| | | NHF12-220 | | Wish Upon a STAR: Discussion of Ankle Replacement Surgery Speakers: Paul S. Cooper, MD; Moderator: Carolyn Francis, RN, CNP, MS Learn about the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR™) from the Medstar Georgetown University Hospital's leading foot and ankle surgeon, Paul S. Cooper, MD. Dr. Cooper discusses ankle anatomy; what makes the bleeding disorders patient an ideal candidate for the STAR; the advantage of ankle replacement over an ankle fusion; and preoperative, post-operative and rehabilitative care. He talks about how bleeding disorders patients are doing and will be expected to do in the future. Having performed more than 1,000 ankle replacements, Dr. Cooper shares his experience, challenges and hopes for the future of ankle replacement therapy. | | MP3 | | $10.00 | | $10.00 | |
| | | NHF12-012 | | NYLI: Who Are We? What Do We Do? Speakers: Samantha Jankins; Alexandra Johnson; Sean Jeffrey The National Youth Leadership Institute (NYLI) is a leadership training program for a diverse group of young women and men affected by bleeding and clotting disorders, ages 18-25. NYLI was created in 2004 to foster the development of leaders and help NHF chapters/associations across the country build strong youth programs. During this session you have the opportunity to meet a few members from NYLI. Learn about different projects they have been involved in over the past year and the application process. Members will highlight their experiences at NHF events, including Washington Days, Youth Fit, and serving as representatives on the NHF Board of Directors, Diversity Outreach Working Group, Steps for Living Task Force, and Annual Meeting Planning Committee. | | MP3 | | $10.00 | | $10.00 | |
