Adverse events in spinal surgery happen. Some of these are avoidable and can be attributed to the surgical team and others are merely risks from the procedure. Whether it is pre-operative, intra-operative or post-operative, surgeons need to know how to deal with these complications not only from a clinical perspective but also from a legal, ethical and psychological perspective as well.

During this course, a panel of experts will cover the spectrum of these perspectives to include:

-Clinical approaches to complications
-Avoiding compensable events
-Risk management
-How to prepare for the worst
-Talking with the family

This course has limited enrollment and is open to practicing orthopedic spine surgeons and neurosurgeons. The goal of this course is to discuss in a closed confidential environment the seriously adverse complication cases everyone hears about and never wants to live through.

2020 AOSpine Webinar - Multi-level Cervical Stenosis: Laminoplasty vs Posterior Decompression & Fusion

The 6th Annual Spinal Navigation, Emerging Technologies Course focuses on provocative topics and in-depth debates regarding spinal navigation and robotics application in spine surgery with nationally recognized speakers who will also lead a hands-on workshop that provides an opportunity for guided practice in the bioskills lab. The design is to gain knowledge and experience of the new modalities in spine surgery, addressing both the guidelines and controversies of the field.

This course is designed to enhance physician and midlevel comfort in the management of patients with diverse spinal disorders and conditions. This two-day course will focus on discussions concerning the management of spinal disorders, as well as technological advancements, controversial spine topics, complications and socio-economic issues. The course will provide a mixture of didactic, case-based and evidence based guideline review, along with an opportunity for panel discussion.

AOSpine North America Principles courses are intended to address the additional training needs and practice gaps of the orthopaedic and neurological spine residents. This course is designed to offer residents the opportunity to learn the AO principles of anatomic reduction of fracture fragments; stable fixation to ensure proper healing while allowing the surrounding tissue to strengthen; atraumatic surgical technique to preserve the blood supply to the bone fragments and soft tissue; and early, pain-free mobilization so the patient can be returned to function as soon as possible as they apply to spinal surgery. The course will also provide basic exposure to spinal disorders from expert teaching faculty from both orthopaedic and neurological spine surgery.

The modular course format will focus on the spine patient in a conceptual, case study and practical exercise format. Participants in small groups will rotate through each module over the 2-day period. All participants are encouraged to bring HIPAA compliant cases for discussion to maximize their experience at the course.

Prepare for this Conference
Risk factors for in-hospital mortality after spine surgery: A matched case-control study using a multicenter database
30-day readmission after spine surgery: An analysis of 1400 consecutive spine surgery patients
Two-year results of the prospective spine treatment outcomes study: Analysis of post-operative clinical outcomes between patients with and without a history of prior cervical spine surgery

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Shoulder, Hip and Spine Training Course will provide hands-on training in musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS) of the hip, sacroiliac joint and shoulder. The objective of the course is to enable participants to use MSKUS as a point-of care imaging tool to assist with the diagnosis of painful joint. Leading MSK ultrasound experts will cover ultrasound scanning techniques, sonoanatomy, and sonopathology, including MSKUS examination of hemophilic these groups of joints. Diagnosis of iliopsoas bleeds and trochanteric pain will be highlighted.

Format: Interactive lectures, case presentations, round table discussions, and hands-on scanning.

The course is limited to 20 participants.

The 6th Annual Spine Trauma Summit provides an update on the current evidence-based practices in spine trauma care. The meeting combines lectures with interactive sessions to address questions and develop a consensus on best practices for all key areas of spinal cord injuries. This course will enhance recognition of key injury variables and provide important updates on spinal cord injury management and the latest techniques in minimally invasive spine fracture treatment. Participants will receive hands-on training using the most advanced technologies available to improve their cognitive as well as haptic skill sets.

The 6th Annual Spine Trauma Summit provides an update on the current evidence-based practices in spine trauma care. The meeting combines lectures with interactive sessions to address questions and develop a consensus on best practices for all key areas of spinal cord injuries. This course will enhance recognition of key injury variables and provide important updates on spinal cord injury management and the latest techniques in minimally invasive spine fracture treatment. Participants will receive hands-on training using the most advanced technologies available to improve their cognitive as well as haptic skill sets.

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Shoulder, Hip and Spine Training Course will provide hands-on training in musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS) of the hip, sacroiliac joint and shoulder. The objective of the course is to enable participants to use MSKUS as a point-of care imaging tool to assist with the diagnosis of painful joint. Leading MSK ultrasound experts will cover ultrasound scanning techniques, sonoanatomy, and sonopathology, including MSKUS examination of hemophilic these groups of joints. Diagnosis of iliopsoas bleeds and trochanteric pain will be highlighted.

Format: Interactive lectures, case presentations, round table discussions, and hands-on scanning.

