Urgent Orthopedic Response
Original Date: 07/2025
An orthopedic surgeon (or resident/APP) must be at the bedside within 30 minutes of request for patients with the following:
- Hemodynamically instability due to pelvic fractures
- Suspected extremity compartment syndrome due to a fracture
- Fractures or dislocations with risk of avascular necrosis (e.g. femoral head or talus)
- Vascular compromise related to a fracture or dislocation
- Trauma surgeon discretion
Additional Information
- A resident or APP may act as a consultant as long as there is documented communication with the orthopedic surgery attending.