Irish Trauma & Orthopaedic Student Association

ITOSA is a branch of IITOS for medical students, responsible to provide resources and training to aspiring orthopaedic trainees within the Republic of Ireland.

[Orthobullets @orthobullets]

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[Orthopaedic Research UK @OR_UK]

FRCS (Tr & Orth) exams incoming? Fear not! We have a few spaces left on our January revision courses: https://t.co/XXBx5fnTvz

Pls rt @SurgicalTutor @WessexOrtho @Notts_ortho @eoeortho @_ITOSA @PottRotation @royallondonrot1 @KORELondon @LeeMLongstaff @58society @scotorth @_ITOSA

[Geeky Medics @geekymedics]

Article of the day 👾: Spine Examination – OSCE Guide https://t.co/xFR52BSMO3 #foamed #medtwitter

[UCD EmergSoc @UCDEmergSoc]

We've extended our committee application deadline until Wednesday May 25th! You can find out more about each available position and apply using this link: https://t.co/n46RV20T0U Good luck to everyone applying!

[BOTA Women in Surgery @BOTA_WinS]

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week - our ‘Lifestyle & Support’ website section has launched. Trainee experiences/ advice on topics ALL our members will benefit from checking out. More ideas for content welcome! @bota_uk @BritOrthopaedic @WomenSurgeonsUK
https://t.co/FPJqLLgJMb

[Orthobullets @orthobullets]

The term "rollback" describes posterior movement of the tibiofemoral contact point with knee motion from extension to flexion allowing for increased knee flexion by avoiding impingement.

Learn more about Knee Biomechanics on our podcast. #orthotwitter https://t.co/v2OUiuY2dN

[Orthobullets @orthobullets]

Most pediatric forearm fractures can be treated non-op with closed reduction & cast immobilization. Studies show short arm casts for distal both bone forearm fractures are as effective as long arm casts.

Learn more on our podcast. #orthotwitter https://t.co/bh3YVXmD1c

[National Spinal Injuries Unit Research Group @NSIURG]

Well done to @FionaNewsome5 and the team for sharing their thoughts on how to improve the informed consent process for patients undergoing spine surgery: https://t.co/y4PyrtwEdV @ucdmedsoc @UCDMedicine @ThePillarDublin @MaterTrauma @Matersurgery @JakeMc_D @elitespine1

[National Office of Clinical Audit @noca_irl]

NOCA is delighted to announce that Tallaght University Hospital has become the 10th hospital to roll out the Irish National Orthopaedic Register. The first patients were entered onto INOR this morning in pre-op assessment and theatre. Press release here: https://t.co/SfjS1x1cbT

[Amit Atrey @hipdoc75]

Hi ortho residents and aspiring orthopaedic surgeons. We’ve made a FREE on line learning tool. It’s #netflixfororthopedics hoping to get as many of you to watch and feedback & maybe collaborate.

[TeachMeSurgery @teachmesurgery]

Did you know...

All our Examination Articles come with an OSCE Checklist to help with your revision, free to download!

Head to https://t.co/3W0yNlzS1j to discover more!

[Geeky Medics @geekymedics]

Don’t forget your structure when interpreting chest X-ray OSCE stations this exam season 💀 Find more useful mnemonics here at https://t.co/XpK6QlXESv #FOAMed, #MedTwitter, #MedStudentTwitter

[Orthopaedic Academy @OrthoAcademy1]

'Principles of Orthopaedics' online course
23-24th April and 27th-28th August
https://t.co/hYjpyzE1M6

[Geeky Medics @geekymedics]

Article of the day 👾: Hand & Wrist Examination – OSCE Guide https://t.co/naBE6RkRA7 #foamed #medtwitter

[Orthobullets @orthobullets]

During open release to restore elbow flexion, the posterior band of the medial collateral ligament and posterior capsule are the focus of release.

Learn more about Elbow Anatomy & Biomechanics on our DAILY Orthobullets podcast. #orthotwitter https://t.co/nMzo5ApleZ

[Orthobullets @orthobullets]

A Trendelenburg gait is caused by gluteus medius weakness. Gluteus medius is innervated by L5. Therefore a L5/S1 far lateral disc herniation could cause this condition.

Learn more about the Lower Extremity Spine & Neuro Exam on our podcast. #orthotwitter https://t.co/ofxdkEuNMt

[Geeky Medics @geekymedics]

Article of the day 👾: Upper Limb Neurological Examination – OSCE Guide https://t.co/tK6s9pe9bC #foamed #medtwitter

[UCD Student Medical Journal @UCDsmj]

Join us for our 9th edition launch event! Featuring student speakers, free food, and a few surprises

Thursday, 21st April @ 6pm

@ucdmedsoc @UCDMedicine

[UCD EmergSoc @UCDEmergSoc]

Get excited for our first ever Sims Specialties week!! This three day event is aimed especially at our Res years where they can take part in emergency medicine simulations pertaining to the specialties of Psychiatry, Paediatrics, General practice and Medicine for the elderly!🚑

[RCSI @RCSI_Irl]

The new shape of a surgical career

Prof. @dmcsurg and Prof. David Healy will chair a virtual #RCSICharter symposium with experts from Ireland, UK and USA.

Join us on 21 April: https://t.co/4YH6HAw37j