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Lecture Assignment for Week 22
Monday, November 24, 2014
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| 1st Year Lecture |
| Locking versus Non-Locking Plate Fixation |
Brian C. Rell, DPM,FACFAS Podiatrist, Foot and Ankle SpecialistCoastal Orthopedics & Sports MedicineBradenton, FL
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In this lecture, Dr. Rell explains the differences between locking and non-locking plates. He describes the characteristics of each type of plate along with their strengths and weaknesses. Finally, he reviews studies which compare the use of locking plates, non-locking plates and screw fixation without the use of plates.
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| 2nd Year Lecture |
| Surgical Offloading of the Diabetic Foot |
Suhad Hadi, DPMLouis Stokes Veterans Administration
Akron Community Based Outpatient Clinic
Akron, OH
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Dr. Hadi discusses the risks and benefits of surgically offloading the diabetic foot and methods to determine that risk. She reviews the JFAS clinical practice guidelines and offers case studies to support her statements.
This PRESENT lecture was made possible by an Educational Grant from 
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| 3rd Year Lecture |
| Treatment Options for Surgical Dehiscence |
Rodney M Stuck, DPM Professor, Dept. of Orthopaedic Surgery, Loyola University. Section Chief of Podiatry, Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital.
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In this lecture, Dr. Stuck reviews the possible reasons for post operative wound dehiscence.
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