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You will achieve in only 6 months the knowledge update you are looking for in the Management of Ankle Surgery Complications "
Nowadays, medical professionals face great challenges derived from the intervention in patients suffering from ankle injuries, such as osteoarthritis or osteomyelitis in the bones of the foot. These two pathologies require advanced and precise knowledge of the processes, both in diagnosis and management, as well as in the possible complications that may arise.
A specialization increasingly required due to the increase in patients suffering from flat feet, cape foot, primary and post-traumatic osteoarthritis or require reconstruction of skin defects in this lower limb of the human body. In this sense, technological and technical advances have revolutionized and significantly modified the treatment and prognosis of these complications, which are quite frequent in the foot and ankle area. Faced with this reality, TECH has created this postgraduate diploma in Management of Ankle Surgery Complications through a 100% online program, taught by professional teachers with extensive experience in this subspecialty.
In this way, over the course of 6 months, the specialist will learn about the latest developments in the approach to patients with hindfoot injuries, and will be offered the most innovative techniques in the treatment of ankle osteoarthritis or the most appropriate surgical indications and their decision algorithm. All this will be possible thanks to an extensive range of teaching resources, including video summaries of each topic, videos in detail, essential readings and clinical cases, which make up the library of this program.
A qualification with a theoretical-practical approach, which is an excellent opportunity for the medical professional to be able to comfortably study a postgraduate diploma, whenever and wherever they want. All you need is an electronic device with an internet connection to access the content hosted on the virtual campus. You will also be able to distribute the course load according to your needs, making this program an ideal option for those seeking to balance their personal responsibilities with a quality university education.
A postgraduate diploma that will provide you with a new vision in the approach to osteoarthritis at the tibio-peroneal-astragal joint level"
This postgraduate diploma in Management of Ankle Surgery Complications contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:
- The development of practical cases presented by experts in medicine
- The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
- Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
- Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
- Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
- Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
Undoubtedly an educational option, designed and conceived for professionals who wish to balance their responsibilities with quality teaching"
The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.
The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.
This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the psychologists must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.
A 100% online program that will allow you to be aware of the current surgical approach to patients with hindfoot pathologies"
Easily delve into the most innovative surgical techniques for the treatment of ankle osteoarthritis through multimedia resources"
Objectives
New technologies have had a significant influence on current techniques to approach ankle surgeries, which is why this postgraduate diploma offers the specialist the most recent scientific evidence in this area. This will allow the specialist to be aware of the solution methods, the determination of a patient suitable or not for certain interventions or the advances in the management of ankle osteoarthritis and arthroplasty at the end of this program. The expert teaching faculty of this program will accompany the professional to achieve these goals successfully.
You have 450 teaching hours of advanced and recent content on the most frequent complications in ankle surgery"
General Objectives
- Mention frequent complications and how to avoid them
- Update inclusion and exclusion criteria for patients who are candidates for ankle prosthesis treatment
- Analyze in depth the basic principles and biomechanics of ankle prostheses
- List criteria for selection of ideal patients for each surgical technique
- Detail indispensable principles for the realization of a graft or flap in the coverage of skin defects at the level of the foot and ankle
Specific Objectives
Module 1. Hindfoot Pathology
- Develop European and leading society guidelines and update literature and articles of interest
- Specify the surgical indications and their decision algorithm
- Establish contraindications as well as special situations
Module 2. Ankle Arthrosis and Arthroplasty
- Generate specialized knowledge on the pathophysiology of ankle osteoarthritis
- Develop the most innovative surgical techniques for the treatment of ankle osteoarthritis
- Determine the criteria for the selection of the ideal patients for each surgical technique
Module 3. Reconstruction of Cutaneous Defects of the Foot and Ankle Osteomyelitis of Bones of the Foot and Ankle
- Understand the pathophysiology of osteomyelitis
- Examine the anatomy of the leg, ankle, and foot area to develop anatomical guides
- Determine high and low complexity techniques to provide a range of options
- Select the appropriate graft or flap based on the type of defect present
The case studies and detailed videos provide you with an eminently practical vision, which will lead you to integrate new techniques into your daily practice"
Postgraduate Diploma in Management of Ankle Surgery Complications
The management of ankle surgery complications refers to the procedures and techniques used to treat and prevent complications that can arise after surgery on the ankle.
Most common complications of ankle surgery
Infection: can be treated with antibiotics and, in some cases, surgical drainage. Pain: can be controlled with analgesics and physical therapy. Soft tissue tightness: can be treated with physical therapy and/or revision surgery. Joint stiffness: can be treated with stretching exercises and physical therapy. Muscle weakness: can be addressed with strengthening exercises and physical therapy.
Management of these complications may involve a combination of medical treatments, physical therapy and, in some cases, revision surgery to adequately address the underlying problem.
This online academic program seeks to provide students with comprehensive training in the management of ankle surgery complications. Students will learn the basics of ankle surgery, as well as the most common complications that can arise during and after the procedure. In addition, they will gain specific knowledge on how to prevent and treat different types of complications, allowing them to quickly detect and address potential problems. Learning will take place through theoretical and practical modules, including case studies and skill-building simulations. At the end of the course, students will be ready to apply their knowledge in the professional and work context, and will be able to work effectively to minimize and treat complications in ankle surgery