Metcalf 2010
Sun Valley, Idaho
January 30 ~ February 2, 2010

The University of Utah School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 24.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accreditation Statement:

     This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of The University of Utah School of Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery Seminars, Inc.  The University of Utah School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

OEO/AA STATEMENT:  The University of Utah does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran’s status, or sexual orientation and provides access to all its programs and activities.  The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Manager, OEO/AA, (801) 581-8365, 201 S President’s Circle, RM 135, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. 

ADA STATEMENT:  The University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act by providing qualified individuals with disabilities access to University programs, treatment, services, and activities.  A request for accommodation or auxiliary services for: faculty or staff can be made by contacting: Manager, OEO/AA, (801) 581-8365, 201 S President’s Circle, RM 135, Salt Lake City, UT 84112; students and other participants by contacting Director, CDS, (801) 581-5020, 162 Olpin Union Building, Salt Lake City, UT 84112.  Reasonable prior notice for accommodation requests is required.

ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY 2010 IS THE OBVIOUS CHOICE…

Arthroscopic Surgery 2010 is the 31st annual Robert W. Metcalf, MD arthroscopy meeting for a total of 43 seminars which have educated over 15,000 orthopedic surgeons worldwide.  Our 2010 program features practice relevant presentations, shoulder and knee surgery demos and current state-of-the-art ankle, foot and hip arthroscopy. 

ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY 2010 invites orthopedists world-wide to join us in sensational Sun Valley, Idaho, our #1 favorite ski destination, for the 31st annual seminar of the Robert W. Metcalf Memorial Meeting. Our exciting program features 3 ½ days of exceptional instruction by a distinguished faculty and provides ample time for fun and relaxation.   Our outstanding program includes unique faculty case presentations and allows time for audience interaction and questions for the faculty.  In addition there will be daily Surgery Demos simulcast into the lecture hall and instructional courses in hip, ankle and foot arthroscopy.

Our goal and mission is to provide the highest quality instruction in arthroscopic and reconstructive shoulder and knee surgery with the emphasis on being truly relevant to the practicing orthopedic surgeon.  We will present cutting-edge information while still keeping the focus on helping to solve practical clinical problems.

TARGET AUDIENCE:  This program is designed for physicians and health care providers involved in arthroscopy and minimally invasive surgical procedures of the shoulder, elbow and knee.

OBJECTIVES:  At the conclusion of this seminar, participants will be able to:

1. Summarize the important steps of rotator cuff evaluation and repair by arthroscopy. Assess the rationale and technical requirements in repair of capsule and labral injuries in the shoulder.  This will include anterior and posterior instability and multidirectional instability. 
2. Summarize the rationale of management and technical aspects of repair of SLAP lesions and abnormalities of the biceps tendon.
3. Participate in live cadaver surgery demonstrations on shoulder repair and replacement as well as knee ligament surgery.
4. Assess management of multiple shoulder disorders such as adhesive capsulitis, calcific tendinitis, suprascapular neuropathy and degenerative conditions of the shoulder.
5. Contrast current methods of meniscal tear management and repair approaches.
6. Select indications for meniscal transplantation.
7. Receive an update of arthroscopic techniques for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction as well as revision and posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
8. Debate issues concerning graft selection for ligament surgery.
9. Evaluate the diagnosis and management of chondral injuries including simple debridement as well as autologous chondrocyte implantation and osteoarticular transfer and osteoarticular allografts.
10. Assess indications for osteotomy as they relate to articular and ligament deficiency.