Dr. ARYADI KURNIAWAN’s Observership AT PAEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC DEPARTMENT

LUCILLE PACKARD STANFORD CHILDREN HOSPITAL

 It has been an honour and privileged for me to receive an opportunity to visit one of best paediatric orthopedic centre in USA. Such opportunity is made possible by the 2014 AAOS Indonesian Orthopaedic Association International Surgical Skills Scholarship Award.

With Dr. Scott Hoffinger

I spent a few days as an observer in clinics as well as in the operating theatre where I met various cases of pediatric orthopaedics. The hospitable and opern-armed orthopaedic surgeon and staff of paediatric orthopaedic department Lucille Packard Children Hospital even made the atmosphere more condusive. I admired the clinical wisdom delivered by Dr James Gamble and Dr Lawrence Rinsky.  I took benefit of Dr Scott Hoffinger inovation and experience and I enjoyed the energy and sharp-witted enthusiasm from Dr Meghan Imrie, Dr Jeffrey Young and Dr Stephanie Pun. Last but not least the help from Ms Patty Gallardo Siordia the department secreatary had made everything even more accomodating for me.



 

The exposure on clinic and operating theatre improved my clinical knowledge and enhanced my skill as well as it gave me an overview of what paediatric orthopedic cases would be in a developed country. The patient consultation at clinic refined my history taking capability and furthermore, when there was an interesting case the consultant always invited me to an open and vivid discussion. The observership at operating theatre actualize and completed my surgical strategy.  It is very important and significant for me to prepare my hospital as the top referral hospital for paediatric orthopedic cases in Indonesia. I surely  believe my clinical observership at the Lucille Packard Stanford Children Hospital would eventually be fruitfull and boost up my professional development and level of service to my patients.

Patricia Moreno, MD (Brazil) now at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego. Excellence in Pediatric Orthopedic Care.

 And the work continues in San Diego, California…What a great teaching hospital!

It was such an honor to have completed an observership program at Rady Children’s Hospital, the largest children’s hospital in California! 

I was able to work closely with respected Professors in the field of Pediatric Orthopedics, both seeing patients in the clinic and in the surgery room.  I value this great opportunity to learn not only about issues related to patient care but also to receive guidance for research, ethics and professional conduct.  

It was great to work with Dr. Henry Chambers, and especially learn and review the guidelines on the treatment of children with cerebral palsy, which I will apply for the benefit of my patients.

The days in clinic and surgery with Dr. Scott Mubarack had a great impact on me. His teaching ability added to his solid concepts on management of hip and feet disorders and deformities were very enlightening. Participating in conferences and case discussion sessions with professors, attending physicians, fellows and residents was a valuable experience that  always awakens the desire to study and learn more and more.

Apart from establishing great academic connections, I am most grateful to have made friends for life!  Thanks to Carolina Schaber, RN, my stay was even more pleasant.  She is also in the AACPDM Adaptive Sports Committee with me.  It was nice to meet her family and her talented sportive girls.

Great city of San Diego!  I will miss it a lot!

Patricia Moreno, MD (Brazil), the recipient of the 2014 International Emerging Leaders (IEL) Scholarship, is in the USA for her planned academic journey

"I want to acknowledge the support of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), which by the means of the 2014 International Emerging Leaders (IEL) Scholarship, has allowed me to advance in the development of my professional career and, ultimately, the care of my patients. 

I have spent the first part of my stay at the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) Meeting held in San Diego from the 9^th to the 13^th of September.  It was a remarkable educational experience as it is the gathering of world renowned physicians and other health related professionals who are not only involved in the clinical care but also greatly dedicated to investigating how to improve quality of life of children, adolescents and adults with cerebral palsy and other movement disorders.

I have been a proud member of the Adapted Sports Committee of the AACPDM for the second year in a row.  This year my colleagues and I were authors of an Instructional course on competitive sports for individuals with motor disabilities.  I lectured on adaptive rowing and its impact on children and adolescents with physical disabilities.  I feel very privileged to have taking part in such event and to be given the opportunity to share my work with children with cerebral palsy and other physical disabilities".

Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Tuan (Viet Nam) comes to USA on a scholarship visit

Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Tuan, orthopaedic surgeon at the Hospital of Trauma and Orthopedics, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam, writes about his scholarship experience: 

"I’m a lucky man when I’ve received the scholarship of the 2013 AAOS-Viet Nam Orthopaedic Association Visiting Scholar and Professional Development Program in Adult Reconstruction.

      The last observership in Mayo Clinic has been the amazing time in my career. This program is my wonderful experience. There are so much more than I would like to see, to understand, and to join. Professor Cabanela and his team are warm-hearted and caring hosts. Words cannot really depict how I felt during this experience.

