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Events Advances and Techniques in Microtia and Ear Reconstruction
Advances and Techniques in Microtia and Ear Reconstruction will offer plastic and reconstructive surgeons, otolaryngologists and other interested clinicians an overview of the basics of and recent advances of microtia treatment. Following lectures, this workshop will include an expert-led hands-on training activity in which participants will carve a 3D ear framework out of precise rib cartilage models. Akira Yamada, MD, a world-renowned surgeon in ear reconstruction, will lead the guided activity, along with Stephen Hoff, MD, an otolaryngologist and surgeon at Lurie Children’s who specializes in microtia treatment. Registration for this event will close on March 9, 2020.
The didactic curriculum and live demonstration ear modeling are designed for plastic and reconstructive surgeons, otolaryngologists, and general surgeons.
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to do:
The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Registration is $50 and includes a continental breakfast, lunch, snack breaks and modeling supplies for the hands-on portion of the workshop.
Parking costs will be waived for parking lots located at 222 E. Huron St. and 321 E. Erie St.. You will receive a validated parking ticket at the event. For parking details and directions, click here.
