Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs

Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs
April 23-24, 2025
Henderson, NV


Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs is jointly provided by ACFAS and AO North America. 

Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs is a 2-day face-to-face course that consists of evidence-based lectures, AO skills lab, practical exercises, and small group discussions. Lectures will reinforce key information relevant to the topic discussed. The AO Skills Lab will engage surgeons with hands-on learning of basic principles and practical know-how needed for live surgery. Interactive case small group case discussions will help participants to understand decision-making, management skills, and potential pitfalls. In the practical exercises, participants will be trained in the application of fixation techniques applicable to the foot and ankle.  

Before attending the course, participants are required to review a set of prerecorded lectures (available February 2025) and complete a self-assessment questionnaire and use resources such as the AO/OTA Fracture and Dislocation Classification Compendium at https://classification.aoeducation.org and AO SURGERY REFERENCE.



Travis Motley, DPM, FACFAS - Co-Chairperson

Ellianne Nasser, DPM, FACFAS - Co-Chairperson

Rachel Albright, DPM, MPH, FACFAS - Lecturer

Ben Cullen, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Sean Grambart, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Graham Hamilton, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Lindsey Hjelm, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Kwasi Kwaadu, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Scott Nelson, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Kelly Pirozzi, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Asim Raja, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Samantha Ralstin, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Johanna Richey, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Jennifer Van, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Matthew Williams, DPM, FACFAS - Lecturer

Jacob Wynes, DPM, MS, FACFAS - Lecturer

Upon completion, participants should be able to: 

  • Discuss the concepts of stability, their influence on bone healing, and how to apply implants to achieve appropriate stability
  • Plan treatment for metatarsal fractures, hallux valgus, and first MTP arthritis based on assessment, imaging, classification, and decision making
  • Apply reduction techniques in fracture management with attention to the importance of the soft tissue
  • Use appropriate fixation techniques to treat common pathologies of the foot and ankle including (peri) articular fractures

$995        Resident
$1,300    Attending

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons has approved each of these activities for a maximum of (hours pending) continuing education contact hours.

Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs is jointly provided by ACFAS and AO North America. 


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