AO Spine MISS Spectrum Series online course

The AO Spine MISS Spectrum Series is a comprehensive learning experience for practicing surgeons who have little to no skills in MISS, fellows in an orthopedic or neurosurgery spine program, and residents in their final years who will specialize in spine surgery.

The course is developed and taught by the AO Spine MISS Task Force experts, global leaders in this field, and it covers the full spectrum of this ultimate tissue-preserving technique, from indications and general skills to specific microscopic, endoscopic, and instrumented procedures.

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Course modules

Week 1–2: General skills, introduction to MISS
Week 3–4: Microscopic/tubular MISS procedures
Week 5–6: Endoscopic MISS procedures
Week 7–8: Instrumented MISS procedures
What you will learn:
Select the appropriate MISS procedure for the pathology and indication, and recognize when MISS is not an appropriate option

Set up the technology, operating room, and the team for MISS procedures

Describe the phases and steps for core microscopic/tubular, endoscopic, and instrumented MISS procedures

Describe how to manage complications and apply a backup plan
Who the MISS Spectrum Series is for:
Practicing surgeons who have limited skills in MISS

Fellows in orthopedic or neurosurgery spine programs

Residents in their final years who will specialize in spine surgery
How the course is delivered:
Total duration 16–20 hours, 8 weeks, online

A series of self-directed learning activities and resources, combined with live online sessions

Readings and prerecorded presentations and lectures prepare for the live sessions

Live online panel discussions and small group case discussions, led by international experts in the various areas of MISS

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