Jamaica Association of Paediatric Surgeons
Annual Scientific Symposium
“Childhood Trauma: From Risk to Recovery”
30 November 2025
About the event
The Jamaica Association of Paediatric Surgeons (JAPS) invites you to its 2nd Virtual Scientific Symposium, a dynamic event exploring the theme “Childhood Trauma – From Risk to Recovery.” This year’s programme brings together leading local and international experts to address the pressing issue of paediatric trauma in Jamaica and beyond.
Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and case-based sessions, participants will gain insights into the medical, ethical, and psychosocial dimensions of childhood injuries — from prevention and acute care to rehabilitation and recovery. Topics include paediatric trauma patterns, head injuries, burns, dog bites, fractures in abuse cases, post-traumatic stress, and ethical considerations in treatment.
This symposium offers valuable continuing medical education (CME) opportunities and a platform for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to collaborate in advancing child health and safety.
Where
Virtual Event:
via ZOOM Webinar
When
Sunday
30 November 2025
9:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M
Sponsors
Speakers
Our esteemed presenters.
Dr. Elizabeth Ward
Paediatric Trauma in Jamaica – The Unrecognized Epidemic
Dr. Autrene Buchanan-Waite
The Fall Factor – Understanding and Preventing Paediatric Trauma
Dr. Graeme Crookendale
Burns in Jamaican Children
Prof. Edward Barksdale
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
What Makes Children Different? Paediatric Victims & Injury Severity Scores
Dr. Deon Flemmings
Head Injuries in Children – Do We Need A Scan?
Dr. Kimberly Thomas
Paediatric Dog Bites
Dr. Peter Glegg
PANEL DISCUSSION
“Beyond Parental Rights- Is Treatment of Children Without Parental Consent Ever Justified?”
Dr. Orville Morgan
PANEL DISCUSSION
“Beyond Parental Rights- Is Treatment of Children Without Parental Consent Ever Justified?”
Prof Helen Trotman-Edwards
PANEL DISCUSSION
“Beyond Parental Rights- Is Treatment of Children Without Parental Consent Ever Justified?”
Dr Kadine Orrigio
PANEL DISCUSSION
“Beyond Parental Rights- Is Treatment of Children Without Parental Consent Ever Justified?”
Prof. Audrey Pottinger
Paediatric Trauma and Mental Health Care
Dr. Dayanand Sawh
Fractures in Child Abuse
Dr. Rory Dixon
Recovery after Paediatric Trauma – The Sir John Golding Rehabilitation Centre Experience
Registration
Kindly complete the registration form below to sign up for the event.
INFORMATION
Cost:
Doctors – JMD 3500/USD 25
Nurses and Allied Health workers – JMD 2000/USD 15
Students with ID – free
Continuing Medical Education:
5.5 hours approved including 1 hour Ethics and 0.5 hour Mental Health
Accredited by: The Medical Council of Jamaica
Contact us
Jamaica Association of Paediatric Surgeons
Department of Surgery
The University of the West Indies, Mona
Kingston 7, Jamaica
Get in touch.
Email: japaedsurgeons@gmail.com