NASS 2015 Annual Meeting

Technique Workshop: Fundamentals of Spine Deformity (Room W471)

Chairs: Christopher P. Ames, MD; Ronald A. Lehman, Jr., MD

This workshop focuses on didactic discussions including: sagittal and coronal balance, clinical applications of pelvic parameters, osteotomy techniques, iliolumbar fixation techniques and anatomy techniques utilizing thoracic pedicle screws. Through expert lectures, moderated case discussions and hands-on practice on sawbones, spine surgeons gain practical knowledge and technical skills to improve the care they provide to their spinal deformity patients.

Upon completion of this session, participants should gain strategies to:

  • Recognize various forms of cervical deformity, patient presentations, symptoms, evaluation and surgical treatment;
  • Identify issues involved with optimal spinal balance, pelvic parameters, and principles and techniques of revision spinal reconstruction;
  • Differentiate between the options for various osteotomy techniques, their indications, results, possible complications, and where these are potentially headed in the future.

The North American Spine Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Agenda

Welcome/Introductions
Christopher P. Ames, MD; Ronald A. Lehman, Jr., MD

Understanding the Role of Pelvic Parameters and Deformity Correction:  Measuring, Planning and Assessing their Role in Assisting Surgeons
Christopher J. Dewald, MD

Putting Theory Into Practice: How Do Sagittal Alignment Parameters Determine Operative Planning and Outcomes; Applying Measurements to Obtain Desired Outcomes
Serena S. Hu, MD

Coronal Plane Correction: Planning and Correction Techniques
Ronald A. Lehman, Jr., MD

Video Demonstration of Osteotomies: PCO, PSO and VCR    
Christopher P. Ames, MD

Proximal Junctional Kyphosis:  What We Know, Considerations on Prevention and Thoughts Moving Forward
Christopher I. Shaffrey, MD

Cost Analysis for Adult Spinal Deformity: Is Surgery Cost Effective? What is the QALY and MCID Data
Richard A. Hostin, Jr., MD

What is the Role of MIS in Adult Deformity: Can We Achieve Similar Results and Outcomes?
Juan S. Uribe, MD

Sawbones Available for Hands-on Instruction