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October 2008

Pg Cert Orthopaedic Management University of Salford, Salford, Manchester, United Kingdom, October 2, 2008 - January 4, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: University of Salford (UoS); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sue Buttress, University of Salford, Salford, Manchester M6 6PU; Telephone: 0161 296 0032; Email: s.buttress{at}salford.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: orthopaedic; Description: This new part-time course is aimed at medical orthopaedic trainees, GPs and Specialist Orthopaedic Therapy Practitioners wishing to wishing to further their assessment and management of patients with complex orthopaedic disorders. The course will cover: - Clinical assessment of complex upper and lower limb disorders - Differential diagnosis - Biomechanics - Principles of non-operative management - Diagnostic investigations (x-ray, MSK ultrasound etc) - Selective pre and post-operative surgery - Principles of splinting and orthotics - Sports injury related disorders - Rehabilitation strategies

November 2008

Upper Limb Applied Anatomy - In Byte Size Chunks BIR, London, United Kingdom, November 18, 2008 - February 25, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: The British Institute of Radiology (BIR); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Lorraine Williams, BIR, 36 Portland Place, London, W1B 1AT; Telephone: +44 (0)20 7307 1411; Email: registrations{at}bir.org.uk; Subjects/Keywords: anatomy, upper limb, shoulder, brachial plexus, elbow, hand, wrist, osteology, radiological appearances, surgical and athroscopic correlation; Description: The interface of Anatomy encountered by practitioners has been revolutionised with the advent of modern imaging. The traditional descriptive approach of the past has largely been replaced by cross-sectional representation in two and three-dimensional form. This meeting aims to present an imaging approach to upper limb anatomy whilst maintaining the infrastructure of descriptive anatomy. The meeting, in three sections, covers Shoulder & Brachial plexus, Elbow and the Hand & Wrist. Discussions will include Osteology, Radiological appearances and Surgical & Athroscopic correlation. Registration Fees: BIR Member: Ł108, BIR Associate Member: Ł142, BIR Trainee Member: Ł48, Non BIR Member: Ł175, Retired: Ł48, For further information and a full programme please visit our website, www.bir.org.uk or contact us on E: registrations@bir.org.uk, T: +44 (0)20 7307 1411.

The 3rd Paris Cadaveric Course: Anatomy of Surgical Approaches to the Shoulder and Elbow Centre du Don des Corps, Paris, France, November 20-22, 2008: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Siobhan Thwaits, Finsbury Orthopaedics, 13 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7BA; Telephone: +44(0)1372 360 830; Email: events{at}finsbury.org; Subjects/Keywords: Shoulder and Elbow; Description: An instructional course for Consultants to familiarise participants with the anatomy of the extensile surgical exposure of the upper limb from supraclavicular brachial plexus to the elbow.

The Chertsey Ilizarov course Asford Hospital, Middlesex, Ashford, United Kingdom, November 24, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: Orthosolutions; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Ingrid Shears, St Peter's Hospital Chertsey; Telephone: 01932 722604; Email: ingrid.shears{at}asph.nhs.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Dry bone work shops; Description: Fine wire Ilizarov Course All techniques and indications such as deformity correction, treatment of bone loss, complex fractures High Faculty to participant ratio Hands on

The 9th Wexham Park Cruciate Meeting The John Lister Postgraduate Centre, Wexham Park Hospital, Slough, SL2 4HL, United Kingdom, November 25-26, 2008: Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Sabiha Mughal, Wexham Park Hospital; Telephone: +44 (0) 1753634383; Email: Sabiha.Mughal{at}hwph-tr.nhs.uk; Description: Topics to be covered will include: All aspects of ACL and PCL Articular Cartilage Injury and Management Mensical Injury and Management Posterolateral Injuries Complex Instabilities Allografts Role of Osteotomy in Instability Covener Robin Allum FRCS

1st UK Regional Hip Resurfacing Course, Midlands Region New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, November 27, 2008: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Siobhan Thwaits, Finsbury Orthopaedics, 13 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7BA; Telephone: +44(0)1372 360 830; Email: events{at}finsbury.org; Subjects/Keywords: Hip Resufacing; Description: Hosted by Mr Eric S Isbister BSc, MB ChB, FRCS, FRCS (Orth) at New Cross Hospital Wolverhampton, this is a one day course for Senior Specialist Registras.

