Please join us for a FREE symposium designed to enhance and recognize the latest technologies in the field of spine disorders detection, management, and minimally invasive and complex spine surgery and non-surgical options. Focus on topics concerning the management of lower back pain, as well as technological advancements, controversial spine topics, complications, and socio-economic issues. The course will provide a mixture of didactic, evidence-based guideline review, along with an opportunity for panel discussion.
This year, we are providing dual conference options for attendees: both in-person and virtual. Participants can experience the event firsthand at the Fairview Park Marriott Hotel, located at 3111 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA 22042. Alternatively, for those who wish to attend virtually, we are live-streaming all our sessions, and recordings will also be made available. We kindly remind you that registration is MANDATORY to confirm both venue capacity and catering arrangements for in-person attendees.
All registrants will have access to the recordings after the conference.
If you choose to register to attend virtually, Zoom links will be sent out the week of the event via email used during registration. Ensure the email address that you want the Zoom instructions sent to is within your profile. Each link is unique to the email address used to register for the event.
Healthcare professionals
Neurosurgeons, Neurologists, Orthopedists, Primary Care Physicians, Sports Medicine, Pain Specialists, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialists, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Residents, Fellows, Postdocs, EMS, healthcare professionals and medical students.
Patients
Inova patients, non-Inova patients and those age 18+ with or interested in learning about arm, neck, lower back pain and spine.
Questions about this event? Contact marie.bermudez@inova.org
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Dr. Andrew Fanous is the Section Chief of Neurological Surgery for Inova Alexandria Hospital. Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery & General Neurosurgery. Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia.
Dr. Ron Childs is the System Program Director of the Inova Spine Program. Chairman of the Orthopedic Spine section at Inova Fairfax and a Medical Director in the Inova Spine Program.
Dr. Andrew Fanous is the Section Chief of Neurological Surgery for Inova Alexandria Hospital. Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery & General Neurosurgery. Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia.
Dr. Mateo Ziu is the Medical Director of Inova Brain and Spine Tumor Program and Inova Schar Cancer Institute's Neuro-oncology. He is board certified in neurological surgery with over 12 years of experience. Dr. Ziu specializes in brain, spine, and pituitary tumors and collaborates on global clinical trials. He previously directed the Brain and Spine Tumor Program at Seton Brain and Spine Institute and was an Assistant Professor at Dell Medical School, University of Texas, Austin.
Dr. Greg Fischer is Inova Health System' Program Director for Pain Medicine. Assistant Professor, UVA School of Medicine Inova Campus. Team Physician, Pain Medicine, The Washington Commanders Football Team Inova Comprehensive Pain Centers
Dr. Andrew Fanous is the Section Chief of Neurological Surgery for Inova Alexandria Hospital. Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery & General Neurosurgery. Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia.
Dr. Gordon specializes in non-surgical pain management, offering treatments like epidural nerve blocks and spinal cord stimulation. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed advanced training at UCLA. Dr. Gordon is recognized as a Top Doctor by Northern Virginia and Washingtonian Magazines. He serves as NSPC's Director of Clinical Outcomes. An avid athlete, he enjoys running and spending time with his family.
Dr. Yeung is a spine surgeon specializing in orthopedic spine surgery and orthopedic spine oncology. He is fellowship trained.
Dr. John F. Hamilton is the Medical Director of the Inova Peripheral Nerve Program and Co-Medical Director of the Inova Spine Program at Inova Fairfax Hospital. He is also an Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. An award-winning, board-certified neurosurgeon, Dr. Hamilton completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital and fellowships at Cedar Sinai Institute and LSU. Recognized as a Top Doctor by Washingtonian in 2021, he has over 12 years of practice in Northern Virginia, specializing in complex brain and spine neurosurgery.
Dr. Moshirfar is the Founder and CEO of the Orthopedic & Spine Surgery Institute (OSSI) and a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon. He specializes in spinal disorders and performs advanced procedures, including minimally invasive spine surgery. He is the President of Medical Staff at Inova Loudoun Hospital and an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Moshirfar values patient education and emphasizes conservative treatments before surgery.
Dr. Wegner is a spine surgeon dedicated to eliminating debilitating pain and helping patients return to active, productive lives. He believes a well-performed spine surgery can be one of the most effective medical interventions. Dr. Wegner emphasizes compassion and communication, treating every patient like family. He values teaching and empowering patients to make informed decisions about their spine care.
Dr. Andrew Fanous is the Section Chief of Neurological Surgery for Inova Alexandria Hospital. Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery & General Neurosurgery. Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia.
Dr. Ron Childs is the System Program Director of the Inova Spine Program. Chairman of the Orthopedic Spine section at Inova Fairfax and a Medical Director in the Inova Spine Program.
Dr. Peter Wei specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Inova Fairfax Hospital.
Shamaila Iqbal is the System Lead Spine Navigator Manager of Inpatient Operations (Spine & Call Center) Inova Neuroscience and Spine Program. Megan Foddrell is the Spine Patient Care Navigator for Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
Parking is complimentary at Falls Church Marriott
Attendees are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the Marriott Fairview Park Hotel.
The Marriott Fairview Park Hotel is conveniently situated equidistantly between Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) and Reagan Airports (DCA). Union Station, located in Washington, DC, is about a 30-40 minute drive from the hotel. Both airports and Union Station provide accessible ground transportation services to the hotel's location in Falls Church, VA, typically a 30-40 minute drive. Additionally, Uber or Lyft serve as reliable alternatives for ground transportation within the DC metro area.
Attendees are responsible for booking their own accommodations. We recommend staying at the Marriott Fairview Park Hotel for the convenience of proximity to the conference. However, there are several other hotels nearby that may suit varying budgetary requirements. Below are the two hotels that are located closest to the Meeting Location
8296 Glass Alley, Fairfax, VA 22031
Phone: 571-327-2277
Inova/corporate rate code: 8296INOVA
3111 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 849-9400
Director of Education, Neurosciences
Neurosurgery Residency Program Director
Professor, Department of Neurosurgery
University of Virginia School of Medicine, Inova Campus
George Mason University
Section Chief of Neurological Surgery | INOVA Alexandria Hospital
Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery & General Neurosurgery Department of Neurosciences
INOVA Medical Group Neurosurgery Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery
University of Virginia
Top Doctor in Neurosurgery
Castle Connolly 2021
Top Doctors, Washingtonian, 2021, 2022
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society
Gold Humanism Honor Society
Louis A. & Ruth Siegel Award for Excellence in Teaching
Resident Physician Community Service Award
Graduate Medical Education
Quality Improvement Grant Award
System Program Director of the Inova Spine Program | InovaBoard-Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Inova Health System
More information: https://www.inova.org/doctors/ronald-c-childs-md
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Inova CME Accreditation
The Medical Society of Virginia is a member of the Southern States CME Collaborative, an ACCME Recognized Accreditor. Inova Health System Office of Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Southern States CME Collaborative to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Designation
The Inova Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this live educational activity for a maximum of 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) ™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Physicians may claim up to 5.75 credits in Type 1 CME on the Virginia Board of Medicine Continued Competency and Assessment Form required for renewal of an active medical license in Virginia.
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As an exhibitor you will have the unique opportunity to connect your brand and network directly with various clinical community members, such as neurologists, psychiatrists, speech pathologists, pediatricians, and geriatric, internal medicine, and neurosurgery clinicians. If you are interested in joining us, please review the exhibitor details in this prospectus.
Questions? Email Christina Fontana for more information.