     I also would like to express my gratitude to Ms. Gurevich, coordinator of AAOS, who helped me with the professional arrangements. This made my stay stress-free and pleasant. Many thanks to Ms Gurevich.

     I have had an opportunity to open my mind, not only in new technique, treatment concepts of joint reconstruction, but also in other aspects such as OR organization, patient education and communication...It's really regret that I weren't able to take the pictures in the OR because of legal rule. I believe they would be the very interesting evidences when I tell to my colleagues about. Prof. Trousdale, prof. Sierra, prof. Taunton and their teams were very enthusiastic to help me during my stay in Mayo Clinic.

     Of some orthopedics meetings, I have had a chance to joint, the “Musculoskeletal Oncology for the Practicing Orthopedist”conference was very interesting. At there, I could see the wonderful cooperation among orthopedists, phathologic physicians and medical imaging specialists.
     The orthopedics lab is also the very interesting place where I wish I have an opportunity to do a research. Prof. Kai-nan An, a very gentle man, introduced me many exciting and sophisticated equipments.  After visiting that place, I have understood a little bit how they have been able to do sophisticated basic science researches with the unique machines.

     Of course, the Mayo's library is a wonderful place for me. I feel regret to spend only short time there, although I tried my best to make copies material of books, papers as many as I can. I do believe that I have a lot to share with my colleagues when I come back to Vietnam.

     Finally, I strongly believe that this scholarship has a profound impact on the recipient’s professional and personal development."

2013 AAOS International Emerging Leadershio Scholarship

I have spent two weeks at the 2013 AAOS International Emerging Leadership (IEL) Scholarhip at the Mass general hospital as my base. This was an incredible experience for me that I would like to share with you.

First I would like to thank Ms Ana  Gurevich who made all the arrangements for my arrival and departure, making my trip extremely easy and confortable. This was perfectly organized, all in advance.

I would also like to express my gratitude to Ms Stefanie Madanian, assistant to Dr Rubash, who took care of my stay in Boston and helped me with the professional arrangements and life details. This made my stay stress-free and pleasant. Many thanks to Ms Madanian.

Dr Harry Rubash, the Chief or Orthopeadics at Mass General and Chair of Orthopedics at Harvard Medical, was my host during this trip. What an amassing person to work with and learn from! I expected much from my stay, but words cannot really do justice to how I felt during this experience.

The first thing that strikes me about Dr Rubash is his caring personality and kindness towards 

 

his colleagues and staff. He has an amazing organizer and educator and I admire his ability to seamlessly transfer his knowledge to his residents and fellows, showing them all tips and trick ‘of the trade’. He has incredible patience and empathy for his colleagues, and yet is tireless in guidance and moving things forward.

I am really grateful for the chance to meet and learn from Dr Rubash. It is not every day one gets an opportunity to learn from someone who’s led one of the greatest hospitals in the world for over 15 years. I was shadowing Dr Rubash during his every day routine. Except, there is nothing ‘routine’ about his day. Every day was a brand new experience. From administrative meetings with his coworkers, from which I have learned much that can be applied to my work at my Department of Orthopedic Surgery.

During my stay in Boston, in fact at the very beginning, we attended the Harvard Medical School 43^rd Annual Arthroplasty Course. This was fantastic. I cannot imagine such a course be organized any better. The focus in this course was not only on education but also on the scientific content. The sessions and presenters were very mind-stimulating. The course was attended by experts from all over the world, enabling direct contact and best practice exchange among peers.

Thank you Dr Rubash! For devoting your time and attention to me! I know how valuable your time is. I will not forget this experience.

Also, thanks to AAOS for making this possible and organizing this International Emerging Leadership (IEL) Scholarship.

To all future candidates – I highly recommend this program – it will have a profound influence on your professional and personal development.

"Teaching involves much more than just telling"

The second day of the course was quite intense.

Faculty do anything to keep things up and not letting attendees become tired or bored; and speaking about faculty: they all have great expertise! (some of them have been working with ortho residents for over 30 years!).

Interactivity is intense and it is also one of the highlights of the course.

I have met people from all over the USA and also from other countries (Uganda, Israel, South Korea).. and you know what? We all have the same doubts concerning teaching and assessing residents!

I should have taken this course years ago..

Course for Orthopaedic Educators

Hi folks!
Today is November 3rd and I'm starting the second part of the IEL Scholarship.
It is 7 pm of a freezing Sunday in Bloomingdale, Illinois (suburbs of Chicago) and we are all gathered in the main room for the course launch (I'm kind of shocked .. there are so many attendees!).
As an Ortho residency coordinator I do hope to improve my way of teaching and assessing my residents. I know I could do a lot for them, however sometimes I feel I need some advices in order to track the right path...
Let's see what happens