Care Pathways
A Care Pathway is a standardized, multidisciplinary plan that outlines the steps and timeline for a patient's care journey, from diagnosis to treatment and follow-up. It helps ensure consistency. This will
Minimize practice variation and error
Improve patient outcomes by reducing the incidence of late or missed case identification
The Hippy Lab is working to create a variety of Care Pathways for pediatric hip conditions, tailored to the needs of specific regions around the world. Learn more about our care pathways below.
BC Care Pathway for DDH
This care pathway is being developed by Dr. Anya Smith, and coordinated by Coop Student Sharon Ho.
Get Involved: Help Shape the Pathway
We're using a Modified DELPHI Process — a structured series of surveys and group discussions — to build consensus on DDH screening and care best practices. This will result in region-specific, evidence-informed screening algorithms.
Eligibility to Join the Panel:
Practicing clinician in British Columbia
Some experience treating or screening for DDH in children
Interested?
To join the expert panel or learn more, please contact us at DDHcareBC@cw.bc.ca with your name, profession, and primary facility..
This project aims to create a standardized care pathway for early DDH identification and screening in children and youth across BC while establishing a foundation for ongoing population and clinical-level health surveillance.
✅ Anticipated Outcomes
Earlier and more effective treatment for DDH
Fewer unnecessary referrals to BC Children’s Hospital
Reduced travel time and costs for families
Less strain on hospital and patient resources
Improved overall health outcomes for children
⚙️ Current Phase: Development Stage I
Conducting surveys with subspecialty clinicians
Partnering with local healthcare professionals to form an expert advisory panel
BC Care Pathway for CP
This care pathway is being developed by N/A
Get Involved: Help Shape the Pathway
We're using a Modified DELPHI Process — a structured series of surveys and group discussions — to build consensus on DDH screening and care best practices. This will result in region-specific, evidence-informed screening algorithms.
Eligibility to Join the Panel:
Practicing clinician in British Columbia
Some experience treating or screening for DDH in children
Interested?
To join the expert panel or learn more, please contact us at DDHcareBC@cw.bc.ca with your name, profession, and primary facility..
What is Hip Surveillance?
Hip surveillance is the process of monitoring and detecting early signs of hip displacement in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Early detection allows for timely, less invasive interventions and can prevent the need for complex surgery later in life.
⚠️ Why Early Detection Matters
When caught early, hip displacement can often be managed with non-surgical options like botox, bracing, or reconstructive surgery.
Without early detection, the hip joint may become too deformed for reconstruction, leaving salvage surgery—which cannot restore full joint function—as the only option. These surgeries aim only to reduce pain and improve comfort.
⚙️ Current Phase: N/A
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