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1st Calicut Trauma and Joint Replacement Course

09th Feb 2019

Overview

Dear friend & colleague,

It is my pleasure and honour to invite you to IGOF’s Trauma and Joint Replacement Course, to be held on 9th & 10th February 2019 in Calicut. The latest edition of IGOF, like its precursors, promises to be an enriching platform, where a host of eminent experts from the fields of Trauma and Joint Replacement will share their invaluable knowledge and also take us through the latest surgical advancements that have been breaking new ground. And, I am sure that highly talented and inquisitive surgeons like you would be eager to benefit from this course.

I eagerly look forward to your participation.

With warm regards,

Dr. Prithvi Mohandas

Secretary, IGOF

Program Structure

Day 1 (9th February) – Trauma in Intraarticular Fractures

Day 2 (10th February) – Joint Replacement

Event Highlights

  • WORKSHOP on 3D – Decision Making, Dysplasia, Dislocation – 08th February 2019 (6:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
  • THE GREAT DEBATE – 09th February 2019 (9 am – 10 am)
  • GRAND ORTHOPAEDIC QUIZ – 10th February 2019 (9 am – 10 am)
  • MY WORST CASE – 10th February 2019 (10 am – 10:40 am)
  • MOHANDAS – WELLER GOLD MEDAL AWARD – Pre-Lunch Session: 09th & 10th February 2019

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Faculty

Faculties
Dr. Sameer Ali P – Consultant and Head of Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy, Meitra Hospital
Dr. Murugan Babu – HOD-Orthopaedics, Rajagiri Hospital, Kochi
Dr. Lazar Chandy – Senior Consultant, Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi
Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan – HOD-Orthopaedics, Believers Church Medical College, Thiruvalla
Dr. Charanjit Singh Dhillon – Director of Spine Surgery, MIOT International, Chennai
Dr. T. S. Gopakumar – Professor and HOD-Orthopaedics, MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna
Dr. Gopal M L – Consultant and Head of Trauma, Meitra Hospital
Dr. Mohammed Hasil – Consultant, Asten Hospital, Calicut
Dr. R. Mahesh Karthik – Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dept. of Trauma Surgery, MIOT International, Chennai
Dr. Tony Kavalakkat – Consultant, Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut
Dr. med. Christian Konrads – Consultant, Traumatology and Orthopaedic Surgery, The BG Clinic, Tubingen, Germany
Dr. Sunil D Magadum – Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dept. of Trauma Surgery, MIOT International, Chennai
Dr. N. J. Mani – HOD-Orthopaedics, Baby Memorial Hospital, Calicut
Dr. Anwar Marthaya – Consultant, IQRAA Hospital, Calicut
Dr. Vijay Mohan – HOD-Orthopaedics, Aster MIMS, Kochi
Dr. Prithvi Mohandas – Secretary-IGOF and Managing Director, MIOT International, Chennai
Dr. Sathya Narayanan – Consultant, Athani Hospital, Palakkad
Dr. J. Ram Prasad – HOD & Director of Trauma Surgery, MIOT International, Chennai
Dr. Rajesh Purushothaman – Professor of Orthopaedics, Govt. Medical College, Calicut
Dr. Raju K – Asst. Professor, Govt. Medical College, Calicut
Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle – Medical Director, Dept. of Trauma & Reconstructive Surgery, The BG Clinic, Tubingen, Germany
Dr. Subin Sugath – Consultant at Aster MIMS, Kochi and SUT, Trivandrum
Dr. Sibin Surendran – Asst. Professor, Govt. Medical College, Calicut
Dr. Bipin Tharuvil – Consultant, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Lakeshore Hospital, Kochi
Moderators & Chairpersons
Dr. George Abraham Dr. Tony Kavalakkat Dr. Vinod V Rajan
Dr. Sameer Ali P Dr. Ajith Kumar Dr. Rajaneesh
Dr. Murugan Babu Dr. Aneen N Kutty Dr. Raju K
Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan Dr. N. J. Mani Dr. Riyaz NN
Dr. Basheer Abdul Gafoor Dr. Vijay Mohan Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle
Dr. T. S. Gopakumar Dr. Prithvi Mohandas Dr. Subin Sugath
Dr. Mohammed Hasil Dr. Sathya Narayanan Dr. Sibin Surendran
Dr. Janees M C Dr. Sajan Mohan Raj Dr. Mahendra Varma
Dr. R. Mahesh Karthik Dr. Jawahar Adi Raja

