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aast
rd Annual Meeting of
And Clinical Congress
Of Acute Care Surgery
and
7th World trauma Congress

8 3 RD A N N U A L M E E T I N G

2024

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welcome to
las vegas!
MESSAGE FROM THE PROGRAM CHAIR & RECORDER
Karen Brasel, MD, MPH

Welcome to Las Vegas! This is a special AAST meeting, as it is being held in con-
junction with the 7th World Trauma Congress. We have an amazing program
and look forward to the additional opportunities to learn from each other and
expand our networking, meet new friends, and mentor the next generation.

Once again we have great science in a variety of venues—oral presentations,

quickshots (don’t leave early!), and posters. Taking place on Monday and Tues-
day will be the highly-recommended Emergency Surgery Course. We have two
fabulous panels on Artificial Intelligence and the value of an Acute Care Surgeon,
Military Symposium, three add-on sessions, three pre-sessions, and 13 lunch ses-
sions on a great variety of topics. We will hear from this year’s expert surgeon,
Amy Goldberg, MD, Michael Rotondo, MD, our outstanding Fitts Orator, our es-
teemed president Patrick Reilly, MD, and YOU—an ever-increasing number of
our members who will moderate and discuss at our scientific sessions.

We will have many opportunities to network and mentor, including but not lim-
ited to: WITS, the DEI Networking breakfast, the Welcome Reception, and Ban-
quet/Auction (get ready to bid!), which will all includeassociate members, stu-
dents, residents, and fellows.

I look forward to seeing and talking with you during and outside of the meet-
ing. As always, please find me to tell you what you like and what you’d like to
improve about the meeting.

And remember, what happens in Vegas…is something the AAST wants to share
with the world!
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content
INTRODUCTION
Message from the PROGRAM CHAIR 1
Message from the PRESIDENT 4
Message from the WTC CHAIR 6
OPTIONAL SESSIONS
PRE-SESSIONS 8
LUNCH SESSIONS 9
ADD-ON SESSIONS 9

MEETING EVENTS
Schedule AT A GLANCE 13

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
List of EXHIBITORS 19

TRAVEL INFORMATION
Hotel INFORMATION 21
Things TO DO 22
Air and Ground TRANSPORTATION 23

REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Policies AND HOURS 25
Meeting RATES
Registraion FORM
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Message
from the
president
Patrick M. Reilly, MD

D
ear AAST Brasel, has assembled University and served in
Members an outstanding program a number of leadership
and with the opportunity positions in academic
Guests, to learn about the surgery. I am sure
We are latest advances in our both lectures will be
excited to field. I am delighted exceptional.
welcome to announce that Dr.
In addition to these two
you to the 83rd Annual Michael Rotondo has
lectures, there will be
Meeting of AAST and agreed to be our Fitts
two panel sessions. One
Clinical Congress of Orator this year. Dr.
will focus on the value of
Acute Care Surgery Rotondo has been a
the Acute Care Surgeon
which will be held in Las mentor to me and many
and the second will fo-
Vegas this September. others, and has served
cus on the emerging role
This year we will as President of EAST
of AI in our specialty. Of
again be meeting in and AAST as well as
course there will also be
conjunction with the the Chair of the ACS
a number of pre-sessions
World Coalition for COT. Dr. Amy Goldberg
and numerous lunch ses-
Trauma Care and their will deliver the Expert
sions, each representing
7th World Trauma Surgeon Lecture. Dr.
content from our hard
Congress. Our program Goldberg is the Dean of
working committees at
committee, under the the Lewis Katz School
the AAST. And finally,
leadership of Dr. Karen of Medicine at Temple
the science presented in
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our main sessions, poster
sessions, and quick shot
session should have you
up to date on the latest
developments in Acute
Care Surgery.

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I look forward to seeing
you all in Las Vegas this
September. Great sci-
ence, great educational
offerings, great network-
ing opportunities, and a
great location. I couldn’t
ask for a better mix to
bring us all together in
the desert.

Have a wonderful
summer and see you
this fall.

