GP Education Orthopaedics in the round, from top to toe... "Meniscal tears, hammer toes, injuries of the hand and wrist"

Warringal Private Hospital invite you to a series of round table discussions with Orthopaedic Surgeons Terence Chin, Nigel Hartnett and Avanthi Mandaleson. Please join us for a night of interactive discussions.

When: Wednesday 19th April 2017

Where: Valensia - C.H.James, 86 Station Street, Fairfield VIC 3078

Learning Outcomes:

• Categorise meniscal tear patterns and differentiate which tears do require or do not require surgery

• Identify the level of osteoarthritis, how this relates to meniscal tears and implement a treatment regime for patients

• Construct and coordinate a treatment plan for patients with meniscal tears in the absence or presence of arthritis

• Explain the surgical and non-surgical treatment options for hallux valgus, hallux rigidus and hammer toes

• Counsel patients about indications for surgery

• Identify common sports injury patterns around the hand and wrist

• Identify common sports injury patters of the hand and wrist

• Investigate, manage and refer hand and wrist injuries when indicated

Program:

6.30pm - Registration and dinner

7.00pm - Round table discussions

                 The treatment of meniscal tears and arthritis of the knee

                Hallux valgus, hallux rigidus and hammer toes

                Hand and upper limb surgeon

9.00pm - Evaluation and close

Format: The audience will be divided in two groups. The sessions will run concurrently in separate areas on Level 8. The groups will then swap, followed by a joint Q & A.

8:00pm - Meeting Concludes

RSVP or Enquiries: Pat O'Halloran via email patricko@parkclinic.com.au