Casting Techniques For SHOs & Specialist Registrars Bradford Royal Infirmary, Bradford, United Kingdom, November 28, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: Training, 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.

December 2008

Doctors in Court The Royal Society of Medicine, ! WImpole Street, London, United Kingdom, December 1-2, 2008: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Miss Chandni Kohar, The Royal Society of Medicin, 1 Wimpole Street, London W1G 0AE; Telephone: 02072902965; Email: chandni.kohar{at}rsm.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Doctors in Court; Description: Dear Sir/Madam, The Royal Society of Medicine is organising a two day course in association with Bond Solon Training on Monday-Tuesday 1-2 December 2008 on Doctors in Court. The link to the conference is http://www.rsm.ac.uk/academ/docsincourt08.php. I wanted to know if you could help us publicise this event for ex. place a blurb on your website or list the conference in the 'Course' section or publicise internally to interested staff and members. Many thanks and if you have any queries or suggestions please don't hesitate to contact me. Kind regards

The Seventh Oswestry Foot & Ankle Course The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic and District Hospital NHS Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire, United Kingdom, December 1-3, 2008: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Institute Administrator, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic & District Hospital NHS Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7AG; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: Alison.Whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Description: The aim of this course is to provide participants with a core understanding of the management of common foot and ankle problems. Limited places available. Topics covered: Biomechanics and gait; Anatomy of the foot; the evaluation and treatment of common causes of forefoot; midfoot and hindfoot pain; the role of footwear and prosthetic devices in treating disorders; foot and ankle injuries; diabetic and neuromuscular disorders; foot tumours and arthroscopy of the ankle. Course fee Ł550 (includes refreshments and course dinner)

IOF World Congress on Osteoporosis Bangkok, United Kingdom, December 3-7, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: International Osteoporosis Foundation; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: IOF Congress Secretariat, 73, cours Albert Thomas, 69447 Lyon cedex 03, France; Telephone: +33 4 72 91 41 77; Email: info{at}osteofound.org

Intensive Paediatric FRCS(Orth) Revision Course United Bristol Healthcare Trust Education Centre Marlborough Street Bristol BS2 8HW, Bristol, United Kingdom, December 4-5, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: University of Bristol (UoB); Type of Event: Other; Contact: Marilyn Ettery, Orthopaedic Surgery Level 4 Dolphin House Bristol Royal Infirmary Bristol BS2 8HW; Telephone: +44(0)117 342 0517; Email: marilyn.ettery{at}bristol.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Paediatrics relevant to FRCS(Orth) Examination; Description: Intensive interactive course in Paediatrics relevant to the FRCS(Orth) examination consisting of viva practice, clinical examination and key clinical topics

Tricks and Tips in Hand and Wrist Surgery Wrightington Conference Centre, Wigan, United Kingdom, December 4-5, 2008: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Mavis Luya, Wigan; Telephone: +44(0)1257-256248; Email: upperlimb{at}wrightington.org.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Hand and Wrist Surgery; Description: Over 20 short 15 minute talks on hot tops and tricks in all aspects of hand and wrist surgery. A strong emphasis will be based on operative tips tp improve technique. Two key lectures by well known surgeons on 'How my practice has changed and why?" Two round table sessions are arranged where the panel will discuss difficult cases you may wish to bring with you. For more information, visit: www.wrighton.com (Education) www.wiganleigh.nhs.uk (Our hospitals, Wrightinton. Forthcoming Courses)

