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The 32nd Annual Meeting of the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves

PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM

Spine Summit 2016

Jointly provided by the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves

MARCH 16-19, 2016LOEWS ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT

ORLANDO, FLORIDA

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FRIDAYFEB. 19, 2016


PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Dear Colleague,

We are excited to announce the return of Spine Summit 2016, held in collaboration with 11 other spine societies. Join us March 16–19, 2016, in Orlando, Florida, for the 32nd Annual Meeting of the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves. Renew old friendships and catch up on the latest surgical and non-surgical approaches to spine and peripheral nerve disorders as we explore our theme, Global Challenges, Universal Solutions.

We welcome our international partner, the Neurological Society of India, and our honored guests, Christopher Shaffrey and Lawrence Lenke. Spine Summit 2016 is packed with all the great science you’ve come to expect, with daily scientific sessions, special courses with our partner spine societies, and debates on hot-button topics currently affecting our specialty.

We’re pleased to once again host a hands-on cadaver course with the masters, the David Cahill Memorial Controversies Sessions, and the Young Neurosurgeons Dinner with special guest speaker Phil Weinstein. Three luncheon symposia and an opening night reception enhance your meeting experience. And you will want to visit our exciting exhibit hall to see the newest technologies and products.

In addition to oral presentations showcasing the best original science in the field today, we’re introducing a new spine section tradition: the Charlie Kuntz Scholar Awards, given to residents or fellows who have submitted outstanding abstracts in the area of spinal disorders, and the Journalistic and Academic Neurosurgical Excellence (J.A.N.E.) award, given to an outstanding manuscript authored by a senior resident or neurosurgical fellow in a CAST accredited training program.

The stunning Loews Royal Pacific Resort offers a tropical South Seas theme with a lagoon-style pool and activities your whole family can enjoy. Right next door are the spectacular Universal Orlando® theme parks, and be sure to visit the Universal CityWalk® entertainment complex adjacent to the parks.

We invite you to join us at Spine Summit 2016 to connect with your colleagues and take part in an exceptional educational program, all while enjoying everything that Orlando has to offer! Make your arrangements and register today at cns.org/spine.

MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

> Obtain up to 17 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM by attending the Scientific Sessions. An additional 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM are available through optional programming.

> Choice of five Special Courses and three Luncheon Symposia

> Young Neurosurgeons Dinner with special guest speaker Phil Weinstein

> Hands-on Cadaver Course

> David Cahill Controversies Sessions

> Oral Presentations, the new Charlie Kuntz scholarships, and the J.A.N.E. award

DATES TO REMEMBER

February 19

> Advanced Registration and Housing Deadline

February 29

> Special Course, Symposia, and event tickets will be refunded in full until this date

> Written cancellations must be received by February 29. A $100 processing fee will be charged, regardless of cause

> Absolutely no refunds given after February 29, regardless of cause

February 23

> Any changes to hotel reservations must be made directly with the hotel beginning February 23

Adam S. Kanter, MD Scientific Program Chair

Zoher Ghogawala, MD, FACSAnnual Meeting Chair

Praveen V. Mummaneni, MDSection Chairman

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PRELIMINARY SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM 3

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

WELCOME TO OUR SPINE SUMMIT PARTNER SOCIETY LEADERS

Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS) Robert F. Heary

American College of Osteopathic Surgeons (ACOS) Brett Alan Schlifka

International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery (ISASS) Gunnar B.J. Andersson

Association for Collaborative Spine Research (ACSR) Kris Radcliff

Neurological Society of India (NSI) Vedantam Rajshekhar

AO Spine–North America Michael G. Fehlings

Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) David W. Polly

AO Spine International K. Daniel Riew

The Society of Lateral Access Surgery (SOLAS) Frank M. Phillips

Brazilian Neurosurgical Society (BNS) Asdrubal Falavigna

Society for Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (SMISS)William Taylor

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2016 11:00 am–6:00 pmRegistration

12:30 - 1:30 pmWhat’s New Session I

1:30–5:30 pm Special Course IBusiness Challenges and Solutions: Surviving in a Bundle

Special Course IISRS: Deformity Challenges and Solutions: Predicting and Achieving Balance

Special Course III BNS: Spine Trauma Challenges and Solutions

Special Course IV NSI: Economic, Quality, and Surgical Practice Trends in India

Special Course VSOLAS: Advanced Lateral Access Challenges and Solutions: A Case Based Approach

6:30–8:00 pm Opening Reception

THURSDAY, MARCH 17, 2016 6:00 am–6:00 pmRegistration

6:30–7:30 am Continental Breakfast

7:30–7:55 am Challenging Cases and Solutions

7:55–9:40 am Scientific Session I How the Masters Avoid Disasters (Case Presentations)

9:40–10:30 am Scientific Session IIHonored Guests and Awards

10:30–11:15 am Beverage Break and What’s New Session II

11:15 am–12:15 pm Scientific Session IIISRS: Deformity Challenges and Solutions

12:15–1:00 pm Lunch with Exhibitors

1:00–2:00 pm Scientific Session IVFusion Challenges and Solutions

2:00–3:00 pm Scientific Session V MIS Challenges and Solutions

2:00–5:30 pm Peripheral Nerve Session

3:00–3:30 pm Beverage Break and What’s New Session III

3:30–4:30 pm Top 10 Charlie Kuntz Scholar Platform Presentations

4:30–5:30 pm Concurrent Oral Platform Session I Deformity

Concurrent Oral Platform Session II Trauma

Concurrent Oral Platform Session III MIS

FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2016 6:00 am–6:00 pmRegistration


7:00–9:00 am Specialty Breakout I Deformity

Specialty Breakout II Trauma

Specialty Breakout III Tumor

9:00–9:45 am Beverage Break and What’s New Session IV

9:45–10:45 am Scientific Session VISurgical Site Infections: Impact on the Patient, the Hospital, and You

10:45 am–12:15 pm Scientific Session VIINew Payment Models: Bundling vs. Bungling

12:15–12:30 pm DSPN Business Meeting

12:30–2:00 pm Lunch Symposium I AOA: Own the Bone

Lunch Symposium II Spinal Oncology Challenges

Lunch Symposium III Image Guidance

2:00–5:30 pm Spine Section Cadaver Lab

7:00–9:00 pmYoung Neurosurgeons Reception and Dinner

SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2016 6:00 am–12:00 pmRegistration


7:00–8:00 am Concurrent Oral Platform Session IV Focus on Cervical

Concurrent Oral Platform Session V Focus on Thoracolumbar

Concurrent Oral Platform Session VI Focus on Peripheral Nerve and Spinal Cord Injury

8:00 am–9:00 am Scientific Session VIII Spinal Motion Preservation: Cost Effective or Clamor and Commotion

9:00–9:20 am Beverage Break

9:20–11:00 am Cahill Controversies

11:00 am–12:00 pm Scientific Session IXImaging, Trauma and Trials: Challenges and Solutions


Wednesday, March 16, 2016

12:30 - 1:30 pmWhat’s New Session I — Be sure to enjoy your complimentary lunch at the What’s New Session prior to attending a Special Course!

Special Course I

1:30–5:30 pm $200Business Challenges and Solutions: Surviving in a Bundle

Directors: Domagoj Coric, Luis M. Tumialan Faculty: Anthony L. Asher, Mary Cloninger, Daniel Refai Course Description: This course will focus on the business aspects of spinal surgery. It will involve spine coding and documentation updates as well as ancillary income generation. The target audience includes academic, private practice and hospital employed spine surgeons.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Analyze your practice with a greater understanding of co-management agreements with hospitals.

