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In this issue, we bring the most important news of the trimester that just passed and disclosure our main events and courses to the next trimester. |
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The 4th edition of our Regional Courses will be at the Marriot Hotel in Santiago/CL, taking place from June 6-8, 2019. Some of the world’s leading spine experts will share their knowledge and experience in a comprehensive and highly interactive event. Save your place taking advantage of the early bird discount and if you are an AOSpine member, if you have an additional discount. Visit for more information: Principles Course » Master Modules » |
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AOSpine Latin America is pleased to announce some changes in the Continuing Education Program to constantly update our educational offerings and follow high scientific standards. Starting in 2019, the new entrants of the Continuing Education Program will have two progressive learning levels in two years to complete the course. Read more »
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In last weekend (November 23-24) , we had our first AOSpine Hospital Based Course—Principles of the minimally invasive tubular surgery held in Lima (PE). The participant could practice and improve specific surgery skills in an 8h course that covered tubular discectomy, unilateral tubular decompression and over the top, TLIF and dural repair.
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The last Faculty Education Program (FEP) for Latin America took place in Santo Domingo (DO) in September. The FEP is an AO Foundation project to strengthen faculty education. It was developed with the most modern and useful tools so our Faculty can develop their activities successfully in our events. The program equips new faculty members who have an upcoming faculty assignment with the skills required to give a lecture, facilitate a small group discussion, or run a practical exercise at an AO educational event. Read more »
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The Hospital Based Seminars (HBS) are low cost educational activities developed on-site at hospitals of the region, based on the AOSpine Curriculum, and case discussions. It is aimed at fellows, residents and medical staff of these hospitals. We have started the HBS Project in 2017 and the initiative was very well received by the region and the international community. Read more »
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We are pleased to announce the call for the Fellowship Program in the Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, USA. This is an exclusive opportunity for the Latin American AOSpine members to participate in a 3-month spinal surgery-training program. Read more »
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The online course “Access to the information: How to interpret evidence” took place from September 9 to October 27. The course had participants from the three clinical divisions AOSpine, AOTrauma and AOVET. It was the first edition of the course available in three languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese. Read more »
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With only six months to go, it's never too early to start making plans to attend the 2019 GSC in Toronto, taking place from May 15-18, 2019. Register by December 20 to take advantage of early bird savings of $80 USD. The GSC explores new approaches in spine treatment and provides the opportunity to meet the world's best spine experts.
In total, 1,501 abstracts were submitted – a 36% increase in abstracts submitted compared to last year. The increase in number of abstracts received is evidence that the GSC is marked on the agenda of spine surgeons worldwide and the growth trend continues.
We are expecting over 2,000 participants to attend the GSC in Toronto and are excited to see the congress return to North America for its 10-year anniversary. The GSC is a great venue to network with spine professionals from around the world, explore career development opportunities, and gain access to the world's best research and clinical experts.
Why wait? Register today!
In addition to our early bird discount, AOSpine members receive a $150 (USD) discount on the GSC registration fee. Additional discounts also apply for medical or research students, residents, fellows and participants from low-income countries. Not an AOSpine member? Sign up for membership today. For more information on the GSC, visit www.gsc2019.org.
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