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Meeting Description
Dubai Spine Masters (DSM) is an international platform that gathers an interdisciplinary group of global opinion leaders for an update on cutting-edge management strategies for all segments of the spine; from the occipitocervical junction to the sacrum. Utilizing an interactive platform of instructional expert lectures, panel discussions, case presentations and hands-on demonstrations, this year’s emphasis is complex spinal reconstruction and deformity management strategies (cervical, thoracic and lumbar) including treatment of degenerative spine diseases, scoliosis, trauma, tumors. The role of motion sparing devices, MISS and a variety of treatment strategies for the elderly and pediatric populations will also be covered.

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Hands-on Cadaveric Workshops
Elective post congress courses entail all-day intensive hands-on training on fresh frozen cadaveric specimen (15 stations; multi-vendor sponsored). The courses are designed to familiarize participants with cutting edge surgical management strategies utilized during complex spine reconstruction and deformity intervention, as well as complication avoidance. Capacity is limited and spots during either day are offered on a first-come first-served basis. Schedules for the cadaveric workshops will be available for download starting February 7.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the 2012 DSM, participants should be able to:

Appreciate the most recent advances and surgical techniques for the treatment of complex spine reconstruction, and when to use them.
Analyze the indications and potential complications for various spine fixation systems, including motion sparing devices.
Recognize the importance of emerging technology to improve patient outcomes for specific indications and populations.

Target Audience
Spine surgeons (orthopaedic and neurological surgeons), fellows, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, engineers and company personnel.

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 (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of Medical Education Resources (MER). MER is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

MER designates this live activity for a maximum of 17 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
It is the policy of MER is to insure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of their educational activities. In accordance with this policy, MER identifies conflicts of interest with instructors, content managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of an activity. Conflicts are resolved by MER to ensure that all scientific research referred to, reported, or used in a CME activity conforms to the generally accepted standards of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. Complete faculty disclosures will be included in the final program.