AO ASIF

Principles Course
Hand Course
December 1-6, 2001

Advanced, Experts Meet Experts,
Maxillofacial, and Spine Courses
December 9-14, 2001

FACULTY

CHAIRMEN

Principles Course

Paul Clifford, MD, FRCS
Jersey General Hospital
Jersey, United Kingdom

Richard Buckley, MD, FRCSC
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta

Peter Messmer, MD
Kantonsspital Basel
Basel, Switzerland

Advanced Course

Jorge Alonso, MD
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama

Christian Krettek, MD
Hannover Medical School
Hannover, Germany

Nikolaus Renner, MD
University of Basel
Aarau, Switzerland

Spine Interactive Courses

Max Aebi, MD
McGill University Health Center
Montreal, Quebec

Dante Marchesi, MD
McGill University Health Center
Montreal, Quebec

John K. O'Dowd, MD, FRCS
Guys & St. Thomas's Hospital
London, United Kingdom

Hand Course

Terry Axelrod, MD
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario

Renato Fricker, MD
Kantonsspital Winterthur
Winterthur, Switzerland

Klaus Lowka, MD
Zentrum for amb. Diagnostik und Chirurgie
Freiburg, Germany

Craniomaxillofacial Course

Beat Hammer, MD, DDS, PhD
Clinic for Maxillofacial Surgery
Basel, Switzerland

Rainer Schmelzeisen, MD, DDS
Albert-Ludwigs University
Freiburg, Germany

Experts Meet Experts Course

Christian Ryf, MD
Davos Hospital
Davos, Switzerland

Peter Holzach, MD
SportClinic
Zurich, Switzerland

Thomas Ruedi, MD, FACS
President, AO International
Davos, Switzerland

ORGANIZATION COMMITTEE

Peter Holzach, MD
SportClinic
Zurich, Switzerland

Christian Ryf, MD
Davos Hospital
Davos, Switzerland

Bruno Noesberger, MD
President
Swiss Association for the Study of Internal Fixation
Davos, Switzerland

Thomas Ruedi, MD, FACS
President
AO International
Davos, Switzerland

AO Center
Davos, Switzerland

AO ASIF Hand Course
Course Description

December 1 - 6

The course will concentrate on internal fixation of fractures, as well as bony reconstructive procedures, of the hand and wrist. An international faculty will present the relevant AO principles and surgical techniques.

The course will include practical exercises where plastic hand models, which include important soft tissue structures, will be used. This will help emphasize the importance of surgical approaches and soft tissue handling. Actual original implants and sets will be available for the fixation of the different types of fractures, osteotomies and fusions. During the various workshops the participants will be guided by the faculty members and by educational videotapes. Adequate time will be allowed throughout the course for discussion on the spectrum of stable fixation and exchange of opinions.

Enrollment in this Course is open to orthopaedic, plastic, and general surgeons who have completed an AO ASIF Principles Course.

Please bring x-rays and/or slides of problem cases for the group discussions, and be willing to actively participate.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this course participants should be able to:

Main Topics of Lectures and Practical Exercises:

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

AO ASIF Principles of Operative Fracture Treatment Course

December 1 - 6

The operative treatment of fractures and non-union; theoretical basis and practical principles.

The content of the basic course in 2001 will, like its predecessors, be based on an understanding of the AO principles of operative fracture treatment, including the techniques as applied to the patient with a musculoskeletal injury.

Before the course, each participant will be sent learning guides on the different methods of fracture stabilization for preparatory study. At Davos, the program will commence with a review of the basic principles of operative fracture care, including the AO principles, biology of healing bone, the influence of the soft tissue injury on fractures and the application of these principles to decision making and reduction techniques.

The spectrum of stability of fracture fixation will be examined through discussion, lectures and practical exercises. With an understanding of the principles of fracture healing, soft tissue injury and the various techniques of fracture fixation and their stability, decision making and preoperative planning are then introduced.

The management of fractures that are more commonly treated operatively is discussed based upon the principles that have been previously learned. Complications of fracture care and general topic relating to trauma management are introduced so that the participant has a broad understanding of the implications of fracture care and its problems.

There are also the traditional Davos features of "fireside chats," a live transmission of fracture surgery from the Davos hospital, and the opportunity to visit the AO Center in Davos.

The principal thrust of this course is not to advocate the treatment of all fractures by surgical fixation, but rather to help ensure that when surgery is carried out, it is done properly based upon principles, appropriate preoperative planning, and decision making.

Enrollment is open to orthopaedic and general surgeons.