> Review bundled payments, how to engage with the hospital, discuss payer interests in bundled and risk sharing with a bundled payment model.

> Respond to the changing socioeconomic climate of a value based payment system.

Special Course II

1:30–5:30 pm $200SRS: Deformity Challenges and Solutions: Predicting and Achieving Spinal Alignment

Directors: Shay Bess, David O. OkonkwoSpeakers: Christopher P. Ames, Sigurd Berven, Shay Bess, Darrel S. Brodke, Michael P. Kelly, Eric Klineberg, Tyler R. Koski, Virginie Lafage, Lawrence Lenke, Praveen V. Mummaneni, David O. Okonkwo, David W. Polly, Themistocles Protopsaltis, Daniel M. Sciubba, Christopher I. Shaffrey, Justin S. SmithCourse Description: This course will explore current concepts regarding evalua-tion and treatment of adult spinal deformity patients, including up-to-date research findings on clinical assessment, patient reported outcomes, appropriate surgical treatment, and management of complica-tions. Opportunities will be provided for attendees to discuss concepts with faculty. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Clinically and radiographically evaluate patients with adult spinal deformity to identify sources of pain and potential risks for poor treatment outcomes.

> Identify adult spinal deformity patients appropriate for surgical treatment and create an appropriate surgical treatment plan.

> Identify risks for intraoperative and postoperative complications and learn techniques to help prevent and resolve complications.

Special Course III

1:30–5:30 pm $200BNS: Spine Trauma Challenges and Solutions

Directors: Asdrubal Falavigna, Michele Marie Johnson, Michael P. SteinmetzFaculty: Alecio Barcelos, Eduardo de Freitas Bertolini, Ricardo Botelho, Albert Brasil, Geraldo Sá Carneiro, Joseph S. Cheng, Dean Chou, Fernando Dantas, Asdrubal Falavigna, Michele M. Johnson, Jerônimo Milano, Osmar Moraes, Marcelo Mudo, Michael SteinmetzCourse Description: This course will pro-vide practical, current didactic information on spine trauma through lectures, inter-active case presentations and discussion. Particular emphasiswill be given to surgi-cal approaches, radiographic interpretation and classification, stabilization techniques, complication avoidance and management, and decision making process.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Describe the guidelines for identifying and assessing spine injuries.

> Recognize the appropriate decision making process for different types of fractures.

> Select the best approaches for a spine trauma patient.

> Develop strategies for complication avoidance and management.

Special Course IV

1:30–5:30 pm $200NSI: Economic, Quality, and Surgical Practice Trends in India

Director: Shekar N. Kurpad, Vedantam RajshekharFaculty: Deepu Banerji, Sanjay Behari, Ari G. Chacko, P. Sarat Chandra, Sandip Chatterjee, Deepak Kumar Gupta, Munish Gupta, Shashank Sharad Kale, Shekar N. Kurpad, Arnold H. Menezes, Ramesh C. Mishra, Praveen V. Mummaneni, Natarajan Muthukumar, Deshpande Vasudeva Rao Rajakumar, Alok Ranjan, Bhawani S. Sharma, Varindera Paul Singh

Course Description: This special course will highlight the Neurological Society of India as a partner to the Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves. Four separate sessions within the course will highlight the most commonly en-countered surgical spinal conditions in India along with the “state of the art” in their man-agement by a broad spectrum of academic and private practice based spinal surgeons. The course will also include a discussion of the current economics of the practice of spinal surgery in the Indian subcontinent.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Review the current status of spinal neurosurgery in India and recognize facets of spinal surgery that are unique to the Indian spinal neurosurgery environment.

> Describe the treatment options for spinal infections and congenital malformations.

> Recognize the economics and quality measures of spinal neurosurgery in the Indian environment.

Special Course V

1:30 - 5:30 pm $200SOLAS: Advanced Lateral Access Challenges and Solutions: A Case Based Approach

Directors: Frank Phillips, Juan UribeFaculty: Robert Isaacs, Adam Kanter, Rod Oskouian, Luiz Pimenta, John Pollina, William TaylorCourse Description: The objective of this case based course will focus on the ra-tionale, indications, technique, outcomes, and complications of the lateral retroperito-neal transpsoas approach to the thoraco/lumbar spine. Each lecture will include a study case followed by clinical pearls, com-plication avoidance and an interactive dis-cussion between faculty and participants.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Review and discuss indications for the lateral thoracolumbar interbody fusion procedure.

> Discuss the anatomic limitations and constraints of lateral approach surgery.

> Discuss the varied complications and their avoidance in lateral access surgery.

6:30–8:00 pm Opening Reception:Wantilan PavilionLoews Royal Pacific Resort

MEETING AGENDA


Thursday, March 17, 2016

7:30–7:55 am Challenging Cases and Solutions Moderators: Daniel Refai, Luis M. Tumialan

Scientific Session I

7:55–9:40 am Scientific Session I How the Masters Avoid Disasters (Case Presentations)

Speakers: Gunnar B.J. Andersson, Asdrubal Falavigna, Michael G. Fehlings, Regis W. Haid, Robert F. Heary, Adam S. Kanter, Paul Park, Frank M. Phillips, David W. Polly, Kris Radcliff, Vedantam Rajshekhar, K. Daniel Riew, Brett Alan Schlifka, Michael P. Steinmetz, William Taylor

Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Review the appropriate decision making process for spine surgery cases.

> Discuss complications and avoidance techniques.

> Recognize unique challenges in spinal surgery.

> Develop strategies that can be used to deal with surgical complications.

— 7:55–8:00 am Introductory Announcements Adam S. Kanter

— 8:00–8:04 am Introduction of Society Leaders Paul Park, Michael P. Steinmetz

— 8:04–8:11 am ISASS Gunnar B.J. Andersson

— 8:11–8:18 am SOLAS Frank M. Phillips

— 8:18–8:25 am ACOS Brett Alan Schlifka

— 8:25–8:28 amQuestions and Answers

— 8:28–8:35 am SMISS William Taylor

— 8:35–8:42 am BNS Asdrubal Falavigna

— 8:42–8:49 am NSI Vedantam Rajshekhar


— 8:52–8:59 am AO Spine Michael G. Fehlings

— 8:59–9:06 am AO Spine International K. Daniel Riew

— 9:06–9:13 am ACSR Kris Radcliff


— 9:16–9:23 am SRS David W. Polly

— 9:23–9:30 am CSRS Robert F. Heary

— 9:30–9:37 am DSPN Regis W. Haid

— 9:37–9:40 am Questions and Answers

Scientific Session II

9:40–10:30 am Honored Guests and Awards

— 9:40–9:45 am Meritorious Award Presentation—Neurosurgery Christopher I. ShaffreyPresented by Mark E. Shaffrey

— 9:45–9:50 am Meritorious Award Presentation—Orthopedics Lawrence LenkePresented by Peter Angevine

— 9:50–9:55 am Introduction of DSPN Chairman Adam S. Kanter

— 9:55–10:10 am DSPN Chairman’s Address Praveen V. Mummaneni

— 10:10–10:15 am The J.A.N.E. Award—Honoring a LegacyDavid Okonkwo

— 10:15–10:20 am Charlie Kuntz Scholars—A New Spine Section Tradition Christopher I. Shaffrey

— 10:25–10:30 am Award Recipient Recognition John Chi, Praveen V. Mummaneni

10:30–11:15 am Beverage Break and What’s New Session II Moderators: Rishi K. Wadhwa, John E. Ziewacz

Scientific Session III

11:15–12:15 pm SRS: Deformity Challenges and Solutions

Moderators: Praveen V. Mummaneni, Justin S. Smith Speakers: Sigurd Berven, John R. Dimar, Steven D. Glassman, Lawrence Lenke, Christopher I. Shaffrey Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss the different treatment options for spinal deformity cases.

