Advanced Cadaveric Training in Percutaneous & Navigated Pelvic and Acetabular Fixation
CSI Cadaveric Lab
About the Summit
The Denver Pelvic Summit will be held May 15-16, 2026. It is an immersive, two-day cadaveric symposium designed for practicing orthopedic trauma surgeons seeking to elevate their technical mastery in percutaneous and navigation-assisted pelvic and acetabular fixation. Participants will engage in expert-led case discussions and high-fidelity cadaveric training using state-of-the-art fluoroscopy and digital navigation systems.
With a limited enrollment of 20 attending-level surgeons, the summit maximizes one-on-one instruction from internationally recognized faculty, offering a uniquely impactful learning experience.
Who Should Attend?
- Orthopedic trauma surgeons
- Orthopedic surgeons with interest in pelvic & acetabular reconstruction
- Surgeons seeking to expand skills in minimally invasive pelvic fixation & navigation
What Should I Expect to Learn?
- Identify critical pelvic and acetabular corridors for safe percutaneous fixation
- Perform SI, trans-sacral, LC2, and acetabular column screw fixation with fluoroscopy and navigation
- Apply minimally invasive reduction strategies for unstable pelvic ring injuries
- Integrate enabling technologies and digital navigation into pelvic trauma workflows
- Recognize and avoid intraoperative pitfalls and complications
What You Will Receive
- Two days of high-fidelity cadaveric pelvic & acetabular training
- Hands-on use of fluoroscopy, navigation, and enabling technologies
- Small-group instruction with world-renowned faculty
- Case-based didactic discussions
- Networking with leaders in pelvic trauma & digital surgical innovation
- 12.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)
Course Chair
Cyril Mauffrey, MD
Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery – Denver Health
Dr. Mauffrey is internationally recognized for his expertise in pelvic and acetabular trauma. With more than 250 peer-reviewed publications and extensive surgical and academic leadership experience, he is a global authority in minimally invasive pelvic fixation and trauma education.
Faculty
H. Claude Sagi, MD
Adjunct Professor and Chair of Orthopedic Trauma – University of Cincinnati
World-recognized authority in pelvic and acetabular fracture surgery, known for leadership in operative strategy, outcomes research, and advanced pelvic trauma techniques.
Reza Firoozabadi, MD, MSc
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Harborview Medical Center / University of Washington
National leader in pelvic and acetabular trauma with expertise in reduction strategies, posterior ring fixation, and modern MIS pelvic techniques.
Marcus Sciadini, MD
Professor of Orthopedic Surgery – University of Maryland
Renowned for expertise in pelvic ring and acetabular fracture reconstruction and complex trauma management.
Adam Starr, MD
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery – UT Southwestern
Internationally respected pioneer in pelvic and acetabular fixation strategies, with major contributions to implant design, technique development, and trauma education.
Justin Hellwinkel, MD
Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon – Denver Health
Rising leader in percutaneous pelvic fixation and navigation-assisted trauma surgery, with a central role in contemporary trauma education at Denver Health.
Course Support & Sponsorship
The Denver Pelvic Summit is made possible through the generous educational support of our industry partners.
Thanks to this multi-tier sponsorship, the course provides full travel support, including:
- Round-trip airfare to Denver (*U.S. and Canadian based surgeons only)
- Two nights hotel accommodation
- All cadaveric lab fees, equipment access, and meals
There is no registration fee for accepted surgeons.
Educational Partners
Platinum Educational Partner
DePuy Synthes
Our premier course sponsor, providing primary educational support and enabling expanded access to navigation, digital solutions, and cutting-edge trauma technologies showcased during the summit.
Gold Educational Partner
SI-BONE
Supporting advanced pelvic fixation education through model support, equipment, and additional educational resources contributing to the cadaveric and fluoroscopic components of the course.
Silver Educational Partners
- Stryker
- CurvaFix
- Osteocentric
- Siemens
- Brainlab
- ITS
- Globus
These partners help ensure that participants have access to modern instrumentation, enabling technologies, and high-quality cadaveric learning environments.
Denver Health and Hospital Authority is accredited by the Colorado Medical Society to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Denver Health and Hospital Authority designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, all individuals in a position to control content for this activity have disclosed all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies. Any relevant conflicts of interest have been identified and mitigated.
