The AO principles and advanced course Malaysia 2011 was held at the Dorsett Regency, Subang, and attended by more than 70 local and international participants. Held over a period of two days, it encompasses lectures, case discussions and hands-on workshops on fixation techniques.
The Bomoh Tulang has been fortunate to be a part of the teaching faculty for past few years, and this year was not an exception.
The AO Foundation - Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (German for: Association for the Study of Internal Fixation) - is a non-profit organization based in Davos Switzerland, dedicated to the advancement of the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. Founded in 1958, the AO foundation promotes the understanding of fracture management through research, meetings and education.
As an integral part of education, the AO foundation through AO Education conducts courses on the principles and techniques of fracture fixation, for Orthopedic surgeons and also operating room personnel. These courses are held on a regular basis throughout the world and is a great place for trainee orthopedic surgeons or even senior surgeons to learn, exchange notes and at the same time update their skills on the latest fixation techniques.
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| Dr Ivan explaining the finer points of external fixation to the participants |
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| Plating the fibula |
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| Dr Rashdeen and Dr Hazrin trying out some fixation techniques. This was at the 2010 course. |
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| Also at the 2010 course. Dr Azfar was a participant. |
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