friday, March 7, 2025, 4:45 AM, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, HUB Center, Philadelphia, PA

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the John M. Templeton Jr. Pediatric Trauma Symposium. The course is a nationally recognized resource for innovative as well as basic multidisciplinary pediatric trauma education — a one-of-a-kind conference! The two-day course allows you the opportunity to be present among the physician and nursing leaders in pediatric trauma as well as other health team members who are passionate about trauma. The multidisciplinary audience includes pediatric and adult trauma surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, trauma medical directors, trauma program managers, registered nurses, advanced practitioners from emergency departments, intensive care units, peri-operative departments, medical-surgical units, and rehabilitation centers, pre-hospital providers and social workers. The content is geared to healthcare professionals caring for traumatically injured children.

1. 90% of learners will self-report having the knowledge to describe current treatment and technological advances that decrease pediatric trauma and disability
2. 90% of learners will self-report having the knowledge to discuss how trauma affects the physical and emotional development of the pediatric patient.
3. 90% of learners will self-report having the knowledge to identify strategic measures to reduce the incidence of pediatric traumatic injuries.
4. 90% of learners will self-report having the knowledge to discuss the values that support effective multidisciplinary teams in pediatric trauma care

FULL CONFERENCE (In-Person and Virtual)    
• Physicians - $525
• Nurses, Other Healthcare Professionals, Residents, Trainees and Students - $425
• EMS Providers (EMT, Paramedic) - $150

ONE-DAY ONLY (In-Person and Virtual) 
• Physicians - $325
• Nurses, Other Healthcare Professionals, Residents, Trainees and Students - $300
• EMS Providers (EMT, Paramedic) - $99

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (11.50 hours), ANCC NCPD Contact Hours (11.50 hours), Non-Physician AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Attendance (includes PA, RT, RDMS) (11.50 hours)

Welcome to Philadelphia, a vibrant city bursting with history, culture, and endless attractions. During your stay here, make sure to explore the iconic landmarks such as Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, with its famous “Rocky Steps.” To plan your trip and find suitable accommodations, visit the website https://www.visitphilly.com/hotels/ where you’ll discover inspiration and hotel suggestions tailored to your preferences. The conference location is conveniently situated in University City, which can be accessed easily via various transportation options. Whether you prefer a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft, the reliable Septa bus network, or a traditional taxi, you’ll have no trouble getting to the conference venue on CHOP’s campus. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the City of Brotherly Love!

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.