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November 2009

International Meeting on the Management of the Hip in CP St George's Hall, Liverpool, United Kingdom, November 17, 2009 - March 1, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Alder Hey; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Jenny Tyson, North West Movement Analysis Centre (Gait Lab), Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Eaton Road, Liverpool, L12 2AP.; Telephone: 0151 252 5053; Email: jenny.tyson{at}alderhey.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: International Meeting on the Management of the Hip in CP; Description: This is a ‘must not miss’ event aimed at Paediatric Neurologists, Community Paediatricians, Orthopaedic Surgeons and Physiotherapists involved in the care and treatment of children with cerebral palsy. The meeting will examine evidence; inform and update clinicians; share good practice; facilitate the provision of equity of care and identify areas for further research. Speakers include: Prof H Kerr Graham,Dr Freeman Miller, M.D., Dr Gunnar Hagglund, Dr Reinhald Brunner, Mr James Robb, Dr Terry Pountney. Registration fee is Ł180.00 for doctors and Ł90.00 for Therapists.

Advances in Knee Arthroplasty Chandos House, London, United Kingdom, November 24, 2009 - April 30, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Exactech UK Ltd (N/A); Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: Joanna Barrett, Exactech UK Ltd, Grosvenor House, Redditch, B97 4DL; Telephone: 01527 591555; Email: joanna.barrett{at}exac.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Knee Arthroplasty; Description: Advances in Knee Arthroplasty is led by key national and international opinion leaders in the field. The meeting focuses on all the elements of primary and revision knee arthroplasty from prosthetic material and design to surgical technique in complex revision surgery. The format consists of four to six short lectures in each section followed by ample time for discussion and debate. Advances in Knee Arthroplasty is aimed at senior trainees and consultants who wish to learn,share, debate and discuss ideas and surgical techniques in an exciting environment with a group of international surgeons in one room.

January 2010

Bolton Basic Knee & Hip Arthroplasty Course Royal Bolton Hospital, Bolton, United Kingdom, January 26 - May 7, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Stryker (Stryker); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Jo Comerford, Royal Bolton Hospital NHS Trust; Telephone: 01204 390591; Email: jo.comerford{at}rbh.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Knee Hip Arthroplasty Course; Description: BASIC KNEE & HIP ARTHROPLASTY COURSE:13th & 14th May 2010. For surgeons in training. Will be held at THE ROYAL BOLTON HOSPITAL. COURSE CONVENERS: Mr WG Ryan, Mr MJ Fehily. EXPERT FACULTY INVITED FROM THE REGION AND NATIONALLY. Sessions: Patient selection and indications; Biomechanics; Surgical approaches; Ligament balancing; Bone preparation; Prosthesis selection; Cementing techniques; Tips and pitfalls; Complications. DRY BONES WORKSHOP: Day 1 – Knee; Day 2 - Hip. Venue: POSTGRADUATE CENTRE. REGISTRATION FEE: Ł200. Applications: Mrs J Comerford, Secretary to Mr WG Ryan, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Royal Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Farnworth, Bolton, Lancashire BL4 0JR.

February 2010

Santander arthroscopy and arthoplasty Palacio Magdalena, Santander, Spain, February 18-19, 2010: Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Luis Pérez Carro, Avda Estadio 17 D 3ş Iz; Telephone: 649733942; Email: lpcarro{at}gmail.com; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder arthroscopy and arthroplasty; Description: Description: Two day meeting with the following topics: Physical and radiological examination. Shoulder arthroscopy: Indications, positioning, portals, basic techniques and complications. Arthroscopic anatomy of the shoulder. Shoulder arthroscopy: Instability, rotator cuff, biceps, acromioclavicular joint, labrum and SLAP lesions, subscapularis repair, frozen shoulder, arthroscopic Latarjet. Proximal humerus fractures: Reconstruction, sutures and plates, arthroplasty. Clavicle and scapula fractures. Shoulder arthroplasty: Humerus options, glenoid exposure and options, anatomic, reverse, treatment of complications. Suprascapular nerve: Arthroscopic release. Tendon transfers.

March 2010

Swansea Hand Surgery Revision Course Post-Graduate Medical Centre, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, Swansea, United Kingdom, March 4-6, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Swansea Hand Club; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sue Jones or Diane Richardson, Hand Surgery Unit, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, SA6 6NL; Telephone: 01792 703974 or 703450; Email: sue.jones{at}swansea-tr.wales.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Hand Surgery Revision; Description: This Revision Hand Course, now in it's seventh year, will consist of a series of lectures, clinical demonstrations, small group vivas and a large number of clinical cases and is intended for Specialist Registrars preparing for the FRCS (Orth) examination.

AO Principles in Operative Fracture Management Course Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, March 8-11, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1LG; Telephone: 0044 1707 823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO; Description: The aim of the course is to help the participant acquire the knowledge and skills required to manage common fractures, according to AO principles. The course is based upon a philosophy that good fracture management requires more than the practical skills required to ‘fix’ a fracture. The competent fracture surgeon should understand bone physiology, response to injury and the processes of repair. Good decision-making is the key to fracture management and interaction between participants and a large faculty during lectures, group discussion and practical sessions will help you develop these skills. Practical sessions involve the fixation of common diaphyseal and articular fractures on real size artificial bone models, using AO instruments and implants.

4th Trauma & Orthopaedics Update Centre de Congres, Val d'Isere, France, March 8-11, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: DoctorsUpdates; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: J Bernard Liban, St George's Hospital, London SW17 0QT, UK; Telephone: +44 (0) 208 7151924; Email: liban{at}mailbox.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Trauma, Orthopaedics; Description: Multidisciplinary meeting with plastic surgery, radiology, anaesthesia and pain specialties. Lectures, seminars, free papers on trauma and all aspects of orthopaedics. Joint sessions with plastic surgery, radiology and pain.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons New Orleans, LA, United Kingdom, March 9-13, 2010: Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Course Organiser, 6300 North River Road, Rosemont, Illinois, 60018-4262; Telephone: 800-346-2267; Email: meeting{at}aaos.org

AOSpine Deformity Course for ORP Sprowston Manor, Norwich, United Kingdom, March 15-16, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Debora King, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: 01707 823 345; Email: king.debora{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AOSpine Deformity Course for ORP; Description: This programme has been developed to equip ORP’s with the skills required when in the operating room with patients undergoing corrective surgery of the spine. Course topics are covered through a combination of lectures, workshops and discussion sessions supported by a faculty of experienced spine surgeons and ORP who are able to relate these to everyday working practices. Participants will benefit from small, interactive group sessions offering much opportunity for the exchange of views on this complex area of surgery. Target participants This course welcomes all ORP with an interest in deformity spinal surgery. Participants will be encouraged to discuss and exchange ideas based on their own experiences to maximise personal learning. Upon completion of this course, the participants should be able to: • Discuss the AOSpine principles and techniques around the management of complex spinal deformity patients • Identify the anatomy of the spine and apply appropriate implants at various levels required to correct a scoliosis curve • Plan and anticipate pitfalls in the clinical area, considering issues around theatre equipment, appropriate instrumentation, and potential positioning risks • Build a network of colleagues to share ideas, challenge practices and offer support to your team. Course fee - Ł355.00 The course fee includes all course materials, lunches, light refreshments and dinner.