Best,
Pat
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7
th
World Trauma Congress
Chair Message
We are excited to host and or-
ganize the 7th World Trauma
Congress (WTC) on behalf
of the World Coalition for
Trauma Care (WCTC) in con-
junction with the 83rd Annual
Meeting of the AAST & Clini-
cal Congress of Acute Care
Surgery in Las Vegas on Sep-
tember 11-14, 2024.
The program committee (Drs.
Dicker, Livingston, Malhotra,
addressed by experts repre-
senting more than 30 profes-
sional societies, members of the
WCTC, taking into account dif-
ferences in local resources and
socio-economic disparities.
We encourage each one of you
to register for the meeting and
attend some of our sessions.
You will find it educational and
informative, with many oppor-
tunities to network and connect
and I) have been working on with colleagues from around
a very comprehensive and the world.
diverse program addressing
See you in Las Vegas.
all clinical and prevention as-
pects of injury. In addition, we Raul Coimbra, MD, PhD
will have a robust program
put together by the Society of
Trauma Nurses.
We have received close to
200 abstracts exclusively for
the WTC, which will be divid-
ed into oral podium presenta-
tions and oral posters. Accep-
tance notifications have gone
out to authors a few weeks
ago.
The multidisciplinary as-
pects of trauma care will be
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Tuesday, September 10
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
PRE-SESSIONS

THE 2024 AAST NEUROCRITICAL CARE UPDATE AND

BOARD REVIEW COURSE
This session will be a high-level review of modern
neurocritical care concepts and practice, as well as a
board exam preparation course. Neurocritical care has
traditionally been a major component of both medical
and surgical critical care practice but has lacked a formal
subspecialty certification process that is readily open
to surgical intensivists. In 2021, the American Board of
Surgery announced a newly established subspecialty
certification in Neurocritical Care that is a collaborative
effort with the American Board of Anesthesiology and
the American Board of Neurology and Psychiatry. The
first exam was offered in October of 2021 and followed
a very successful AAST Neurocritical Care Board Review
Course that was conducted at the 2021 AAST Annual
Meeting. This review course has been offered yearly due
to the level of demand. The exam will be held again in
October of 2024, positioning us well to continue to offer
this unique prep course ahead of the exam. Preparation
for this exam requires not only familiarization with
standard neurotrauma management, but also knowledge
in non- surgical areas of neurocritical care such as acute
stroke and other neurologic emergencies, neuroanatomy
and MRI interpretation, and neuropharmacology.
This session will provide an intense focused review
covering the core topics and focus areas that will be
covered on the Neurocritical Care Exam. The format
will involve short didactic lectures on high-yield topics
as well as case examples with sample question and
answer reviews. In addition to the syllabus materials,
attendees will also receive a copy of “The Pocket Guide
to Neurocritical Care” which would be included in the
registration fee. We believe there is also an opportunity
to either offer this course to virtual attendees and/or
record the course and make it available for purchase
through the AAST.
Moderators: Deborah M. Stein, MD, MPH; Matthew Martin, MD; Purvi
Patel, MD; Tanya Egodage, MD
Speakers: Tanya Egodage, MD; Bellal Joseph, MD; Deborah M. Stein,
MD, MPH; Samuel Tisherman, MD; Anaar Siletz, MD; Robert Riggio, MD;
Kelsey Ensor, MD; Jay Doucet, MD; Krista Kaups, MD, MSc; Salina Wydo,
MD; Joel Elterman,MD; Matthew Martin, MD; Purvi Patel, MD; Michael
Anstadt, MD

