Medical Disclaimer

Last updated: January 1, 2026

Educational Purpose Only

OrthoVellum is an educational platform designed solely for the purpose of exam preparation and continuing medical education. The content provided on this platform is NOT intended to be used for clinical decision-making, patient care, or as a substitute for professional medical judgment.

Not Medical Advice

The information provided on OrthoVellum, including but not limited to topic pages, multiple choice questions, clinical scenarios, surgical techniques, and classifications, is for educational and informational purposes only. This information:

• Is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• Should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition
• Does not create a physician-patient relationship
• May not reflect the most current medical research or guidelines
• Should not replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals

Clinical Decision-Making

Never use information from OrthoVellum as the sole basis for clinical decisions.

All clinical decisions should be made by qualified healthcare professionals based on:

• Direct patient assessment and examination
• Current clinical guidelines and evidence-based medicine
• Individual patient circumstances and preferences
• Local protocols and institutional policies
• Consultation with colleagues and specialists when appropriate

Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and evidence-based content, we cannot guarantee that all information on OrthoVellum is:

• Complete or comprehensive
• Current with the latest medical advances
• Free from errors or omissions
• Applicable to all clinical situations
• Consistent with guidelines in your jurisdiction

Medical knowledge evolves rapidly. Information that was accurate at the time of writing may become outdated. Always verify critical information with current sources and clinical guidelines.

Examination Preparation

Content on OrthoVellum is designed to help you prepare for orthopaedic surgery fellowship examinations (FRACS, FRCS, ABOS, etc.). However:

• Exam formats and content may change without notice
• Our content may not cover all examinable topics
• Exam marking criteria may differ from our explanations
• Success on our platform does not guarantee exam success
• You should consult official exam resources and syllabi

Regional Variations

Medical practice, guidelines, and legal requirements vary by country and region. Content on OrthoVellum may:

• Reflect practices specific to Australia, UK, or USA
• Not be applicable in your jurisdiction
• Conflict with local guidelines or regulations
• Reference medications or devices not available in your region

Always follow the guidelines, regulations, and standards of practice in your jurisdiction.

Drug Information

Information about medications, dosages, and drug interactions is provided for educational purposes only. Before prescribing or administering any medication:

• Consult current product information and prescribing guidelines
• Verify dosages with official pharmaceutical references
• Check for contraindications and drug interactions
• Consider patient-specific factors
• Follow your local prescribing regulations

Surgical Techniques

Descriptions of surgical techniques and procedures are for educational illustration only. They:

• Are not step-by-step surgical guides
• May omit important details or variations
• Should not replace proper surgical training
• May not reflect the latest techniques or your institutional practices

Surgical procedures should only be performed by appropriately trained and credentialed surgeons in proper clinical settings.

User-Generated Content

Forums, study groups, and community features may contain content submitted by users. We do not review, endorse, or verify the accuracy of user-generated content. Such content represents the views of individual users and not OrthoVellum.

Emergency Situations

OrthoVellum is not designed for use in emergency situations. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call emergency services immediately.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OrthoVellum, its owners, employees, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Personal injury or death
• Medical complications or adverse outcomes
• Misdiagnosis or treatment errors
• Exam failure or academic consequences
• Professional or legal consequences
• Any other damages arising from use of our content

Your Responsibility

By using OrthoVellum, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are a medical professional or trainee with appropriate qualifications
• You will use this content for educational purposes only
• You will not rely on this content for clinical decision-making
• You understand the limitations of educational content
• You accept full responsibility for your clinical decisions
• You will seek professional advice when needed

Contact Us

If you identify any errors, outdated information, or have concerns about content accuracy, please contact us at:

• Email: content@orthovellum.com
• Contact form: Contact Us

We welcome feedback from medical professionals to help us improve the accuracy and quality of our educational content.