Please bring x-rays and/or slides of problem cases for the group discussions, and be willing to actively participate.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this Course, the participant should be able to:

Preliminary Program

SUNDAY

Part 1: Principles of Fracture Care

A. Principle: The Behavior of Bone

B. Fracture Fixation:
Absolute Stability

Relative Stability

MONDAY

B. Fracture Fixation (continued)

C. Decision Making

Part 2: Principles of Operative Management of Common Fractures

Specific Fractures
Diaphyseal

TUESDAY

Specific Fractures: (continued)
Diaphyseal

Articular

WEDNESDAY

Specific Fractures: (continued)
Articular

Part 3: Live Surgery and Lecture by Guest of Honor

THURSDAY

Part 4: Special Fracture Problems

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

AO ASIF Advances in Fracture Management Course

December 9 - 14

The goal of this course is to update the already more experienced orthopaedic, trauma and general surgeons with the presently burning issues in modern fracture management.

The classical AO principles of stable internal fixation have and are undergoing considerable changes, at least in regard to diaphyseal fractures and operative approaches. Moreover, new techniques and implants are or will be available soon for even more comprehensive treatment modalities. The participants will be made familiar with the most recent ideas and achievements of the AO Group including computer navigation and fracture endoscopy.

Besides formal lectures that cover most of the standard topics of diahyseal and articular fractures, much emphasis will be given to the important aspects of soft tissue care, minimally invasive techniques, intraoperative tricks and hints as well as preoperative planning.

Many of the practical exercises will be performed on foam covered bone models, simulating the soft tissue envelope and rendering the workshops more realistic. There will be many opportunities for informal discussions and case presentations, which should encourage the most valuable exchange of experiences between the faculty and participants from all over the world.

The teaching modalities also include debates, panels, case presentations and small group fireside discussions. A sophisticated, interactive, electronic voting machine for each participant will allow a most lively interaction between faculty and audience. The outstanding and enthusiastic international faculty will provide the highest-level information exchange and plenty of options for stimulating discussions and skillful training.

Enrollment is open to orthopaedic, general and trauma surgeons who have successfully completed an AO ASIF Principles (previously titled Basic) Course and have a good basic knowledge and personal experience of operative fracture care.

Your active participation is essential and you are requested to bring x-rays and/or slides of problem cases for the discussions.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this Course participants should be able to:

Preliminary Program

MONDAY

AO Principles

New Developments

Future Technology

TUESDAY

DEBATES - Diaphyseal Fractures: How and when to fix them

DEBATES - Diaphyseal Fractures (others)

WEDNESDAY

DEBATES - Complex Fractures of the Proximal and Distal Femur

THURSDAY

Articular Fractures of the Upper Extremity

Complications and Secondary Reconstruction

FRIDAY

High energy injuries-lower extremities

High energy injuries - Pelvis

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

AO ASIF Experts Meet Experts Course

December 9 - 14

This new course format gives you the possibility to make your "own program". You have the opportunity to select one of the two sessions offered each day. When completing your registration form please indicate your preferred daily topic. It will be on a 'first come, first served basis'. Should the session be oversubscribed you will automatically be assigned to the alternative one.

Enrollment is open to surgeons who have attended an AO ASIF Advanced Course. Applicants to this course should be involved in trauma care at the consultant/specialist level. Please send a copy of your certificate with your registration.

All participants are requested to bring a minimum of two personal cases of failed fracture fixation or failed implant surgery for small group discussion.

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

Overview of sessions

Session 1 and Session 2 are conducted simultaneously. Please indicate your choices on the Registration form.

December 10 - 14Session 1Session 2
MondayInternal Fixator: a new principle (LCP)Computer Presentation
TuesdayOsteotomy IARI/ADI
WednesdayOsteotomy IIProximal Humerus
ThursdayPelvic & acetabulumWrist
FridayFoot & ankleNavigation

Objectives

At the conclusion of this course participants should be able to:

Preliminary Program

MONDAY

Session 1: Internal Fixator:
A new principle - Locking Compression Plate (LCP)

Lectures

Discussion

Practical Exercise

Discussion

Lectures

Session 2: Computer Presentation

This seminar is designed for surgeon educators who wish to be able to use computer presentation software to create and output audiovisual presentations. It will be based on the popular Microsoft PowerPoint 2000( presentation program, using the PC platform. This course is designed for surgeon educators who wish to use presentation computer software to create and output audiovisual presentations. It will be based on the popular Microsoft® PowerPoint 2000 presentation program, using the PC platform.