10th AE-Congress - Endoprosthetic of the hip “state of the art” Gutenbergsaal at the Congress Centrum Mainz/Rheingoldhalle, Mainz, United Kingdom, December 5-6, 2008: Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Andrea Trautwein, Oltmannsstrasse 5, 79100 Freiburg; Telephone: +49 761 4564-7666; Email: a.trautwein{at}ae-germany.com; Subjects/Keywords: surgery, orthopaedics, traumatology, sports medicine, rheumatology; Description:
Main subjects:
- basics - acetabulum - prosthesis shaft - revision operations of the acetabulum - revision operations of the shaft
Congress Presidents:
Peter Kirschner, MD, PhD, Former head physician, and Michael Wagner, MD, PhD, Head physician, Katholisches Klinikum Mainz, Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, An der Goldgrube 11, 55131 Mainz, Germany

Current Concepts in Joint Replacement - Winter 2008 Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, Orlando, FL, United States, December 10-13, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: Current Concepts Institute (CCI); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: A. Seth Greenwald, D.Phil.(Oxon), PMB 295, 14837 Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH 44107, USA; Telephone: (+1) 216-295-1900; Email: info{at}ccjr.com; Subjects/Keywords: orthopaedics, joint replacement, CCJR, Greenwald; Description: 25th 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 for 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.

Annual Course and Congress Paris, France, December 11-13, 2008: Sponsoring Organization: Société Francaise D'Arthroscopie; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Dr Philippe Colombet (Scientific Secretary), Clinque Du Sport 9 rue Jean Moulin 33700 Merignac; Telephone: 33 (0) 556121451; Email: philippe.colombet5{at}wanadoo.fr; Description: Symposia, Lectures, Instructional Courses, Meet and Meal with Experts, Oral Presentations, Mini-Battle Session, Current Concept Session, Interactive Session, How To Write A Scientific Paper, SFA-SFAR Session, Videoflash Session, Cyberspace, State Of The Art Session, O.R. Nurses Day, Physiotherapists Day.

January 2009

Oswestry Intensive Course in Basic Science in Orthopaedics The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic and District Hospital NHS Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire, United Kingdom, January 4-9, 2009: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Whitelaw, Institute Administrator, The Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic & District Hospital NHS Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY10 7AG; Telephone: 01691 404661; Email: Alison.Whitelaw{at}rjah.nhs.uk; Description: This intensive course which covers basic science in orthopaedics is of particular value to those sitting the Intercollegiate Board Examination in Orthopaedic Surgery. Topics covered include: Biomechanics, Biomaterials, Bone & Cartilage Biology, Bone Tumours & Pathology, Metabolic Bone Disease, Fracture Healing, Microbiology, Neurophysiology, Orthotics & Prosthetics, Principles of Radiological Investigation, Statistics, Viva Sessions. The course fee is inclusive of the Basic Science for FRCS (T&O) Book, Orthopaedic Classifications & Radiological Measurements Book and Statistics Manual, Course Dinner and all refreshments.

South West FRCS(Orth) Course Orthopaedic Library Level 5 Bristol Royal Infirmary Marlborough Street BS2 8HW, Bristol, United Kingdom, January 14-16, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: University of Bristol (UoB); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Marilyn Ettery, Orthopaedic Surgery Level 4 Dolphin House Bristol Royal Infirmary Bristol BS2 8HW; Telephone: +44(0)117 342 0517; Email: marilyn.ettery{at}bristol.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Intensive course for FRCS(Orth) Examination; Description: Intensive clinical and viva course to assist in preparation for the FRCS(Orth) Examination

