Module 3: Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine
This Module, Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine, covers the main pathologies of Degenerative Disorders. These include disc herniation of the lumbar as well as the thoracic spine, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis. It is one of nine Modules of the Spine Surgery Diploma.
It takes 2-3 months to complete with a study commitment of 7-9 hours per week.
CME Credits: Up to 63 CME Credits available
Duration: 3 Months Access - expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Course Structure: The online lecture is in video format with English transcription, with pre- and post- learning assessment and additional learning materials.
Study Commitment: 7-9 hours of study per week
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Editor: Dr Pedro Berjano
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what's included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
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The Essential Package of Module 3 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- 63 CME Credits - 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
More information
The Deluxe Package of Module 3 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Downloadable Reference Material
- 63 CME Credits - 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
What you will cover in this Module
This Module covers the degenerative disorders of the thoraco-lumbar spine. It comprehensively addresses the main pathologies like disc herniation of the lumbar as well as the thoracic spine, spinal stenosis, spondylosis and degenerative spondylolisthesis in terms of epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical as well as imaging assessment, surgical and non-surgical treatment.
Non-specific low back pain is dealt with extensively. The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity is looked at specifically and its significance in the context of an ageing society is emphasised.
Learning Objectives
- To acquire the knowledge to assess, evaluate and diagnose degenerative disorders of the thoracolumbar spine
- To learn the decision making process to select different treatment modalities
- To know the evidence for the different treatment modalities
- To understand the surgical principles of, and the indications for, the treatment of degenerative disorders of the thoracolumbar spine
Lectures in this Module
You can browse the individual Lecture in this Module below, or download a PDF of our Diploma Lecture List.
Testimonials of our Module 3 Lectures
Module Editor
Pedro Berjano, MD
Head, GSpine4, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Milan, Italy
Deputy Editor (Media), European Spine Journal
eccElearning Participation
Editor
Module 3 Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine
Author
Thoracic disc herniations
Degenerative Lumbar Spondylosis: Surgical Treatment
Degenerative Spondylolisthesis: epidemiology, diagnosis, classification
The continuum from degenerative conditions to new onset deformity
Sacroiliac Joint Pain, Evaluation and Treatment
Complications and revision in thoracolumbar trauma
Module 3: Degenerative Disorders of the Thoracolumbar Spine
Pricing & Enrolment
Select a package below to enrol and to see what's included. All courses & packages can be enrolled on to and started immediately.
More information
The Essential Package of Module 3 includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference Material Abstracts
- 63 CME Credits - 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
It does not include:
Downloadable Reference Material
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases.
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
More information
The Deluxe Package of Module 3 Includes:
- Online Lecture Presentations
- Lecture Quizzes and Assessments
- Reference list and Abstracts
- Downloadable Reference Material
- 63 CME Credits - 3 CME Credits per Lecture (subject to passing Lectures)
- Online Module Examination
- Module Tutorial
Duration: 3 Months Access – expandable to 24 Months with subsequent Module purchases
Tuition language: English
Diploma: You can gain the Diploma in Spine Surgery by completing all 9 Modules and the Surgical Strategy Assessment within 24 Months of starting your first Module.