Programme Schedule

Day 1 (9th February) – Trauma in Intraarticular Fractures
TIME TOPIC SPEAKERS
9:00 – 10:00 Hrs THE GREAT DEBATE Moderators: Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle and Dr. George Abraham Day 1 (9th February) – Trauma in Intraarticular Fractures Management of unstable intracapsular fracture neck of femur in young adults Internal fixation – Dr. Lazar Chandy (Vs.) Primary valgus osteotomy & fixation – Dr. J. Ram Prasad
10:00 – 10:20 Hrs

Inaugural function + Honouring of VIPs

Module-A: Acetabulum and Femoral Head Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. Mahendra Varma & Dr. Tony Kavalakkatt

10:20 – 10:35 Hrs Femoral head fractures and fracture dislocation of hip Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle
Transverse fractures of acetabulum and acetabular floor fractures management
10:35 – 10:45 Hrs Panel discussion

Module-B: Proximal Femur Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. Jawahar Adi Raja & Dr. R. Rajaneesh

10:45 – 10:53 Hrs Management of nonunion neck of femur Dr. Raju K
10:53 – 11:01 Hrs Use of proximal femoral nail in unstable IT fracture Dr. med. Christian Konrads
11:01 – 11:09 Hrs Management of failed proximal femur fracture Dr. J. Ram Prasad
11:09 – 11:17 Hrs Is blade plate re-emerging in proximal femur fractures? Dr. R. Mahesh Karthik
11:17 – 11:25 Hrs Ipsilateral neck and shaft of femur priorities in management Dr. J. Ram Prasad
11:35 – 11:45 Hrs Panel Discussion
11:35 – 11:45 Hrs Coffee Break

Module-C: Distal Femur Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. Aneen N Kutty & Dr. Sibin Surendran

11:45 – 12:03 Hrs Management of intraarticular fractures Dr. med. Christian Konrads
12:03 – 12:11 Hrs Management of distal femur fractures with metaphyseal comminution and bone loss Dr. J. Ram Prasad
12:11 – 12:19 Hrs Management of Hoffa’s fracture Dr. N. J. Mani
12:19 – 12:29 Hrs Panel Discussion

Module-D: Proximal Tibia Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. T. S. Gopakumar & Dr. Basheer Abdul Gafoor

12:29 – 12:37 Hrs Soft tissue management in bicondylar proximal tibia fracture – Staged management Dr. Sunil D Magadum
12:37 – 12:45 Hrs Different approaches for proximal tibia fracture Dr. Rajesh Purushothaman
12:45 – 12:53 Hrs Management of posteromedial and posterolateral fracture of proximal tibia Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle
12:53 – 13:01 Hrs Management of malunited proximal tibia fracture with varus collapse medial open wedge osteotomy – MIOT Approach Dr. Sunil D Magadum
13:01 – 13:10 Hrs Panel Discussion
13:10 – 13:38 Hrs 4-paper presentation (5 mins P + 2 mins Q) for MOHANDAS – WELLER GOLD MEDAL AWARD Chairperson – Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
13:38 – 14:10 Hrs Lunch
14:10 – 14:20 Hrs Management of upper cervical injuries – Invitation Lecture Chairpersons: Dr. Vinod V Rajan & Dr. Ajith Kumar Dr. Charanjit Singh Dhillon

Module-E: Distal Tibia Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. Sajan Mohan Raj & Dr. Janees M C

14:20 – 14:28 Hrs Soft tissue management in distal tibia fractures (Role of Spanning Ex-fix) and timing of surgery Dr. R. Mahesh Karthik
14:28 – 14:36 Hrs Management of trimalleolar fracture dislocation Dr. T. S. Gopakumar
14:36 – 14:44 Hrs Methods and fixation of posterior malleolus fracture Dr. med. Christian Konrads
14:44 – 14:54 Hrs Panel discussion

Module-F: Proximal Humerus Fractures

Chairpersons – Dr. T. S. Gopakumar & Dr. N. J. Mani

14:54 – 14:58 Hrs Conservative treatment of proximal humerus fractures: What are the limits? Dr. Anwar Marthaya
14:58 – 15:06 Hrs Decision making in proximal humerus fractures depending on fracture type and age of patient Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle
15:06 – 15:16 Hrs Panel discussion
15:16 – 15:26 Hrs Coffee Break

Module-G: Elbow

Chairpersons – Dr. Riyaz NN & Dr. Raju K

15:26 – 15:34 Hrs Terrible triad: Is it so? Dr. Sibin Surendran
15:34 – 15:42 Hrs Use of orthogonal plating vs. locking plate Dr. Tony Kavalakkatt
15:42 – 15:50 Hrs Side swipe injury management Dr. Gopal M L
15:50 – 16:00 Hrs Panel Discussion
Day 2 (10th February) – Joint Replacement
TIME TOPIC SPEAKERS
09:00 – 10:00 Hrs