> Review important parameters of spinopelvic balance and alignment.

> Appraise the current management options for spinal deformity.

> Recognize the challenges in spinal deformity management and best practices available.

— 11:15–11:40 amDebate: Anterior Column Reconstruction in Adult Spinal Deformity - Superior or Superfluous?

— 11:15–11:25 am Superior! Christopher I. Shaffrey

— 11:25–11:35 am Superfluous! Lawrence Lenke

— 11:35–11:40 am Panel Discussion

— 11:40–11:48 am

Spinopelvic Balance: Why It Matters in Every Case John R. Dimar

MEETING AGENDA CONTINUED


— 11:48–11:56 am The Schwab Osteotomy Classification in Adult Spinal Deformity Correction Sigurd Berven

— 11:56 am–12:04 pmPedicle Subtraction Osteotomies: How to Reduce ComplicationsMunish C. Gupta

— 12:04–12:12 pm Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery—When to Say No! Steven D. Glassman

— 12:12–12:15 pm Round Table Discussion

12:15–1:00 pm Lunch with Exhibitors

Scientific Session IV

1:00–2:00 pm Fusion Challenges and Solutions

Moderators: Erica Fay Bisson, Zoher Ghogawala, Junichi MizunoSpeakers: Sanjay S. Dhall, Joseph C. Maroon, Hiroshi Nakagawa, Vedantam Rajshekhar, William C. Welch, Robert G. WhitmoreLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss the challenges of spinal fusion surgery.

> Discuss the complications and avoidance pearls for spinal fusion procedures.

> Review the clinical and radiographic outcomes of spinal fusion surgery.

> Recognize cost implications of spinal fusion surgery.

— 1:00–1:30 pmDebate: Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy—Laminoplasty vs. Fusion?

— 1:00–1:08 pm Laminoplasty Hiroshi Nakagawa

— 1:08–1:16 pm Fusion Vedantam Rajshekhar

— 1:16–1:24 pm Cost Effectiveness Comparison Robert G. Whitmore

— 1:24–1:30 pm Panel Discussion

— 1:30–1:38 pm Type II Odontoid Fractures: Age-based Solutions Sanjay S. Dhall

— 1:38–1:46 pm Grade I Spondylolisthesis: Implications of Value-based Solutions William C. Welch

— 1:46–1:52 pm Disc Herniations in the Athlete: When to Fuse? Joseph C. Maroon


Scientific Session V

2:00–3:00 pm MIS Challenges and Solutions

Moderators: Dean Chou, Juan S. UribeSpeakers: Richard G. Fessler, Frank M. Phillips, Luiz Pimenta, William R. Taylor, Alexander R. Vaccaro, Michael Y. WangLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Recognize the indications and limitations of minimally invasive lateral access surgery.

> Relate approaches to commonly presented problems in spinal surgery.

— 2:00–2:22 pmDebate: Lateral Access MIS Surgery—Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?

— 2:00–2:08 pm Pro MIS: Less Invasive = Less Infected! Frank M. Phillips

— 2:08–2:16 pm Con MIS: Less Invasive = Less Effective! Robert Hart


— 2:22–2:30 pm Stand-alone Lateral Interbody Fusion—Does it Have a Role? Luiz Pimenta

— 2:30–2:38 pm Limitations of Lateral MIS Surgery: Not for Everyone! William R. Taylor

— 2:38–2:46 pm The Growing Role of Lateral MIS Surgery in Deformity Correction (ASD) Michael Y. Wang

— 2:46–2:54 pm Lateral MIS Imperfect, but in Demand! What Is Its Future? Richard G. Fessler


3:00–3:30 pm Beverage Break and What’s New Session III Moderators: John Chi, Daniel C. Lu

ORAL PRESENTATIONS


> Analyze the findings of novel neurosurgical studies; critique the design and methodology of these studies.

> List important areas for further knowledge development and research.

> Identify the most important ongoing clinical trials.

3:30–4:30 pm Top 10 Charlie Kuntz Scholar Platform Presentations Moderators: R. John Hurlbert, Charles A. Sansur

4:30–5:30 pm Concurrent Oral Platform Session I Deformity Moderators: Frank La Marca, Kris Radcliff

4:30–5:30 pm Concurrent Oral Platform Session II Trauma Moderators: Eve C. Tsai, John E. Ziewacz

4:30–5:30 pm Concurrent Oral Platform Session III MIS Moderators: John E. O’Toole, Paul Park



Peripheral Nerve Session

Friday, March 18, 2016

Specialty Breakout I

7:00–9:00 am Deformity

Moderators: D. Kojo Hamilton, Frank La MarcaSpeakers: Kai Ming Fu, Munish Gupta, Roger Hartl, David O. Okonkwo, Paul Park, Frank Schwab Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss the different treatment options for spinal deformity cases.

> Discuss deformity classification systems and surgical candidacy.

> Review minimally invasive options available in the treatment of spinal deformity.

> Recognize the challenges in spinal deformity management and best practices available.

— 7:00–8:00 am Deformity: Oral Platform Presentations

— 8:00–8:30 pm Debate: Optimal Approach to Avoid Proximal Junctional Kyphosis

— 8:00–8:08 am MIS: Minimize Trauma to Minimize Failure Paul Park

— 8:08– 8:16 am OPEN: Maximize Fusion Mass to Minimize Failure Munish Gupta

— 8:16– 8:24 am HYBRID: A Happy Medium Exists David O. Okonkwo

— 8:24 am–8:30 am Panel Discussion

— 8:30–8:38 am Challenges in Adult Spinal Deformity Classification: Is There a Universal Solution? Frank Schwab

— 8:38–8:46 am Challenges in Adult Spinal Deformity Surgical Candidacy: The MISDEF Solution Kai Ming Fu

— 8:46–8:54 am Challenges in Image Guidance for Adult Spinal Deformity: What Solutions Exist? Roger Hartl


Specialty Breakout II

7:00–9:00 am Trauma

Moderators: Beejal Y. Amin, Scott A. MeyerSpeakers: Sanjay S. Dhall, Michael G. Fehlings, James S. Harrop, Allan D. Levi, Alexander R. Vaccaro, Michael Y. WangLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Assess the various forms of spine trauma treatment protocols.

> Identify best surgical practices for patients with traumatic spine injuries.

> Review the risks and benefits of hypothermia when used to treat spinal cord injury.

> Discuss utility of minimally invasive options when treating spine fractures.

