Instrumentation of the thoracic & lumbar spine - Resident course

13.05.2025
13.05.2025
17:00
19:30

In this Wetlab, residents practice spinal instrumentation techniques on real specimens, focusing on pedicle screw and rod fixation under expert supervision from leading spine surgeons from Balgrist University Hospital. Working with real tissue allows for a deeper understanding of anatomy, while refining the skills needed for successful spine surgery.

To support preparation, all participants gain access to the Augmedi E-Learning platform upon registration. With photorealistic 3D models and an AI-powered learning engine, the platform helps deepen anatomical knowledge and track progress before the hands-on sessions.

  • Program

    16:45-17:00: Arrival & Registration

    17:00-17:15: Theoretical introduction

    17:15-19:30: Hands-on Training

    19:30: End of Course

     

    Resident Course Program 2025

  • Instructors

    Prof. Dr. med. Mazda Farshad

    PD Dr. José Spirig

    Dr. med. Christoph Laux

    Dr. med. Florian Wanivenhaus

  • Conditions
    • Orthopaedic resident at a Swiss hospital
    • This Wetlab requires the participation in the related Drylab
    • Course fees must be paid before the start of the course
  • Certification

    2 ECTS accredited by the Swiss Society of Orthopeadics and Traumatology (swiss orthopeadics)

  • Course fee
    • CHF 390.- for residents from a Zurich hospital
    • CHF 780.- for residents from a hospital outside of the Canton of Zurich

Course supporters

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