| | | 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. Audio CDs: 1 | | Audio CD | | $12.00 | | $12.00 | |
