There will only be one Call for Abstracts that requires a final, complete abstract be submitted by November 1, 2013. NO subsequent changes to the abstract will be allowed. Please note that ONLY submissions that include BOTH the long and short versions of the abstract, PROPERLY FORMATTED, will be considered. Only a long abstract will be required for the special submission "Challenges in revision surgery". Abstracts will be scored blinded based on the significance of the findings, originality, scientific quality and general interest. Case reports will be reviewed based on novelty, practical interest, and completeness. Case reports submitted to "Challenges in revision surgery" will be reviewed based on case difficulty, creativity in revision plan, soundness of orthopedic principles displayed, appropriate follow-up and teaching value of the case.
The Mark S. Bloomberg Memorial RESIDENT Research Award sponsored by the VOS was established to recognize outstanding abstracts submitted to the scientific program by residents. At least three awards will be conferred each year to provide funds (up to $1,500) to enable residents to attend and present their abstract at the annual meeting. To be eligible the applicant must be in a resident training program or within 2 years of completion of a formal residency program are eligible. The submission must reflect work conducted during the residency program. Resident status will be verified.
Antonio Pozzi, 2014 WVOC/VOS Scientific Program Chair
Email address:
pozzia@ufl.edu