THE GRAND ORTHOPAEDIC QUIZ

Moderator: Dr. R. Mahesh Karthik

10:00 – 10:08 Hrs

MY WORST CASE

Chairpersons: Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan & Dr. Sameer Ali P

Dr. Mohammed Hasil
10:08 – 10:16 Hrs Dr. Vijay Mohan
10:16 – 10:24 Hrs Dr. Murugan Babu
10:24 – 10:32 Hrs Dr. Shanavas K P
10:32 – 10:40 Hrs Dr. Subin Sugath
10:40 – 10:55 Hrs Panel Discussion
Chairpersons: Dr. Vijay Mohan & Dr. Subin Sugath
10:55 – 11:19 Hrs The ideal hip Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
Atypical indication of hip arthroplasty
11:19 – 11:29 Hrs Panel Discussion
11:29 – 11:41 Hrs Total hip replacement in fractures around the hip Dr. Sunil D Magadum
11:41 – 11:53 Hrs Protocol to prevent / manage dislocation Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
11:53 – 12:03 Hrs Panel Discussion
12:03 – 12:11 Hrs Coffee Break
Chairpersons: Dr. Sathya Narayanan & Dr. Muhammed Hasil
12:11 – 12:23 Hrs Preventing and managing infections in joint replacement Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan
12:23 – 12:35 Hrs Revision – Total hip replacement Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
12:35 – 12:45 Hrs Panel Discussion
12:45 – 13:13 Hrs

4-paper presentation (5 mins P + 2 mins Q) for

MOHANDAS – WELLER GOLD MEDAL AWARD

Chairperson – Dr. Prithvi Mohandas

13:13 – 13:45 Hrs Lunch
Chairpersons: Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan & Dr. Murugan Babu
13:45 – 14:45 Hrs Live surgery – Complex primary total hip replacement Dr. Prithvi Mohandas
14:45 – 14:57 Hrs Computer-navigated total knee replacement Dr. Sameer Ali P
14:57 – 15:09 Hrs Balancing valgus knee Dr. Bipin Tharuvel
15:09 – 15:31 Hrs Balancing varus and FFD in knee Dr. Sathya Narayanan
15:31 – 15:45 Hrs Panel Discussion
15:45 – 15:55 Hrs Coffee Break
15:55 – 16:55 Hrs Live surgery – Computer-navigated total knee replacement Dr. Sameer Ali P
16:55 – 17:00 Hrs Prize Distribution

Grand Orthopaedic Quiz

Day 2: 10th February, 2019 (9 am – 10 am)

Venue: Taj Gateway Hotel, Calicut, Kerala, India

IGOF organizes the Grand Orthopaedic Quiz to test the sharpest IQs of some of the finest minds in the healthcare fraternity. The platform welcomes those medical professionals who have a penchant for the intricacies in the field of orthopaedics. The event offers an opportunity to stamp a seal of authority in the country’s premier battle of the medical brains.

Participation Requisites

  • Should be a Postgraduate Trainee
  • Each team should send CVs of all team members (Total 3 members per team) to registrations@igof.in before 31/01/2019

Accolades

  • Winning team shall be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 9,000/-
  • First runners-up team shall be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 3,000/-
  • Every participant shall claim their participation certificate

For registration:

Dr. Sameer Ali P, Meitra Hospital, Mob.: +91 94466 36776, Email: sameerali.p@meitra.com

Mr. Seshadri Pa, Mob.: + 91 98456 71462 | Mr. Shashank Prasad, Mob.: + 91 99641 53557 | Email: registrations@igof.in

Enquiry:

Ms. Lorraine Satur, Mob.: +91 77080 63651, Email: enquiry@igof.in

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The Great Debate

Day 2: 9th February, 2019 (9 am – 10 am)

‘The Great Debate’ is a programme to unearth conflicting standpoints among experts for in-depth analysis of pros and cons of techniques used in complex cases.

Topic: Management of Unstable Intracapsular Fracture Neck of Femur in Young Adults

Internal Fixation

(Dr. Lazar Chandy)

(Vs.)

Primary Valgus Osteotomy & Fixation

(Dr. J. Ram Prasad)

Moderated by Panel Experts:

Prof. Dr. Ulrich Stoeckle and Dr. George Abraham

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My Worst Case

Day 2: 10th February, 2019 (10 am – 10:40 am)

This one-of-its-kind event on Day 2 is expected to receive a warm welcome from the attendees, as it is filled with personal experiences of some of the most renowned experts in orthopaedics. Experts come forward to share their worst encounters and throw more light to justify their stand on the case. Criticalities, unexpected events and crisis management would all be part of their discussion.

