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Osteochondral Talar Lesion Evaluation and Management & Pathophysiology of the Osteoarthritic Joint - Mark Hofbauer, DPM and Robert K. Duddy, DPM


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Osteochondral Talar Lesion Evaluation and Management & Pathophysiology of the Osteoarthritic Joint - Mark Hofbauer, DPM and Robert K. Duddy, DPM

Learning Objectives: At the end of the educational program, the learner will be able to:

  • Better understanding of pathophysiology of osteoarthritis
  • Better understanding of radiological evaluation of osteoarthritis
  • Impact of osteoarthritis on disability in the USA

Components

  • This course provides for 0.55 CECH
  • Estimated time to complete the activity - The program will take approximately 0.55 hours to complete.
  • The course was originally released in 2024
  • There is a post assessment quiz and a survey at the end of the event. A score of 76% or better is required to pass the course

Part 1 - Course Staff

Mark Hofbauer, DPM

About the Speaker:

Mark Hofbauer, DPM

Dr. Hofbauer received his Doctorate from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Upon completion of a three-year surgical residency at the Podiatry Hospital of Pittsburgh, Dr. Hofbauer completed an Internal Fixation Trauma Fellowship at The Free University of Berlin, Germany, as well as in the Regional Hospital in Interlaken, Switzerland. Board Certified in Foot, Rearfoot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Hofbauer is also a fellow of The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association. He serves as the Fellowship Director of the Mon Valley Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship Program, as well as Faculty of the West Penn Foot and Ankle Surgical Residency Program.

Robert K. Duddy, DPM

About the Speaker:

Robert K. Duddy, DPM

Dr. Robert Duddy graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy, cum Laude. He then graduated from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, cum Laude, with multiple academic awards. Dr. Duddy completed his medical and surgical residency training at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center in Farmington, MO, then joined Mid-West Podiatry & Associates, LLC. He holds a dual Diplomate status from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and maintains his Registration in pharmacy. Dr. Duddy is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He has written several articles for nationally recognized medical journals. For the past 28 years, he has served as medical and surgical instructor for the residency program based at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center. His interests lie in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, diabetic foot care, and pediatric foot and ankle care. As a runner, Dr. Duddy has a personal insight into athletic-related injuries.

Fees

$20.00

Intended Audience : Medical Providers

Refund Policy

No refunds are available for online courses

Compliance Statement

In accordance with the Council on Podiatric Medical Education's Standards and Requirements for Approval of Providers of Continuing Education in Podiatric Medicine, any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests of faculty, planning committee, or any others who have influence over the content of this educational activity must be disclosed to program participants. Neither the speaker nor the planning committee have any commercial interests to disclose.

No commercial interest provided financial support for this educational activity.

CME Online is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. CME Online has approved this activity for a maximum of 0.55 continuing education contact hours.

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