Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma Surgery

Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma Surgery
November 13-14, 2026
Bellevue, WA


Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma Surgery is jointly provided by ACFAS and AO North America. 

The Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma course covers the principles and current concepts in the treatment of more complex injuries and complications for doctors of podiatric medicine (DPMs), incorporating the latest techniques in operative fracture management.

Before attending the course, participants complete a self-assessment questionnaire and view a series of online, prerecorded presentations related to the 4 areas addressed during the course. The face-to-face course contains evidence-based lectures and small group discussions to further develop decision-making and management skills. During the practical exercises, participants will be trained in the application of fixation techniques for several specific fractures in the foot and ankle.

DPMs in later stages of training and practicing DPMs interested in furthering their knowledge and skills in operative fracture management.


Upon completion, participants should be able to: 

  • Diagnose and plan treatment for midfoot fractures
  • Diagnose and plan treatment for hindfoot fractures
  • Diagnose and plan treatment for ankle fractures

Patrick Burns, DPM, FACFAS, Co-Chair

Michael Gentile, DPM, FACFAS, Co-Chair

Lisa Levick, DPM, FACFAS

George Liu, DPM, FACFAS

Spencer Monaco, DPM, FACFAS

Ellianne Nasser, DPM, FACFAS

Brett Sachs, DPM, FACFAS

Cassandra Tomczak, DPM, FACFAS

Matthew Williams, DPM, FACFAS


$1,300        Resident
$1,600        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 this activity for a maximum of (hours pending) continuing education contact hours.

Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma Surgery is jointly provided by ACFAS and AO North America. 


Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
2900 Bayport Drive 33607
Tampa, FL 
813-874-1234