HKSSH 23rd annual congress Pre-congress comprehensive elbow workshop Orthopaedic Learning Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital, HKSAR, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, March 17-18, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Hong Kong Society for Surgery of the Hand (HKSSH); Type of Event: Workshop; Contact: Dr. Tse Wing Lim, General Office of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, HKSAR, China; Telephone: (852) 97750394; Email: tse{at}ort.cuhk.edu.hk; Subjects/Keywords: elbow arthroscopy, elbow arthroplasty, elbow fracture fixation; Description: We have organized 2 days workshop with the theme focused on elbow pathology. Day 1 will have elbow arthroscopy and arthroplasty workshop with the participants having hands-on opportunity on anatomical specimens. Day 2 will focused on fracture fixation techniques around elbow region. Participants can practice external fixator application, different fixation techniques on complex olecranon fracture, distal humeral fracture as well as radial head replacement with the use of saw bone. Seats are very limited and will be provided as first come first serve basis. Please visit our HKSSH official website for updated information.

AOSpine Principles Course - Injured & Degenerative Spine Hilton Hotel, Sheffield, United Kingdom, March 17-19, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Debora King, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: 01707 823 345; Email: king.debora{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AOSpine Principles Course - Injured & Degenerative Spine; Description: This course is split into 2 parts, the first being the Injured Spine, the second, the Degenerative Spine. Both parts run consecutively over the 3 days, each taking a day and half. The first part begins on Wednesday 17 March at 09:00, and the second begins at 13:30 on Thursday 18 March and runs until 17:00 on Friday 19 March. Participants have the option to attend either individual part, or combine the two. The course will combine lectures, large and small group discussions and practical sessions to create a warm, friendly and interactive atmosphere to allow all the participants to learn as much as possible in the 3 days. The faculty will always be available to answer questions and expand on discussion topics. Venue The Hilton Sheffield is just 2 minutes walk from the city centre and 45 minutes drive from East Midlands airport. Ample parking is available at the hotel. Objectives At the end of the course, participants will be able to: • Understand neurological, bony and surgical anatomy of the spine related to approaches and pathology • Appreciate the interaction between biology and biomechanics in spinal reconstruction • Have a good appreciation of establishing a diagnosis from history and examination, organising appropriate investigations and generating a sensible management plan for the common spinal conditions • Cover the topics required for the FRCS exit examination Registration information Registration for this course must be completed online at www.aospine.org. The fee to attend each part is Ł275, however if you would like to attend both parts the fee will be Ł535. A discount of 10% is offered for members of AOSpine. Payment for the course can be made by contacting the AOUK office. If you have any problems registering online, or require any additional information, please contact Debora King at: AOUK Education Tel: +44 1707 823345 PO Box 328 Fax: +44 1707 391606 Welwyn Garden City Email: king.debora@ao-courses.com AL7 1YR Web: www.aouk.org

The Cambridge Basic Science FRCS (Orth) Revision Course 2010 Magdalene College, Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, March 17-19, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: The Furlong Research Charitable Foundation (FRCF); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Miss Amy Ryan, 10a Chandos Street, London. W1G 9DQ; Telephone: 020 7436 1919; Email: amy.ryan{at}frcf.org.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Intensive revision course with interactive viva practice; Description: The course is aimed at orthopaedic trainees preparing for the FRCS (Orth) examination and also for trainees who are in Years 1 - 4. The format of the course includes interactive lectures and mock vivas. (mock vivas only for those about to take the exam). Candidates are encouraged to apply early as places are limited.

Elbow Study Day Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust,, Birmingham, United Kingdom, March 19, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital (ROH); Type of Event: Other; Contact: Ann Weaver, Research and Teaching Centre, Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham B31 2AP, UK; Telephone: 01216854026; Email: roh-postgrad{at}bham.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Elbow,TER, biomechanics, paediatrics, trauma, tumours; Description: Study Day

23rd HKSSH annual congress HKEC Training Centre for Health care Management and Clinical Technology, Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital, Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong, March 20-21, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Hong Kong Society for Surgery of the Hand (HKSSH); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Dr. Tse Wing Lim, General Office of Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, HKSAR, China; Telephone: (852) 97750394; Email: tse{at}ort.cuhk.edu.hk; Subjects/Keywords: Major trauma in Upper Limb - 21st Century Perspective -; Description: The main theme of our 23rd HKSSH annual congress is Major trauma in upper limb -21st century prospective -. Please visit our HKSSH official web site (www.hkssh.org/index.php) for updated information.

2nd Leicester FRCS(Tr. & Orth.) Intensive Viva Course Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, United Kingdom, March 22, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: University of Leicester; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Elaine James, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Leicester; Telephone: 01162584702; Email: ej9{at}le.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS(Tr. & Orth.) Viva; Description: An intensive one day course featuring 10 full length FRCS(Tr & Orth) vivas, advice from recent candidates and an examiner's view. The course features a 2:1 examiner to candidate ratio.

AO Current Concepts Course Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom, March 24-26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: 0044 1707823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO; Description: Fracture management and the environment in which it is practiced are evolving rapidly. The aims of this 3 day course are to update, revise, provoke and inform. The specific themes for 2010 are distal radial fractures, paediatric fractures and education. The course is designed for Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeons; generally about half of the 48 participants are AO course faculty. The format is set to be open, relaxed and inviting discussion.

Spine Class Basic and Advanced Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa, Southport Old Road, Formby, L37 0AB, Southport, United Kingdom, March 25-26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals NHS Trust (S&ODGH); Type of Event: Course; Contact: George Ampat, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Southport; Telephone: +44 (1704) 704192; Email: g.ampat{at}nhs.net; Subjects/Keywords: Spine Class 2010; Description: SPINECLASS ADVANCED AND BASIC SPINE CLASS ADVANCED is aimed at Specialist Registrars to train them for the spinal part of the FRCS (Orth) examination. Registration Ł150/- for two days. SPINE CLASS BASIC is aimed at General Practitioners, Extended Scope Practitioners, Physiotherapists and Junior Doctors. The programme also includes a section on all complementary therapies and a workshop on how to interpret MRI scans. Registration Ł130/- for two days. The venue - Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa - set amongst 135 acres of parkland, at the heart of England’s Golf Coast offers the definitive golf resort, luxury spa and hotel experience. Spine class is a value for money course. The course obtained a mean rating of 4.2 on a scale of 0 to 5 from delegates when last held. There was a measured statistically significant knowledge gain among all participants. Faculty include Mr. Alastair Gibson - Edinburgh Royal, Mr. John Dorgan – Alder Hey, Mr. Michael Grevitt – Queens Medical Centre Nottingham, Mr. Brian Todd - Stepping Hill, Mr. Manoj Khatri – Royal Preston, Mr. George Ampat – Southport and others. Visit www.spineclass.com for further details

BASK 2010 Annual Meeting combined with ACPA Examination Schools, Oxford, United Kingdom, March 25-26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: British Association for Surgery of the Knee (BASK); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Mrs Hazel Choules, BASK, at the Royal College of Surgeons, 35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PE; Telephone: 010 7406 1763; Email: h.choulese{at}boa.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: BASK 2010 Annual Meeting; Description: BASK will be holding their annual scientfic meeting combined with the ACPA (Arthroplasty Care Practitioners Association) in Oxford on 25th & 26th March 2010 including a trade exhibition. The local host for the meeting is Mr Chris Dodd President of BASK. The Annual Dinner will be held at Trinity College. This meeting is for Consultants, Trainees, Nurses etc, members and non-members, details and information including 'The Call for Papers' can be found at www.baskonline.com or contact Hazel Choules, Senior Administrator BOA Specialist Societies on 020 7406 1763.

