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ForwardDMU Grand Rounds - Open Calcaneal Fracture Following a Lawnmower Injury: Antibiotic Management and Clinical Considerations
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Two attendance options:
DMU STUDENTS ONLY
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Target Audience
DMU faculty, staff, students, residents, and the medical community.
Description
This presentation will review the management of an open calcaneal fracture sustained during a lawnmower injury, with emphasis on antibiotic prophylaxis and multidisciplinary clinical decision-making. Participants will examine risk factors that influence antimicrobial selection and duration in trauma-related open fractures, review key principles of open fracture management, and explore how coordinated surgical and antibiotic strategies can improve infection prevention and patient outcomes. Through case-based discussion and evidence-informed guidance, learners will gain practical approaches to optimizing care for complex traumatic injuries.
Educational Need
Healthcare professionals managing traumatic orthopedic injuries face clinical complexity when determining appropriate antibiotic prophylaxis, particularly in high-contamination mechanisms such as lawnmower-related open fractures. Variability in recognizing risk factors that influence antimicrobial selection and duration, as well as inconsistent integration of surgical and antibiotic management strategies, can contribute to suboptimal infection prevention and patient outcomes. This activity will address these practice gaps by reviewing evidence-based risk stratification, key components of open fracture management, and coordinated surgical–antibiotic approaches to optimize recovery and reduce complications.
Learning Objectives
- List risk factors that can alter antibiotic prophylaxis for trauma.
- Identify key elements in the management of open fracture injuries.
- Describe how surgical and antibiotic management are integrated to improve patient outcomes.
Speakers
Erica Reed, DPM
Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program, UnityPoint Health
Kuan Yu Chen, PharmD
Infectious Disease Pharmacy Residency Program, UnityPoint Health
Session proposals are now being accepted for the DMU Grand Rounds series! Have you encountered an interesting clinical case, seen a patient with a unique history, condition, and/or treatment protocol, or been involved with interprofessional management that improves patient care and treatment outcomes? If so, you're invited to help build the series by submitting a session proposal! In addition to the rare and unique, cases of more common conditions are also acceptable, and proposals from external members of the broader healthcare community are welcomed and encouraged. Please click the button below to learn more about the series and access the submission form.
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Accreditation Statements
- MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 2-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
- DPM: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. DMU has approved this activity for a maximum of 1.0 continuing education contact hours.
- Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
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Educational Grants
No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity.
DISCLOSURE
The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers.
Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.
- Kuan Yu Chen, PharmD - Speaker
- Erica Reed, DPM - Speaker
DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
- 1.00 AOA Category 2A
- 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
- 1.00 CPME
Price
There is no cost to attend, and all interested individuals are invited to participate.
Two attendance options:
- Des Moines University E4119: No registration is necessary to attend on-site.
- Online: Register through Zoom.
DMU STUDENTS ONLY
- You must register using the link above. Using the Zoom link on the academic calendar will result in a reporting error. If you use the wrong link, your attendance will not be tracked/marked.
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