the acsr and spine study group present Expert clinical insights and the ACSR s latest research results chairmen Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD Program Chairman, president, ACSR Yu-Po Lee, MD Program Co-Chairman, The Spine Study Group Brad Currier, MD Program Co-Chairman, The Spine Study Group May 14 16 2015 The Turnberry Isle Aventura (Miami), FL jointly sponsored by:
www.regonline.com/spineaz2015 invited faculty: the acsr and spine study group present: Dear Colleague: Presenting, the best of both worlds! Three days of expert clinical experience and opinion, combined with the results of the ACSR s latest evidence-based spinal surgery research. On the first two days, the Spine Study Group and its internationally recognized faculty will present and debate numerous practical, up-to-date, and often controversial surgical topics. On the Saturday morning, the ACSR will present its latest evidence-based data in the areas of spinal deformity, degenerative, trauma, tumor, and biologics. All of this will be set against the backdrop of the beautiful Turnberry Isle, in Aventura, close to Miami, FL. This program offers a perfect way to stay current, while also enjoying the Turnberry and the Miami area. The Course Chairmen, Alexander Vaccaro, MD, PhD Yu-Po Lee, MD Brad Currier, MD Program Chairman, Program Co-Chairman, Program Co-Chairman, president, ACSR The Spine Study Group The Spine Study Group Todd Allen, MD Gordon Bell, MD Sig Berven, MD Scott Boden, MD Chris Bono, MD Bradford Currier, MD John Dimar, MD Rob Decker, MD Marcel Dvorak, MD Robert Eastlack, MD Jason Eck, MD Frank Eismont, MD Charles Fisher, MD Steven Garfin, MD John Heller, MD Patrick Hsieh, MD Serena Hu, MD Rob Isaacs, MD Chris Kepler, MD Jay Khanna, MD Yu-Po Lee, MD Kris Radcliff, MD John Rhee, MD Jeff Rihn, MD Dan Sciubba, MD Shyam Shridharani, MD Kern Singh, MD Eric Truumees, MD Alex Vaccaro, MD, PhD Michael Vives, MD Seth Williams, MD Vinko Zlomislic, MD Faculty subject to change.
learning objectives As a result of this activity, the participant should be better able to: Describe indications, surgical technique options, and complications avoidance for various cases of spinal deformity, degenerative, trauma, and tumor, at all levels of the spine from cervical to sacrum. Discuss the relative merits of MIS and open techniques for various spinal disorders. Describe the current literature on the use of BMP and other biologics in spine surgery. Discuss the results of the ACSR s current research in the areas of spinal deformity, tumor, trauma, and degenerative disorders, and the use of biologics in spine surgery. who should attend? This course is for orthopaedic and neurological surgeons, fellows, and residents who include spine surgery in their practices. accreditation statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Medical Education Resources (MER) and BroadWater. MER is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. credit designation Medical Education Resources designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. disclosure policy Medical Education Resources insures balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all our educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with its instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. MER is committed to providing its learners with highquality CME activities that promote improvements or quality in health care and not the business interest of a commercial interest. sponsorship This activity is jointly sponsored by Medical Education Resources, Inc., a non-profit medical education company and BroadWater, LLC. commercial support Various medical companies have been invited to exhibit at this course. Full disclosure of financial and other types of support will be disclosed in the course syllabus materials. 3
www.regonline.com/spineaz2015 program 4 Thursday, May 14, 2015 Healthcare Economics and Practice Management Latest economic trends in spine care ICD 10 Joining a registry. Should I track my own results? Trauma Classification of cervical trauma with case examples Classification of lumbar trauma with case examples When is it appropriate to consider MIS in trauma? Debate: Thoracolumbar burst fracture with neurologic deficit Tumor Treatment algorithm for primary and metastatic tumors of the spine Spinal Deformity Radiographic parameters in spinal deformity, and picking the right levels to fuse Proximal thoracolumbar junctional failure. Cases and tips for avoidance and treatment Fusion across L5-S1 in spinal deformity. Cases and tips for fixation into the sacrum and pelvis Osteotomies of the spine. How I do it Salvage of spinal deformity. What to do if the first case fails Debate: Degenerative thoracolumbar scoliosis with loss of sagittal balance Debate: Degenerative thoracolumbar scoliosis Thursday, May 14, 2015 Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery MIS TLIF. How I do it. Tips and tricks Lateral interbody fusion. How I do it. Tips and tricks Debate: Grade 1 L4-5 spondylolisthesis Imaging Radiation exposure in spine surgery. Tips to avoid exposure Image guidance in spine surgery. Review of currently available systems, and an analysis of cost-effectiveness Robotics in spine surgery Complications and Controversies in Spine Surgery Dural Tears. Strategies for management of complex tears and persistent/recurrent leaks Postoperative neurological deficits. An algorithmic approach Biologics Overview of the current research and debate on BMP My rationale for when and how to use BMP in the lumbar spine Alternative biologics besides BMP
program Friday, May 15, 2015 Saturday, May 16, 2015 Cervical Spine Latest updates on cervical disc arthroplasty C1-2 fusion techniques and tips Laminoplasty. Techniques and tips Debate: C5-6 cervical spondylosis with radiculopathy Debate: C3-6 cervical spondylotic myelopathy Thoracic Spine Thoracic disc herniations. Treatment algorithm and surgical tips Costotransversectomy. How I do it. Tips and tricks Vertebral augmentation. Latest updates Sacroiliac Joint Disease Sacroiliac joint pain. Etiology and treatment algorithm Debate: Sacroiliac joint pain Sacroiliac joint pain is best treated non-operatively If the patient fails non-operative treatment, surgery is an option ACSR Research Updates Trauma Deformity Degenerative Oncology Program subject to change 5
www.regonline.com/spineaz2015 hotel meeting location Turnberry Isle, Aventura (Miami), FL 19999 West Country Club Drive Aventura, FL 33180 Tel: 305-932-6200 Website: www.turnberryislemiami.com hotel features The Turnberry combines all of the features required for a wonderful stay in Florida. Guests can enjoy a private beach, pools, exceptional golf, tennis, and spa facilities, fine dining, and all within a few miles of the attractions of Miami. hotel reservations Group room rate: Single/double $239 (plus applicable taxes which are currently 13%) To make reservations call: 1-800-228-9290 or 305-932-6200 on or before April 20, 2015 to receive the group rate. State that you are attending the Spine A Z Meeting to receive the discounted room rate. The meeting will be held at the Turnberry Isle, Aventura (Miami), FL. To make reservations call 1-800-228-9290 or 305-932-6200 on or before April 20, 2015 to receive the group rate. 6
registration Fast, Easy, and Secure Online Registration: www.regonline.com/spineaz2015 Register early as the limited space will fill very rapidly! Surgeons $495 Fellows/Residents/Allied Health $395 Late Registration Fee (after April 1) $50 Registration fee includes daily buffet breakfast, breaks, 2 lunches, and course materials refunds A full refund will be provided, less a $150 administrative fee, dependent upon written notice being received by March 31, 2015. Refunds will not be made after this date. Substitutions are allowed at any time but must be submitted in writing. attendance The course chairmen reserve the right to refuse admission to anyone whose presence is considered to be incompatible with course objectives. course cancellation In the unlikely event of insufficient enrollment, we reserve the right to cancel the course 21 days prior. Registrants will be notified by certified mail and registration fees will be refunded. Airline and other costs incurred by the registrant are the responsibility of the registrant and will not be refunded. questions? Please call BroadWater at (630) 681-1040 7
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