Live Courses
Suturing skills for game-day.
CLOSE THE GAP
by Dr Ethan Kreiswirth
Feb 28th 9am
1927 W Whittier Blvd Montebello CA 90640
CLOSE
THE GAP
Early Bird Special: 200
CLOSE
THE GAP
Full Price: 225
Course Description
This four-hour medical suturing course is designed to equip athletic trainers and sports medicine practitioners with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to manage acute wounds in athletic and game day settings.
The course emphasizes fundamental suturing techniques, proper instrument handling, wound assessment, and decision-making for on-field and sideline care.
Participants will practice core skills in a supervised clinical environment to build confidence and competence in performing basic wound closure when timely care is critical. In addition to technical skill development, the course integrates evidence-based principles related to wound healing, infection prevention, suture selection, and post-procedure care. Learners will review current best practices for managing lacerations commonly encountered in sports, determining when suturing is appropriate, and recognizing situations that require referral.
By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to safely and effectively provide wound and suture care during athletic events while adhering to clinical standards and scope-of-practice considerations.
Learning Objectives
1. Discuss indications and contraindications for wound care and closure
2. Introduce suturing materials for wound care
3. Introduce and practice applications of suturing
4. Introduce and apply two methods of wound closure (simple interrupted and continuous suture)
Hour 1: Practicality of suturing on game day, ethics, the need for advanced wound care.
Hour 2: Indications and contraindications of suturing. Materials needed. Safety. Practical applications.
Hour 3: Practical (simple interruption technique)
Hour 4: Practical (run suture technique)
Dr. Kreiswirth provided an engaging, interactive, and productive suturing lab for the graduate students in the California Baptist University Master's in Athletic Training program. Not only did he address when and why to use suturing in the field, he also provided excellent personal stories from his own clinical practice. The goal of this lab was to expose the CBU athletic training students to how and when suturing can be used in athletic training practice in accordance with CAATE Standard 70. Dr. Kreiswirth provided great feedback and support to the students during the lab. Additionally, Dr. Kreiswirth includes amazing videos and pictures to support student learning. We were grateful to have his experience and expertise.
Lisa Friesen, PhD, ATC
Associate Professor of Allied Health Professions
Cal Baptist University
Boundless Healers
Location
1927 W Whittier Blvd Montebello CA 90640 - USA
Materials:
Participants will be provided with a complete suturing kit that includes all required instruments, along with a selection of sutures needed for the course.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
I understand that plans can change. Registration fees for this live course are collected in advance to allow for proper planning, materials, and instruction. Participants who cancel 14 days or more before the course date will receive a full refund. Cancellations made 7–13 days prior to the course will be eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, cancellations made within 7 days of the course or failure to attend are non-refundable
If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to a future course offering or send a substitute attendee, pending availability and advance notice. Please submit all cancellation or transfer requests to blackbeltsportsmed@gmail.com, and I will do my best to accommodate your needs.