Speaker(s): 

Jaclyn Wessinger, PGY 3 Resident - Geisinger - nothing to disclose 

Emily Barnes, PGY 3 Resident - Geisinger - nothing to disclose 

Learning Objectives: 

At the conclusion of this session, the participant should be able to: 

• Outline historical data regarding Lapidus procedure in the correction and maintenance of HAV deformity.
• Contrast classic Lapidus procedure versus Lapiplasty: AOFAS scores, revision rates, and complications.
• Discuss evolution of Lapidus procedure as it relates to nonunion rates.
• Present challenges to the distal to proximal approach to hammertoe correction.
• Discuss long-term efficacy of tendon-balancing procedures in the treatment of toe instability.
• Review and contrast PIPJ arthrodesis versus traditional arthroplasty: anatomical and compensatory considerations in recurrence and adjacent toe deformity.

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships with/without Commercial Interests:

The Planning Committee, consisting of Nicole Branning, DPM; Ellianne Nasser, DPM; Joseph Kim, DPM; and Khrizma Stubbs, DPM, have no identified disclosures. 

CE Committee Member/Content Reviewers have nothing to disclose. 

Any/All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated. 

Content Disclosure: 

This presentation/content is HIPPA compliant.