SIGN Fracture Care International

OTA International Trauma Forum

Submission Deadline Extended!

Submission deadline has been extended to April 1, 2013. Learn about the varied methods of treating fracture and trauma complications around the world. Become familiar with unique approaches used to treat traumatic injuries in areas of the world that have limited resources. Increase understanding and knowledge of research opportunities internationally. Click Here for OTA Abstract...

Orthopedic Truth

"Treatment of Difficult Fractures Around The World"

Orthopedic Truth: Each area of the world uses different tools and techniques in treating trauma patients. We are grateful to each speaker at the SIGN conference because you added to our knowledge base and decision making process for treating our patients. Thank you for taking your time to prepare your presentations and attend the conference. Several concepts emerged in the SIGN conference. The SIGN Technique Can Be Used In Difficult Situations With Good...

2013 OTA Annual Meeting

October 9-12th, 2013 in Phoenix, Az.

The OTA international trauma care meeting will be held in Phoenix Arizona on October 9 followed by the general meeting October 10-12. The OTA is requesting papers for presentation during the international trauma care meeting. Instructions are on the OTA website. We hope SIGN will be well represented!

Welcome SIGN Surgeons!

Together we are creating equality of fracture care throughout the world!

Welcome to SIGN’s center for communication among SIGN surgeons. Your input in the creation of content for this site is highly encouraged. What you have to share with other surgeons is of great value and it is SIGN’s goal to provide a place where your wisdom can influence the outcome of fracture treatment all around the world. Please use the Feedback Form at the bottom of the page to submit your ideas and input. Thank you for all that you do!

Journal of Database Reviews

Comments summarizing SIGN’s ongoing case reviews from the SIGN Surgical Database. Check back often! Questions and comments can be sent using the Feedback form below.

Surveys

SIGN routinely sends out surveys to SIGN surgeons to gain their valuable insight. You can view the results of past surveys and participate in ongoing surveys. New surveys available!

Research

The work of 5000 SIGN surgeons has produced the largest database of IM Nail Interlocking Screw Fixation in the world. We must now begin to evaluate our results in a statistical manner.

About SIGN

SIGN Fracture Care is an orthopaedic humanitarian aid organization treating impoverished people in developing countries. SIGN supplies surgical implants and training to orthopaedic surgeons at no cost providing that the care to the patient is also free. Go to signfracturecare.org for more information.

SIGN has started programs in more than 200 hospitals throughout 50 developing countries. More than 5,000 SIGN surgeons use the SIGN system on a daily basis to repair fractures largely caused by road traffic accidents. Since 1999 more than 105,000 patients have been treated with the SIGN system. As we spread throughout the developing world and broaden the fixation devices we offer, we continue to hold fast to our vision of creating equality of fracture care throughout the world.

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SIGN Fracture Care International is registered as a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation in the State of Washington and in the U.S.A. with IRS 501(c)(3) status. Any financial or in-kind contributions are fully tax-deductible in the United States.

OTA International Trauma Forum

Orthopedic Truth

2013 OTA Annual Meeting

Welcome SIGN Surgeons!

Journal of Database Reviews

Surveys

Research

About SIGN

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OTA International Trauma Forum

2013 OTA Annual Meeting

Orthopedic Truth

Welcome SIGN Surgeons!