LAPAROSCOPIC TRANSCYSTIC COMMON BILE DUCT

EXPLORATION: A HANDS-ON SEMINAR
The participants of this course will review the indications
and technique of transcystic common bile duct
exploration. In addition to the didactic component, we
will also have participants practice on simulators and
equipment used commonly at centers.
Faculty: Marc de Moya, MD
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INTEGRATING ADVANCED
PRACTICE PROVIDERS IN
ACUTE CARE SURGERY:
CONSIDERATIONS,
SOLUTIONS, AND FRESH
PERSPECTIVES
Advanced practice providers
(APPs) have become
increasingly integral in how
acute care surgeons deliver
care nationally. There is a
wide array of roles that these
providers can play in addition
to providing clinical care. The
objective of this session is
to explore the integration of
APPs in acute care surgery, to
discuss challenges divisions
may encounter in APP
utilization, and to provide
potential solutions and unique
perspectives. Additional topics
will include billing and coding,
how APPs can enhance
process improvement and
research endeavors, and
assume leadership roles with
meaningful impact.
Topics to include:
1. Incorporating APPs into
Practice APPs in EGS, in the
ICU, On A Trauma Service,
and in the Outpatient
Setting
2. Billing and Coding Initiating:
An APP Program and
Establishing One Within A
Residency Program
3. Autonomy Retention
Process Improvement
Research and Clinical
Trial Development
Administrative Roles/
Leadership
Moderators: Navpreet K. Dhillon, MD;
Audrey L. Spencer, MD; Alaina M.
Lasinski, MD
Speakers: Jasmine Garces-King, DNP,
MHA, CCRN, TCRN, ACNP-BC; Lindsay
O’Meara, CRNP, RNFA; Caroline Banes,
DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC; Jeffrey A.
Claridge, MD; Amy Borth, ACNP;
Benjamin R. Reynolds, MSPAS, PA-
C, DFAAPA; Joe Forrester, MD, MSc;
Alaina M. Lasinski, MD; Jonathan
Messing, DNP, MBA, ACNP-BC;
Michelle Adelstein, ACNP; Colleen
Trevino, NP, PhD; Tiffany Kuebler, PA-C
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Wednesday, September 11
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM
LUNCH SESSIONS

EDUCATIONAL EVOLUTION – THE INTEGRATION OF NEW SURGICAL

EDUCATIONAL PLATFORMS
Technology has significantly changed the paradigm and expectations of current
surgical educational experiences. This session will provide an overview of the evolv-
ing educational opportunities and platforms frequently utilized in ongoing surgical
education. Attendees will learn how to incorporate these new, but ever-increasing,
educational opportunities into formal and informal surgical education. Additionally,
strategies for developing and implementing similar educational avenues will be dis-
cussed by leading experts in each respective field.
1. Development and implementation of EPAs in surgical critical care education -
Dr. Kaups
2. Developing and Integrating Online and App-Based Surgical Educational Videos
- Dr. Georgoff
3. Developing and Integrating an Educational Podcast into National Surgical
Education - Dr. Coleman
4. Implementing Video Review and Artificial Intelligence into Surgery Educational
Opportunities - Dr. Holena
5. Implementation of Online-Based Educational Modules for Surgical Critical Care
Education - Dr. Narayan
THIS WILL BE CO-SPONSORED BY THE EDUCATION COMMITTEE, ASSOCIATE MEMBER COUNCIL, AND THE
ASSOCIATE MEMBER EDUCATION COMMITTEE.
Moderators: Tanya Egodage, MD; Alex Schwed, MD; Erika Bisgaard, MD
Speakers: Jamie Coleman, MD; Patrick Georgoff, MD; Daniel Holena, MD; Krista Kaups, MD, MSc;
Mayur Narayan, MD, MPH, MBA, MD

OPTIMIZING YOUR OUTPUT - ADVANCED MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING

Designed for the TACS surgeon already equipped with the basic skills of surgical
billing, this session will review advanced topics in medical coding to help providers
optimize their reimbursement. Understanding the requirements for these more
involved coding circumstances will allow physicians to tailor their documentation
to capture the complexity of the work they are already performing. A continuation
of content from the ABCs of CPTs, this panel will review topics including split share
billing, billing modifiers, procedural/operative charge capture optimization and how
to bill when working with students, residents, and APPs.

