CourseThe AO Spine Advanced Level Specimen Course on Posterior Correction of Spinal Deformities is a hands-on surgical training course focused on complex posterior spinal deformity correction. Organised by AO Spine, the course combines expert-led instruction with cadaveric training using human anatomical specimens.
The programme addresses preoperative planning, deformity analysis, posterior surgical approaches, instrumentation strategies, correction techniques and complication management. Teaching emphasises detailed spinal anatomy, alignment principles and intraoperative decision-making required for safe and effective deformity correction.
This course is intended for experienced spine surgeons who are already performing complex spinal deformity surgery and wish to refine advanced techniques, deepen anatomical understanding and strengthen decision-making in high-risk cases. It is not designed for early trainees or introductory-level participants.