BASK - British Association for Surgery of the Knee Examination Schools, Oxford, United Kingdom, March 25-26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: British Association for Surgery of the Knee; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Hazel Choules, BASK, at the Royal College of Surgeons, 35 - 43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PE; Telephone: 020 7406 1763; Email: h.choules{at}boa.ac.uk; Description: Host: Mr Chris Dodd, President of BASK BASK will be holding a combined Meeting with the ACPA, Arthroplasty Care Practitioners Association. Please check the website for meeting details and the 'Call for Papers' submission of abstracts.

Casting Techniques For Specialist Registrars and SHOs Bradford Royal Infirmary Orthopaedic Department, Bradford, United Kingdom, March 26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Teaching Education And Connections In Healthcare (TEACH); Type of Event: Workshop; Contact: Anne Petty, PO Box 720, Halifax, HX3 7HS; Telephone: 07796 606939; Email: enquiries{at}orthoteach.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Casting Techniques for SHOs & Specialist Registrars, SAC Requirement, Focussed Rigidity Casting, Orthopaedics, Trauma, BOA, BCC; Description: This one-day course fulfils the SAC requirement for Specialist Registrar training, containing a panel of lecturers who both hold a BCC and regularly teach the BCC to others. This is a practical workshop based course, detailing the high standards necessary in this environment to maximise safe patient care and reduce iatrogenic problems. Topics covered will include: material choice (including PoP and synthetic), cast padding, use of equipment and the practical application of various casts. The course will end with a full panel Q&A Troubleshooting Session. The Course costs Ł150 per student.

April 2010

International Tibia masterclass nail plate Ilizarov The unsolved problem Royal College of Surgeons, London, United Kingdom, April 15-16, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kate Prestwick, 35 -43 Lincoln's Inn field London WC2A 3PE; Telephone: 44 020 7869 6300; Email: education{at}rcseng.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: tibia nail plate Ilizarov non union infection bone graft; Description: This two-day course will provide a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the relative merits of alternative methods of management of acute tibial fractures, non-union, infection and mal-union. FORMAT - The course will be in the form of interactive lectures, concise presentations on specific topics and discussion groups.

MINI FRAGMENT FRACTURE FIXATION Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, United Kingdom, April 15-16, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Pulvertaft Hand Centre, Royal Derby Hospital; Type of Event: Workshop; Contact: Mary Bradley, Hand Unit Research Office, Royal Derby Hospital; Telephone: 01332 787493/ 787490; Email: Mary.Bradley{at}derbyhospitals.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: MINI FRAGMENT FRACTURE FIXATION; Description: Mini Fragment Fracture Fixation Course - Royal Derby Hospital Thursday and Friday,15-16 April 2010 This is a two-day practical workshop course for surgeons who deal with hand fractures. Application and details : www.pulvertafthandcentre.org.uk or e-mail : mary.bradley@derbyhospitals.nhs.uk or stefania.wigelsworth@derbyhospitals.nhs.uk

6th Annual BLT Intensive Orthopaedic Basic Sciences Course Surgical Skills and Simulation Room, 1st Floor, East Wing, Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London. E1 1BB, London, United Kingdom, April 16-17, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Barts and The London NHS Trust (BLT); Type of Event: Course; Contact: nicola.palmer@bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk, Postgraduate Centre, Ashfield Street, Barts and The London NHS Trust, The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London E1 1BB; Telephone: 020 7377 7760; Email: nicola.palmer{at}bartsandthelondon.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Basic Sciences; FRCS(Orth); Description: Aimed at: Specialist Registrars (SpRs/StRs) in Orthopaedics preparing for the FRCS(Orth) or seeking a strong foundation in basic orthopaedic sciences. Summary: All you need to know about orthopaedic basic sciences • Comprehensively based on the popular revision textbook Basic Orthopaedic Sciences (ed. Manoj Ramachandran). Subjects covered include: • Statistics • Bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, meniscus and nerve biology and pathology • Biomechanics and biomaterials • Essentials of the operating theatre environment • Radiology • Prosthetics and orthotics • Tricky viva topics – back to basics • Microbiology and infection. Format: Rapid-fire interactive lecture format combined with practice viva sessions. Course convenors: Manoj Ramachandran FRCS(Orth) and Pramod Achan FRCS(Orth), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons, Barts and The London (BLT) NHS Trust, London. Venue: Surgical Skills and Simulation Room, 1st Floor, East Wing, Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel, London E1 1BB. Places: Strictly limited to 16 – allocated on a first come, first served basis. Cost: Ł300 (fee inclusive of course material and refreshments).

FRCS Orth Viva Examination Course Hillingdon Prince Hotel, Reading, United Kingdom, April 17, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: FrcsOrth.co.uk; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sandy, PO Box 8083 Reading RG6 9GZ; Telephone: 0845 6439597; Email: contact{at}medskills.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS Orth viva preparation; Description: One day FRCS Orth viva course is designed for candidates going for the examination within the next few weeks. It aims to give the candidates a feel of the examination situation, the standard they need to achieve and the confidence they require. The viva topics to be covered are: Basic science( including microbiology, theatre design, biomaterials, biomechanics and statistics), Adult pathology, Hand, Paediatrics, Trauma and Surgical approaches.

Modern High Tibial osteotomy & ASAMI INDIA annual meeting Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, India, April 17-18, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Association for Study & Application of Methods of Ilizarov INDIA (ASAMI INDIA); Type of Event: Workshop; Contact: Dr Milind Chaudhary, Centre for Ilizarov Techniques; Telephone: +91-724-2441895; Email: milind.chaudhary{at}gmail.com; Subjects/Keywords: High Tibial osteotomy, Medial Comaprtment osteoarthritis of Knee, OA Knee, HTO,; Description: Modern High Tibial osteotomy is a surgery whose time has come--again! It is the ideal non-arthroplasty treatment for Medial Compartment osteoarthritis in the middle ages in the Asian, Middle Eastern & African populations who need floor sitting. Prof Tomihisa Kohsino, Emeritus Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Yokohoma City University School of Medicine (Japan) will be the chief guest and will demonstrate surgery. Surgery can be done with Locked Plates, With Tomofix Osteotomy plates, with T-Clamp External fixation as well as with Hybrid Ilizarov External fixation. Results are now proven to last for 15 years and longer when limb alignment is accurately controlled. This event is a must for those interested in the Non-Arthroplasty treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee.