The AAST Associate Members have partnered with the AAST Military Liaison
Committee and the Healthcare Economics committee to create a longitudinal
series of lunch sessions addressing the unique professional development needs
of Acute Care Surgeons across a variety of career stages and clinical settings. We
have previously held successful lunch sessions on the value of mentorship as well
as managing career transitions.
This represents the second part of the third installation in the series.
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 min)
2. Panelist 1 (18 min) - Billing when working trainees, and APPs- review of
documentation requirements when working with students and residents, split
share billing with APPs, and billing for procedures when working with trainees
3. Panelist 2 (18 min) - Advanced procedural billing- review of common TACS
procedures such as ultrasound, ICU procedures, conscious sedation and
required documentation with a review of tips and tricks to bill at the top of your
level
4. Panelist 3 (18- min) - Modifiers/Special Cases- a review of the most common
modifiers, how they should be applied and other special billing situations
(increased complexity/telemedicine encounters)
Moderators: Kaitlin Ritter, MD
Speakers: Stephanie Bonne, MD; Lisa Marie Knowlton, MD, MPH
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PALLIATIVE CARE FOR THE ACUTE CARE SURGERY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Acute Care Surgeons, whether they are on trauma call, EGS, or in the ICU, will find
themselves having difficult end-of-life discussions with patients and families. Most of us
have learned how to approach the sick and dying patient from our training and through
the course of years of experience. Some of us do it well while others have a difficult
time even beginning to have the discussion. We have worked so hard to help the
patient survive that even realizing the end is near or that the patient/family has decided
on comfort care, can make one feel defeated. Today’s acute care surgeon needs a
framework to approach this process and have the right perspective on just what is
palliative care.
1. What is Palliative Care in Acute Care Surgery? Provide an explanation and structure
for palliative care today. What are the essential services provided by the service
and what does this mean for your patient? What does the acute care surgeon need
to have the discussion with the patient when the palliative service is not around?
Speaker Zara Cooper (15 min)
2. What is in the Acute Care Surgery Toolbox for Palliative Care Discussion?
Recognizing that our surgical discipline is a 24/7 service, the acute care surgeon is
the one who initiates many of the end-of-life discussions. Having a set of tools will
help better prepare the surgeon for these critical discussions. Speaker Raeanna
Adams (15 min)
3. Managing the Middle of the Night Palliative Care Discussion in the Acute Trauma
Patient: What are the topics that need to be discussed, who needs to be present,
and on-the-spot preparation for the palliative care discussion – speaker Kathleen
O’Connell (15 min)
After each discussion a 5-minute Q&A, and an end-of-session Q&A with the panel.
Moderators: Jose Diaz
Speakers: Zara Cooper,MD; Reanna Adams, MD; Kathleen O’Connell, MD

TRAUMA SURGEONS EMBRACING PEDIATRIC CHALLENGES IN GLOBAL RESOURCE-

LIMITED SETTINGS
The annual pediatric educational session for 2024 will align with the theme of global
trauma care. The session will focus on two primary areas of interest in pediatric trauma
care in resource limited settings: Macro and Micro. The macro discussion will focus
on the successes and challenges encountered with development of trauma systems
and education programs. Core to this discussion are elements of cultural context,
understanding regional and country needs, and successful engagement that supports
sustainable programs.
The Micro discussion will focus on individual surgeon preparation and experience
related to pediatric trauma care in resource limited settings. The scope of the micro
discussion includes:
1. Training Recommendations
2. Ideal Experience
3. Peds “Tips” or Clinical Guidelines
4. What to Bring, and What to Expect
The micro discussion is envisioned to provide practical information to adult trauma
surgeons in remote areas, domestically or internationally.
Moderator: Christopher Newton, MD
Speakers: Phyllis Kisa, MD; Jacob Stephenson, MD

TRAUMA SURVIVORS NETWORK (TSN) – HOW DOES IT REALLY WORK?

The Trauma Survivors Network was established in 2008 by the American Trauma
Society but is not a well-known service in hospitals. When an individual suffers a
traumatic episode, it brings a deluge of convoluted processes that need to be navigated
by the patient and their family. This session will highlight details of what the TSN offers
by busting the myth of ‘family information starvation,’ provide a survivor’s intimate
perspective, how to implement the TSN in your hospital, why it is important for the TSN
to work in concert with palliative care teams, and injury prevention updates from the
ATLS 11th edition course, in progress.
Moderators: Glen Tinkoff, MD; Thomas Duncan, DO
Speakers: Thomas Duncan, DO; Katherine Joseph, MD; Anastasia Kunack, MD; Anna Newcomb, PhD
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Thursday, September 12
1:45 PM - 6:00 PM
ADD-ON SESSIONS

A COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO MAKING THE

TRANSITION TO INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATOR

This session is part of a three-part series that aims to immerse

early career surgeon scientists with the knowledge and skills
to begin taking the next steps in becoming independent
investigators. Attendees will learn about fundamental
concepts regarding research and how to launch studies,
including prospective studies and randomized controlled trials.
Additionally, there will be a focused discussion with young
investigators who have led or are leading meaningful research
projects. Attendees will be able to present research proposals
and receive real-time feedback. Topics include:
1. Is My Question Worth Answering?
2. National Trauma Research Action Plan
3. How Can CNTR Help Me?
4. Doing a Literature Search Generating a Hypothesis And
Specific Aims
5. Designing A Prospective Study
6. Designing A Randomized Controlled Trial
7. “How I Did It” Panel Shark Tank
Moderators: Navpreet K. Dhillon, MD; Brittany K. Bankhead, MD, MS; Jonathan
P. Meizoso, MD, MSPH; Rachel L. Choron, MD
Speakers: Deborah M. Stein, MD, MPH; Todd W. Costantini, MD; Ben Zarzaur,
MD, MPH; Jason L. Sperry, MD, MPH; Rachel L. Choron, MD; Julia R. Coleman,
MD, MPH; Melike N. Harfouche, MD, MPH; Elliott Haut, MD, PhD; Rosemary A.
Kozar, MD, PhD;Joseph J. DuBose, MD; Jared Wohlgemut, MBChB

HOSPITAL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS: A RECIPE FOR

SUCCESS
In this half-day session, participants will learn about the
importance of individual hospitals and regional, system-wide
disaster preparedness. In recent years, the Joint Commission,
the American College of Surgeons and the American Burn
Association have enhanced their certification/verification
processes with updated requirements focused on increasing
disaster preparedness in regional and community hospitals,
children’s hospitals, burn centers and trauma centers.
Speakers in this session will focus on the following topics:
1. Essential Roles and Responsibilities in Hospital System
Preparedness:
2. Preparing Your Facility
3. Key Resources to Support Hospital and System
Preparedness
At the end of this session, participants will be equipped with
resources, lessons learned from real-world events, as well
as a framework for successful implementation of disaster
preparedness requirements for their hospital facilities and
systems.
Moderators: Deborah A. Kuhls MD; Adam Fox DO
Speakers: Alexander Eastman, MD MPH; Jane Keating, MD; Jeannette Capella,
MD; Susan Briggs, MD; Mark Gestring, MD; Tori Begay, MPH, MS; Misty
Richardson; Irene Navis, AICP; Joanelle Bailey, MD; Eileen Bulger, MD; Mary
Fallat, MD; Valerie G. Sams, MD
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THE AAST 2024 CONTINUOUS CERTIFICATION COURSE

The AAST Continuous Certification Course is an engaging and
interactive session spanning acute care surgery topics. The
2024 offering will expand on its proven high-yield format with
the inclusion of active audience participation. Real-time polling
and questions will maximize engagement and allow education
focused on needs and practice patterns. The course will be
broken down into three sessions:
1. Hot Off the Press! Practice-changing papers from the
past year - This session will focus on in-depth review of
six recent landmark papers published within the past year,
along with commentary and discussion of how they can be
incorporated into bedside practice: three papers will be
selected from surgical critical care topics and three from
trauma related topics.
2. Critical Debates in Emergency General Surgery: Associates
vs. Fellows This session will feature debates on hot topics
and controversial areas of patient care in emergency
general surgery. Each debate will pit an AAST associate
member versus an AAST fellow. Winners will be selected by
audience response and voting. Topics to include:
- I Robot! The Role of Robotics in Acute Care Surgery
Training and Practice
- Jack of All Trades or Master of None: Call a Specialist or
Go at It Alone?
- It’s Appendicitis! Let’s Operate, Not Wait! – No! Let’s
Treat It with Antibiotics!
- The Tic’ing Clock: Lap Lavage versus Resection for
Complicated Diverticulitis
3. Challenging Injuries, Complex Cases and How-to Video
Presentations
- Reclaim the Duct! Lap Common Bile Duct Exploration
for the Acute Care Surgeon
- Pack Like a Pro: Preperitoneal Packing & Control of
Pelvic FX-Associated Hemorrhage
- Let’s Go to the Tape! Running a Trauma Video Review
Program
- Clean Out That Chest: How to VATS Like a Pro
Moderators: Ryan Dumas, MD; Shannon Foster, MD; Matthew Martin, MD; Nicole
Stassen, MD; Tanya Egodage, MD; Rita Brintzenhoff, MD; Natasha Keric, MD
Speakers: Jonathan P. Meizoso, MD, MSPH; Dane Scantling, DO; Stephanie
Bonne, MD; Alicia Mohr, MD; Brittany K. Bankhead, MD, MS; Tejal Brahmbhatt,
MD; Navpreet Dhillon, MD; Tareq Kheirbek, MD; Katherine Kelley, MD; Sabrina
Sanchez, MD, MPH; Kimberly Hendershot, MD; Michael Vella, MD, MBA; Paula
Ferrada, MD; Clay Cothren Burlew, MD; Rachel Appelbaum, MD
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Friday, September 13
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
LUNCH SESSIONS