FRCSOrthExam Education: Important papers in Orthopaedics Post-graduate Centre, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, January 16, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: FRCSOrthExam Education (Turning Point); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Himanshu Sharma, FRCSOrthExam Education, 44 Abercorn Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 6NA, UK.; Telephone: 01412115402 (Debbie Clearie); Email: wardround{at}yahoo.co.uk; Description: Evidence based medicine, Important papers, Trauma, Orthopaedic Surgery. Description: One way to enhance your chances of scoring high-grades in the FRCS(Tr & Orth) Part II Examination is to know important papers in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery. By providing evidence-based answers to justify your treatment plans or to support tackling clinical or technical issues in the day-to-day management of orthopaedic problems, you should be able to cross-compensate in the vivas and clinicals. This one day course is aimed at FRCSOrth trainees and non-training Orthopaedic middle grades who are about to take their Part II examination. It would cover important RCTs, classic papers, problem based evidences for treatment options and part-specific papers in Orthopaedics to quote in the examination. Course Fee: Ł100

FRCSOrthExam Education: One day vivas Walton Conference Centre, Southern General Hospital, Glasgow, United Kingdom, January 17, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: FRCSOrthExam Education (Turning Point) (Turning Point); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Himanshu Sharma,, FRCSOrthExam Education, 44 Abercorn Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 6NA, UK.; Telephone: 01412115402 (Debbie Clearie); Email: wardround{at}yahoo.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS(Tr & Orth), Part II, Vivas; Description: This intensive one day viva course covers a mixture of interactive vivas on ‘difficult orthopaedics’, spotter shows, ‘hot-seat’ viva and mock examinations. The course is designed to provide the trainee with a comprehensive update on Basic sciences, Adult pathology, Trauma, Hands & Paediatrics. The candidates sitting the Part II examination immediately following the course will be given preference. The course fee is Ł200 only including lunch.

FRCSOrthExam Education: Hands & Paeds Refresher Course Walton Conference Centre, Southern General Hospital, Glasgow, United Kingdom, January 18, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: FRCSOrthExam Education (Turning Point) (Turning Point); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Himanshu Sharma,, FRCSOrthExam Education, 44 Abercorn Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 6NA, UK.; Telephone: 01412115402 (Debbie Clearie); Email: wardround{at}yahoo.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS(Tr & Orth), Part II Examination, Hands, Paediatric Orthopaedics, Mock Viva; Description: This intensive one day course covers a mixture of interactive lectures and mock vivas on 20 most commonly asked topics on Hands and Paediatric Orthopaedics. All the interactive lectures are prepared with regard to the FRCS(Tr & Orth) Part II Examination needs. The subject matter will be themed on ‘what you must know’! ‘What you should know’!! ‘What you may know’!!! and important relevant papers on Hands and Paeds. The course fee is Ł200 only.

Basic Skills in Hand Surgery The Royal College of Surgeons of England, London, United Kingdom, January 19-21, 2009: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Plastic Surgery Course Assistant, 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 Fee: Ł1250

Basic Skills in Hand Surgery The Royal College of Surgeons of England, London, United Kingdom, January 19-21, 2009: 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. Fee: Ł1250

Basic Hip Arthroplasty Course Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Bristol, United Kingdom, January 21, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Univeristy 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: 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 and cementless stems and cemented and cementless acetabulae. An important 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. Distance learning material will be sent to each delegate before the course to increase background knowledge and reduce the number of lectures required on the course itself

Basic Knee Arthroplasty Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Bristol, United Kingdom, January 22, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Unviersity 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: Knee Arthroplasty; 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. Distance learning material will be sent to each delegate before the course to increase background knowledge and reduce the number of lectures required on the course itself.

