2ND ANNUAL BASEBALL SPORTS MEDICINE GAME-CHANGING CONCEPTS NOVEMBER 16-17, 2017 MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER NEW YORK, NY C O U R S E D I R E C T O R S Christopher S. Ahmad, MD Head Team Physician New York Yankees New York, NY P R O V I D E D B Y Anthony A. Romeo, MD Team Physician Chicago White Sox Chicago, IL
World-class presenters demonstrating mastery of cutting edge principles in baseball sports medicine make this symposium a yearly must-attend for medical professionals looking to enhance their skill-set. A.J. Yenchak, DPT As a NP in sports medicine, game changing concepts gave me invaluable insight into treating baseball players. The expert speakers were engaging and knowledgeable. I look forward to attending next year! Fiona Nugent, NP This baseball conference was the most thorough and detailed course I have attended on this subject by far. The panel of speakers were outstanding and provided the most current information with their expert opinions on many topics. This has influenced my treatment approach significantly and I look forward to attending this meeting again next year. Joseph Ciccone PT,DPT, SCS, CIMT, CSCS, ART This meeting is a must-attend for any athletic trainer. The speakers are the foremost leaders in the field and the material presented is invaluable. Frank Alexander, MS, ATC This meeting assembled true baseball experts with head team physicians and athletic trainers that have amazing knowledge and education ability. The seminar was truly eye-opening and shed light on the latest advances in baseball player injuries, prevention, and treatment. It has helped improve the care of baseball players in the community. A must for any professional involved in working with the increasing number of baseball injuries Jason Howell, Director Baseball Health Network Outstanding meeting for providers who treat baseball players. Great sharing of ideas and thoughts from those who treat baseball players on the highest level on a daily basis. Will significantly help me in the care of my players. Best meeting I ve attended in years! Vinnie Perez, PT
COURSE DESCRIPTION This live activity is designed to identify areas of concern or controversy in the management of baseball athletes in a team sport setting through didactic presentations and case based scenarios. Key issues, along with up-to-date and practice solutions, will be addressed. Time has been built into the agenda for questions and answers. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to: Analyze epidemiological trends in baseball injuries for professional, collegiate and youth baseball players Integrate prevention strategies with their health care team(s) to improve musculoskeletal and medical health for baseball players Assess and apply surgical and non-surgical treatment recommendations and rehabilitation protocols for the management of essential musculoskeletal and medical conditions in baseball TARGET AUDIENCE This conference is designed for any orthopaedic surgeon, physician, athletic trainer, physical therapist, strength and conditioning expert, or coach concerned with the management or prevention of injuries to the baseball athlete. ACCREDITATION PHYSICIANS: The Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. FORE designates this live activity for a maximum of 16.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. For the purpose of recertification, the following organizations accept AMA PRA Category 1 Credits from organizations accredited by the ACCME. American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) ATHLETIC TRAINERS: Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for certified athletic trainers. This program has been approved for 16.75 hours of category A continuing education. Certified athletic trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours spent participating in the CE Activity.
COURSE DIRECTORS Christopher S. Ahmad, MD Head Team Physician New York Yankees Head Team Physician New York City Football Club Chief, Sports Medicine Service Co-Director, Center for Shoulder, Elbow, and Sports Medicine Director, Pediatric and Adolescent Sports Medicine, Biomechanics Research Vice Chair of Clinical Research Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Columbia University Medical Center Anthony A. Romeo, MD Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Section Head, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Rush University Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgeon Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH Chicago, IL KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Jeffrey Passan Baseball Columnist Yahoo! Sports Author Joe Torre Former Player, Television Color Commentator, and Manager of the New York Yankees MLB Chief Baseball Officer Chairman Joe Torre Safe At Home Foundation Robert B. Anderson, MD OrthoCarolina Charlotte, NC Michael Ciccotti, MD Head Team Physician Philadelphia Phillies Philapelphia, PA Jeffrey R. Dugas, MD Andrews Sports Medicine Birmingham, AL Neal ElAttrache, MD Head Team Physician Los Angeles Dodgers Los Angeles, CA FACULTY Lee Kaplan, MD Medical Director & Team Physician Miami Marlins Miami, FL Sean T. Lynch, MD Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery Columbia University Medical Center New York, NY Ron Porterfield Head Athletic Trainer Tampa Bay Rays Tampa, FL Mark Schickendantz, MD Head Team Physician Cleveland Indians Cleveland, OH Nikhil Verma, MD Team Physician Chicago White Sox Chicago, IL Kevin Wilk, PT, DPT, FAPTA Associate Clinical Director Champion Sports Medicine Director, Rehabilitative Research Birmingham, AL PLANNING COMMITTEE Mark Littlefield MLB Athletic Trainer Yankees Derek PupelloD CEO Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education Janine Hartfield Director, CME Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education Michelle Paradise Assistant Director, CME Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education
REGISTRATION OPTIONS 1 Online: ForeOnline.org 2 Phone: 813-877-8096 On or Before 10/16/2017 After 10/16/2017 Physicians $500.00 $600.00 Fellows & Other Healthcare Professionals $300.00 $400.00 Industry Professionals $400.00 $500.00 Registration fee includes course materials, breaks, breakfasts, and lunches for the participant only. A confirmation email will be sent one week prior to the activity (no registration is confirmed without full payment). ACCOMMODATIONS Hotel Edison 228 West 47 th Street New York, New York, USA, 10036 Tel: 212-596-6975 A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hotel Edison at a group rate of $175-205 per night. Reservations may be made by calling 212-596-6975 and asking for the Current Concepts in Baseball Course. You can also book directly online at. The reservation deadline is October 1, 2017. Attendees are encouraged to book early. DISABILITIES Please notify the Continuing Medical Education Office, 4115 West Spruce Street Tampa, FL 33607 or call 813-877-8096 a minimum of ten working days in advance of the event if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed. Events, activities and facilities of Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education are available without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age or veteran status as provided by the law and in accordance with FORE s respect for personal dignity. REFUND POLICY Cancellation notification must be in writing (email CME@FOREonline.org) and received by the close of business on October 16, 2017. A cancellation fee of $50 will be assessed. Cancellations received after October 16, 2017 will not receive a refund. No-shows will not receive a refund. FORE reserves the right to cancel this program due to unforeseen circumstances, in which case a full refund of registration fees will be given to participants. FORE will not be responsible for travel expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is cancelled.
