Register: UCSF Pediatric and Adult Spine Surgery Course, July 16 - 19, 2025


July 16-19 2025 | Honolulu, Hawaiʻi
Register now at: spinehawaii.ucsf.edu

San Francisco, CA (May 28, 2025)  — The UCSF Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is proud to announce the 2025 UCSF Pediatric and Adult Spine Surgery Course, taking place July  16–19, 2025, in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. This three-and-a-half-day interactive course brings together leading experts in spine surgery to explore state-of-the-art approaches to treating complex spinal disorders in both pediatric and adult populations.

Designed for surgeons, physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, residents, and fellows, the course offers a deep dive into advanced surgical techniques, current evidence-based practices, and innovative approaches in spine care. Participants will engage in didactic lectures, hands-on learning, and interactive case-based discussions to enhance clinical decision-making and surgical planning.

Course Highlights:

  • Expert instruction in spinal reconstruction, minimally invasive techniques, and interbody fusion

  • Evidence-based approaches to sagittal alignment, degenerative disease, and spine oncology

  • Strategies to reduce perioperative risk and optimize patient outcomes

  • Real-world case presentations for hands-on learning and discussion

Course Chairs:

  • Lionel N. Metz, MD, UCSF

  • Lee A. Tan, MD, UCSF

  • Kyle Mitsunaga, MD, The Queen’s Medical Center, Honolulu

Featured Faculty Include:
Jens Chapman, MD • Stephen Lewis, MD • Yu Sun, MD • Feifei Zhou, MD

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from world-renowned experts and elevate your spine surgery practice in a collaborative, engaging setting.

Register today at spinehawaii.ucsf.edu