— 7:00–8:00 am Trauma: Oral Platform Presentations

— 8:00–8:20 amDebate: Thoracolumbar Burst Fractures

— 8:00–8:08 am OPEN: Stabilize and Fuse: Go Long or Go Home! Edward C. Benzel

— 8:08–8:16 am MIS: Short Segment Percutaneous Fixation: Short and Sweet! Michael Y. Wang


— 8:20–8:28 am Odontoid Fractures in the Elderly: Surgery or Brace? Sanjay S. Dhall

— 8:28–8:36 am Compression Fractures in the Elderly: Does Surgery Help? James S. Harrop


Moderators: Rajiv Midha, Robert J. Spinner Speakers: Allan J. Belzberg, Holly Gilmer, Kimberly Harbaugh, Marie-Noelle Hebert-Blouin, Helene Khoung, Allan D. Levi, Rajiv Midha, Robert J. Spinner, Gregory R. TrostCourse Description: This course will implement a case-based format to review the spectrum of peripheral nerve disorders. The discussion will provide an overview of the evaluation and manage-ment of patients with nerve entrapments, injuries, tumors, and pain syndromes.Learning Objectives: Upon comple-tion of this course, participants will be able to

> Describe a systematic approach to patients with a wide range of peripheral nerve disorders.

> Develop a non-operative or operative management for these conditions.

> Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and expected outcomes of various surgical techniques.

— 2:00–2:10 pm Clinical Approach to the Peripheral Nerve Robert J. Spinner

— 2:10–2:20 pm Fundamentals of Nerve Injury and Regeneration Rajiv Midha

— 2:20–2:40 pm Upper Extremity Entrapments Holly Gilmer

— 2:40–3:00 pm Brachial Plexus Injury Gregory R. Trost

— 3:00–3:20 pm Beverage Break and Discussion

— 3:20–3:40 pm Lower Extremity Entrapments Marie-Noelle Hebert-Blouin

— 3:40–4:00 pm Injury and Repair Helene Khoung

— 4:00–4:20 pm Nerve Tumors Kimberly Harbaugh

— 4:20–4:40 pm Pain Allan J. Belzberg

— 4:40–5:00 pm Hot Seat Cases Allan D. Levi

— 5:00–5:30 pmDiscussion



— 8:40–8:48 am

Early Surgery for Acute SCI: How Fast Do We Need To Be? Michael G. Fehlings

— 8:48–8:56 am Hypothermia: A Viable Option to Treat Acute SCI? Allan D. Levi


Specialty Breakout III

7:00–9:00 am Tumor

Moderators: Ilya Laufer, John H. Shin Speakers: Mark H. Bilsky, Dean Chou, Charles Fisher, Ziya L. Gokaslan, Ehud Mendel, Laurence D. RhinesLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss surgical options for spinal metastasis.

> Assess instability challenges in spine tumor surgery.

> Identify the role of minimally invasive techniques in spine tumor surgery.

— 7:00 am–8:00 am Tumor: Oral Platform Presentations

— 8:00–8:22 amDebate: Surgical Options for Spinal Metastasis

— 8:00–8:08 am Vertebrectomy is the Best Option: Go Big or Go Home! Ziya L. Gokaslan

— 8:08–8:16 am Separation Surgery Is a Safe Option: Less Is More! Mark H. Bilsky


— 8:22–8:30 am

Instability Challenges in Spine Tumor Surgery Charles Fisher

— 8:30–8:38 am Is There a Role for MIS in Spine Tumor Surgery? Dean Chou

— 8:38–8:46 am Complication Avoidance in Spine Tumor Surgery Laurence D. Rhines

— 8:46–8:54 am The Cost of Spine Tumor Surgery Ehud Mendel


9:00–9:45 am Beverage Break and What’s New Session IV Moderator: Wilson Zachary Ray

Scientific Session VI

9:45–10:45 am Surgical Site Infections: Impact on the Patient, the Hospital, and You

Moderators: Bryan D. Bolinger, Eric A. Potts, Volker K. H. Sonntag Speakers: Sigurd Berven, Charles L. Branch, Jr., Joseph S. Cheng, Vedat Deviren, Mark N. Hadley, Tyler R. Koski, David O. OkonkwoLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Assess various treatment approaches to surgical site infections.

> Describe challenges of surgical site infection and its economic impact.

> Evaluate various pre- and post-op measures to minimize surgical site infection.

> Review the significant role that nutrition plays in the development of surgical site infections.

— 9:45–10:00 amDebate: Intraoperative Use of Vancomycin Powder to Prevent Surgical Site Infections

— 9:45–9:50 am Decreases Fusion!Joseph Alexander

— 9:50–9:55 am Decreases Infection!Sigurd Berven


— 10:00–10:08 am

Economic Impact of SSIs Joseph S. Cheng

— 10:08–10:16 am Preoperative Measures to Prevent SSIs Vedat Deviren

— 10:16–10:24 am Nutrition and SSIs David O. Okonkwo

— 10:24–10:32 am Intraoperative Measures that Influence SSIs Tyler R. Koski

— 10:32–10:40 am Management of Surgical Site Infections Charles L. Branch, Jr.


Scientific Session VII

10:45–12:15 pm New Payment Models: Bundling vs. Bungling

Moderators: John E. O’Toole, Charles A. Sansur Speakers: Joseph S. Cheng, Stephen L. Ondra, Daniel K. Resnick, Steve Shapiro, John Allen WilsonLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss new payment models in relation to spinal neurosurgery.

> Review the potential financial impact of these various payment models.

> Discuss how the various payment models affect the payers as well as the providers.

> Recognize the relationship between quality of care and patient satisfaction.

— 10:45–11:35 amDebate: Impact of New Payment Models on Spine Care

— 10:45–11:00 am The Payer Perspective Stephen L. Ondra

— 11:00–11:15 am The Health System Perspective Steve Shapiro

— 11:15–11:30 am The Provider Perspective Joseph S. Cheng




— 11:35–11:45 am Current Challenges in Legislative Advocacy for Spine Care—Providers Shelly Timmons

— 11:45–11:55 am Current Challenges in Legislative Advocacy for Spine Care—Navigating Quality and Cost in Spine Care John J. Knightly

— 11:55–12:05 pm Current Challenges in Legislative Advocacy for Spine Care—Relationship of Patient Satisfaction to Quality of Spine Care Daniel K. Resnick

— 12:05–12:15 pm Current Challenges in Legislative Advocacy for Spine CarePanel Discussion

DSPN Business Meeting

— 12:15–12:30 pm DSPN Business Meeting Presiding Officers: Praveen Mummaneni, Marjorie C. Wang

— 12:15–12:18 pm Washington Committee Report Katie O. Orrico

— 12:18–12:21 pm Secretary’s Report Marjorie C. Wang

— 12:21–12:24 pm Treasurer’s Report Michael Y. Wang

— 12:24–12:27 pm Future Sites Committee Report Christopher E. Wolfla

— 12:27–12:30 pm Nominating Committee Report R. John Hurlbert

Lunch Symposium I

12:30–2:00 pm $200AOA: Own the Bone® The Spine Practitioner Taking Ownership of the Bone

Includes Lunch Moderators: Paul A. Anderson, Justin S. SmithSpeakers: Christopher P. Ames, Kyle Jeray, Tyler R. KoskiDescription: This symposium introduces Own the Bone® to the spine community to encourage spine practitioners caring for patients with osteoporosis to take owner-ship. The symposium emphasizes the use of diagnostic tests, initiating treatment, and providing leadership to develop fracture liaison programs. Further, the symposium reviews the pathophysiology of metabolic bone disease. The assessment of osteopo-rosis and the estimation of fracture risk are discussed. Although most spine practitioners will not provide pharmacologic management, the use of these agents and their effective-ness are reviewed so that patients may be appropriately advised whether they have optimal treatment. Nutritional and vitamin deficiencies are common in osteoporotic pa-tients and can easily be addressed by spine practitioners.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this symposium, participants will gain strategies to:

> Motivate spine practitioners to diagnosis and begin medical management of patients with metabolic bone disease.

