Advances in Brachial Plexus Reconstruction: A Surgical Skills Course 2017
Course Directors: Alexander Y. Shin, M.D.
Course Co-Director: Allen T. Bishop, M.D., Robert J. Spinner, M.D.
This course will provide a state-of-the-art update on adult and pediatric brachial plexus reconstructive surgery. A renowned faculty of leading brachial plexus surgeons from multispecialty backgrounds will present lectures, panel discussions and hands-on cadaver training at the Mayo Clinic surgical training facilities. Specific techniques are covered in detail including adult and obstetrical brachial plexus injuries, surgical planning, supra and infraclavicular exploration, various nerve transfers and grafting, secondary surgical reconstructions, obtaining grasp and management of pain. Course attendees will have the opportunity to perform surgical procedures on cadavers in the laboratory and are encouraged to bring cases for discussion with faculty.
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Exhibitor Inquiry
This course offers the unique opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services. If you are interested in exhibit space during this course, please contact Sierra Tollefson.
Registration Fees:
M.D., D.O., Scientist, Ph.D.* | $1,999.00 |
Resident and Fellow | $1,799.00 |
NP, PA, RN, Allied Health Professional** | $1,200.00 |
*Full-fee paying physicians that are members of ASSH may call our office (507.284.2509) to receive a coupon code for a discounted registration rate.
**Reduced Fee paying attendees will not be allowed to participate in the hands-on lab. However, they may observe during that time.
In collaboration with American Society for Surgery of the Hand.
Target Audience
This course is designed for physicians with an interest in brachial plexus reconstruction.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
• Summarize the management and differences of adult and obstetrical brachial plexus injures.
• Recognize the indications, timing and surgical options for restoring function in brachial plexus injuries.
• Demonstrate surgical approaches to the supra and infraclavicular brachial plexus, and to perform on a cadaver nerve transfers and grafting of the brachial plexus.
• List the various treatment options for upper trunk, lower trunk and complete brachial plexus injuries.
• Contrast the controversies in brachial plexus reconstruction for adult and obstetrical patients.
Attendance at this Mayo Clinic course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Contact us:
Phone: 800-323-2688
Email: cme@mayo.edu
Available Credit
- 17.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 17.50 Attendance