Abstract Deadline Extended to March 22, 2025

For Research and Best Practice Abstracts

July 9-11, 2025

Sundance, UT

Experience the Difference

Experience Utah’s Rocky Mountains at the Western Pediatric Trauma Conference (WPTC) that will take place in Sundance, Utah at the Sundance Mountain Resort. Here you will enjoy the education, the family and the adventure.

The WPTC features nationally renowned faculty in the fields of pediatric trauma, pediatric surgical sub-specialties, critical care, emergency medicine, and pre-hospital care. The program content is targeted to physicians and health care professionals who care for injured children. After attending this conference, participants will report increased knowledge related to care of the pediatric trauma patient and report intent to change practice based on new evidence-based practice information provided.

Submit an Abstract

Explore the Mountains

Sundance Mountain Resort

Indulge in luxurious accommodations and soak in the stunning views. From cozy fireplaces to comfortable furnishings, every stay at Sundance will make you feel right at home. All of the lodging options are the perfect place to settle in and unwind after a day of mountain adventure.

For your convenience, we have arranged on-site accommodations at the resort to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Visit Sundance Mountain Resort to make your reservation.

There are also a few options available from AirBnB and VRBO. The Stewart Mountain Lodging is also an option.

Reserve Your Room at Sundance

Experience the Education

The WPTC provides a variety of learning opportunities to gather best practices and resources for you to take advantage of.

In-person & Virtual Options

With live and virtual options learners are able to network with top pediatric trauma healthcare leaders and nationally renowned faculty.

Controversies in Pediatric Trauma

Point-Counterpoint

Point-Counterpoint sessions have become a cornerstone of the conference offering a bit of fun and educational debate on a topic facing the pediatric trauma healthcare community.

Pre-Conference Sessions

Abstracts Submissions

Opportunities for oral and poster abstract (scientific and best practice) presentations are available.

Scientific presentations are eligible for manuscript publication in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery.

Abstract submissions open February 1, 2025.

July 8, 2025

Pre-Conference

Advanced Practice Providers Skills Session
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Join us for an exclusive pre-conference hands-on session designed for advanced practice providers at the Western Pediatric Trauma Conference!

Dive into practical learning experiences led by experienced professionals in pediatric trauma care. Enhance your skills, discuss the latest advancements, and network with fellow APPs.

This session is your opportunity to refine your expertise and stay ahead in delivering top-notch care to young patients.

Secure your spot now for a focused, impactful learning experience. Register today and elevate your role in pediatric trauma care!

Resident/APP Research Session
12:00 - 5:00 PM

Join us for a pre-conference course designed for all healthcare providers interested in quality improvement and clinical research. A Tool Kit for Practice-Based Research will serve as both an introduction to research and an avenue to bring life to your research and a quality improvement ideas. This course will cover research fundamentals, design and methodology, statistics, principle of scientific writing and more.

EARLY BIRD

$150

per person per session

Ends May 31, 2025

STANDARD

$200
per person per session

AT THE DOOR

$250

per person per session

A+PTRN Meeting

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | For A+ Members Only

What's Different?

Bring the family!

We encourage you to bring the entire family for an EPIC adventure in the Rocky Mountains! We have included a companion pass so that they can patriciate in conference dining and social activities. Kids participate for free.