> Recognize the value to patients of fracture liaison services.

> Identify patients at fracture risk from osteoporosis.

> Advise patients regarding pharmacologic therapy to manage osteoporosis.

> Recommend nutritional supplementation and rehabilitation in patients with osteoporosis.

> Recognize surgical considerations for patients with osteoporosis.

— 12:30–12:45 pm The Pathophysiology of Metabolic Bone Disease Kyle Jeray

— 12:45–1:00 pm Assessment of Osteoporosis Justin S. Smith

— 1:00–1:15 pm Medical Management Paul A. Anderson

— 1:15–1:30 pm Teriparatide: Is this an Answer in Geriatric Patients Christopher P. Ames

— 1:30–1:45 pm Case Discussions: Surgical Considerations in Osteoporotic Patients Tyler R. Koski

— 1:45–2:00 pm Discussion and Questions

Lunch Symposium II

12:30–2:00 pm $200Spinal Oncology Challenges

Includes lunch Moderators: Ali A. Baaj, Srinivas K. PrasadSpeakers: Dean Chou, Ziya L. Gokaslan, Ilya Laufer, Paul McCormick, Daniel M. Sciubba, Khoi ThanCourse Description: This course will explore contemporary treatment strategies for oncologic diseases of the spine. Com-peting management options for common problems will be explored and debated by leaders in the field. Emphasis will be placed on emerging techniques and technologies, examining contemporary applications of MIS and stereotactic radiosurgery to both intradural and extradural neoplasms.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss open, minimally invasive and multimodal approaches to metastatic epidural spinal cord compression.

> Review the evolving role of SRS in spinal oncology.

> Discuss advances in the management of intramedullary and intradural-extramedullary tumors.

— 12:30–1:10 pmDebate: The Evolving Surgical Role in Metastatic Epidural Spinal Cord Compression

— 12:30–12:40 pm Traditional Open Surgical Techniques Ziya L. Gokaslan

— 12:40–12:50 pm Modern Day MIS Techniques Dean Chou

— 12:50–1:00 pm Separation Surgery with SRS Daniel M. Sciubba




— 1:10–1:25 pm The Role for SRS in Spinal Oncology Ilya Laufer

— 1:25–1:40 pm MIS Approaches to Intra Dural Extra Medullary Tumors Khoi Than

— 1:40–1:55 pm Contemporary Approaches to Intra Medulary Spinal Cord Tumors Paul McCormick


Lunch Symposium III

12:30–2:00 pm $200The Latest and Greatest in Spine Navigation

Includes Lunch Moderators: Roger Hartl, Rod J. OskouianSpeakers: Doniel Drazen, J. Patrick Johnson, Noojan Kazemi, David O. Okonkwo, Charles Sansur Course Description: The use of image guidance in spine surgery has enhanced our ability to safely and reproducibly place hardware in the spine. There are many factors that can influence the efficacy of intraoperative navigation in the spine. Initially surgeons were using intraoperative naviga-tion on revision cases, but now it is routinely being used for one or two level cases as well as the cervical spine. The course is specifically designed for neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons who are practicing spine surgery and would like to learn more about spine navigation. In addition, it is for surgeons who are already using spine navigation but would like to extend the capabilities of their navigation system to do more complex cases. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Maximize spine hardware placement accuracy.

> Increase efficiency of spine navigation. > Describe bailout strategies.

— 12:30 – 12:45 pmNavigation in Spinal Deformity David O. Okonkwo

— 12:45 – 1:00 pmPitfalls of Navigation Doniel Drazin

— 1:00 – 1:15 pmNavigate Everything?J. Patrick Johnson

— 1:15 – 1:30 pmNavigation for Spine Trauma Charles Sansur

— 1:30 – 1:45 pmAccuracy of Navigation Noojan Kazemi

— 1:45 – 2:00 pmQuestions and Discussion

Spine Section Cadaver Lab

2:00–5:30 pm $500Spine Section Cadaver Lab Course Director: Luis M. Tumialan, Rishi Kumar Wadhwa Course Description: In this course, partic-ipants will engage in hands-on learning of innovative new technologies in spine and peripheral nerve surgery. Taught as a four-hour cadaver lab, participants will learn advanced techniques in minimally invasive and deformity spine surgery and periph-eral nerve repair. Rotations include direct lateral lumbar approaches, minimally in-vasive lumbar fusion, percutaneous screw fixation, endoscopic decompression, spinal deformity correction, and peripheral nerve grafting. One-on-one instruction will be performed with experienced faculty using the latest state-of-the-art instrumentation and devices. Surgeons with limited prior experience will learn practical techniques to introduce into their clinical practice. Those with advanced experience will have the opportunity to share surgical technique refinement with expert faculty, and to sur-vey a variety of new technologies.Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Describe indications and techniques for various new technologies in spine surgery.

> Describe indications and techniques for various new technologies in peripheral nerve surgery.

> Describe complication avoidance and management for various new technologies in spine and peripheral nerve surgery.

7:00–9:00 pmYoung Neurosurgeons Reception and DinnerSpeaker: Philip R. Weinstein

Saturday, March 19, 2016

Oral Presentations


> Analyze the findings of novel neurosurgical studies; critique the design and methodology of these studies.

> List important areas for further knowledge development and research.

> Identify the most important ongoing clinical trials.

7:00–8:00 am Concurrent Oral Platform Session IV Focus on CervicalModerators: Robert Michael Galler, Steven Vanni

7:00–8:00 am Concurrent Oral Platform Session V Focus on Thoracolumbar Moderators: Kurt M. Eichholz, Gregory R. Trost

7:00–8:00 am Concurrent Oral Platform Session VI Focus on Peripheral Nerve and Spinal Cord InjuryModerators: Asdrubal Falavigna, Shekar N. Kurpad

Scientific Session VIII

8:00–9:00 am Spinal Motion Preservation: Cost Effective or Clamor and Commotion

Moderators: Cheerag D. Upadhyaya, Robert G. Whitmore Speakers: Edward C. Benzel, Domagoj Coric, Mark Edwin Shaffrey, Vincent C. Traynelis, Jau–ching WuLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss the pros and cons of cervical disc arthroplasty for spondylotic myelopathy.

> Assess the current treatment solutions for cervical disc arthroplasty.

> Recognize potential complications and avoidance pearls when performing cervical arthroplasty.

> Review the cost-effectiveness of cervical arthroplasty.



