Department of Pediatric Orthopedics

• Clinical Proficiency: Master the diagnosis and management of a wide range of pediatric musculoskeletal conditions, including congenital anomalies, developmental disorders, and neuromuscular diseases.
• Surgical Competency: Perform complex operative procedures independently, including corrective surgeries for pediatric fractures, spinal deformities, and limb reconstructions.
• Emergency Response: Distinguish and immediately manage high-priority pediatric orthopedic emergencies and traumatic injuries.
• Diagnostic Interpretation: Integrate medical history with clinical findings and utilize advanced diagnostic tools such as laboratory tests and specialized imaging to formulate comprehensive treatment plans.
• Holistic Patient Care: Evaluate challenges that impact a child’s participation in education or recreation and choose evidence-based postoperative interventions to maximize functional outcomes.
• Scientific Research: Graduates are equipped to engage in joint research projects, particularly those addressing local community health issues, such as bone and joint disease prevalence.
• Professionalism and Ethics: Fellows must demonstrate high standards of professional behavior, integrity, and ethics in multidisciplinary team settings.
• Educational Leadership: Graduates are expected to contribute to the education of junior residents and staff, effectively passing on knowledge and fostering innovation in treatment.

• Medical Degree: Possession of an MBBS or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Residency Completion: Successful completion of a residency training program in Orthopedic Surgery accredited by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) or KSU.
• Board Certification: Candidates must hold a Saudi Board certificate, Arab Board certificate, or an equivalent professional classification certificate in Orthopedic Surgery.

Postgraduate Clinical Training Program (2 Years)

First Year – First Semester

Foundations of Pediatric Orthopedics

PORTH501 – Pediatric Orthopedic Foundations (Diagnosis & Evaluation) – Clinical Training
PORTH502 – Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging & Assessment – Clinical Training
PORTH503 – Pediatric Orthopedic Emergencies & Trauma – Clinical Training
PORTH504 – Research Methodology & Evidence-Based Practice – Non-Clinical Training

First Year – Second Semester

Core Surgical Skills

PORTH511 – Pediatric Fracture Management – Clinical & Surgical Training
PORTH512 – Congenital Musculoskeletal Deformities – Clinical & Surgical Training
PORTH513 – Pediatric Spine Disorders (Early Exposure) – Clinical Training
PORTH514 – Pediatric Orthopedic Research Project I – Research Training

Second Year – First Semester

Advanced Pediatric Orthopedics

PORTH601 – Pediatric Trauma & Red-Flag Conditions – Advanced Clinical Training
PORTH602 – Pediatric Spinal Deformities & Complex Cases – Surgical Training
PORTH603 – Non-Traumatic Pediatric Orthopedic Disorders – Clinical Training
PORTH604 – Diagnostic Imaging in Pediatric Orthopedics – Advanced Clinical Training

Second Year – Second Semester

Consultant-Level Practice & Research

PORTH611 – Advanced Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery – Surgical Training
PORTH612 – Multidisciplinary Pediatric Care & Case Management – Clinical Training
PORTH613 – Pediatric Orthopedic Research Project II – Research & Publication
PORTH614 – Fellowship Exit Assessment & Case Presentation – Evaluation

Core Fellowship Competencies (Integrated Across All Semesters)

• Management of acute and complex pediatric orthopedic emergencies
• Mastery of surgical techniques for fractures, congenital deformities, and spinal conditions
• Advanced diagnostic interpretation of pediatric imaging
• Participation in community-based and institutional research projects