The ASSH and ASHT have an exciting Pre-Conference Program lined up! Maximize your time and education by attending one or more of these functions. Additional fees may apply.
Residents & Fellows Conference
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
The Adrian E. Flatt Residents and Fellows Conference in Hand Surgery is specifically geared toward hand surgery fellows and residents in orthopaedic, plastic and general surgery and allows paper participants to present their work on subjects within the specialty of hand surgery. The opportunity for dialogue and the exchange of information makes this conference a valuable resource for all attendees. Learn more.
Learn more about the scholarships available for Residents and Fellows!
Young Members' Forum
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
The ASSH Young Members’ Forum will immediately follow the
Residents and Fellows Conference in Hand Surgery. Residents and fellows who attended the conference are invited to join ASSH Young Members (those who have been members less than eight years) for a short program covering a variety of educational topics. A light reception for both the Residents and Fellows Conference attendees and the ASSH Young Members will take place after the Young Members’ Forum has ended. No additional fee is required to attend this course. This program has not been approved for CME credit.
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ASSH Precourses
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Choose from 10 precourses taking place Wed-Thur before the main sessions begins. Topics cover CPT Coding, Arthroscopy of the Wrist, Nerve Repair, Shoulder & Elbow Trauma, Hand Surgery Pearls, Sports Injuries, Reconstruction of the Elbow and New Techniques in Hand Surgery. Learn more.
ASHT Precourses
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Choose from 4 precourses taking place Wed-Thur before the main sessions begin. Sponsored by the ASHT these therapy-based programs boast an impressive faculty and cover a range of topics. Attendees can choose from subjects such as Uper Extremity Anatomy, Restoration of Function for People with Tetraplegia, Flexor/Extensor Tendon Rehabilitation and Nerve Management. Learn more.
SPECIAL TOPIC WORKSHOPS
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
La Federacion de Mano Precourse
This precourse is a comprehensive review of the history of flexor tendon surgery, physiology and surgical techniques. Special emphasis is given to detailed anatomy and mechanics of the flexor tendon mechanism. This precourse also serves as a forum for new horizons, techniques and concepts in rehabilitation, surgery and research into the vexing problem of flexor tendon repair.
Learn more. Resident Educators Workshop
Resident education is an evolving process. This program will focus on educating residents in upper extremity surgery. The workshop will review the current principles critical to effective teaching and learning. We will be evaluating different teaching methods, curriculum development, and evaluation of residents’ skills and knowledge as well as the teaching program and methods. These techniques and strategies will be examined with participant interaction. Learn more.
Basic Science Research Workshop
The goal of this workshop is to bring together clinicians and scientists actively involved in basic or translational research relevant to surgery of the hand, for the purpose of exchanging ideas and addressing challenges, including (but not limited to): grant writing, funding, resources, finding time for research, engaging clinician-scientist collaborations, mentorship, and development of clinician scientists. Learn more.
Clinical Investigators Workshop
The goal of this workshop is to bring together clinicians actively involved in clinical research for the purpose of discussing methodological issues relating to their work. The input of experienced investigators is intended to help solve problems of work in progress, lead to the development of new and interesting research questions and foster collaboration among the attendees for future clinical research endeavors. Learn more.