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Pre-conference workshops and programming are happening today in Tampa before ACFAS 2024 kicks off tomorrow morning. This record-breaking event is expecting more than 2,200 registered attendees this week and 1,200 exhibitors for a total attendance of 3,400. Additionally, nearly 100 APMSA members will be onsite for the APMSA mid-winter House of Delegates meeting that is being held alongside ACFAS 2024. We’re looking forward to:
Education
Over 160 sessions of exclusive content offering up to 34 CECH including pre-conference programming and HUB sessions focusing on career development in the Exhibit Hall.
Inspiration
Keynote Speaker Jim Abbott will share his inspirational story during Thursday’s Opening General Session.
Resources
Nearly 200 exhibitors across the specialty will showcase their products and services in the Exhibit Hall.
Entertainment
Connect with your colleagues throughout the Welcome Reception on Thursday and the Wrap Party at American Bar and Social on Saturday.
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Dr. Michael S. Downey Receives the 2024 Distinguished Service Award |
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Congratulations to Michael S. Downey, DPM, FACFAS on receiving this year’s Distinguished Service Award!
Dr. Downey has spent nearly 25 years volunteering within the College. Dr. Downey’s service included two terms on the Annual Scientific Conference Committee 17 years apart, the chair of the Education and Scientific Affairs Committee, a member of the former CPG Management Council and he also currently serves as a reviewer of the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery, ACFAS’ esteemed peer-reviewed scientific journal.
Dr. Downey and other award recipients will be recognized at the ACFAS Honors and Awards Ceremony taking place on Friday at ACFAS 2024.
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Connect With Us Throughout ACFAS 2024 |
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Check out everything ACFAS 2024 has to offer! Follow
#ACFAS2024 on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook for a behind the scenes look at the action in Tampa.
Attending ACFAS 2024? Use #ACFAS2024 in your photos and memories to share your experience. We can't wait to see them!
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Trauma Techniques for Residents |
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Learn the latest techniques at Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs
April 13-14 in Columbus, OH. Earn 14.75 CECH learning how to:
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Discuss the concepts of stability, their influence on bone healing, and how to apply implants to achieve appropriate stability
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Plan treatment for metatarsal fractures, hallux valgus, and first MTP arthritis based on assessment, imaging, classification, and decision making
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Apply reduction techniques in fracture management with attention to the importance of the soft tissue
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Use appropriate fixation techniques to treat common pathologies of the foot and ankle including (peri) articular fractures
This course is jointly provided by ACFAS and AO North America.
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Annual Scientific Conference
February 1 - 4, 2024
Tampa, FL
Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle
March 23 - 24, 2024
Chicago, IL
SOLD OUT
Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs
April 13 - 14, 2024
Columbus, Ohio
Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle
August 17 - 18, 2024
Chicago, IL
Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle
September 7 - 8, 2024
Chicago, IL
Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle
November 16 - 17, 2024
Chicago, IL
View the full calendar
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This Week @ ACFAS
Content Reviewers
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Caroline R. Kiser, DPM, FACFAS
Elynor Giannin Perez, DPM, FACFAS
Britton S. Plemons, DPM, AACFAS
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American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
8725 West Higgins Road, Suite 555
Chicago, IL 60631
Phone: (773) 693-9300
Fax: (773) 693-9304
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