The course is limited to 20 participants.

AO Spine North America Principles courses are intended to address the additional training needs and practice gaps of the orthopaedic and neurological spine residents. This course is designed to offer residents the opportunity to learn the AO principles of anatomic reduction of fracture fragments; stable fixation to ensure proper healing while allowing the surrounding tissue to strengthen; atraumatic surgical technique to preserve the blood supply to the bone fragments and soft tissue; and early, pain-free mobilization so the patient can be returned to function as soon as possible as they apply to spinal surgery. The course will also provide basic exposure to spinal disorders from expert teaching faculty from both orthopaedic and neurological spine surgery.

The modular course format will focus on the spine patient in a conceptual, case study and practical exercise format. Participants in small groups will rotate through each module over the 2-day period. All participants are encouraged to bring HIPAA compliant cases for discussion to maximize their experience at the course.

This 2,5-day course will offer an educational update on spine imaging and intervention utilizing the latest technology and techniques. The course will focus on diagnosis, treatment, image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, indications for surgery, and evaluation of the post-operative patient.

On the agenda:

-Imaging of Cervical Spine Trauma
-Sports Injuries of the Lumbar Spine
-Spine Emergencies
-Evaluation of Peripheral Neuropathy and the Lumbosacral Plexus
-Vascular Diseases of the Spine/Spinal Cord
-Spine Oncology: The Radiologist’s Role in Imaging and Intervention
-Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
-Spine Zebras: Stranger Things
-Spine Infection and Mimics
-The Radiologist’s Role in Spine Pain Management
-Degenerative Disc Disease: Pathophysiology and New Imaging Techniques
-Regenerative Medicine Therapy for the Spine
-Diffusion Imaging of the Spinal Cord
-Spine Tumors: A Compartmental Approach
-Spinal cord fMRI
-Spine Imaging: What Else is the Surgeon is Looking For?
-Post-operative Spine Complications
-Missed Findings in Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery
-Pathology of the Craniocervical Junction
-Understanding the SI Joint and What the Surgeon Needs from the Radiologist

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Shoulder, Hip and Spine Training Course will provide hands-on training in musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS) of the hip, sacroiliac joint and shoulder. The objective of the course is to enable participants to use MSKUS as a point-of care imaging tool to assist with the diagnosis of painful joint. Leading MSK ultrasound experts will cover ultrasound scanning techniques, sonoanatomy, and sonopathology, including MSKUS examination of hemophilic these groups of joints. Diagnosis of iliopsoas bleeds and trochanteric pain will be highlighted.

Format: Interactive lectures, case presentations, round table discussions, and hands-on scanning.

The course is limited to 20 participants.

Prepare for this Conference
Risk factors for sleep disturbance in patients with cervical myelopathy and its clinical significance: A cross-sectional study
Multi-level posterior foraminotomy with laminoplasty versus laminoplasty alone for cervical spondylotic myelopathy with radiculopathy: A comparative study
A novel MRI biomarker of spinal cord white matter injury: T2*-weighted white matter to gray matter signal intensity ratio

UCI Dept. of Neurological Surgery and Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery will present current practice standards on spine topics and facilitate an interactive dialogue.

Learning Objectives:

-Apply enhanced educational knowledge related to the management of various spinal conditions such as degenerative disc disease, radiculopathy/myelopathy, spondylolisthesis, spine trauma; sacroiliac joint pain, post-laminectomy syndrome, spinal tumors, deformity and scoliosis
-Review case examples and studies to guide the treatment of patients with spinal conditions at various stages of care
-Discuss new research findings

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Shoulder, Hip and Spine Training Course will provide hands-on training in musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS) of the hip, sacroiliac joint and shoulder. The objective of the course is to enable participants to use MSKUS as a point-of care imaging tool to assist with the diagnosis of painful joint. Leading MSK ultrasound experts will cover ultrasound scanning techniques, sonoanatomy, and sonopathology, including MSKUS examination of hemophilic these groups of joints. Diagnosis of iliopsoas bleeds and trochanteric pain will be highlighted.

Format: Interactive lectures, case presentations, round table discussions, and hands-on scanning.

The course is limited to 20 participants.

Save the Date and Join Us at the San Diego Convention Center!
You can still expect high-quality education and innovation as well as new opportunities to engage and collaborate both in-person and online August 31 – September 4, 2021.

This symposium will foster a greater understanding of the clinical problems associated with degenerative disc disease and will highlight cutting-edge scientific research in areas of basic biology, epidemiology, disease mechanisms, biomechanics, tissue engineering, and imaging of the intervertebral disc.

The program will feature invited talks by several leading researchers with opportunities for new investigators, postdoctoral trainees, and graduate students to present their work in podium/poster sessions and to exchange ideas in an informal setting with experienced investigators at the forefront of their field.