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Presenters: Woo Chun Lee - South Korea Caio Nery - Brazil Cristian

1 2018 AOFAS Conference Pullman Cairns International Convenor: Anthony Cadden President: Alison Taylor International Guest Presenters: Woo Chun Lee - South Korea Caio Nery - Brazil Cristian Ortiz - Chile Friday 17 - Sunday 19 August 2018 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS & REGISTRATION

2 Organising Committee President: Dr Alison Taylor Convenor: Dr Anthony Cadden Welcome Dear Colleagues, The Organising Committee invites you to the 2018 Australian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Conference. We would like to welcome all delegates from Australia, as well as those from further afield, including our International Guest Presenters, Dr Woo Chun Lee, Dr Caio Nery and Dr Cristian Ortiz. This meeting provides all of us with the opportunity to share knowledge and research ideas in an effort to expand our field. We look forward to a dynamic meeting with contributions from local faculty as well as our guest presenters. We hope this meeting will provide an excellent learning opportunity by offering a variety of topics of interest to foot and ankle surgeons from all backgrounds. Important Dates CLOSING DATE for receipt of ABSTRACTS 1700 EST Monday 09 July 2018 Confirmation of abstract acceptance forwarded via ONLY Friday 20 July 2018 CLOSING DATE for EARLY Registration Friday 27 July 2018 We look forward to hosting you in Cairns. Anthony Cadden 2018 AOFAS Conference Convenor Registration The conference has a dedicated secure 24 hour online registration website at your fingertips. Access enables you to update your details instantly. Visit click on events scroll to the events schedule & select your conference. To register select Delegate Registration, you will be prompted to create an account which can be used to login and at any time to update your registration. If Submiting an abstract select Submit your Abstract from the right hand side of the screen. Upon completion of the registration & abstract submission process you will be automatically supplied with a summary & confirmation of your registration. Cairns Cairns is a modern and vibrant city and the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Port Douglas and the Daintree Rainforest. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wonderful attractions Tropical North Queensland has to offer. Cairns City is framed by a backdrop of rainforest mountain ranges, with the Cairns Esplanade being the central drawcard for tourists and locals alike AOFAS Conference - 2 of 8

2018 AOFAS Conference Guest Presenters Woo Chun Lee - South Korea Dr Woo-Chun Lee is currently the Director of the Seoul Foot and Ankle Centre at the Dubalo Orthopaedic Clinic in Seoul South Korea.

He is a Council Member of the International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies and a Past President of the Korean Foot and Ankle Society.

Caio Nery - Brazil Associate Professor Caio Nery is a Surgeon based at the Albert Einstein Jewish Hospital and the Foot and Ankle Clinic at UNIFESP (Federal University of Sao Paulo).

Cristian Ortiz is the Director of the Foot and Ankle Fellowship program at the Clinica Alemana and Universidad del Desarrollo in Santiago, Chile.

3 2018 AOFAS Conference Guest Presenters Woo Chun Lee - South Korea Dr Woo-Chun Lee is currently the Director of the Seoul Foot and Ankle Centre at the Dubalo Orthopaedic Clinic in Seoul South Korea. Prior to this he was a Professor in the department pf Orthopaedic Surgery at the College of Medicine, Inje University, Seoul Paik Hospital. He is a Council Member of the International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies and a Past President of the Korean Foot and Ankle Society. Dr Lee was the recipient of the Grand Prix: Academic Award at the Korean Orthopaedic Association Meeting last year (2017). Caio Nery - Brazil Associate Professor Caio Nery is a Surgeon based at the Albert Einstein Jewish Hospital and the Foot and Ankle Clinic at UNIFESP (Federal University of Sao Paulo). He is a past president of the Brazillian Foot and Ankle Society and the Latin American Legg Foot and Ankle Federation. Cristian Ortiz - Chile Dr. Cristian Ortiz is the Director of the Foot and Ankle Fellowship program at the Clinica Alemana and Universidad del Desarrollo in Santiago, Chile. He is past president of the Chilean foot and ankle society in 2002 and Past president of the Chilean Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons in He is actively involved in the activities of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), and is currently the secretary of The International Federation of Foot and Ankle Societies. He is regularly involved in international teaching, research and organizational activities and is one of the Founders of the Asia Pacific Foot and Ankle Society AOFAS Conference - 3 of 8

4 Abstract Submission Call for Abstracts Scientific papers are invited for oral presentations. Authors should submit abstracts written in English to Taylored Images no later than 1700 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on Monday 09 July Papers received after this date will not be accepted for inclusion in this year s program. All abstracts submitted are subject to review by the Scientific Program Committee and will, if accepted, be assigned to either oral or poster presentation. Authors may indicate preference for oral (podium) presentation and/or poster presentation during the interactive Abstract submission process. Once abstracts have been accepted for presentation, no changes will be accepted to their content. Disclaimer All speakers/presenters are to disclose any financial involvement or assistance they have received for their paper. Abstract Format All submitted abstracts MUST follow the guidelines as set by the Scientific Program Committee to be accepted. These guidelines are accessible from: To access these guidelines select Abstracts from the above websites main menu, then Guidelines. Submission Method (ABSTRACTS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ELECTRONICALLY) Submission as follows via the Taylored Images website: (a) Follow the links to 2018 AOFAS; click on Submit Your Abstract and follow the prompts (b) It is essential all photographs and diagrams are embedded within the document, prior to uploading the abstract (c) On submission, you will be prompted to create an account which will allow you to view & edit your abstract/s after initial submission until 1700 Monday 09 July AOFAS Conference - 4 of 8

Important Note A credit card must be provided with your booking to guarantee accommodation. Your card details will be forwarded to the accommodation venue as guarantee of the booking.

