07SS03: Fix or Fuse

These online presentations are ACFAS educational offerings from previous Annual Scientific Conferences. The “Fix or Fuse” presentations are available to members and non-members at no cost. Continuing Education credit is available to ACFAS members.

Accreditation Statement:

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a sponsor of continuing education in podiatric medicine.

Designation Statement:

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons designates these educational activities for CPME Continuing Education Contact Hours. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Learning Objectives:

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  • At the conclusion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
    1. Compare and contrast the use of internal fixation vs. fusion in particular pathologies.
    2. Predict potential complications.
    3. Evaluate patient with adult flatfoot, ankle arthritis, hallux rigidus and tarsal coalitions.
    4. Apply knowledge to clinical decision making.
    5. Understand the principles, limitations and results of using fixation of fusion in these pathologies.
  • CPME CE credit available: 1.25
  • Total Run Time: 1hr 10min 57sec
  • Format: Online, non-downloadable, Flash file
  • Moderator: Laurence G. Rubin, DPM
  • Financial Disclosure: Laurence G. Rubin, DPM has nothing to disclose.

Adult Flatfoot

  • Presenters: Alan Ng, DPM
    • Shannon M. Rush, DPM
  • Financial Disclosures: Alan Ng, DPM & Shannon M. Rush, DPM has nothing to disclose.
  • Run Time: 17min 2sec

Hallux Rigidus

  • Presenters: Philip Basile, DPM
    • Thomas S. Roukis, DPM
  • Financial Disclosures: Philip Basile, DPM & Thomas S. Roukis, DPM have nothing to disclose.
  • Run Time: 19min 8sec

Ankle Arthritis

  • Presenters: John J. Stienstra, DPM
    • Kris A. DiNucci, DPM
  • Financial Disclosures: John J. Stienstra, DPM & Kris A. DiNucci, DPM have nothing to disclose.
  • Run Time: 18min 30sec

Tarsal Coalitions

  • Presenters: Michael S. Downey, DPM
    • D. Martin Chaney, DPM
  • Financial Disclosures: Michael S. Downey, DPM & D. Martin Chaney, DPM have nothing to disclose.
  • Run Time: 16min 17sec

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