AO Shoulder & Elbow Course for Surgeons Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Liverpool, United Kingdom, April 21-23, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AO Foundation; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: +44 1707 823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder elbow; Description: Aimed at senior trainees, fellows and consultants. In addition to lectures and discussions, the course will include a workshop with distal humeral plates and a cadaveric session with common surgical exposures of the scapula and humerus on fresh frozen cadavers.

ANATOMY & SURGICAL EXPOSURES IN ORTHOPAEDICS Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, United Kingdom, April 22-23, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Institute of Orthopaedis (RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7AG; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: alison.whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: ANATOMY & SURGICAL EXPOSURES IN ORTHOPAEDICS; Description: This two day course will cover the basics of anatomy and surgical exposures in Orthopaedics. The programme includes demonstrations on cadaveric prosection in the upper limb, lower limb and the spine. The faculty includes senior consultants specialising in the respective areas from the RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital. Target Audience: All levels of Orthopaedic Trainees. This is a popular course and places are limited to 30 delegates only. Course Fee Ł300

Shoulder instructional course 2010 Antunovic hotel Zagreb, Zagreb, Croatia, April 23-24, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Conventus Credo d.o.o.; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Nina Vrdoljak, Kruge 48, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia; Telephone: + 385 1 4854 696; Email: nina{at}conventuscredo.hr; Subjects/Keywords: Othopaedic, Surgery; Description: On behalf of the Croatian Orthopaedic and Traumatology Association (COTA) and European Society for Surgery of the Shoulder and the Elbow (SECEC) it is a great pleasure and honor to invite you to the second Shoulder International Course (SIC) which will be held in Zagreb on April 23-24, 2010.

Hand Surgery for Specialist Trainees (Edinburgh Hand Course) NHS Education for Scotland, The Lister, 11 Hill Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9DR, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, April 26-28, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: NHS Education for Scotland (NES); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kay Leslie, NHS Education for Scotland, The Lister, 11 Hill Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9DR; Telephone: 0131 651 4250; Email: kay.leslie{at}nes.scot.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Edinburgh Hand Course; Description: This hugely popular course is aimed at ST3-ST6 orthopaedic and plastic surgery trainees. It covers the hand syllabus for the FRCS (Ortho) and FRCS (Plast) examinations, and is a useful revisionary course for candidates about to sit these exams. 20-30 minute lectures will be given by orthopaedic/plastic surgery consultants with a major interest in hand surgery, and there will be adequate time for discussion at the end of each lecture. There will be small group clinical examination and viva practice. Topics will include: fractures and joint injuries, tendon injuries, nerve injuries (including brachial plexus), the arthritic hand, tumours, hand amputations and upper limb prosthetics, peripheral nerve compressions, infections, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, compartment syndrome, Kienbock’s disease, congenital anomalies, tendon transfers, soft tissue cover, carpal fractures and instabilities.

1st Teesside Upper Limb Trauma Management Course The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, April 28-29, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: South Tees Hospitals NHS Trust (STHNHST); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Zoe Holland, The James Cook University Hospital; Telephone: 01642 282825; Email: zoe.holland{at}stees.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Upper Limb Trauma; Description: Aims of the course: The aim of the day is to provide delegates with an overview of current management of fractures and injuries to the upper limb, through lectures, dry bone practicals, and case discussions. Early registration is recommended as places are limited to 25. Target Audience: · Specialist Registrars · Trainees in Orthopaedics · Orthopaedic Consultants working in trauma

Britspine 2010 BT Convention Centre Liverpool Waterfront, Liverpool, United Kingdom, April 28-30, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Britspine; Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Sue Woodward, 9 Linsdale Gardens, Nottingham, NG4 4GY; Telephone: 07780676772; Email: sue.britspine{at}hotmail.co.uk; Description: The sixth combined meeting of the British Scoliosis Society, Society for Back Pain Research and British Association of Spinal Surgeons.

May 2010

AOCMF Principles Course - Fixation Tortworth Court, Bristol, United Kingdom, May 6-7, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Debora King, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: 01707 823 345; Email: king.debora{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AOCMF Principles Course - Fixation; Description: The essential basic techniques of maxillofacial internal fixation is now offered as a two-day course to Maxillofacial and Plastic Surgeons in training. The first day will cover an introduction to the basic principles of internal fixation. Aspects of bone healing and design of plates and screws, as well as mandibular trauma will be considered. On day two the student will learn about Midface fractures and Orthognathic & Reconstructive Surgery. The course will include lectures, small group discussion and practical exercises in basic internal fixation, treatment of simple mandibular fractures with miniplates and treatment of other fractures with various methods of internal fixation.

Salford Orthopaedic Series: Shoulder Update Salford, United Kingdom, May 19, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Julie Connett, Allerton Building, University of Salford, Salford M6 6PU; Telephone: 0161 295 7012; Email: cpdunit-fhsc{at}salford.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder Orthopaedic; Description: By attending this course you will: • Update knowledge on common shoulder disorders • Obtain information and current evidence of cutting-edge treatment techniques • Advance knowledge in clinical diagnostic and management skills • Discuss current issues in a relaxed and informal expert forum. The cost for the course is Ł90 for bookings made before 15 March 2010, Ł105 thereafter.

Orthopaedic Anatomy Course for Junior Surgial Trainees Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, United Kingdom, May 20, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Institute of Orthopaedics, Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Arthritis Research Centre, Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: alison.whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: ANATOMY COURSE; Description: A one day intensive course with spine lecture and lectures and cadaveric dissections on the upper and lower limb for junior surgical trainees has been arranged. The course fee is Ł150 (inclusive of all refreshments)

Current Concepts in Joint Replacement - Spring 2010 Rio Suite Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas, NV, United States, May 23-26, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Current Concepts Institute (CCI); Type of Event: Course; Contact: A. Seth Greenwald, D.Phil.(Oxon), 14837 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107; Telephone: 216-295-1900; Email: info{at}ccjr.com; Subjects/Keywords: orthopaedics, joint replacement, CCJR, Greenwald; Description: 11th Annual Current Concepts in Joint Replacement - Spring. This internationally recognized event, sponsored by the Current Concepts Institute, is the largest Continuing Medical Education program focusing on joint arthroplasty. The course is open to orthopaedic surgeons, residents, nurses, and members of the orthopaedic and allied health industries. It will run two full days and one half day with the primary focus on contemporary problems of hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty, inclusive of joint trauma and emerging technologies.

Sports Injuries Masterclass 2010 Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa, Formby, Southport, United Kingdom, May 26-27, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Southport & Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Mr Vishal Sahni, Secretary Ms Tina Ray, Southport & Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust, Southport PR8 6PN; Telephone: 01704704296; Email: tina.ray{at}southportandormskirk.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Sports Injuries; Description: This is a two day Masterclass aimed at orthopaedic trainees,sports injury doctors,GPs with special interest and sports physiotherapists. The first day will cover management on field,common & advanced trauma,Knee,hip and foot and ankle injuries & disorders in sportspersons. The second day will cover spine,shoulder,elbow,wrist & hand injuries and disorders. Sports rehab and nutrition will also be covered. Each topic will cover history,clinical examination & diagnosis,investigations and surgical and non surgical management. The faculty comprises of Expert Surgeons & Physiotherapists who regularly treat premiership level football players and other national and international level sportspersons. The venue - Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa - set amongst 135 acres of parkland, at the heart of England’s Golf Coast offers the definitive golf resort,luxury spa and hotel experience. Formby Hall is now firmly established as one of the finest resorts and luxury hotels in the North West of England. The last two Shoulder Masterclasses that we organised were very successful and hugely oversubscribed. Hence to avoid disappointment, please book your place early. Course Fee - Ł150 for 2 days. Includes lunch, tea, coffee etc.

