In the inaugural episode of the PTS Guidelines Unpacked series, Liz Waibel sits down with Julia Price, PhD, Meghan Marsac, PhD, Leigh Ridings, PhD, and Melanie Stroud, MBA, RN to discuss their recently published guideline Screening for mental health symptoms following pediatric traumatic injury: A practice management guideline (from the Pediatric Trauma Society, Society of Trauma Nurses, and Center for Pediatric Traumatic Stress). The conversation covers the background of how and why this guideline was developed, the details of the screening process, and the key take-home messages for pediatric injury care. This group also discusses practical strategies for implementation and challenges that centers with limited access to mental health professionals face.  

The open-access article is linked here: https://www.ovid.com/jnls/jtrauma/fulltext/10.1097/ta.0000000000004578~screening-for-mental-health-symptoms-following-pediatric

Link to the webinar on PTS Members Only: https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/members/mental-health.cgi

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

PI Shop Talk Episode 6 - AI in PI with Brad Garmon and Carly Farner-Cordell, hosted by Trey Babino and Kylie Scallon is now live! Listen now and get ideas on how to engage with whatever tools are at your disposal. 

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

In PI Shop Talk Episode 5, Trey Babino and Kylie Scallon have a discussion with Lisa Nichols and Bob Letton about ACS Survey Pitfalls. Listen now to get some tips and tricks! 

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Amy Schopperth MHA, BSN, RN, TCRN and Tanya Trevilian MSN, RN, CCRN-Peds, CPN, TCRN, CPST from the PTS Nurse Leadership Steering Committee and Trauma Program Manual Working Group explain the basics of the PTS Trauma Program Manual. 

View the Trauma Program Manual on the PTS Members Only page: https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/members/trauma-manual.cgi

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Kylie Scallon and Trey Babino sit down with Jessica Lee MSN, MBA, RN, CEN, TCRN, NEA-BC and LeAnne Young MSN, RN, TCRN, CENP for episode 4 of PI Shop Talk to discuss preparing for a site visit. Jess and LeAnne talk about their experiences with site visits and share tips and tricks that have helped them along the way. 

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Join Inside the Committees host Liz Waibel as she discusses the new PTS APP Orientation Guide with some of the authors, Julia Smith, Brandi Farrell, and Jennifer York. 

Julia, Brandi, and Jennifer explain how the guide can be adapted for any program and the key objectives of the guide. 

This guide can be found publicly on the PTS website until June 1st, 2026, after which it will only be available behind the PTS Members Only wall. 

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/committees/advanced-practice.cgi

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Episode 3 of PI Shop Talk features Kylie Scallon and Trey Babino as they walk through important PI-related updates to the 2026 National Trauma Data Standard (NTDS) Data Dictionary. Listen now to stay informed and get a head start on what’s coming in 2026.

NTDS: https://www.facs.org/quality-programs/trauma/quality/national-trauma-data-bank/national-trauma-data-standard/

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

In the inaugural episode of the PTS Inside the Committee Series, host Liz Waibel sits down with 2025 Program Chair Regan Williams, MD and Co-Chair Lee Ann Wurster, MS, RN, TCRN, CPNP-PC. In this episode, Regan and Lee Ann explain what the Program Committee does, how to join the committee, and they share some fun new things happening at the PTS 2025 Annual Meeting. Listen now to get a sneak peek ahead of the meeting! 

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Join PTS President Tricia Morrell, BSN, RN-BC, and President-Elect John Petty, MD, FACS, FAAP, as they sit down and reflect on their journeys with the Pediatric Trauma Society. In this insightful conversation, Tricia shares highlights of presidency, while John looks ahead to his upcoming term. This podcast is chock-full of advice for those new to the pediatric trauma field, along with fun recollections and reflections for our long-time PTS members and attendees. 

John also takes a walk down memory lane, revisiting the founding of the Pediatric Trauma Society and the early days captured in these historic photos on the PTS Website. Can you spot a young John among the familiar faces? 

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/

Pediatric Trauma Society Podcast: PI Shop Talk: Episode 2 - Publishing

In the second episode of PI Shop Talk, hosted by Kylie Scallon, Trey Babino from the PI Subcommittee, they speak with Dr. Derek Wakeman from the Publications Committee about publishing a quality improvement article. Listen as they share valuable insights about publishing a quality improvement article.

About Info:

Welcome to the Pediatric Trauma Society (PTS) Podcast, where we host engaging discussions on the latest guidelines, helpful tools, current research, and trending topics in the field. Please note that the views shared may reflect personal opinions and are not necessarily the official stance of the society. To ensure you're getting the most accurate and timely information, we encourage you to check the publication date of each episode.

The PTS is a non-profit professional organization dedicated to all healthcare providers interested in improving outcomes for injured children. Through the development of optimal care guidelines, education, research, and advocacy, PTS works to enhance pediatric trauma care from prevention to recovery.

Our mission is to optimize pediatric trauma care, ensuring better outcomes from the moment of injury through rehabilitation. Our vision is to unite as global leaders in pediatric trauma care, striving for a future where the burden of trauma is minimized, and children are empowered to thrive. The Pediatric Trauma Society is an inclusive organization, welcoming all individuals dedicated to the care of injured children.

https://pediatrictraumasociety.org/