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The 10th Annual Safety in Spine Surgery Summit
Course Chair
- Michael G. Vitale, MD, MPH
Course Co-chairs
- Lawrence G. Lenke, MD
- Rajiv Sethi, MD
Program Chairs
- Michael Glotzbecker, MD
- Joseph M. Lombardi, MD
The Safety in Spine Surgery Summit Details
Join an expert faculty for a fresh look at optimizing safety in spine surgery! We’ll explore new topics such as:
- Neuromonitoring: When to Use, and Where Is the Value
- Cervical Spine Surgery & Safety
- Robotics BPG Update: A Year Later, How Has Our Practice Changed?
NEW! S3P RESEARCH GRANTS
Apply Here
To advance safety in spine surgery, S3P funds physician-initiated research studies with the goal of finding new and innovative approaches to improve patient care and safety. As many as two grants are given out annually at a maximum of $10,000 each.
Grant Details and Deadlines
- Two (2) grants will be awarded annually with a maximum value of $10,000 each. The project durations can vary from 1 year to 2 years.
- View Full Terms and Conditions here.
- 2025 Application Submission Deadline: April 21, 2025.
To learn more, visit our application page.
Registration Details and Hotel Accommodations
NEW LOCATION
Convene | 237 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017
The Safety in Spine Surgery has moved to Midtown! Look forward to the bustle of Midtown Manhattan and a sleek modern venue at Convene during your attendance at the Safety Summit this year.
Registration
- Surgeons: $795
- Fellows/Residents/Allied Health: $425
- Healthcare administration, corporate personnel: $795
Register by April 30 to get these Early Bird prices! All registration types +$100 after April 30.
Other Details:
- The program will commence at 7:30 am and adjourn at 4:00 pm on Friday, May 30, 2025.
- Registration includes breakfast, breaks, lunch, and meeting materials.
Hotel Information
The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
511 Lexington Avenue | New York, NY 10017
A group block is available at the jazz-age inspired Lexington Hotel, less than three blocks from our meeting venue.
Room Rates and Reservations
- Single Occupancy: $269.00++ p/night
- Please note that the checkout price will include a $35.00 p/night mandatory facility fee.
- Reserve Online Here
- By phone: call 1-888-236-2427 and mention group name Safety in Spine Surgery Summit 2025
Book soon! The group rate will not be available after May 7, 2025, or if the block sells out.
Questions
- Alison Freeman Matta
- BroadWater, LLC
- T: 630-681-1040 x300
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Abstract Submission Now Closed
Submit your abstract, paper, or project for an opportunity to present from the podium and win the Best Paper Award of $500!
Abstract submissions for the Safety Summit do not need to be formal papers, but rather should present any project that made a difference in spine surgery quality, safety, or value. Submission welcome in any area of spine surgery safety, including:
- Neuro safety
- Infection
- AVB
- Enabling Technology
- Host Optimization
- Systems, Culture, Etc.
EARLY-CAREER SURGEON GRANTS
Residents, fellows, and surgeons within their first 3 years of practice are invited to apply for an educational grant to attend the Safety Summit.
Grant Recipients will receive complimentary course registration plus $500 in reimbursement of travel expenses.
- Open to MDs and DOs practicing in the United States only.
- Recipients will receive complimentary course registration plus $500 in reimbursement of travel expenses.
- Grant recipients may be required to attend a Young Surgeon event the evening of Thursday, May 29 for their reimbursement to be processed.
- Grants will be awarded based on seniority and institutional diversity. Priority will be given to abstract presenters.
Dates and Deadlines:
- Application Deadline: March 5, 2025
- Notifications Sent: March 19, 2025
