Abstract Submission

ABSTRACTS DUE
March 15, 2025

Midnight PST

Abstract Guidelines

Word Count
Not to exceed 250 words and one figure.

Format

Title: Descriptive title, list of authors and institutions
Introduction: 1-2 sentence introduction describing background or rationale for the study or project.
Methods: Description of methods used
Results: Pertinent results presented with appropriate statistical analyses.
Conclusion: Succinct study conclusions
Figures: Up to two images and/or tables are permitted (file formats: JPG, PNG, BMP). Image content/text and captions do not count towards word limit.

Abstract Categories

Scientific Category

Scientific abstracts may include original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, or large case series. Isolated case reports are not eligible for submission in this category. This category includes original scientific investigation designed to produce new knowledge or approaches. If a submitted abstract describes animal experimentation or involves the use of human subjects, authors must be prepared to provide IACUC or IRB approval numbers upon request.

Best Practices Category

Best practice abstracts may include quality improvement projects, process improvement reports, expert panel consensus, or surveys of best practices/practice recommendations. This category may include ongoing or completed projects, including education programs, novel and innovative methods for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of a program or policy.

Presentation Format & Manuscript Submission

Presentation Format

Abstracts may either be selected for oral podium presentation or poster presentation. Presenting authors must register and attend the conference to present in-person.

Manuscript Submission

All research abstracts selected for presentation are invited to submit a full manuscript for publication in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery, WPTC Special Edition. Abstract presenters will receive an email regarding manuscript preparation and deadlines. Manuscripts are generally due in early July. Authors must follow formatting instructions for the Journal of Pediatric Surgery.

Timeline

January 1
Abstract Submission Open

March 15

Abstracts due

April 1
Abstract acceptance notification

June 1

Manuscripts due for consideration of publication

July 1
Reviews complete publications committee chair

July 8

Manuscript committee meets to choose and edit accepted papers

July 15
Final review documents due to the publications chair

July 22

Paper acceptance notification

September 1
Edited manuscripts back to manuscript committee

September 15
Reviews completed

October 1
Accepted papers final and uploaded to JPS

Notice: Prior Publication

Prior Publication

Abstracts submitted to the WPTC may not be published previously or presented elsewhere in its current form prior to Western Pediatric Trauma Conference 2025. Abstracts previously presented at local or regional meetings may be submitted for consideration.

Awards

Each year, the WPTC recognizes investigators for exceptional presentations and abstract contributions. Accepted abstracts will be eligible for the following:

Young Investigator Award
1. Please indicate at the time of abstract submission if the first author is a resident or fellow in order to be considered for this award.
Kris Hansen Best Practice Award
Scientific Poster Award
Best Practice Poster Award