— 8:00–8:22 amDebate: Cervical Disc Arthroplasty for Spondylotic Myelopathy

— 8:00–8:08 am Pro: Motion LIMITS Commotion Mark Edwin Shaffrey

— 8:08–8:16 pm Con: Motion CAUSES Commotion Edward C. Benzel


— 8:22–8:30 am

Latest Update on Cervical Arthroplasty Options and Challenges Domagoj Coric

— 8:30–8:38 am Avoiding Subsidence and Heterotopic Ossification Arthroplasty Jau–ching Wu

— 8:38–8:46 am Adjacent Level Disease: What are the Odds? Vincent C. Traynelis

— 8:46–8:54 am Cost-effectiveness of Cervical Arthroplasty Kris Radcliff


9:00–9:20 am Beverage Break

Scientific Session IX

11:00–12:00 pm Imaging, Trauma, and Trials

Moderators: Paul M. Arnold, Khoi Duc Than Speakers: Michael G. Fehlings, Robert Hart, Joseph C. Maroon, Vedantam Rajshekhar, Steven S. YocomLearning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

> Discuss the pros and cons for the use of MRI in the intact trauma patient with NP.

> Review the most recent data from national spinal cord injury trials.

> Assess when it is safe to return to play after spine trauma.

— 11:00–11:25 amDebate: Need for MRI in the Intact Trauma Patient with Neck Pain

— 11:00–11:10 am Pro MRI: Get It and Clear Them! Steven S. Yocom

— 11:10–11:20 am Nay MRI: Waste of Money! Vedantam Rajshekhar


— 11:25–11:35 am The Changing Face of SCI Trials Michael G. Fehlings

— 11:35–11:45 am Anterior Column Support for Vertebral Body Fractures: When Is It Really Needed? Robert Hart

— 11:45–11:55 am Return to Play After Spine Trauma: When Is It Safe to Play, and When It Isn’t! Joseph C. Maroon


12:00 pmMeeting Adjourns

All speakers and topics subject to change.


9:20–11:00 am Cahill Controversies

Moderators: Adam S. Kanter, David O. Okonkwo

— 9:20–9:40 amHigh Grade Spondylolisthesis (Gr III): How Important is Balance Restoration?

— 9:20–9:28 am Fuse In-situ: Simpler and SaferEric Woodard

— 9:28–9:36 am Realign the Spine: Sacral Dome Osteotomy and Restore BalanceLarry Lenke

— 9:36–9:40 am Questions and Discussion

— 9:40–10:00 am Interbody Cages as an Adjunct to Lumbar Fusion

— 9:40–9:48 amCages Add Load Sharing and SuccessDomagoj Coric

— 9:48–9:56 am Cages Add Unnecessary Cost, Time, and Risk Jens Chapman


— 10:00–10:20 am

Cervical Disc Herniation in the Athlete

— 10:00 - 10:08 amMaintain the MotionR. John Hurlbert

— 10:08 - 10:16 am Just Fuse It Michael W. Groff


— 10:20–10:40 amCreating Sagittal Balance

— 10:20–10:28 amAttack from the Back: Osteotomies and ContractGerald E. Rodts

— 10:28–10:36 am Arrive Through the Side: Lateral Distraction is the Modern OsteotomyRichard Fessler


— 10:40–11:00 amSacroiliac Joint Pain

— 10:40–10:48 am Fuse It David Polly

— 10:48–10:56 amNot in My Operating RoomRobert Heary

— 10:56–11:00 amQuestions and Discussion

CAHILL CONTROVERSIES


This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves. The Congress of Neurological Surgeons is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA Credit Designation StatementThe CNS designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Credit*A maximum of 17.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ may be earned for Scientific Sessions only.

Mid-level PractitionersAttendees will receive a certificate of attendance for the general Scientific Program and for any optional events attended. Please contact your individual membership association and certification board to determine the requirements for accepting credits.

Additional CME Credits can be earned by attending the following:

Special CoursesAttendees will receive a maximum of 3.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for each eligible half-day Special Course. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Luncheon SymposiaAttendees will receive a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for each eligible Luncheon Symposium. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ACCREDITATION

MARCH 19-20, 2016LOEWS ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT

SANS MOC BOARD REVIEW COURSE

Stay another day for the SANS MOC Board Review Course! Save big when you register for the SANS MOC Board Review Course and Spine Summit together

Special Pricing for Spine Summit Registrants$850 Full Course (Saturday and Sunday)

$350 Spine and Peripheral Nerves Review (Saturday only)

Visit cns.org/sansmoc for more details. To receive the special pricing, register for the course using your Spine Summit registration form.

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Social Events + General Information

Opening ReceptionWednesday, March 166:30–8:00 pmExperience the natural elegance of the islands in a secluded, dramatic setting with a lava-rock fire pit, tiki torches, and exotic foliage. Enjoy a lavish array of food and beverages and listen to live entertainment while you mingle with old friends and new colleagues. Each medical attendee and spouse/guest registered for the meeting will receive one complimentary ticket to the Opening Reception. Resort casual attire is recommended.

Who Should AttendEducational sessions are geared toward neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, spine care specialists, fellows, residents, physician assistants/physician extenders, and nurse clinicians, and are applicable to the practice of spine and peripheral nerve surgery.

Meeting PurposeThe purpose of Spine Summit 2016, the 32nd Annual Meeting of the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, is to provide continuing medical education to neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, spine care specialists, fellows, residents, physician extenders, and nurse clinicians involved in the practice of spine and peripheral nerve surgery. Education is provided in the form of didactic lectures, special courses demonstrating neurosurgical techniques, exhibits presenting the newest instruments and information, and oral presentations providing the latest information regarding clinical advances in neurological surgery.

Area Attractions and Tour Information Enjoy a South Seas vacation without sailing halfway around the globe at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida. A lagoon and sandy-white beach set the stage for your adventure. After spending the day poolside, experience a Wantilan Luau, or indulge your-self at the Mandara Spa® at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Right next door are the theme parks Universal Studios Florida® and Universal’s Islands of Adventure®, with Wet ‘n Wild® just minutes away. Don’t miss the Universal CityWalk® entertainment and shopping complex. All guests receive exclusive theme-park benefits that will make your time at Universal Orlando® even more thrilling. To obtain more information about visiting the theme park, visit the official website universalorlando.com/convention or contact any member of the Loews Royal Pacific Resort concierge team at (407) 503-3200. It is best to make arrangements in advance. The concierge team will be available to assist you on site as well.Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort logos © 2015 UCF Hotel Venture. All rights reserved. © 2015 Wet 'n Wild. All rights reserved. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2015 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

Children’s Programs and Child CareThe Loews Royal Pacific Resort offers several options for your babysitting needs. There is a Kids Camp operated by Kid’s Nite Out. This service is for children ages 4–14 and rotates among the three on-site resorts. The cost is $15 per hour per child, and meals are an additional $15 per child. Camp hours are Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 to 11:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 5:00 pm to 12:00 am. Please contact the concierge at (407) 503-3200 for the weekly camp location schedule and to make reservations.

Kid’s Nite Out also offers in-room babysitting along with Sunshine Babysitting. Both companies are licensed, bonded, and insured. Detailed information is provided below.

Kid’s Nite Outkidsniteout.comReservations: (407) 828-09201 Child: $18.00 per hour*4-hour minimum$10 transportation fee for each reservation24-hour cancellation policy

Sunshine Babysittingsunshinebabysitting.comReservations: (407) 421-65051 Child: $14 per hour*4-hour minimum$10 transportation fee for each reservation24-hour cancellation policy

* Please note price may vary depending on time of

service, holidays, and/or special events.

The Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves is not affiliated with nor is it endorsing the services of any childcare program. Please contact the resort concierge at (407) 503-3200 for additional information and applicable fees.

EvaluationsThe evaluation process is a key component in providing cutting-edge programming at the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting. Your feedback on the quality and diversity of the program helps to determine future Annual Meeting programming. Your voice is important, and your opinions are valued!