Experts to share their worst case:

  • Dr. Mohammed Hasil
  • Dr. Vijay Mohan
  • Dr. Murugan Babu
  • Dr. Shanavas K P
  • Dr. Subin Sugath

Panel Discussion:

  • Dr. Samuel B Chittaranjan and Dr. Sameer Ali P

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WORKSHOP on 3D

A Special Invitation for Joint Replacement Surgeons WORKSHOP on 3D – Decision Making, Dysplasia, Dislocation

Date : 08th February, 2019 (06.30 pm – 08:30 am)

Venue: The Taj Gateway Hotel, Calicut, Kerala, India

AGENDA: Tips to get the Socket and Stem right

TEMPLATING:

  • Tips & Tricks to choose the right prosthesis
  • Getting out of jail from difficult situations

FACULTY:

Dr. Prithvi Mohandas

CO FACULTIES:

Dr. Sameeer Ali P

Dr. Rajesh Purushothaman

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Free Paper Presentation (Mohandas – Weller Gold Medal Award)

Pre-lunch Session : 09th & 10th February 2019

Venue: Taj Gateway Hotel, Calicut, Kerala, India

The prestigious Mohandas – Weller Gold Medal Award is conferred to Young Orthopaedic Surgeons who can come up with innovative ideas or a distinguished presentation on a complex case. This award is an initiative to boost the budding talent to spread their lateral thinking across various interests in the field of orthopaedics and to attend complex scenarios with special interest, giving attention to details and to crack difficult problems.

Participation Requisites for Free Paper Presentation:

  • Should be a Postgraduate or Young Orthopaedic Surgeon below 40 years
  • The participants have to register and then submit the paper at the preview booth before 9 am on the day of their presentation
  • Only first 4 registrants (1 presentation by each) will be selected for this pre-lunch presentation
  • Each presentation will be for 5 mins, with 2 mins for questions

Accolades

  • “Mohandas – Weller” Gold Medal for Winner
  • Cash prize of Rs. 20,000 for Winner and Rs. 5000 for Runner Up
  • Certificate for Winner and Runner Up

For registration:

Dr. Sameer Ali P, Meitra Hospital, Mob.: +91 94466 36776, Email: sameerali.p@meitra.com

Mr. Seshadri Pa, Mob.: + 91 98456 71462 | Mr. Shashank Prasad, Mob.: + 91 99641 53557 | Email: registrations@igof.in

Enquiry:

Ms. Lorraine Satur, Mob.: +91 77080 63651, Email: enquiry@igof.in

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Registrations

IGOF TRAUMA AND JOINT REPLACEMENT COURSE BY THE MASTERS

Date : 08th February, 2019 (06.30 pm – 08:30 am)

Venue: The Taj Gateway Hotel, Calicut, Kerala, India

Online Registration guidelines:

  1. Select your Registration type,
  • Medical Practitioner (Rs.1000/-)
  • Postgraduate* (Please carry bonafide certificate)
  • IGOF Lifetime Member*
  1. Complete the registration form with all the required details.
  2. If you are registering as a Medical Practitioner a registration fee of Rs. 1000 needs to be paid through Online Funds Transfer or Cheque or DD.
  3. Account details for Online Funds Transfer will be emailed on the registered email id.
  4. Payments made through Cheque or DD should be in favour of ‘IGOF’ payable in Chennai and to be mailed to INDO-GERMAN ORTHOPAEDIC FOUNDATION (IGOF) 4/112, Mount Poonamallee Road, Manapakkam, Chennai, India – 600 089. Ph: +91 44 4200 2288.
  5. If you are making the payment though funds transfer, please email the reference number and your registration details to enquiry@igof.in to verify the transaction.
  6. If you are making the payment though Cheque or DD please enclose your registration details while you courier for us to verify the transaction.

Upon receiving your payment we will confirm your registration

Registration Closed

Registrations by post – Guidelines

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  1. Download the Registration form.
  2. Fill all the required details in the registration form.
  3. Registration Fee: Medical Practitioner – Rs.1, 000, Post Graduates – No Fee, IGOF Lifetime Member No Fee.
  4. Upon completing the form include the payment by Cheque or DD in favour of ‘IGOF’ payable at Chennai.
  5. Mail the duly filled registration form and payment to, to INDO-GERMAN ORTHOPAEDIC FOUNDATION (IGOF) 4/112, Mount Poonamallee Road, Manapakkam, Chennai, India – 600 089. Ph: +91 44 4200 2288

If you require any clarification please write us at enquiry@igof.in or call +91 77080 63651, Tel: +91 44 4200 2288, Extn: 4128