7:00 AM REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST AGENDA THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2017 SESSION I: SHOULDER INJURIES MODERATOR: ANTHONY A. ROMEO, MD 8:00 AM Welcome Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 8:05 AM Shoulder Anatomy and Biomechanics Nikhil Verma, MD 8:15 AM Physical Examination of the Shoulder Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 8:30 AM MRI and Ultrasound use in Baseball Shoulder Injuries Michael Ciccotti, MD 8:40 AM AC Sprains in Baseball Mark Schickendantz 8:50 AM Traumatic Shoulder Instability in Position Players Anthony A. Romeo, MD 9:00 AM Shoulder Internal Impingement Concepts Kevin Wilk, DPT 9:30 AM Management of SLAP Tears and the Biceps Tendon in Throwers Michael Ciccotti, MD 9:50 AM Management of Rotator Cuff Tears Neal ElAttrache, MD 10:00 AM BREAK 10:30 AM Neurovascular Problems in the Throwing Athlete s Shoulder Anthony A. Romeo, MD 10:35 AM Case Presentations and Panel Discussion Faculty Panel 12:00 PM Guest Lecture Jeffrey Passan 12:30 PM LUNCH BREAK SESSION II: SHOULDER REHABILITATION MODERATOR: KEVIN WILK, DPT 1:30 PM Preparing Pitchers for their Start Steve Donohue 1:40 PM Scapular Muscle Training AJ Yencheck, ATC 1:50 PM Taping, Cupping, and Blood Flow Restriction for the Shoulder Complex Michael Shuk 2:00 PM Rehabilitation of Specific Shoulder Injuries in the Thrower Kevin Wilk, DPT 2:30 PM Case Challenges and Panel Discussion Faculty Panel 3:30 PM BREAK SESSION III: Strength & Conditioning Moderator: Nikhil Verma, MD 3:45 PM Core Muscle/Trunk Strengthening and Muscle Activation Joe Ciccone. DPT 4:00 PM Periodization and When and How to get Strength Workouts Done During the Season Matt Krause 4:15 PM Weighted Balls and Long Toss Debate Steve Donohue & Mark Schickendantz 4:45 PM Panel Discussion Faculty Panel 5:40 PM ADJOURN and RECEPTION
7:30 AM BREAKFAST SESSION IV: Elbow Injuries FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2017 Moderator: Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 8:00 AM Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Elbow Nikhil Verma, MD 8:10 AM Physical Exam of the Elbow (video demonstration) Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 8:20 AM MRI and ultrasound of the Elbow Michael Ciccotti, MD 8:30 AM Elbow Stress Reactions: How to Best Treat Them Lee Kaplan, MD 8:40 AM Posterior Elbow Pain - Stress Fracture and Valgus Extension Overload Mark Schickendantz 8:50 AM Ulnar Nerve Issues Jeff Dugas, MD 9:00 AM Flexor Pronator Strain, Epicondylitis, and Avulsion Lee Kaplan, MD 9:10 AM UCL Injury Epidemic, Causes, and Prevention Peter Chalmers, MD 9:20 AM Partial Tears and Non-op Treatment of UCL Tears Mark Schickendantz 9:30 AM Augmented UCL Repair Jeff Dugas, MD 9:40 AM UCL Reconstruction: Technical Variations Anthony A. Romeo, MD 10:00 AM BREAK 10:30 AM Rehabilitation and Throwing Programs Following UCL Surgery Kevin Wilk, DPT 10:50 AM Outcomes of UCL Reconstruction Michael Ciccotti, MD 11:00 AM Pitching Flaws and UCL Injury Nikhil Verma, MD 11:10 AM Revision UCL Reconstruction Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 11:20 AM Case Presentations and Panel Discussion Faculty Panel 12:00 PM Guest Lecture Joe Torre 12:15 PM LUNCH BREAK SESSION VI: Hip, Core, Foot and Ankle Moderator: Sean T. Lynch, MD 1:15 PM Core Muscle and Oblique Injury Prevention AJ Yencheck, ATC 1:35 PM Hip FAI and Core Muscle Deficiency Diagnosis and Treatment Sean T. Lynch, MD 2:05 PM Baseball Foot and Ankle Injuries Robert Anderson, MD 2:35 PM Case Presentations and Panel Discussion Q&A Faculty Panel SESSION VII: Adolescent Issues Moderator: Anthony A. Romeo, MD 3:15 PM Adolescent Pitching Mechanics and Pitch Counts Peter Chalmers, MD 3:30 PM Baseball Specialization and Injury Prevention in Youth Baseball Kevin Wilk, DPT 3:45 PM Little Leaguers Elbow and Medial Epicondyle Apophseal Avulsion Christopher S. Ahmad, MD 3:55 PM Elbow Capitellar OCD Anthony A. Romeo, MD 4:10 PM Special Considerations for the Collegiate Baseball Player Lee Kaplan, MD 4:25 PM Case Presentations and Panel Discussion Q&A Faculty Panel 4:55 PM COURSE ADJOURN
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