June 2010

11th EFORT Congress Feria de Madrid, Madrid, Spain, June 2-5, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: EFORT; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Sabrina Wolf, Congress & Event Coordinator, Technoparkstrasse, 1 1 8005 Zürich, Switzerland; Telephone: +41 (44)448 4400; Email: sabrina.wolf{at}efort.org

International Conference on Orthopaedic Surgery, Biomechanics & Clinical Applications Brunel University, London, United Kingdom, June 6-9, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Brunel Orthopaedic Research and Learning Centre; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Neriman Ozada, Brunel University, Mechanical Engineering, Howell Building 309b, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge; Telephone: 00447838027383; Email: neriman.ozada{at}brunel.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Orthopaedic Surgery, Biomechanics, Computer Assisted Surgery, Musculoskeletal Modelling, Orthopaedic Implants, Orthopaedic Devices, Rehabilitation, Biomaterials; Description: The Brunel Orthopaedic Research and Learning Centre is organising an international conference on Orthopaedic Surgery, Biomechanics and Clinical Applications which will take place at Brunel University, West London from June 6 to June 9, 2010. The conference program consists of four major areas as Biomechanics, Surgery, Biomaterials and Implants. The conference will incorporate different aspects of orthopaedic biomechanics, biomaterials, surgery and computer assisted surgery, simulation, robotics and haptic devices. These will be subdivided into the upper limb, lower limb and spine. The conference attendees expected to be from the public health-care and industrial sectors including orthopaedic surgeons, consultants and trainees, physiotherapists and bioengineers, academic and industrial researchers in bioengineering and orthopaedics and marketing staff in biomedical companies. The conference aims to bring academic, clinical and industrial researchers, scientists, device developers and practitioners together and provide a platform for exchange of ideas and disseminate the recent developments in orthopaedic research, surgery and devices. The conference, different than many others, will include not only scientific research but provide hand-on practical sessions as well as industrial demonstrations. The conference sessions and workshops will merit CME points.

Basic Hip Artrhoplasty Course Cuschieri Skills Centre, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, United Kingdom, June 8, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: University of Dundee; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Mary Burke, Cuschieri Skills Centre, Level 5, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee DD1 9SY; Telephone: +44 (0)1382 645857; Email: m.t.burke{at}dundee.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Basic Hip Arthroplasty; Description: The course is aimed at recently appointed Specialist Registrars. A small faculty of practising surgeons work with the delegates in a ratio of one faculty member to four delegates. There are a small number of lectures but the emphasis is on "hands-on" experience, covering cemented stems, cemented and cementless acetabulae. The aim of the course has been to emphasise the importance of cementing technique and component orientation by linking it to anatomy and biomechanics. It is hoped that young trainees will develop good cementing habits early in their career. Each participant will carry out each element of the procedure on sawbones including cement mixing and stem insertion.

Basic Knee Arthroplasty Course Cuschieri Skills Centre, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, United Kingdom, June 9, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: University of Dundee; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Mary Burke, Cuschieri Skills Centre, Level 5, Ninewells Hospital, Dundee DD1 9SY; Telephone: +44 (0)1382 645857; Email: m.t.burke{at}dundee.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Basic Knee Artrhoplasty; Description: The Course follows the same principles that have been developed in the Introduction to Primary Hip Arthroplasty Course with the emphasis on "hands-on" experience. It is aimed at recently appointed Specialist Registrars and it is hoped that young trainees will develop good techniques early in their career. Each delegate will perform all the cuts required for Knee Arthroplasty on sawbones.

AO Injured Foot Course Clifton Pavilion, Bristol Zoo, Bristol, United Kingdom, June 9-11, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1LG; Telephone: 0044 1707 823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AOUK; Description: This three-day course aims to cover all aspects of serious injuries to the foot and ankle from initial presentation, through primary emergency management and definitive reduction and fixation to secondary reconstruction of the delayed consequences of trauma. The theme of the course is that the treatment of foot and ankle injuries flows from an understanding of the normal and injured anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. For this reason the course emphases basic science and cadaveric dissections. Includes in the modules are fracture anatomy and classification, surgical approaches, plate fixation, outcomes of treatment and complications. The course is aimed at consultants, senior trainees and fellows with an interest in the management and late reconstruction of foot and ankle trauma.

Basic Skills in Hand Surgery The Royal College of Surgeons of England, London, United Kingdom, June 15-17, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Plastic Surgery Course Assistant, Raven Department of Education, 35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London, WC2A 3PE; Telephone: 020 7869 6336; Email: plastic{at}rcseng.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: ST 2-3 trainees in plastic and orthopaedic surgery; Description: This three day course aimed at ST 2-3 is designed to teach trainees in plastic and orthopaedic surgery, safe surgical techniques in dealing with hand trauma, with emphasis on soft tissue injuries. Content Day One Anaesthetics and Soft Tissues •Local and regional blocks •Compartment syndrome •Applied anatomy •Incision for common access and exposure •Finger tip •Thumb and prox digit •Hand and wrist Day Two Nerve and Bone •Applied anatomy •Nerve access and repair plus graft •Physiology of bone healing •Fracture fixation Day Three Tendon and Joint •Applied anatomy and healing •Flexor tendon repair and rehabilitation •PIPJ hyperextension injury •Thumb abduction injury •Ulna collateral injury •Fusion of DIPJ Format •High faculty: participant ratio •Practical skills training using cadavers, simulators and plastic bones •Lectures •Videos.

4th Advanced Resurfacing Course Het Pand, Ghent, Belgium, June 16-19, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kristof Willems, Ismar Healthcare, Duwijckstraat 17, 2500 Lier, Belgium; Telephone: +32 3 491 8275; Email: info{at}resurfacing-congress.com; Subjects/Keywords: hip, resurfacing, arthroplasty; Description: The Advanced Resurfacing Course aims to stimulate, educate, and instil the most advanced up-to-date information about resurfacing arthroplasty. A prestigious faculty showcases their experience exceeding 10,000 metal-on-metal hip resurfacing arthroplasty procedures combined! Experts address the newest techniques and bring updates on theory and practice about resurfacing arthroplasty, making it a not-to-miss forum for orthopaedic surgeons. During this interactive course lively discussions and Q&A sessions with participant voting are at the forefront of the sessions. Instrument /prostheses demonstrations and various workshops should increase knowledge of all resurfacing practitioners. Pertinent basic science and evidence-based elements are presented together with faculty’s practical experience in clinical and technical issues.

