Workshop held on early detection of musculoskeletal issues

Event aims to improve physicians’ ability to manage disorders in newborns

ABBOTTABAD:

The Ayub Teaching Hospital (ATH) on Monday organised a workshop on "Early Detection and Referral of Newborn Musculoskeletal Examination" with an aim to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals and enable them to effectively manage musculoskeletal problems in newborns.

This initiative was taken with the support of a leading pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr Salik Kashif, a renowned medical director with extensive experience in musculoskeletal disorders Dr Alamzeb Swati and an Orthopedic Surgeon Dr Muhammad Younas.

The workshop covered a range of topics, including early detection and diagnosis of musculoskeletal problems in newborns, appropriate referral and treatment options, and the role of physical therapy in managing these disorders.

The workshop also featured a keynote address by the Medical Director of Ayub Teaching Hospital Professor Alamzeb Swati who emphasised the importance of early detection and referral of musculoskeletal disorders in newborns and applauded the efforts of the workshop facilitators in educating healthcare professionals in this field.

On the occasion, Dr Muhammad Younas said "we are excited to have hosted such a successful workshop, bringing together healthcare professionals from across the region to enhance their skills and knowledge in the management of musculoskeletal disorders in newborns,”

He further said that "the expertise of our esteemed facilitators and the active participation of healthcare professionals made this event a great success.

"The workshop was attended by healthcare professionals from various fields, including pediatricians, obstetricians, neonatologists, physical therapists, and several other healthcare professionals.

Published in The Express Tribune, May 2^nd, 2023.