This course assumes that the participant is familiar with the use of a computer for basic business tasks such as word processing, using a mouse, finding a file, etc. No prior knowledge of PowerPoint will be assumed. Additionally, the acquisition of photo images and their manipulation using Adobe® Photoshop® will be explored. Toward the end of the course, the participants will complete a simple presentation exercise.

A small Faculty of surgeons, experienced in the use of computer presentation software, will conduct the course. Each pair of participants will work at a computer and the focus will be on hands-on activity. All material will be provided.

Distance learning material will be provided to all registered participants sufficiently in advance for them to have an understanding of the objectives and the simple techniques to be employed.

PowerPoint®

Photo Manipulation: Adobe® Photoshop®

TUESDAY

Session 1: Osteotomy I
Upper Arm

Hip and Proximal Femur

Session 2: Interaction with AO Research and Development

Objectives

WORKSHOP 1: Research Interactive

WORKSHOP 2: Reposition Hands-On

WORKSHOP 3: Update in Modern Research Methods

WORKSHOP 4: The Development Process

WEDNESDAY

Session 1: Osteotomy II Osteotomy about the Knee

Osteotomy of the Tibia

Pelvis and Acetabulum

Biomechanical Evaluation of the Hip

THURSDAY

Session 1: Pelvic & Acetabulum
An overview of the diagnosis/emergency management/decision making, and surgical tricks/hints for management of pelvic and acetabular fractures. Included also, almost two hours for case presentations and discussions with the experts.

Acetabulum

Pelvis

Session 2: Wrist
Traumatic disorders of the wrist: acute management and reconstruction

FRIDAY Session 1: Foot & Ankle

Ankle fractures

Talar fractures

Calcaneal fractures

Lisfranc injuries

Session 2: Navigation
Program available upon request. Contact the AO Course Secretary by fax 41 81 414 22 84 or e-mail at courses@ao-asif.ch.

AO ASIF Maxillofacial Course

December 9 - 14

The program of this course includes all possibilities for stable internal fixation in traumatology of the mandible, the midface and the orbit, for secondary corrections and reconstruction. It addresses principles in biomechanics and bone healing, anatomy and surgical approaches. The possibilities of endoscopic fracture treatment and computer-aided planning and navigation are shown. The topics are presented in formal lectures and case presentations as well as panels and practical exercises. There is ample time for questions and discussions to emphasize the dialogue between faculty and participants. Lectures will be given by distinguished international faculty.

Enrollment is open to attending surgeons in oral and maxillofacial, otolaryngology-head and neck, and plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Please bring x-rays and/or slides of problem cases for the group discussions, and be willing to actively participate.

Objectives

At the conclusion of this course participants should be able to:

Main Topics of Lectures and Practical Exercises

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However, it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

AO ASIF Interactive Spine Courses

December 9 - 14

These courses are specifically designed for experienced spine surgeons (the number of participants is limited to a maximum of 56, and specific admission requirements are necessary).

These courses are built on case presentations which are systematically discussed, and on formal lectures, which provide state-of-the-art information in all the specific fields of spine surgery including trauma, degenerative spine diseases, deformities, tumors, infections and other spine disorders. Very few formal lectures will be presented. An international faculty with a wide experience in spine surgery will moderate the discussions and present the lectures. Specific technical issues will be practiced in hands-on workshops.

Interactive Spine I: Trauma + degenerative spine
Interactive Spine II: Degenerative spine + deformities

Applicants must:

Please send a copy of your certificate(s) with your registration.

Please bring x-rays and/or slides of problem cases for the group discussions, and be willing to actively participate.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the Course, participants should be able to:

The final scientific program will only be distributed at the beginning of the course. However; it will be available by September on Internet: www.ao-asif.ch/aoi/courses/participants

Overview of the Schedule

Week One: December 1-6, 2001

RegistrationSaturday 1500-1700
Opening Reception
and Get-Together
Saturday 1730
Lectures, Practical Exercises,
Discussions, Demonstrations
Sunday through Thursday:
0800-1145
1600-1930
BreakSunday through Thursday 1145-1600

Week Two: December 9-14, 2001

RegistrationSunday 1500-1700
Opening Reception
and Get-Together
Sunday 1730
Lectures, Practical Exercises,
Discussions, Demonstrations
Monday through Friday:
0800-1145
1600-1930
BreakMonday through Friday 1145-1600
Subject to modification

Course Tuition

COURSESCHF+Approximate US $
Hand Course (December 1-6)1900$1,100.00
Principles (Orthopaedic) (December 1-6) 1500$868.00
Advanced (Orthopaedic)1800$1,042.00
Experts Meet Experts1500$868.00
Maxillofacial Course1900$1,100.00
Spine Interactive I Course1900$1,100.00
Spine Interactive II Course* 1900$1,100.00
Banquet ticket (per person)80$47.00
+ US dollar amount depends upon the conversion rate on date of payment. Amount shown calculated 4/30/01.