65th COA Annual Meeting, 44th CORS Annual Meeting, 36th CORA Annual Meeting Shaw Conference Center, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, June 17-20, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA); Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Trinity Wittman, 4150 St. Catherine St. West, Suite 360 Westmount, QC, Canada H3Z 2Y5; Telephone: 514-874-9003 ext. 4; Email: meetings{at}canorth.org; Subjects/Keywords: Orthopaedic; Description: Sharing best practices. Discovering the latest technologies and techniques. Networking with friends and colleagues. It’s what the COA’s Annual Meeting is all about. And Edmonton 2010 will be no exception. You can expect to find a broad range of instructional course lectures, symposia, podium and poster research presentations, debates and panel discussions, hands-on workshops, as well as our very popular tips-and-tricks sessions. We’ll also be offering a full subspecialty day as well as special emphasis on issues of interest to surgeons in community practice. Program Co-Chairs Drs. John Cinats (Edmonton) and Robert Korbyl (Red Deer) have focussed their efforts on producing a scientific program that is both relevant and valuable for everyone with an interest in orthopaedics in Canada. We’ve put together a program that will educate, challenge and inspire you. Follow one theme throughout the program, or sample courses and events as your interests dictate. We have something for everyone. June 17 – 20, 2010. Mark it off on your calendar. See you in Edmonton!

Amsterdam Foot and Ankle Course Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, Netherlands, June 24-25, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Reilingh, meibergdreef 9; Telephone: +31205662474; Email: m.l.reilingh{at}amc.nl; Subjects/Keywords: Amsterdam Foot and Ankle Course; Description: The Amsterdam Foot & Ankle Course was founded in 2000. Since then professionals from all over the world have participated. The annual courses focus on Minimal Invasive Surgery of the Hindfoot and Ankle, featuring Cadaver Lab Sessions, Lectures, Interactive Computer Courses, Live Surgery, a Live Clinical Demonstration, an Ankle Brace Workshop and a Fireside Quiz. Lectures are interactive and supported by a Wireless Interactive Voting System. The Hands-on Sessions in the Cadaver Lab present the latest techniques in Minimal Invasive Foot and Ankle Surgery. There is a national and international faculty. The course has a limited number of participants, allowing each participant ample opportunity to practice during the Cadaver Lab sessions and to interact with the faculty. The course has been approved by ISAKOS, ESSKA, and the Dutch Orthopaedic Association.

37th European Symposium on Calcified Tissues Glasgow, United Kingdom, June 26-30, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: European Calcified Tissue Society; Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: Amanda Sherwood, ECTS, PO Box 337, Patchway, Bristol BS32 4ZR, UK; Telephone: +44 (0) 1454 610255; Email: admin{at}ectsoc.org; Description: Delegates attending the meeting will be updated in the investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and in basic bone biology. The meeting will reflect the broad diversity of science and the latest in cutting-edge research in the field of bone and calcified tissues. Topics include investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and basic bone biology.

Shoulder & Elbow Conference Corfu, Greece, June 27-30, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Diana Thoeny, N/A; Telephone: N/A; Email: diana{at}learningandleisure.com.au; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder & Elbow Conference; Description: This meeting will follow-on from FESSH XV and will be convened by Dean Sotereanos from the USA. The conference will be divided into shoulder and elbow sessions to include reconstruction, arthroplasty, instability, sports and trauma. A series of interactive academic sessions will be coupled to discussion groups and workshops intended to extend participants' knowledge and surgical practice.

AO Principles in Operative Fracture Management Course for Surgeons Leeds University, Leeds, United Kingdom, June 28 - July 1, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK (AOUK); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kirsty Young, P O Box 328, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1YR; Telephone: 01707 823 343; Email: young.kirsty{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO; Description: The course is based upon a philosophy that good fracture management requires more than the practical skills required to ‘fix’ a fracture. The competent fracture surgeon should understand bone physiology, response to injury and the processes of repair. Good decision-making is the key to fracture management and interaction between participants and a large faculty during lectures, group discussion and practical sessions will help you develop these skills. Practical sessions involve the fixation of common diaphyseal and articular fractures on real size artificial bone models, using AO instruments and implants.

AO Advances in Operative Fracture Management Course for Surgeons Leeds University, Leeds, United Kingdom, June 29 - July 2, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK (AOUK); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kirsty Young, P O Box 328, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1YR; Telephone: 01707 823 343; Email: young.kirsty{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO; Description: Surgeons on the AO Advances Course will meet leading musculo-skeletal trauma surgeons from the UK and will learn state-of-the-art techniques in an intensive but enjoyable 4 days. The emphasis of the Advances Course is on the application of basic principles in the management of complex fractures using advanced surgical techniques. There is particular focus on evidence-based decision-making, improving clinical skills and dealing with complications. The course consists of 8 modules related to the latest advances in trauma surgery, covering topics such as the management of complex diaphyseal and articular fractures, the use of locking plates and modern concepts in the treatment of polytrauma. Short lectures, discussion sessions and interactive practical workshops allow direct contact with the overseas and UK faculty. Participants are encouraged to bring x-rays of their own cases and to share their ideas and experience in an informal setting. Participant Criteria Consultants, SpRs in years 3 – 6 and Staff Grade Surgeons involved in trauma management and who have completed an AO Principles Course are invited to apply for the AO Advances Course.

Conservative Hip Surgery The Royal College of Surgeons of England, London, United Kingdom, June 30, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: The Furlong Research Charitable Foundation (frcf); Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: Miss Amy Ryan, 10a Chandos Street, London, W1G 9DQ; Telephone: 020 7436 1919; Email: amy.ryan{at}frcf.org.uk; Description: The aim of this course is to provide core information on the diagnosis and treatment of hip disorders in young adults. There will be a lot of emphasis on the details of surgical treatment for themanagement of these conditions. An experienced national and international faculty will be on hand to discuss cases. Convenor: Mr Johan Witt FRCS (Orth) Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon.

July 2010

AO Principles in Operative Fracture Management Course for Surgeons Leeds University, Leeds, United Kingdom, July 5-8, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK (AOUK); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Kirsty Young, P O Box 328, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1YR; Telephone: 01707 823 343; Email: young.kirsty{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO; Description: The course is based upon a philosophy that good fracture management requires more than the practical skills required to ‘fix’ a fracture. The competent fracture surgeon should understand bone physiology, response to injury and the processes of repair. Good decision-making is the key to fracture management and interaction between participants and a large faculty during lectures, group discussion and practical sessions will help you develop these skills. Practical sessions involve the fixation of common diaphyseal and articular fractures on real size artificial bone models, using AO instruments and implants.

