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Musculoskeletal Education and Research Center (MERC) MERC is the educational division of Globus Medical. Committed to the continuous improvement of patient care and outcomes through the advancement of knowledge in the medical community, MERC offers customized programs and learning experiences. MERC s mission is to educate surgeons around the world about innovative surgical techniques and products. MERC offers a variety of state-of-the-art training programs tailored to the needs of surgeons. Designed and led by experienced spine surgeons, MERC courses offer hands-on labs, case reviews, and discussions to provide both practical experience and product knowledge. To view what programs are best for your practice, visit us today at: www.globusmedical.com/merc At Globus, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations to improve the quality of life of patients with spinal disorders. We are inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and health care providers who treat them.
Cadaveric Learning Under the guidance of experienced spine surgeons, hands-on cadaver workshops focus on innovative surgical techniques and approaches with a typical 2:1 faculty-to-surgeon ratio. The primary objective of these cadaveric programs is to create an interactive environment, where surgeons and faculty can engage in clinical discussion on surgical concepts and then apply those concepts during a cadaver workshop. During the cadaver workshop, surgeons will have an opportunity to utilize state-of-the-art technologies which deliver industry leading solutions to surgeons and their patients. Cadaveric programs are designed with the intention to progress a surgeon through the learning process and enable them to become proficient with a specific surgical technique. The programs consist of both group cadaveric courses and oneto-one preceptorship training. Surgeons who are interested in learning new surgical techniques or enhancing their skill sets would be ideal candidates for these programs. Didactic Learning The didactic programs are designed to showcase innovative technologies and surgical techniques in a group learning environment. This is an optimal way to be introduced to relevant surgical approaches through case reviews, sawbone labs, panel debates, product fairs, and topic based discussions and lectures. Preceptorships MERC offers a variety of preceptorship training opportunities that are available at various locations throughout the United States. These programs offer practicing orthopaedic and neurological spine surgeons the opportunity to improve and refine their skills through case observations, surgical instruction and/or hands-on cadaveric training. Skin-to-Skin Skin-to-Skin Preceptorship programs are an ideal way to learn and enhance spinal surgical techniques through one-on-one training. What makes these programs so unique is the peer-to-peer interaction with Key Opinion Leaders who are experts in the industry. Highlights of the program include: The visiting surgeon will observe and train on the selected approach(es) and procedure(s) from start to finish, including patient positioning, access, approach, imaging and fusion techniques. After observing the selected approach(es) and procedure(s) with KOL s, the visiting surgeons will then have the opportunity to experience hands-on cadaveric learning to help solidify the learning experience. To learn more about participating in a Preceptorship: Please contact your local Globus Medical Sales Representative or: Tara Simonic Program Manager, Surgeon Education and Training tsimonic@globusmedical.com (610) 930-1800 x1143
2015 MERC Program Calendar* Day Date Name Type Location Saturday 1/31/15 Skin-to-Skin : Direct Look Cadaveric Miami, FL Saturday 2/7/15 Advanced MIS Techniques Cadaveric Denver, CO Saturday 2/21/15 Skin-to-Skin : SI-LOK Cadaveric Audubon, PA Saturday 2/28/15 Complication Avoidance and Management Didactic San Diego, CA Friday 3/13/15 Skin-to-Skin : Direct Look Cadaveric San Francisco, CA Saturday 3/21/15 Advanced Tumor and Trauma Techniques Cadaveric Phoenix, AZ Saturday 4/11/15 Advanced MIS Corpectomy Cadaveric Los Angeles, CA Saturday 4/25/15 Complex Cases and Revision Strategies Cadaveric Nashville, TN Friday 5/15/15 Tricks of the Trade Cadaveric Henderson, NV Saturday 5/30/15 Skin-to-Skin : Direct Look Cadaveric Washington, DC Saturday 6/6/15 Emerging MIS Techniques Cadaveric Audubon, PA Saturday 6/13/15 Planning and Achieving Spinal Balance Cadaveric Newport Beach, CA Saturday 9/12/15 Skin-to-Skin : Direct Look Cadaveric Boston, MA Saturday 9/19/15 Skin-to-Skin : MIS TLIF Cadaveric Chicago, IL Saturday 9/19/15 Skin-to-Skin : SI-LOK Cadaveric Chicago, IL Saturday 10/10/15 Emerging MIS Techniques Cadaveric Audubon, PA Saturday 10/10/15 Skin to Skin : Advanced Lateral Techniques Cadaveric Atlanta, GA Saturday 10/24/15 Creating Sagittal Balance: Comparing Lateral vs Posterior Techniques Cadaveric Miami, FL Saturday 11/7/15 Planning and Achieving Lumbar Spinal Balance Didactic New York, NY Saturday 11/14/15 Complex MIS Surgery: Interactive Case Discussions and Advanced Cadaver Lab Cadaveric San Diego, CA * Dates and locations are subject to change To view what programs are best for your practice, visit us today at: www.globusmedical.com/merc
Testimonials I mainly performed open and mini open procedures. After attending a few MERC programs, I became proficient with minimally invasive techniques. After two years, over 90% of my lumbar practice is minimally invasive and it distinguishes me from other surgeons in the area. I think it is an absolute benefit for any surgeon making this transition. Neurosurgeon Bethlehem, Pennsylvania After attending a Skin-to-Skin LLIF Preceptorship, I was able to utilize the Direct Look approach. I saved a lot of time and minimized radiation during the case by visualizing the psoas muscle and identifying the corridor s neural structures as I was taught. This was instrumental to my practice and I plan to continue utilizing this approach based on the tips and pearls I learned during this one-onone training. Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon Manchester, New Hampshire
course registration Please contact your local Globus Medical sales representative or contact us at: merc@globusmedical.com Registration is only available online by visiting www.globusmedical.com/merc Early registration is encouraged as seating is limited. Upon receipt of your online registration, you will receive an email of your registration acknowledgement. Upon acceptance into the course, you will receive a confirmation email along with travel information to assist you in making travel arrangements. Surgeons who register after the course is full will be placed on a wait list and contacted if a space becomes available. The Musculoskeletal Education and Research Center (MERC) is the medical education unit of Globus Medical, Inc. Globus Medical, Inc. 2560 General Armistead Avenue Audubon, PA 19403 Ph. 610-930-1800 www.globusmedical.com Globus Medical, Inc. complies with the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. 2015 Globus Medical, Inc. All rights reserved. Patent www.globusmedical.com/patents. Direct Look, SI-LOK and Skin-to-Skin are registered trademarks of Globus Medical, Inc. 2015 MRC02