2020 Castellvi Spine Symposium

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Castellvi Spine Symposium is designed for surgeons and non-operative clinicians with specific interest in disorders of the spine. Distinguished faculty will present the latest advances in the field. Topics covered will include stem cell therapy, complex reconstruction, artificial disc replacement, use of biologics, spine biomechanics, management of complications, treatment modalities for osteoporosis, and emerging technologies.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, fellows, residents, and medical professionals whose scope of practice includes spine.

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Assess and Critique emerging techniques in comparison to current treatment options
Discuss adult deformity and complications
Understand the use of lumbar techniques in spine surgery
Employ useful surgical techniques in total disc replacement surgery
Apply decision making strategies to complex cervical and lumbar degenerative disc disease procedures