21 st Annual RLO: Real Life Orthopaedics 2011 Friday, November 18, 2011 Course Chairmen: Stephen W. Smith, MD Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic Capital City Club Downtown 7 Harris Street NW Carlton G. Savory, MD The Hughston Clinic A continuing medical education activity sponsored by:
Overview This continuing education activity has been developed to provide the orthopaedic surgeon, nurse, surgical technologist and other allied health professionals with the most current information on total joint procedures. Three live surgeries will demonstrate surgical approaches for total knee and hip arthroplasty. Participants will be invited to ask questions specific to the surgical procedure during the live presentation. Faculty will address legal issues, bearing surfaces, computer-assisted surgery, unicompartmental knee surgery, presenting the research and evidence that will enhance patient outcomes. Case presentations with audience interaction will stimulate interest. The format is highly interactive and will provide ample opportunity for participants to interact with the experts. Target Audience The intended audience is orthopaedic surgeons who have expressed the need for information on current practices that will result in improved patient outcomes. Nurses, surgical technologists and other healthcare professionals are invited to attend as member of the team. Needs Assessment Orthopaedic surgeons have a wide variety of prosthesis to select which will meet the individual needs of patients having total joint replacement. The surgeon needs to have an in-depth understanding of bearing surfaces as well as fixed versus mobile bearing knee prosthesis. They request evidence-based protocols for selecting the most appropriate prosthesis based on the patient s age and pathology. The surgeon needs to recognize pain management as a rapidly evolving field with a significant impact on patient satisfaction. Orthopaedic surgeons are frequent users of prophylactic antibiotics and need to establish acceptable protocols that meet required guidelines. Litigation is a potential for any practice setting. The surgeon needs to know how to implement best practices that will minimize the risk. Managing blood loss during the surgical procedure has become an issue related to safety of transfusions. The surgeon needs to understand the risks associated with blood loss. Professional Practice Gaps Previous evaluations indicate that orthopaedic surgeons need to institute pain management protocols that are effective for their patients. They are requesting information on how to modify difficult preoperative risk factors, such as obesity, smoking, etc. The surgeon wants information from the experts on the pros and cons of various surgical approaches. There is a need to gain information on the use of tourniquets and blood management. Methodology-Format The format for this course includes short presentations by experts and discussion from the audience. Three live surgeries will demonstrate surgical techniques and present tips on achieving the best outcomes. Case presentations will afford the participants an opportunity to ask questions and discuss best practices. Lectures on a CD and a course syllabus will be provided to the attendees for future reference. Objectives Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to: 1. Select the correct bearing surface for the patient based on evidence in research and practice. 2. Discuss risks associated with litigation and how to minimize the potential for malpractice. 3. Evaluate surgical approaches to hip and knee arthroplasty during live surgery presentations. 4. Differentiate mobile versus fixed bearing total knee arthroplasty as it relates to type of patient and expected outcomes. 5. Critique case presentations and discuss best practices. Physician Accreditation Pfiedler Enterprises is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education for physicians.
Credit Designation Pfiedler Enterprises designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity Nurse Credit State Board Approval Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP14944, for 7.5 contact hour(s). Obtaining full credit for this offering depends upon attendance, regardless of circumstances, from beginning to end. Licensees must provide their license numbers for record keeping purposes. The certificate of course completion issued at the conclusion of this course must be retained in the participant s records for at least four (4) years as proof of attendance. Surgical Technologist Credit This continuing education activity is approved by the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc. for 7.5 CE credits for continuing education in surgical technology. Allied Health Credit IACET Pfiedler Enterprises has been approved as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102. CEU STATEMENT: As an IACET Authorized Provider, Pfiedler Enterprises offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under IACET guidelines. Pfiedler Enterprises is authorized by IACET to offer 0.75 CEU (7.5 contact hours) for this program. Declaration of Disclosure for Pfiedler Enterprises: In compliance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support, Pfiedler Enterprises provides disclosure and resolution of conflict information for individuals who may control the content of this CME activity. Please visit our website at: www.pfiedlerenterprises.com/declarationofdisclosure.htm American s for Disability Act (ADA) Statement: ADA Statement Pfiedler Enterprises will be glad to assist you with any special needs ( i.e., physical, dietary, etc.). Please contact Pfiedler Enterprises at 720-748-6144. Advamed Code of Ethics: This course complies with the Revised and Restated AdvaMed Code of Ethics effective July 1, 2009. The educational meetings and hospitality events are intended solely for the invited attendees and faculty. Therefore, guests and/or spouses are not invited to attend. We appreciate compliance with these guidelines. Visit the AdvaMed website at www.advamed.org. to review this code.
