NASS 2025: Premeeting Webinars to Enhance Your Knowledge and Skills
As we gear up for the NASS Annual Meeting, we are excited to offer a series of premeeting webinars designed to enrich your expertise and prepare you for the comprehensive discussions and innovations showcased during the main event. These webinars are open to all, with NASS members benefiting from a discounted rate. The sessions cover a range of critical topics, featuring leading experts in the field who will provide valuable insights and practical strategies.This year’s pre-meeting webinars feature cutting-edge symposia submissions carefully selected by the Program Committee for online environments. Join us for real-time engagement, delving into diverse spine-related topics and gaining valuable insights from leading professionals.
CME is available. All webinars begin at 7 p.m. CDT.
Members: $35; Nonmembers: $65
Thursday, October 2, 7:00 p.m. CDT
Emerging Concepts in Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery
Chairs: Benjamin D. Elder, MD, PhD and David W. Polly, MD
Faculty: Christopher Kleck, MD; Zeeshan Sardar, MD, MSc; P. Justin Tortolani, MD; Raymond J. Hah, MD
Explore the latest breakthroughs in adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery with leading experts in the field. This dynamic webinar will tackle evolving concepts in spinal alignment, bone health optimization, and the integration of patient-specific technologies to improve surgical outcomes. Through focused presentations and an engaging case discussion, faculty will address controversial topics and share practical strategies for managing complex ASD cases. Whether you're refining your understanding or looking to adopt new techniques, this session offers valuable insights you can apply in practice.
Wednesday, October 8, 7:00 p.m. CDT
Avoiding Pitfalls and Optimizing Outcomes in Thoracolumbar Trauma
Chairs: David Gendelberg, MD and Ashraf N. El Naga, MD
Faculty: Theresa Pazionis, MD; Jose A. Canseco, MD; Carlo Bellabarba, MD
Thoracolumbar spine trauma represents the majority of spinal injuries across all age groups, from high-energy trauma in younger patients to fragility fractures in the elderly. In this live webinar, experts will provide an evidence-based overview of injury patterns, initial evaluation, and treatment decision-making. Discussion will focus on avoiding common pitfalls and tailoring management to optimize functional outcomes.
Thursday, October 16, 7:00 p.m. CDT
Diagnosis and Interdisciplinary Management of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy
Chair: Justin M. Lantz, DPT
Faculty: Ram Haddas, PhD, MBA; Rick Placide, MD, PT; Michael Suer, MD; Brandon Lucke-Wold, MD
Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is the most common cause of spinal cord dysfunction in adults—yet it often goes unrecognized. In this live webinar, presented by the Section on Interdisciplinary Spine Care, a multidisciplinary panel of experts will explore the biomechanics, disability impact, and diagnostic challenges of DCM. Attendees will review current clinical guidelines and gain practical insights to support earlier diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.
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