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Contact Info

 

Anne Tudryn

Senior Program Manager

508-880-8352

atudryn@its.jnj.com

 
MIS / Posterior

 

Our training programs for posterior MIS offer spine surgeons an opportunity to learn current MIS techniques in an anatomical lab setting. Introductory and advanced programs are available to meet the participant’s specific training need and to provide continuous learning opportunities in the area of MIS.  All training programs include case presentations, didactic teaching, and hands-on lab sessions.  

 

Concepts in MIS

 

Concepts in MIS is designed for spine surgeons who have little or no experience with MIS procedures, and have an interest in adding MIS techniques to their armamentarium.

 

Program Overview & Format

 

The format of this course consists of a full day of hands-on cadaver workshops, supplemented by lectures from an experienced surgeon faculty. Topics covered during this course include:

  • Minimally Invasive Disectomy & Decompression
  • Minimally Invasive TLIF
  • Percutaneous Transpedicular Fixation
  • Management of Potential Complications in MIS
  • Minimally Invasive Vertebral Body Augmentation

 

 

Advanced Concepts in MIS

 

The Advanced Techniques in MIS program is designed for experienced surgeons who are familiar with MIS procedures, but  who would like to learn new techniques and advance their expertise.  

 

Program Overview & Format  

  • Learn and discuss advanced applications of Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
  • Interact and exchange ideas with colleagues who share an interest in advancing MIS techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring a recent or upcoming MIS case to discuss
  • Learn from experienced faculty who have extensive working knowledge of minimally invasive techniques
  • Participate in group discussions and observe surgical demonstration

 

 

 

Advanced Concepts Tutorial

 

The Advanced MIS Tutorial program offers surgeons a unique opportunity to visit thought leaders in minimally invasive spine surgery. A one-and-a-half day visitation includes a group dinner with the host surgeon(s), live surgery observation, and a hands-on cadaveric bioskills lab.

 

 

Recommended Criteria for Attending Advanced Programs

We strongly recommend that surgeons who wish to attend our advanced course offerings fulfill the following criteria:

 

  • Previously attended an Introductory (Current Concepts) MIS program
  • 1+ years experience or 25+ cases/year using percutaneous screw placement
  • 1+ years experience or 50+ cases/year MIS microdiscs or fusions
  • Practice is in part dedicated to treating complex spine
  • Interested in treating complex spine through MIS approach
  • Interested in the expanding indications of MIS within their practice
Event Calendar: MIS
Sep10 Concepts in Lateral Approach Surgery

 

9/10/2010
Chicago, IL

The Concepts in Lateral Approach Surgery course is designed specifically for spine surgeons who have little or no experience with the lateral approach for interbody fusion, and who are interested in adding this technique to their armamentarium.  Field Registration (A+)

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Sep16 Advanced Lateral Approach Tutorial

 

9/16/2010 - 9/17/2010
Baltimore, MD

Advanced Lateral Approach Tutorials provide surgeons a unique opportunity to advance their education and training through extended time with thought leaders in lateral approach surgery.  The one-and-a-half day tutorial includes live surgery observation, and a hands-on practical workshop.  Field Registration (A+)

Oct22 Concepts in Lateral Approach Surgery

 

10/22/2010
San Francisco, CA

The Concepts in Lateral Approach Surgery course is designed specifically for spine surgeons who have little or no experience with the lateral approach for interbody fusion, and who are interested in adding this technique to their armamentarium.  Field Registration (A+)

CLASSbro.pdf