Spine on the Mountain

January 26–29, 2012
Vail Cascade Resort and Spa
Vail, CO

Course Chairmen

  • Sig Berven, MD
  • Regis W. Haid, Jr., MD
  • Christopher I. Shaffrey, MD

Who Should Attend?

This advanced course is for orthopaedic and neurological surgeons, fellows and residents who include spine surgery in their practices.

Credit Information

Credits: 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Educational Objectives

As a result of this activity, the participant should be better able to:

  • Demonstrate understanding of the principles of managing adult spinal deformity, including minimally invasive approaches.
  • Evaluate the appropriate treatment option for multi-level lumbar degenerative disorders.
  • Describe the indications, techniques, and outcomes for treatment of cervical DDD and cervical deformity, including minimally invasive approaches and techniques for complex cervical cases.
  • Summarize the latest advances in improving outcomes and managing complications for common spine surgeries, and discuss current controversies.