Northwell Health 5th Annual Foot & Ankle Symposium

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This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 5.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) Credits for learning and change .

Program Objectives: All Northwell Health interprofessional continuing education (IPCE) activities are intended to improve patient care, safety and outcomes. At the conclusion of this conference participants should be able to:

• Define indications for surgical intervention with foot and ankle traumatic injuries for improved outcomes compared to nonsurgical cases.
• Discuss different treatment options for ankle arthritis including total ankle replacement and fusion.
• Demonstrate intervention strategies for big toe arthritis as well as sports related injuries.

Course Directors:

Adam Bitterman, DO

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Assistant Professor, Zucker School of Medicine

Geoffrey Phillips, MD

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Foot & Ankle Surgery

Assistant Professor, Zucker School of Medicine

Statement of Need: Orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons, as well as the team of clinicians involved throughout the patient continuum of care, are now presented with a multitude of new surgical and non-surgical options that are taken into consideration when providing treatment for orthopedic and musculoskeletal patient populations. Due to a lack of knowledge surrounding these new innovations within the field of orthopedics, as well as minimal evidence-based outcomes research, caregivers are now finding themselves having to make difficult decisions when treating a patient and developing his/her plan of care, often evoking peer-to-peer controversy. This educational activity is designed to change how a clinician will consider a patient's plan of care after recognizing the potential positive and negative impacts posed by the variety of clinical interventions, both in the orthopedic continuum & rehabilitation continuum of care in order to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.

Target Audience:This program is designed for MDs, PAs, PTs, and ATCs. Other members of the healthcare team including NPs, RNs, Fellows, Residents and Medical and Physical Therapy Students are invited to attend.

Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, Northwell Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Ph*rm*cy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designations:

Physicians: Northwell Health designates this activity for 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses: Northwell Health designates this activity for 4.5 ANCC contact hours.

Physician Assistants: Northwell Health has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA. CME Criteria: This activity is designated for 4.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Physical Therapy Credit Designation: Long Island Jewish Medical Center, a member of Northwell Health, is recognized by the New York State Board Education Department’s State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education. This event is awarded 5.4 contact hours. Certificates of completion will be e-mailed to participants of the corresponding disciplines after the event.

Athletic Trainer Credit Designation: Northwell Health Rehabilitation Network (BOC AP#: P8350) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Certified Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 4.5 hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program. Certificates of completion will be e-mailed to participants of the corresponding disciplines after the event.

Verification of Attendance: Will be provided to all other professionals.

Registration Fees:

• $10 for all Northwell Health Employees
• $40 for all other healthcare professionals
• No charge for residents, fellows, and students

Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund, all cancellations must be confirmed in writing to Northwell Sports Medicine at [email protected] by Friday, May 9th, 2025. An administrative fee of $5 will be kept for all cancellations. No refunds will be given after this date or for “no-shows.”

Disclosure Policy: Northwell Health adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CME-CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Planner and Speaker’s Disclosures:

Adam Bitterman, DO; Geoffrey Phillips, MD; Aviva Epstein, RN; Jodi Tuzzolo, PT; Vincent Vizzo, PA; Meagan Reichert, ATC have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Recognition of Program Support:

An announcement of program support will be made to all attendees prior to the start of the symposium.

Americans with Disabilities Act: This conference is in compliance with provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is accessible for individuals with special needs. If you would like to participate in this conference and require any special needs or accommodations, please contact Northwell Sports Medicine at [email protected]

Conference Coordinated By:

• Northwell Orthopedics
• Northwell Health Rehabilitation Network

Planning Committee:

Adam Bitterman, DO

Aviva Epstein, RN

Geoffrey Phillips, MD

Meagan Reichert, ATC

Jodi Tuzzolo, PT

Vincent Vizzo, PA

Host or Publisher Northwell Health Orthopedics