Patient Recall After Orthopedic Trauma

The purpose of this study is to evaluate whether receiving education after trauma surgeries affects three things: 1) knowledge about injury and treatment ("recall"), 2) how well patients follow treatment recommendations, and 3) how satisfied patients are with their care. To do so, some participants in this study will receive education, and some will not.

Inclusion Criteria:Isolated open or closed fracture of the pelvis and/or lower extremity treated surgicallyExclusion Criteria:Patient receiving orthopedic care or follow-up at another institutionNon-English speakingIncarcerated (or likely impending incarceration)Currently enrolled in a study that does not permit co-enrollmentTraumatic brain injury, dementia, or other cognitive impairment