CASE STUDIES ON PUBLISHING AND REVIEWING FOR JTACS

Present and discuss with audience real-life examples of what to do and
what not to do when writing and reviewing a manuscript.
Topics to be covered:
1. Real-life examples of flaws caught by reviewers
2. Real-life examples of what not to do when writing and submitting a
manuscript
3. Multivariate Analysis: Types of MA. When to use them? How should it be
reported in the manuscript regarding the model used? Common flaws
4. Propensity Scoring: Types of PS. When to use them? How should it
be reported in the manuscript
Moderators: Walt Biffl, MD
Speakers: Kenji Inaba, MD; David Morris, MD; Bishoy Zakhary, MD, MPH

DIRECTORSHIPS, LEADERSHIP ROLES, AND TAKING THE LEAD:

EVERYTHING I WISH I KNEW
This session will be a “fireside conversation” in an intimate setting with
2-3 trauma leaders who have assumed new roles under challenging
circumstances. Speakers will share candid stories of both successes
and challenges. Additionally, they will provide tips and tricks on how to
best prepare for a new role. The target audience includes individuals in
leadership positions or those aspiring to attain such roles. This session is
proposed following the AAST SRI’s identification of a need for mentoring
and networking within our organization.
Moderators: Ryan Dumas, MD; Rosemary A. Kozar, MD, PhD
Speakers: TBD

LEADING A SUCCESSFUL MULTI-INSTITUTIONAL TRIAL FROM A TO Z

The AAST allows members to design and conduct multi-institutional
trials. While many trials have been successful, this success may be
variable. Additionally, many new and mid-career faculty may encounter
challenges while designing a trial and as the trial is progressing. We
aim to explore issues that are commonly encountered and how to
best reconcile them. Topics will include how to generate an idea,
how to utilize the National Trauma Research Repository, biostatistical
considerations, legal issues, and generating subsequent studies and
post-hoc analyses.
Moderators: Navpreet K. Dhillon, MD; Joseph DuBose, MD
Speakers: Melike N. Harfouche, MD, MPH; Monica Phillips, MSN, MBA; Jeff Choi, MD, MSc;
Caitlin Fitzgerald, MD; Rachel L. Choron, MD; Mira H. Ghneim, MD; Ryan Dumas, MD

THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND MENTAL TOLL OF ACADEMIC

SURGERY: ACTIONABLE STEPS TO PROTECT YOUR HEALTH AND
REKINDLE YOUR SPARK
More than a quick fix or just a buzzword, wellness for academic
surgeons is an ongoing challenge that requires intentional effort. The
goal of this session is to recognize the daily challenges that surgeons are
faced with daily, and provide tangible, actionable methods of improving
ones overall emotional and physical wellbeing. Attendees will learn
to identify, and address burn out and use a mindfulness approach to
medicine, focus on ergonomics and prevention of injuries and learn
nutritional strategies for health improvement.
Moderators: Julia R. Coleman, MD, MPH; Simin Golestani, MD
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Speakers: Paula Ferrada MD; Chrissy Guidry, DO; Barry Platnick, MD; Michael
Vella, MD, MBAVella MD

