Spine on the Mountain: Innovation Meets Practice

January 28–31, 2010
The Lodge at Vail
Vail, CO

Chairmen:

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

Who Should Attend?

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

Credit Information

Credits: 8.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Educational Objectives

This program will enable participants to:

  • Discuss the surgical management of lumbar degenerative disc disease including anterior, posterior, open, MIS, fusion and arthroplasty options.
  • Describe surgical management techniques for common adult lumbar and cervical deformity conditions, and discuss common complications and management.
  • Describe the surgical options and current controversies for the management of spondylolisthesis.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the rationale, biomechanics and clinical experience of lumbar dynamic stabilization techniques.