*Please refer to page 15; attach required documentation to registration form.

Tuition includes:

REGISTRATION

Registrations received after August 31, 2001, will be accepted on a space-available basis. Should a registrant cancel, the cancellation fee, as outlined, will apply automatically. Your registration will be confirmed after receipt of the registration form and payment.

Written cancellations received by the AO in Davos by November 15 will be refunded. All cancellations received after November 15 will be subject to a 25% of tuition cancellation fee. No tuition refund given after November 30.

Registration Deadline: August 31, 2001

Click Here to view and print out the registration form.

Travel Arrangements

The AO ASIF Hand Course and the AO ASIF Principles Course schedule begins on Saturday, December 1, and concludes Thursday, December 6, 2001.

Travel dates are Thursday, November 29, 2001 and Friday, December 7, 2001.

The AO ASIF Advanced, Experts Meet Experts, Maxillofacial, and Spine Course schedules begin on Sunday, December 9, and conclude Friday, December 14, 2001.

Travel dates are Friday, December 7, 2001, and Saturday, December 15, 2001.

World Travel's Group Department will confirm all travel arrangements based on the information you provide on your travel reservation form. If you have any questions related to travel arrangements, please contact World Travel at (800) 867-2970, 24 hours a day or reach them via fax at (610) 327-8874.

AIRFARE

Gateway CityPrice per person
Atlanta$ 693.36
Boston$ 625.86
Chicago (O'Hare) $ 691.36
Los Angeles$ 790.86
Miami$ 656.99
New York (JFK) $ 625.86
Newark$ 625.86
Washington, D.C. (Dulles)$ 674.86
Montreal$ 770.26

Passenger Facility charges may apply. Airfares are subject to change based on availability at time of booking and are not guaranteed until ticketed.

Airfare includes round-trip air transportation from gateway cities listed to Zurich, Switzerland, via scheduled Swissair service.

Services provided by World Travel during the week of December 9-14 include:

Ground transportation

Upon arrival into Zurich, it will be necessary to take the train to Davos (travel time approx. 3 hours). Train tickets can be purchased through World Travel. Optional bus transportation from Davos to Zurich is also available through World Travel at a nominal fee of $75.00 one way. Children under 12 are free.

Air Reservations (Swissair)

AO ASIF has designated Swissair as the official carrier for the Davos Courses and offers special discounted fares to the course participants. Discounts will apply to most types of fares to Zurich, including the non-refundable, non-transferable and non-changeable APEX (Advanced Purchase Excursion) fare. Tickets must be issued by November 1, 2001.

Airfare for connecting flights between originating city and Swissair gateway cities is not included in the airfare listed above. World Travel will make all additional reservations based on the lowest fare available on date of issue.

Frequent Flyer mileage on the American Airlines, Midwest Express and US Airways programs may be accumulated when traveling on Swissair. Please indicate your program membership and frequent flyer number on the Air Reservation Form.

A valid passport is the only document required for U.S. and Canadian citizens. However, if you are planning to visit any other country in Europe, please contact either World Travel or the State Department for the required documentation. Swissair also requires your date of birth and proper name (no nicknames). See Air Reservation Form.

Hotel Accommodations

Information/Cancellation
Ms. A. Germann
Davos Tourismus
Kongressbüro
Promenade 67
CH-7270 Davos-Platz
Phone: 41 81 415 21 61
Fax: 41 81 415 21 69

A hotel accommodation request may be sent with the registration form. We will do our best to consider your preferences. For prices and conditions, please refer to the registration form. Accommodation must be paid directly by the participant when checking out. As a guarantee for your hotel booking, we need your credit card number which will be passed to the hotel. In case of non-arrival, the room may be charged. The Convention Center is situated in the middle of the town: every hotel is within 20 minutes walking distance or 5 minutes by local bus (free for visitors). The Congress Office of Davos will confirm your hotel reservation in November.

Apartments

Private apartments can be rented directly through Davos Tourismus.

Phone: 41 81 415 21 21
Fax: 41 81 415 21 00

ON-SITE INFORMATION DESK

For your convenience, World Travel will provide an information desk at the Davos course site (Kongresscenter) during the week of December 9-14.

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