Both Spine surgeons have extramurally funded laboratory research programs and acute clinical practices. Improved extramural funding of research is being sought through encouragement of grant applications by the faculty. Temporary funding has been provided by the division to obtain preliminary data to support these grant applications. Basic Science Programs Basic Science education is provided to the resident in three formats. These include didactic education, integrated case oriented conferences, and case management discussions.
Didactic education is provided through several conferences.
Predominantly these include the Anatomy Conference schedule, the Basic Science Conference schedule, and the Pathology Conference. Anatomy Conferences generally cover the gross anatomy of the musculoskeleltal system through dissections and didactic presentations. Physiology and biochemistry of bone and soft tissues are covered within the context of the Basic Science Conference schedule. Biomechanics is also covered within this lecture schedule. Bacteriology and Pharmacology issues are raised within the physiology context and within discussions on infections.