Speaker Ready RoomThe Speaker Ready Room will be available Wednesday, March 16, through Saturday, March 19. All speakers and abstract presenters should visit the Speaker Ready Room at least one hour prior to their presentations.

No Smoking PolicySmoking is not permitted at any official Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerve Annual Meeting event. Smoking is allowed at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort in designated areas only.

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Hotel Accommodations The Loews Royal Pacific Resort offers luxury accommodations and amenities your whole family is sure to enjoy, from fine dining to a host of recreation activities. Located inside Universal Orlando, this island-themed resort overlooks a lagoon and is a 12-minute walk from Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and Universal Studios Florida®. Smoking is allowed in designated outdoor areas only.

Resort Amenities: > Complimentary in-room internet access > Deluxe guest rooms > Lagoon-style swimming pool > Sandy beach with volleyball nets > Fitness center > Theme park shuttles and fast-track

admission to rides > Mandara Spa, located moments away

at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel > Two fine dining restaurants, one casual

dining restaurant, a lounge, and a bar > Access to sister property restaurants

via free shuttle to and from hotel

Hotel Room RatesStandard Guest Room

$271.13 Single/Double*

$299.25 Triple*

$327.38 Quad*

* Above rates include applicable state and local taxes.

A portion of the room rate will be utilized to cover the

cost of registration and housing services.

These special rates are only available until the February 19, 2016, cut-off date. The Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves cannot guarantee the availability of this rate after the cut-off date. Rates are effective three days prior to and three days after the official meeting dates of March 16–19, 2016. Confirmation for dates other than official meeting dates, made prior to the cut-off date, will be based on availability.

Reservations can be made online or via fax, phone, or mail. Visit cns.org/spine to make your reservation today!

Hotel Reservation Information and DeadlinesHotel reservations are only available to reg-istered Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves attendees. You must first register for Spine Summit before mak-ing your hotel arrangements. Rooms are subject to availability. Reserve your room by February 19, 2016.

DepositA deposit equal to one night’s room and tax is required to hold each guest’s reser-vation. This payment must be submitted with your registration fees. Credit cards will be charged in mid-February. Please make checks payable to the DSPN Housing Center and mail checks to: DSPN Regis-tration and Housing Center, 6100 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 3500, Plano, TX 75093. All rooms are subject to applicable state and local taxes. Hotel reservations requested without deposit will not be accepted.

Hotel Confirmations, Cancellations, or ChangesThrough February 22

> All changes and cancellations must be made through the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and Housing Center.

> Rooms are not transferable. > Refunds for hotel deposits will be

issued by the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and Housing Center if registration is cancelled.

Beginning February 23 > All changes and cancellations must be

made directly with the hotel. > If cancellation notice is not received

according to the hotel policy, the deposit may be forfeited.

> Check your hotel confirmation and contact the hotel directly for information.

Support the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves by booking your hotel room for Spine Summit using one of the methods listed on the housing form. In order to obtain the necessary meeting and exhibit space at the hotel, the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves must commit to a minimum number of guest rooms. If that commitment is not fulfilled, the Section will incur significant financial penalties and have difficulty obtaining sufficient meeting space in the future. Unfortunately, this can have a major impact on the member services and programs that the Section is able to offer in the future. We appreciate your commitment to the Section by staying at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort.

Transportation to the ResortShuttle and Car ServiceThe hotel does not provide complimentary transportation; however, Destination MCO is their preferred transportation company, and they can be reached at (407) 422-2522 or online at destinationmco.com. They offer private livery transportation services and can arrange group transportation as well.

Individual shuttle services can be arranged through Mears Transportation prior to arrival online at mearstransportation.com.

Housing + Travel Information

Housing DeadlineFRIDAY

FEB. 19, 2016



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Credit Card Payments > US dollars and drawn on a US bank > Visa > MasterCard > American Express

What’s Included in the Registration Fee?Medical Registration includes the following:

> Daily continental breakfasts > Daily beverage breaks > Daily Scientific Sessions > Entrance to the exhibit hall > One ticket to Wednesday Opening

Reception > One ticket to Thursday lunch with

exhibitors > One ticket to Friday lunch with

exhibitors

Spouse/Guest Registration Includes : > Daily Continental Breakfasts with

medical attendees > Daily Scientific Sessions > Entrance to the Exhibit Hall > One ticket to Wednesday Opening

Reception

Child RegistrationAlthough there is no registration fee, children under 18 years of age should register for the Annual Meeting to receive a badge and the following:

> Daily Continental Breakfasts with medical attendees

> Daily Scientific Sessions > One ticket to Wednesday Opening

Reception > Entrance to the Exhibit Hall. Special

Note: Children under the age of 18 are not allowed on the exhibit floor

Speaker RegistrationComplimentary registration will not be provided for one-day speakers. All speakers must register at the applicable registration rate.

Onsite Registration HoursWednesday, March 1611:00 am–6:00 pm

Thursday, March 176:00 am–6:00 pm

Friday, March 186:00 am–6:00 pm

Saturday, March 196:00 am–12:00 pm

Registration Cancellation/Refund PolicyAll refund requests must be received in writing by February 19.Requests accepted via:E-mail: [email protected]: (972) 349-7715Mail: DSPN Registration and Housing 6100 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 3500Plano, TX 75093

Cancellation Date ScheduleBefore February 29A full refund is provided less a $100 processing fee. Special courses, symposia, and events will be refunded in full until this date.

After February 29 and No ShowsAbsolutely no refunds will be issued after this date for registration, special courses, symposia, and events regardless of cause.

Americans with Disabilities Act/Special Needs and RequestsThe Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves wishes to take the neces-sary steps to ensure that no individual with a disability is excluded, denied services, seg-regated, or otherwise treated differently than other individuals because of the absence of auxiliary aids and services. Please let us know if, under the ADA, you require special accommodations or services in order to attend the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting. Your requirements should be sent directly to the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Housing and Registration Center at wyndhamjade.com or call (866) 931-9543. Please provide any requests at least 30 days prior to Spine Summit 2016 to guarantee accommoda-tion. Scooter and wheelchair rentals are available by contacting ScootAround, Inc., at their toll-free hotline: (888) 441-7575. You can also submit a rental inquiry on the web at scootaround.com.

Important Dates to Remember

February 19Advance Registration and Housing

Deadline

February 29Cancellation Deadline

$100 processing fee will be charged for written cancellations received by

this date, regardless of cause. Special course, symposia and event tickets will be

refunded in full until this date.

Absolutely no refunds will be given after February 29, regardless of cause.

Online:cns.org/spine

Fax:(972) 349-7715—US & Canada

Mail:DSPN Registration and Housing 6100 W. Plano Parkway Suite 3500Plano, TX 75093

Allow five business days for registration and housing confirmation. The Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and the Housing Center are not responsible for faxes or e-mails not received due to circumstances beyond their control.

Register today using one of these three methods:

Registration Information

Advance Registration Deadline

FRIDAYFEB. 19, 2016

Register early -- prices increase $100 after this date!

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ADVANCE REGISTRATION + HOUSING FORMFour ways to register in advance:

1. Online: www.cns.org/spine (credit card only)2. Phone: (800) 931-9543 or (972) 349-55393. Fax: (972) 349-7715 (credit card only)4. Mail: DSPN REGISTRATION AND HOUSING CENTER

6100 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 3500Plano, TX 75093REGISTRATION CANCELLATION/REFUNDS

Registration Information Please print or type legibly using one form per person. The name and address entered below will be used for CME Certificate.