2. Tegernseer Schulter- und Ellenbogenkurs Hanns Seidel Stiftung, Wildbad Kreuth, Germany, July 18-21, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Intercongress Registration Service, Karlsruher Str. 3, D-79108 Freiburg; Telephone: +49 761 696 99-0; Email: info.freiburg{at}intercongress.de; Description: Lectures and workshops on shoulder and elbow surgery (arthroscopy and prothetics): • rotator cuff • diagnostics • prothetics • elbow • shoulder instability • clavicle and fracture of the proximal humerus (ball). Congress presidents: Ulrich Brunner, MD, PhD Unfall-, Schulter- und Handchirurgie Krankenhaus Agatharied, Hausham. Ernst Wiedemann, MD, PhD Schulter- und Ellenbogenchirurgie Sana Klinik München. Location: Hanns Seidel Stiftung, Bildungszentrum Wildbad Kreuth, 83708 Wildbad Kreuth. Online registration: www.registration.intercongress.de. Industrial Exhibition: Intercongress GmbH Lisa Heil Wilhelmstr. 7 65185 Wiesbaden Phone: +49 (0) 611 977 16-30 Fax: +49 (0) 611 977 16-16 E-Mail: lisa.heil@intercongress.de www.intercongress.de

August 2010

FRCS Orth Important Paper Course Hillingdon Prince Hotel, Reading, United Kingdom, August 21, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: FrcsOrth.co.uk; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sandy, PO Box 8083 Reading RG6 9GZ; Telephone: 0845 6439597; Email: contact{at}medskills.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS Orth evidence based important paper course; Description: This one day course is aimed at trainees who are preparing for FRCS Trauma and Orth examinations. There are milestone and important papers in most of the topics. Once you have mastered them, it will help you to provide evidence-based answers. The course will cover the appropriate reviews, randomized control trials, classical papers and evidence base for treatment options. It is also aimed at Orthopaedic surgeons (Consultant, Associate specialist, Staff grade surgeon) who wish to update their clinical based evidence knowledge in Orthopaedic surgery. The course will also be helpful to the junior Orthopaedic trainees, who have just entered the training programme.

September 2010

6th International Muscle Symposium Campus of the University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria, September 2-4, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Hedwig Schulz, Alser Strasse 4, 1090 Vienna, Austria; Telephone: +43 1 405 13 83-19; Email: hedwig.schulz{at}medacad.org; Subjects/Keywords: Plastic Surgery; Description: Topics: • Basic and experimental research on muscle transplantation • Factors with influence on regeneration • Morphology and choice of muscle transplants • Neurotization of the muscle • Neuromuscular reconstructions in the paralyzed face • Functional muscle transplantation in the extremities • Reconstruction of sphincter muscle function • Functional electrostimulation • Imaging and analysis of neuromuscular function • New indications for functional muscle transplantation • Bionic concepts • Free papers Language: The official language of the symposium will be English.

29th Annual Meeting of the European Bone and Joint Infection Society (EBJIS) Kongresshotel Stadthale, Heidelberg, Germany, September 2-4, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: European Bone and Joint Infection Society (EBJIS); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Information, Organisation, Registration, Intercongress GmbH, Karlsruher Str. 3, DE-79108 Freiburg, Germany; Telephone: +49 761 696 99-0; Email: info.freiburg{at}intercongress.de; Subjects/Keywords: virology, infectology, surgery, orthopedics; Description: TOPICS: - Basic Science: Infection, Biofilm, Microbiology, Host Defence etc. -Treatment of acute Osteomyelitis -Septic non-union -Update on Antibiotic Therapy: new Antibiotics, multi-resistent Microorganisms etc. -Current Topics in infected Arthroplasty -Joint Infections -Diabetic Foot -Free Papers CHAIR: Heppert, Volkmar, MD BG-Unfallklinik Ludwigshafen Dpt. of Bone – Joint –and Prostheses Infections

Casting Techniques For Specialist Registrars and SHOs Bradford Royal Infirmary Orthopaedic Department, Bradford, United Kingdom, September 3, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Teaching Education And Connections In Healthcare (TEACH); Type of Event: Workshop; Contact: Anne Petty, PO Box 720, Halifax, HX3 7HS; Telephone: 07796 606939; Email: enquiries{at}orthoteach.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Casting Techniques for SHOs & Specialist Registrars, SAC Requirement, Focussed Rigidity Casting, Orthopaedics, Trauma, BOA, BCC; Description: This one-day course fulfils the SAC requirement for Specialist Registrar training, containing a panel of lecturers who both hold a BCC and regularly teach the BCC to others. This is a practical workshop based course, detailing the high standards necessary in this environment to maximise safe patient care and reduce iatrogenic problems. Topics covered will include: material choice (including PoP and synthetic), cast padding, use of equipment and the practical application of various casts. The course will end with a full panel Q&A Troubleshooting Session. The Course costs Ł150 per student.

11th International Congress on Shoulder & Elbow Surgery (ICSES) Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), Edinburgh, United Kingdom, September 5-8, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: International Board for Shoulder & Elbow Surgery (IBSES); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Fiona McGillivray, ICSES 2010 Ltd, Conference Secretariat, Meeting Makers, Jordanhill Campus, 76 Southbrae Drive, Glasgow G13 1PP; Telephone: +441414341500; Email: fiona{at}meetingmakers.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder and Elbow Surgery; Shoulder and Elbow Therapists; Description: This is the triennial International Meeting for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery and for Shoulder and Elbow Therapists. The 10th Congress was in Brasil in 2007 and the 12th Congress will be in Japan in 2013. Full details are on the website. Closing date for Abstract submissions = 19th March 2010.

BOA Annual Congress - 12th Combined Associations Meeting Venue to be advised, Glasgow, United Kingdom, September 13-17, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: David Adams, 35-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, London WC2N 3PN; Telephone: 020 7405 6507; Email: d.adams{at}boa.ac.uk; Description: Please see the website for further details.

FRCS (Tr & Orth) preparation: Evidence base (Important papers ) One day course Reading, Berkshire Comfort Inn Reading 39, Christchurch Road, Reading. RG2 7AN, Reading, United Kingdom, September 18, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Medical-course; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sandy, PO box : 8083 Reading RG6 9GZ (United Kingdom); Telephone: 0845 6439597 ( 9am to 6pm only ); Email: Contact{at}MedSkills.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS Orth preparation Important papers; Description: There are milestone and important papers in most of the topics. Once you have mastered them, it will help you in providing an evidence based answer. This one day course is aimed at trainees who are preparing for FRCS Trauma and Orth examination. The course will cover the appropriate reviews, randomized control trials, classical papers and evidence base for treatment options. It is also aimed for Orthopaedic surgeons who want to update their clinical based evidence knowledge in Orthopaedic surgery.

10th International Meeting on Cancer-Induced Bone Disease Cutlers' Hall, Sheffield, United Kingdom, September 22-25, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Cancer and Bone Society (CABS); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Janet Crompton, Sheffield, UK; Telephone: +44 (0)1453 549929; Email: janet{at}janet-crompton.com; Subjects/Keywords: bone cancer osteoporosis myeloma radiation imaging; Description: Despite exciting recent advances there is still much to discover about the effects of cancers and cancer treatments on bone and mineral homeostasis. The Conference will bring together leading clinicians and researchers with expertise in bone metastases and bone and cancer cell biology, and will include presentations by internationally known experts, and oral and poster presentations by authors selected from submitted abstracts.

October 2010

Australian Orthopaedic Association Annual Meeting Adelaide, Australia, October 10-15, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Course Organiser, AOA, Ground Floor, William Bland Centre, 229 Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia; Telephone: +612 9233 3018; Email: admin{at}aoa.org.au

AO Hand Fixation Courses Weetwood Hall, Leeds, United Kingdom, October 11-13, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road; Telephone: +44 1707 823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO hand; Description: The hand course will cover; 1) Selection and application of techniques and implants for fracture stabilisation; 2) Use of specialised plates including the condylar blade plates and T-plates; 3) Principles and application of external fixation in the hand; 4) Small joint arthrodesis; 5) Reconstruction of malunion and nonunion.

