ONLINE, Scored and Recorded
10 SAE CME; 100 multiple-choice questions
CME for this program expires on 1/14/2029

Andrew J. Schoenfeld, MD, FAAOS
Editor-in-Chief

Broaden your knowledge of the diagnosis and management of spine conditions in several important domains: recognize common degenerative spinal pathologies, complication avoidance, current controversial topics, and treatment recommendations for spinal conditions in both elective and non-elective settings.

Learning Objectives
Completing this examination will help you:

• Describe the diagnosis and appropriate treatment of adult degenerative spinal disorders.
• Diagnose and treat commonly encountered aspects of spinal trauma.
• Identify critical issues in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal infections.
• Formulate appropriate treatment plans for patients with spinal tumors and metastatic disease.
• Identify factors which can lead to the ineffective treatment of common spinal pathology.
• Identify important factors influencing complications following the treatment of spinal conditions and develop appropriate strategies for management.

Self-Assessment in MOC
Credits earned by completing this Scored and Recorded Special Interest Self-Assessment Examinations can be applied to the scored and recorded self-assessment requirements as mandated by the ABOS Maintenance of Certification (MOC) process and will count toward the CME credit requirement as well.