Hip, Ankle and Wrist Course Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom, January 22-23, 2009: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Margaret Cooper, RCPSG Glasgow G2 5RJ; Telephone: 0141 227 3236; Email: mgt.cooper{at}rcpsg.ac.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Hip Ankle Wrist; Description: A joint venture with RCSEd and RCSEng. This course is intended for doctors who have decided to pursue a career in orthopaedic and trauma surgery. The course includes practical work on plastic bones that is intended to develop skill in using a sliding hip screw. Surgical approaches to anatomy will be covered using pro-sections and there is an extensive question/answer section that should develop clinical judgement. The course will be of most benefit to those with up to 2 years orthopaedic experience

The Great Debate - Early Intervention in the Hip and Knee The Science Museum, London, United Kingdom, January 23-24, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Finsbury Orthopaedics; Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Sarah Crosby, 13 Mole Business Park, Randalls Rd, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8AS; Telephone: +44 (0)1372 360830; Email: sarah.crosby{at}finsbury.org; Subjects/Keywords: Early Intervention in the Hip and Knee; Description: The Great Debate is an educational meeting aimed at exploring the current and developing issues surrounding early intervention in osteo-arthritis. Over this one and a half day meeting approximately 13 debates will unfold featuring input from an array of internationally known and respected key opinion leading surgeons. The theme of the meeting is interaction. Handsets are distributed to all delegates and can be used to vote on the developing issues. Anonymous, live polls of opinion will be broadcast on the IMAX screens allowing delegates to see where they stand in the group: Progressive, performing a small procedure early on; or conservative, avoiding an operation but undertaking a more serious procedure later on? The meeting is chaired by Professor Justin Cobb of Imperial College London and is held at the atmospheric IMAX Theatre in The Science Museum.

FRCS (Tr & Orth) one day viva course Comfort Inn Hotel, 39 Christchurch Road, RG, Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, January 24, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Medical-course; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Sandy, Medical-course; 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.

RCN Rheumatology Nursing Forum annual conference and exhibition Queens Hotel, Leeds, United Kingdom, January 26-27, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Royal College of Nursing (RCN); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Laura Benfield, 20 Cavendish Square; Telephone: 0207 647 3591; Email: laura.benfield{at}rcn.org.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Rheumatology; Description: Survival skills for the novice and advanced rheumatology professional

13th International Argospine Symposium Maison des Arts & Métiers, Paris, France, January 29-30, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Colloquium; Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: Colloquium, 12, rue de la Croix Faubin 75011 Paris - France; Telephone: +33 1 44 64 15 15; Email: argospine{at}colloquium.fr; Subjects/Keywords: Spine Surgery and Advances in Medical Imaging; Description: - 250 to 300 participants from more than 30 countries - Exploring spine surgery (in the broad sense of the term) - Interactive discussions between speakers and attendees following the presentations - Anonymous electronic voting system - Convivial and collegial atmosphere - Venue with a lot of character and charm - English-speaking congress - Accredited provider of Continual Medical Education (CME)

February 2009

IMUKA 2009 MECC, Maastricht, Netherlands, February 4-6, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: IMA (Stichting); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: N.P. Kort, Kanaalstraat 10; Telephone: 31-6-51209221; Email: n.kort{at}imuka.eu; Subjects/Keywords: International Meeting on early intervention for Unicompartmental Knee Arthritis; Description: It is our pleasure to announce the International Meeting on early intervention for Unicompartmental Knee Arthritis (IMUKA) to be held 4, 5 and 6 February 2009 at the Maastricht Exhibition & Conference Centre (MECC) in Maastricht, the Netherlands. IMUKA 2009 invites you to participate in the International Meeting on early intervention for Unicompartmental Knee Arthritis. We will offer a balanced scientific programme with interesting and attractive topics and speakers. The battles on Friday morning will be one of the most spectacular events. The main topics will be conservative treatment, arthroscopy and biologics, osteotomy and joint replacement. This conference is sure to be a major event on the orthopaedic calendar. It will feature some of the top specialists in subjects that concern all of us. We believe that participating in this prestigious event will stimulate, educate, and equip you with the most advanced and up to date information in respect to treatment of unicompartmental knee arthritis. During the event sponsors will have the opportunity to present their products in a separate location during the instructional courses on Thursday afternoon. We hope that the scientific program and our hospitality match your expectations and we can spend enjoyable days together. We look forward to welcoming you at the International Meeting on early intervention for Unicompartmental Knee Arthritis 2009 in Maastricht! Yours sincerely, IMUKA 2009 Chairman International Meeting Arthritis (IMA) Nanne P. Kort, MD, PhD Orthopaedic Surgeon