Last Name First Name Credentials

Institution/Hospital/Office/Company

Address City State/Providence Country Zip/Postal Code

Telephone (if international please include country code) Fax E-mail

Spouse/Guest Name (if applicable: please print name as it will appear on badge)

Child Name(s) and age(s)

Hotel ReservationsIndividuals requiring hotel reservations must first register for the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting.

Arrival Date: Departure Date: No Room Required Staying At/With:

Room Preference (check one)

Single (1 person)–$271.13* Double (2 people, 1 bed)–$271.13* Double/Double (2 people, 2 beds)–$271.13*

Triple (3 people)–$299.25 Quad (4 people)–$327.38

* Above rates include applicable state and local taxes. A portion of the room rate will be utilized to cover the cost of registration and housing services.

The Loews Royal Pacific Resort will make every effort to honor specific requests; however, they reserve the right to provide alternative accommodations when necessary.

Special Requests Handicap-accessible Room Crib (additional fee may apply) Rollaway bed (additional fee may apply)

Special requests are subject to availability upon arrival at the hotel.

Please check this box if you are interested in reserving a suite. (Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and HousingCenter representative will contact you regarding suite availability and rates. In the meantime, a standard room will be assigned.)

Hotel Change/ Cancellation PolicyThrough February 22, all changes are subject to availability, and cancellations may be made online at cns.org/spine or via e-mail at [email protected].

Beginning February 23, up to 72 hours prior to your scheduled arrival date, please contact the Loews Royal Pacific Resort directly with all changes or cancellations. The hotel will retain the deposit for cancellations not made at least 72 hours prior to your confirmed arrival date. This cancellation policy is strictly enforced, and no exceptions will be made. Please retain the cancellation information from the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and Housing Center, as the hotel cancellation number is proof of the cancellation. This number will be required to resolve any disputes.

Meeting Registration FeesRegistration Category Received on or Before February 19, 2016 Received After February 19, 2016Spine Section Member $500 $600NASS Member $500 $600Orthopedic Surgeon/ACOS* $500 $600SRS Member $500 $600SMISS Member $500 $600ISASS Member $500 $600AO Spine Member $500 $600CSRS Member $500 $600ACSR Member $500 $600Non-Member $500 $600Non-Physician, Non-Member $500 $600Resident $50 $75Medical Student $0 $0Nurse $350 $450Physician Assistant $350 $450Spouse/Guest $100 $130Child $0 $0

Subtotal for Registration Fee Section $

*All Physician Registration Fees Include a One-year Complimentary Spine Section Membership

Advance Registration Deadline

FRIDAYFEB. 19, 2016

Register early -- prices increase $100 after this date!

SPECIAL COURSES + LUNCHEON SYMPOSIA TICKET ORDER

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 1:30–5:30 pm

SPECIAL COURSES

Special Course I—Business Challenges & Solutions:Surviving in a BundleMedical Registrant $200

Special Course II—SRS: Deformity Challenges & Solutions:Predicting and Achieving Spine AlignmentMedical Registrant $200

Special Course III—BNS: Spine Trauma Challenges & SolutionsMedical Registrant $200

Special Course IV—NSI: Economic, Quality, and SurgicalPractice Trends in IndiaMedical Registrant $200

Special Course V -- SOLAS: Advanced Lateral AccessChallenges and Solutions: A Case Based ApproachMedical Registrant $200

FRIDAY, MARCH 18 12:30–2:00 pm

LUNCHEON SYMPOSIA

Luncheon Symposium I—AO: Own the Bone®

Medical Registrant $200 (includes lunch) – (LSI)

Luncheon Symposium II—Spinal Oncology ChallengesMedical Registrant $200 (includes lunch) – (LSII)

Luncheon Symposium III—The Latest and Greatest in SpineNavigationMedical Registrant $200 (includes lunch)—(LSIII)

FRIDAY, MARCH 7 2:00–5:30 pm

CADAVER COURSE

Cadaver LabMedical Registrant $500

CNS SANS MOC BOARD REVIEW COURSE

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 12:00–7:45 pm SUNDAY, MARCH 20 6:30 am–1:00 pm FULL COURSE (BOTH DAYS $850)

SATURDAY, MARCH 19 12:00–4:00 pm

SPINE & PERIPHERAL NERVE PORTION (ONE DAY ONLY $350)

SUBTOTAL FOR SPECIAL COURSES / LUNCHEON SYMPOSIA /CADAVER COURSE SECTION/CNS SANS MOC BOARD REVIEW COURSE $

PAYMENT

HOTEL TOTAL $

REGISTRATION TOTAL $

CNS SANS MOC BOARD REVIEWCOURSE TOTAL $

GRAND TOTAL $

Check: Full payment must accompany your registrationform. Please make REGISTRATION check payable to the DSPN Registration Center. Please make HOUSING check payable to the DSPN Housing Center. Please send both of your checks to: DSPN Registration and Housing Center, 6100 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 3500, Plano, TX 75093. (Any checks received from an overseas bank will be returned. Any checks returned for insufficient funds are subject to additional charges.)

Credit Card Authorization: Credit card will be charged imme-diately.

Visa MasterCard American Express

Credit card number Expiration date CCV code

Name of Cardholder (print)

Signature (I agree to pay according to the credit card issuer agreement)

By signing this form: I authorize the Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and Housing Center to charge my credit card for the total payment due, acknowledge that the Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves registration cancellation policies are in effect and grant the Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves the right to use photos taken at Spine Summit 2016, the Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Annual Meeting, that include me in promotional materials for future meetings.

These fees are subject to audit in case of error. The Joint Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves Registration and Housing Center reserves the right to correct the error and charge the appropriate fees.

Registration Cancellation Policy—Full registration refunds, less a $100 processing fee, will be granted if written requests for cancellation are received by February 29, 2016. No refunds of any kind will be given after this date. Refunds will not be given for no-shows. Written requests may be e-mailed to [email protected], faxed to (972) 349-7715, or mailed to DSPN Registration and Housing Center, 6100 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 3500, Plano, TX 75093.


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2015 EXHIBITORS

Exhibit Products & Services

Find the latest spine and peripheral nerve technology in the Exhibit Hall. Take the time to explore the hall and enjoy one-on-one discussions, hands-on demonstrations as well as share the individual needs of your practice with the exhibitors so they can better serve you.

Exhibit Hall FeaturesThe Exhibit Hall, located in the Pacifica Ballroom, will feature:

> State-of-the-art equipment, products and services

> Corporate Sponsored Lunch: Corporate partners will be presenting the latest cutting edge technology while providing lunch.

> What’s New Sessions: Join the crowd during daily beverage breaks on Thursday and Friday as speakers share the latest in cutting-edge research and technology

Exhibit Hours DAILY Thursday, March 17 9:00 am – 6:00 pmFriday, March 18 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

What’s New Schedule MORNING AFTERNOONThursday, March 17 9:30 – 10:15 am 3:15 – 4:00 pmFriday, March 18 9:30 – 10:15 am

Corporate Sponsored Lunch Schedule AFTERNOON

Thursday, March 17 12:00–1:00 pm


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Spine Summit 2016

The 32nd Annual Meeting of the Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves

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