AOFAS/BOFAS Live Webinar: Complex Pilon Fractures

Program and CME Materials

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The document provides information about a joint webinar on complex pilon fractures presented by the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) and the British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (BOFAS). The webinar aims to address the challenges faced by surgeons in treating pilon fractures and discuss best practices through case studies and expert perspectives. The program is designed for experienced foot and ankle surgeons, generalist orthopedic surgeons, post-residency fellows, residents, and allied health professionals interested in foot and ankle care. The webinar is supported by grants from Arthrex Inc. and Stryker.<br /><br />The document includes disclosures of conflict of interest from faculty and planners involved in the webinar. The faculty members have disclosed their financial relationships with various commercial interests. The document also includes information about accreditation for CME credits.<br /><br />The webinar faculty includes orthopedic surgeons specializing in foot and ankle conditions from both the US and the UK. Dr. Chris Blundell, a consultant orthopedic surgeon, specializes in adult foot and ankle conditions and is a past President of BOFAS. Dr. Brian Weatherford is an orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in both orthopedic trauma and foot and ankle surgery. Lyndon W. Mason is an Associate Professor at the University of Liverpool and specializes in major trauma and foot and ankle surgery. Dr. John P. Ketz is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedics, specializing in lower extremity trauma and adult foot and ankle disorders.<br /><br />The document also includes details of the educational committee involved in organizing the webinar and their disclosures of potential conflicts of interest.<br /><br />Overall, the document provides information about the joint webinar, its objectives, target audience, faculty, and disclosures of potential conflicts of interest.

Keywords

joint webinar

complex pilon fractures

American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society

AOFAS

British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

BOFAS

surgeons

best practices

case studies

expert perspectives