Moderators: Erica F. Bisson, MD; Doniel Drazin, MD, MA
This course will explore the new advances in the field of emerging technologies in spine surgery and provide the participant with the current state of the art in the use of technology for treating spinal pathology. Topics include and are not limited to intraoperative imaging, navigation, robotics, next generation microscopes and surgical instruments, combinatorial technologies, augmented reality and surgical simulators.
As spine surgery and associated technology continues to rapidly advance, methods of improving patient outcomes through surgical interventions and perioperative imaging modalities remain controversial. Due to the vast new technologies available, there remains a tremendous need for continued education in the training of current and future spinal surgeons regarding knowledge and surgical application in the field.
Upon completion of this session, participants should gain strategies to:
- Develop an understanding of the role of emerging technologies in improving the care of neurosurgical patients with spinal disorders
- Identify the indications to use and the expected outcomes of utilizing navigation and emerging technologies in the treatment of spinal disorders.
- Develop a strategy to implement new technologies providing beneficial spinal care for patients with spinal disorders.
Agenda
Welcome, Introductions, Overview
Erica Bisson, MD and Doniel Drazin, MD, MA
Expanded Indications of Spinal Navigation
J. Patrick Johnson, MD
Learning Curves and System Integration in Spinal Navigation
Terrence Kim, MD
Navigation in Spinal Deformity: Pearls and Pitfalls
David W. Polly, Jr., MD
Robotics in Spine Surgery: Past, Present and Future
Nicholas Theodore, MD
Demonstration Section: MIS Navigation/Robotics
Mazor Robotics: Step-by-Step
Isador Lieberman, MD
MIS Incorporating Navigation: Step-by-Step
Terrence Kim,MD
Globus Surgical Robot: Step-by-Step
Kade Huntsman, MD