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Las Vegas, NV, United Kingdom, February 5 - March 1, 2009: Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Course Organiser, 6300 North River Road, Rosemont, Illinois 60018-4262; Telephone: 800-346-2267; Email: meeting{at}aaos.org

Santander Arthroscopy and Sports Hip Meeting Palacio de La Magdalena, Santander, Spain, February 5-6, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Learning Trauma Med; Type of Event: Meeting; Contact: Srta. Noelia, Avenida de Reina Victoria 6 bajo, 39004 Santander, Spain; Telephone: Tel/Fax: +34 942 363 827; Email: info{at}organniza.es; Subjects/Keywords: Hip arthroscopy; Description: Two day meeting with the following topics:
Physical and radiological examination. • Hip arthroscopy: indications, positioning, portals, basic techniques, and complications. • Arthroscopic anatomy of the hip. • Acetabular labral injuries of the hip. • Instability. • Femoro-acetabular impingement. • Getting back to activity. • Revision hip arthroscopy. • Ligamentum teres. • Extra-articular groin pain and peritrochanteric space disorders in the hip. • The diagnosis and treatment of chondral injuries. • Prosthetic reconstrucion. • Unique and unexpected lesions in the hip. • Videoflash session in hip arthroscopy: - Advice • Workshops: - Hip Arthroscopy - Resurfacing

The Paediatric Hand. Special emphasis on paediatric traumas and infections, tumors, congenital differences spasticity Genval, Brussels, Belgium, February 6-7, 2009: Type of Event: Symposium; Contact: F. Schuind, Erasme University Hospital, 808 route de Lennik, B-1070 Brussels, Belgium; Telephone: +3225556844/3645/3691; Email: Hand.congress{at}ulb.ac.be; Description: Specific Aims of the Symposium: to summarize the state of knowledge of foetal and paediatric development of the hand and upper extremity; to discuss new concepts and protocols of treatment of hand traumas, infections, tumors and congenital and neurological conditions; to discuss basic research as related to the paediatric hand including in teratology; to discuss rehabilitation and to determine the most appropriate methods for objective assessment of the results in children; to formulate on these bases recommendations to the medical community; to discuss unsolved problems and potential solutions; to explore future directions of investigation.

Intermediate Arthroscopy of the Shoulder Course Royal College of Surgeons, London, United Kingdom, February 9-10, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: DepuyMitek; Type of Event: Course; Contact: Alison Thomson, PO Box 1988, Simpson Parkway, Livingston, EH54 0AB; Telephone: 0044(0)1506594669; Email: Depuymitekprofed{at}ethgb.jnj.com; Subjects/Keywords: Intermediate Arthroscopy of the Shoulder; Description: A two day course with lectures, demonstrations and hands on workshops

Whole System Approach to Orthopaedic Services City Inn Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom, February 10, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: SBK Healthcare; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Amelia Tinsley, SBK Healthcare, 220 Vale Rd, Tonbridge, TN9 1SP; Telephone: 01732 373 072; Email: amelia.tinsley{at}sbk-healthcare.co.uk; Subjects/Keywords: Orthopaedic Collaborative approaches; Description: Adopting Collaborative Approaches to develop a seamless flow. Identify the successful modals and tools to work at the primary/secondary care interface.