5 Important Note A credit card must be provided with your booking to guarantee accommodation. Your card details will be forwarded to the accommodation venue as guarantee of the booking. It is essential all accommodation bookings/amendments/cancellations are forwarded to Taylored Images. Taylored Images do not charge your card for accommodation. Payments for accommodation is finalised on departure direct with the accommodation venue. Accommodation bookings & amendments made after Friday 27 July 2018 will incur a $33 service fee. Accommodation Cairns, QLD Pullman International Cairns The Pullman Cairns International offers you a perfect combination of comfort and convenience located in the heart of the city and just 8 kilometers from the domestic and international airports. This unique 5-star hotel in Cairns city reflects the ambience and spirit of Far North Queensland and exudes the architectural style and grandeur of the city centre s rich colonial past. Standard Room $ per night PLEASE NOTE August is a busy period in Cairns, Taylored Images has secured accommodation with competitive rates at the above hotel. To secure accommodation we advise you book as soon as possible via the online exhibitor portal to avoid disappoint. As per hotel terms and conditions any accommodation cancellations made after Friday 27 July 2018 will be subject to a cancellation fee of 100% of the total accommodation cancelled. Reservations made after this date will be subject to availability at the best rate of the day. Travel Arrangements Do you need flights to Noosa for 2018 AOFAS Corporate Traveller Group would like to assist you. Please mention the code: 2018 AOFAS Book early to avoid disappointment Contact Lisa Janson on Toll Free: or lisa.janson@corporatetraveller.com.au 2018 AOFAS Conference - 5 of 8

General Notes Registration Early Registration Pre Friday 27 July Full Registration Post Friday 27 July Conference Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy A cancellation fee of AUD$200.

6 General Notes Registration Early Registration Pre Friday 27 July Full Registration Post Friday 27 July Conference Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy A cancellation fee of AUD$ applies for registration cancellations prior to Friday 27 July No refunds applicable for cancellations after Friday 27 July Orthopaedic Surgeon $1, $1, Orthopaedic Registrar $ $ Inclusions: Attendance at all Conference Sessions Welcome Reception - Friday - Exhibition Area Conference Dinner - Saturday - Cairns Aquarium Breakfast Daily as per Program Morning / Afternoon Refreshments & Lunch Daily as per Program Accompanying Person $ $ Liability / Insurance Registration fees don t include insurance of any kind. Neither AOFAS nor Taylored Images will accept liability for damages of any nature (including financial) sustained by participants, or loss or damage to their personal property in the event of industrial disruptions or natural disasters. It is highly recommended you take out a suitable travel insurance policy including coverage for non refundable registration fees when you register for the meeting and book your travel. Inclusions: Welcome Reception - Friday - Exhibition Area Conference Dinner - Saturday - Cairns Aquarium Breakfast Daily as per Program Lunch Daily as per Program Additional Conference Dinner Tickets $ AOFAS Conference - 6 of 8

7 Pre & Post Touring Kuranda Rail, Skyrail & Hartleys Crocodile Adventure Take an historical rail journey to Kuranda, enjoying breathtaking views across the cane fields of Cairns to the tropical rainforest of Kuranda. Experience Skyrail Rainforest Cableway taking you on an experience over World Heritage. Enjoy birds-eye views as you glide just meters over the canopy. Hartley s Crocodile Adventures is the best place to see crocodiles in Tropical North Queensland! Raging Thunder - Rafting Tully Xtream Operating on the Tully River, travelling with our senior guides, negotiate your way down the river with a small flotilla of rafts with time to experience body surfing, rock jumping and rapid swims. Xtreme hits the river first, giving you the Tully at its absolute best. Great Barrier Reef Adventure Full Day The beauty of the Great Barrier Reef is yours to experience when you cruise from Cairns to our luxury 3 level pontoon on the Outer Reef. Escape into a world of surprises to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Outer Great Barrier Reef. From the comfort of the stable reef activity platform, this is the perfect base for swimmers and non-swimmers to explore. Snorkel and dive, visit the underwater observatory and cruise in a semi-sub. Green Island Eco Adventure Climb aboard Great Adventures fast catamaran to journey from Cairns. Green Island s unique reef and rainforest environment awaits to provide the one-stop tropical island experience. Revel in an array of activities or relax and let your day unfold in this tropical paradise. Stroll through magical rainforest, laze on white coral sand beaches, swim, dive or snorkel. Foaming Fury Barron River Rafting Half Day Join Foaming Fury s professional team for an afternoon of thrills and spills on the Barron River. Travel just 20 minutes North West of Cairns to the Barron River and let Foaming Fury s guide entertain you in eight person rafts. Spend two hours paddling rapids up to Grade 3 (four hour round trip). Barron River is a Dam controlled river, allowing consistent supplies of water all year round. A professional photographer accompanies each tour, providing top quality rafting photographs for purchase. $ Adult $ Adult $ Adult $ Adult $ Adult Click on the below link for more details, other opportunities and to book 2018 AOFAS - Optional Activities Minimum and maximum numbers apply 2018 AOFAS Conference - 7 of 8

Preliminary Program Friday 17 August 2018 1200-1300 Registration 1200-1300 Lunch - Industry Exhibition Area 1300-1500 Scientific Session 1 1500-1530 Afternoon Refreshments - Industry Exhibition Area

8 Preliminary Program Friday 17 August Registration Lunch - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Afternoon Refreshments - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Annual General Business Meeting Welcome Cocktail Reception - Industry Exhibition Area Saturday 18 August Breakfast - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Morning Refreshments - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Lunch - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Afternoon Refreshments - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Conference Dinner - Cairns Aquarium Sunday 19 August Breakfast - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Morning Refreshments - Industry Exhibition Area Scientific Session Conference Close 2018 AOFAS Conference - 8 of 8

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