AO Wrist Fixation Course Weetwood Hall, Leeds, United Kingdom, October 14-15, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: AOUK; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Tom Grover, 20 Tewin Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1LG; Telephone: +44 1707 823310; Email: tom.grover{at}ao-courses.com; Subjects/Keywords: AO wrist; Description: The wrist course will cover; 1) Wrist anatomy and biomechanics; 2) Distal radius fractures; 3) Techniques of Kirschner wiring; 4) External fixation and internal fixation using the AO locking distal radius plating system; 5) Distal radio-ulnar joint injuries and post traumatic problems ; 6) Fixation of fractures of the distal ulna; 7) Scaphoid fracture fixation; 8) Treatment of acute ligament injuries; 9) Principles of total and partial wrist fusion and application of the AO wrist fusion plate

FRCS (Tr & Orth) one day viva course Hillingdon Prince Hotel, 39 Christchurch Road, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, October 16, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Medical-course; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sandy, Medical-course, PO Box 8083 Reading RG6 9GZ; Telephone: 0845 6439597; Email: contact{at}medskills.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS Orth viva preparation; Description: One day FRCS Orth viva course is designed for candidates going for the examination within the next few weeks. It aims to give the candidates a feel of the examination situation, the standard they need to achieve and the confidence they require. The viva topics to be covered are: Basic science( including microbiology, theatre design, biomaterials, biomechanics and statistics), Adult pathology, Hand, Paediatrics, Trauma and Surgical approaches.

ANATOMY & SURGICAL EXPOSURES IN ORTHOPAEDICS Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, United Kingdom, October 21-22, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Institute of Orthopaedics (RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7AG; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: alison.whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: ANATOMY & SURGICAL EXPOSURES IN ORTHOPAEDICS; Description: This two day course will cover the basics of anatomy and surgical exposures in Orthopaedics. The programme includes demonstrations on cadaveric prosection in the upper limb, lower limb and the spine. The faculty includes senior consultants specialising in the respective areas from the RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital. Target Audience: All levels of Orthopaedic Trainees. This is a popular course and places are limited to 30 delegates only. Course Fee Ł300

German Congress of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery Messe / ICC, Berlin, Germany, October 26-29, 2010: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Information, Intercongress GmbH, WIlhelmstr. 7, DE-65185 Wiesbaden; Telephone: +49 611 97716-0; Email: orthopaedie-unfallchirurgie{at}intercongress.de; Subjects/Keywords: Innovation, Safety, Reliability; Description: 96th Annual Conference of the German Society of Orthopedic Surgery/DGOOC, 74th Annual Meeting of the German Society of Trauma Surgery/DGU, 51th Annual Conference of the Professional Association of Orthopedic Specialists and Surgeons/BVOU CHAIR: Frank, Daniel, MD, Remigius Hospital Leverkusen, Germany / Goette, Siegfrid, MD,Professional Association of Orthopedic Specialists and Surgeons, BVOU, Berlin / Suedkamp, Norbert, MD, PhD, University Hospital of Freiburg, Germany PARTICIPANTS: 7.000 / INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION: 5.000 sqm, 230 exhibitors

November 2010

16th Annual Principles of Fracture Management Course Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester, United Kingdom, November 15-19, 2010: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Elaine James, University Department of Health Sciences, Clinical Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinical Sciences Unit, Off Ward 11, Leicester General Hospital, Gwendolen Road, Leicester, LE5 4PW; Telephone: 0116 2584702; Email: ej9{at}le.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Orthopaedic Surgery; Description: Now in its 16th year, this highly popular five-day course offers a comprehensive overview of fracture management for Trainees about to commence a career in Orthopaedic Surgery. This course has also proved useful to nurses, physiotherapists and ODP's undertaking extended roles in the context of musculoskeletal trauma care. General Practitioners undertaking musculoskeletal trauma clinics have also found this course useful. In addition to lectures it offers 'hands on' fracture fixation, practical sessions and demonstrations of human anatomy.

ORTHOPAEDIC ANATOMY COURSE FOR JUNIOR SURGICAL TRAINEES Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, United Kingdom, November 18, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Institute of Orthopaedics, Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital (RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Arthritis Research Centre, Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7AG; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: alison.whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: ANATOMY COURSE; Description: A one day intensive course with spine lecture and lectures and cadaveric dissections on the upper limb and lower limb has been arranged for junior surgical trainees. Course fee Ł150 (inclusive of all refreshments)

December 2010

Current Concepts in Joint Replacement - Winter 2010 Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, FL, United Kingdom, December 8-11, 2010: Sponsoring Organization: Current Concepts Institute (CCI); Type of Event: Course; Contact: A. Seth Greenwald, D.Phil.(Oxon), 12655 Ward Drive; Telephone: 216-295-1900; Email: info{at}ccjr.com; Subjects/Keywords: orthopaedics, joint replacement, CCJR, Greenwald; Description: 27th Annual Current Concepts in Joint Replacement - Winter. This internationally recognized event, sponsored by the Current Concepts Institute, is the largest Continuing Medical Education program focusing on joint arthroplasty. The course is open to orthopaedic surgeons, residents, nurses, and members of the orthopaedic and allied health industries. It will run two full days and one half day with the primary focus on contemporary problems of hip and knee arthroplasty, inclusive of joint trauma and emerging technologies.

May 2011

3rd Joint Meeting of the European Calcified Tissue Society and the International Bone and Mineral Society Megaron, Athens, Greece, May 7-11, 2011: Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: Amanda Sherwood, PO Box 377, Patchway Bristol UK; Telephone: +44 (0)1454 610255; Email: admin{at}ectsoc.org; Subjects/Keywords: Calcified Tissues; Description: Delegates attending the meeting will be updated in the investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and in basic bone biology. The meeting will reflect the broad diversity of science and the latest in cutting-edge research in the field of bone and calcified tissues. Topics include investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and basic bone biology

June 2011

12th EFORT Congress Bella Center, Copenhagen, Denmark, June 1-4, 2011: Sponsoring Organization: EFORT; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Sabrina Wolf, Congress & Event Coordinator, Technoparkstrasse, 1 1 8005 Zürich, Switzerland; Telephone: +41 (44)448 4400; Email: sabrina.wolf{at}efort.org

May 2012

39th European Symposium on Calcified Tissues Stockholm, Sweden, May 19-23, 2012: Sponsoring Organization: European Calcified Tissue Society (ECTS); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Amanda Sherwood, PO Box 377, Patchway Bristol UK; Telephone: +44 (0)1454 610255; Email: admin{at}ectsoc.org; Description: Delegates attending the meeting will be updated in the investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and in basic bone biology. The meeting will reflect the broad diversity of science and the latest in cutting-edge research in the field of bone and calcified tissues. Topics include investigative, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of metabolic bone disorders and basic bone biology

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