March 2009

First World Congress on Spina Bifida Research and Care Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orland, FL, United States, March 15-18, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: Spina Bifida Association (SBA); Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Robin Austin, 4590 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 250; Telephone: 202.944.3285 ext. 29; Email: raustin{at}sbaa.org; Subjects/Keywords: spina bifida; Description: The Spina Bifida Association (SBA) is pleased to announce the First World Congress of Spina Bifida Research and Care. This meeting promises to be the premier forum for a unique gathering of international Spina Bifida researchers and care specialists. For the first time, the international leaders in the medical and scientific community from the fields of neurosurgery, neurology, neuropsychology, urology, orthopedics, epidemiology, and other specialties will come together to discuss the future of care for this challenging and complex birth defect.

The Furlong Cambridge Basic Science and Interactive Viva Course 2009 Magdalene College, Cambridge, United Kingdom, March 26-27, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: The Furlong Research Charitable Foundation (FRCF); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Amy Ryan, The Furlong Research Charitable Foundation, Lister House, 11-12 Wimpole Street, London W1G 9ST; Telephone: 020 7436 1919; Email: furlong{at}frcf.org.uk; Subjects/Keywords: FRCS (Orth) Revision Course; Description: A two day course to be held on the 26th and 27th of March 2009 at Magdalene College, Cambridge concentrating on the Basic Science elements required for the FRCS (Orth) examination. This will incorporate mock viva sessions.

Casting Techniques For SHOs & Specialist Registrars Bradford Royal infirmary, Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom, March 27, 2009: 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.

Hip Resurfacing Course Finsbury HQ, Leatherhead, United Kingdom, March 31, 2009: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Siobhan Thwaits, Finsbury Orthopaedics, 13 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7BA; Telephone: +44(0)1372 360 830; Email: events{at}finsbury.org; Subjects/Keywords: Hip Resurfacing; Description: The Hip Resurfacing Course aims to be an instructional course used to create a better understanding of hip resurfacing products and instruments. The course also comprises faculty led discussion and information on the management of specific cases.

April 2009

BASK 2009 Annual Meeting Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, April 2-3, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: British Association for Surgery of the Knee; Type of Event: Conference; Contact: Hazel Choules - Senior Administrator, 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; Subjects/Keywords: BASK 2009 Annual Meeting; Description: The British Association for Surgery of the Knee will be holding their annual meeting at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh on 2nd & 3rd April 2009, local host Mr Richard Nutton. Details and information regarding this meeting 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.

FRCSOrthExam Education: Important papers in Orthopaedics Post-graduate Centre, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom, April 17, 2009: Sponsoring Organization: FRCSOrthExam Education (Turning Point); Type of Event: Course; Contact: Himanshu Sharma, FRCSOrthExam Education, 44 Abercorn Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 6NA, UK.; Telephone: 01412115402 (Debbie Clearie); Email: wardround{at}yahoo.co.uk; Description: Evidence based medicine, Important papers, Trauma, Orthopaedic Surgery. Description: One way to enhance your chances of scoring high-grades in the FRCS(Tr & Orth) Part II Examination is to know important papers in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery. By providing evidence-based answers to justify your treatment plans or to support tackling clinical or technical issues in the day-to-day management of orthopaedic problems, you should be able to cross-compensate in the vivas and clinicals. This one day course is aimed at FRCSOrth trainees and non-training Orthopaedic middle grades who are about to take their Part II examination. It would cover important RCTs, classic papers, problem based evidences for treatment options and part-specific papers in Orthopaedics to quote in the examination. Course Fee: Ł100

Knee Kinematics and Arthroplasty: A Conversation with Michael Freeman Finsbury HQ, Leatherhead, United Kingdom, April 17, 2009: Type of Event: Course; Contact: Siobhan Thwaits, Finsbury Orthopaedics, 13 Mole Business Park, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7BA; Telephone: +44(0)1372 360 830; Email: events{at}finsbury.org; Subjects/Keywords: Knee Kinematics; Description: The Knee Kinematics and Arthroplasty Course is presented in the style of a university round-table discussion, with workshops held in the afternoon.

5th Barts and The London Intensive Basic Orthopaedic Sciences course The Royal London Hospital, London, United Kingdom, April 17-18, 2009