Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death in children, and preventing these tragedies requires systems-level solutions. Don’t miss this important conversation with child safety expert, Benjamin Hoffman, M.D., CPST-I, FAAP.
We’ll cover:
- Leading causes of child mortality in the U.S.
- The burden of preventable injuries from motor vehicle crashes, firearms, drowning and unsafe infant sleep
- Evidence-based strategies for reducing childhood injuries
- OHSU Doernbecher’s multifaceted approach to child injury prevention
About the presenter:
Benjamin Hoffman, M.D., CPST-I, FAAP, is a pediatrician and nationally recognized expert in child injury prevention and education. He currently serves as medical director of OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital’s Child Injury Prevention Program and Tom Sargent Safety Resource Center. Hoffman is a past president of the American Academy of Pediatrics known for his dedication to influencing policy, connecting authentically with families and communities, and advocating for children’s health and injury prevention. Read more about Hoffman’s work in this 2024 story.