Educational Grants This course is supported in part by educational grants, in accordance with the ACCME Standards. Premium Level: Other Commercial Supporters: In-Kind Support: St. Joseph s Hospital, Savannah, Georgia The Hughston Clinic, Columbus, Georgia Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina As of this printing, a complete list of commercial supporters was not available. Appropriate acknowledgement will be given to all supporters at the meeting. Exhibits will be available for viewing at all scheduled breaks. Course Chairmen: Carlton G. Savory, MD, FACS The Hughston Clinic Columbus, Georgia Stephen W. Smith, MD Director, Reconstructive Joint Center of Atlanta Peachtree Orthopaedic Clinic Faculty: Thomas L. Bradbury, Jr., MD Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Emory University Hospital Kim J. Chillag, MD Moore Orthopaedics Associate Clinical Professor Department of Orthopaedics University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia, South Carolina Greg A. Erens, MD Assistant Professor Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Emory University William L. Griffin, MD OrthoCarolina Hip and Knee Center Charlotte, North Carolina John D. Henry, Jr., MD Director Joint Replacement Center Northside Hospital Charles A. Hope, II, MD Option Orthopedics Savannah, Georgia Christopher Jarrett, MD Southern Orthopaedic Specialists Savannah, Georgia Ormonde M. Mahoney, MD Adjunct Professor Department of Kinesiology University of Georgia Athens, Georgia Private Practice Athens Orthopedic Clinic, P.A. Athens, Georgia Todd A. Schmidt, MD Southern Orthopedic Specialists Stockbridge, Georgia H. Del Schutte, Jr., MD Associate Professor Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina Stuart E. Smith, MD Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance Nashville, Tennessee John I. Waldrop, MD President The Hughston Clinic Columbus, Georgia
Preliminary Agenda Friday, November 18, 2011 7:00-7:20 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 7:20-7:30 am Welcome 7:30-8:35 am Educational Sessions 1 8:35-9:00 am Break 9:00-10:15 am Live Hip Surgery: Direct Anterior Approach 10:15-10:30 am Break 10:30-12:00 pm Educational Session 2 12:00-1:00 pm Lunch 1:00-2:00 pm Live Knee Surgery Resurfacing Technique 2:00-2:45 pm Educational Session 3 2:45-3:00 pm Break 3:00-4:00 pm Live Knee Surgery Cementless Primary 4:00-5:00 pm Educational Session 4 Panel Discussion Bearing Surfaces and Litigation 5:00 pm Evaluation/ Adjourn Course Location Capital City Club Downtown 7 Harris Street NW 30303 Phone 404-523-8221 Accommodations For out of town guests that require accommodations please contact: Ritz Carlton Downtown 181 Peachtree Street, NE 30303 Phone: 800-241-3333 Group Rate: $169.00 plus tax Book by October 27, 2011 Reserve online with the group code: LORLORA Or dial 800-241-3333 and reference RLO Real Life Orthopaedics along with the dates
REGISTRATION FORM PROJECT #3513 RLO: Real Life Orthopaedics 2011 Friday, November 18, 2011 Capital City Club Downtown 7 Harris Street NW, Last Name First Name MI MD DO PA RN CST Other Street address City State Zip Daytime Phone Number Fax Number Email (Confirmation will be provided to this address) Registration: Online: Register by logging into www.pfiedlerenterprises.com/courses.htm Fax: Send registration via fax to: 720.748.6196 Mail: Mail registration form to Pfiedler Enterprises at: 2101 S. Blackhawk Street, Suite 220 Aurora, CO 80014 Questions: Registration questions call 720.748.6144 Course Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel your registration, please contact Pfiedler Enterprises as soon as possible. This will allow those on the waitlist an opportunity to register for the course. Pfiedler Enterprises reserves the right to cancel this activity if necessary. Registered participants will be notified no later than two weeks prior to the scheduled date. Pfiedler Enterprises is not responsible for non-refundable tickets purchased for attendance at this course.