NAVIGATING THE UNFORESEEN: TRAUMA SYSTEM

PREPAREDNESS
The escalating global armed conflicts and natural disasters
pose significant challenges to trauma systems worldwide.
Many countries and regions remain unprepared and ill-
equipped to handle these crises effectively. In our session, we
aim to bring together experts from diverse backgrounds to
explore this critical issue. They will provide valuable insights
and practical guidance on preparing trauma systems to
respond adeptly to unexpected situations, ensuring resilience
and adaptability in the face of evolving threats.
Topics to include:

1. Gearing Up for Acute Response in Danger Zones (GUARD)

protocol - Aaron Epstein, MD President, Global Surgical
and Medical Support Group (GSMSG) Recipient, Citizen
Honors Award by the Congressional Medal of Honor
Society Clinical fellow, Ryder Trauma Center, Jackson
Memorial, Miami, FL
2. Reconstructing the War Injured Patient - Ghassan Abu-
Sittah, MBcHB FRCS (Plast) Associate Professor of Surgery
Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon, Honorary
Senior Lecturer, Center for Blast Injury Studies, Imperial
College London University Visiting Senior Lecturer, Conflict
& Health Research Group, Faculty of Life Sciences and
Medicine, King’s College London University Director,
Conflict Medicine Program, Global Health Institute,
American University of Beirut Clinical Lead, Trauma
Advisory & Operational Team, WHO-EMRO
3. Boots on the Ground: Lessons Learned from the 2022
Ukraine-Russia Conflict, 2023 Israel-Gaza Conflict, and the
2010/2021 Haitian Earthquake Disasters - Enrique Ginzburg,
MD Professor of Surgery University of Miami Miller School
of Medicine Trauma Medical Director Ryder Trauma Center
at Jackson South Medical Center Chair of Surgery Jackson
South Medical Center Chief of Staff Jackson South Medical
Center
4. Health Systems in Conflict: Diverse Actors and Roles - Kent
Garber, MD, MPH Assistant Professor Trauma, Acute Care
Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care; University of California,
San Francisco/San Francisco General Hospital
Moderator: W. Alan Guo, MD, PhD; Christine Gaarder, MD, PhD
Speakers: Aaron Epstein, MD; Ghassan Abu-Sittah, MBcHB FRCS (Plast);
Enrique Ginzburg, MD; Kent Garber, MD, MPH

GERIATRIC TRAUMA: MODELS OF CARE

The 2022 Resources for the Optimal Care of the Injured
Patient and the Best Practice Guidelines for Geriatric Trauma
Management are now being utilized for verification of
ACS trauma centers. How do we best prepare for the new
guidelines? Is there a best practice model? Are there any
benefits to using one over another? Do I need additional
resources and how do I recruit physicians or advanced
practice providers for this new “ trauma program”?
1. Models of Care: Is There a Best Practice, or Should There
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Be Only One Model? - Bellal Joseph (15 mins)

2. What Are the Key Aspects You Need in Your New “Geriatric Trauma
Program”? Going Down the List of Additional Resources the Geriatric
Program Needs - Vanessa Ho (15 mins)
3. How Do I Recruit Faculty and APP into My New Geriatric Program? How
Do I Make This Interesting to Someone Who Just Wants to Operate and
Take Care of Sick Trauma/EGS Patients – Martin Zielinski (15 mins)
4. End of Session - 15 min Q&A to gather insight and provide feedback to
members
Moderators: Jose Diaz, MD; Bellal Joseph, MD
Speakers: Bellal Joseph, MD; Vanessa Ho, MD, MPH; Martin Zielinski, MD

INTRODUCING ROBOTICS TO THE ACUTE CARE SURGERY SETTING - A

BENEFIT TO PATIENTS OR JUST A SHINY NEW TOY?
An assessment of the application of robotics and new technology into the
spheres of trauma and acute care surgery.
1. Application of Robotics to Acute Care Surgery: Determining the Benefits of
Robotic Surgery in the Acute Care Surgery Setting with an Examination of
Hernia Repair
2. Application of Robotics to Acute Care Surgery: Determining the Benefits of
Robotic Surgery in the Acute Care Surgery Setting with an Examination of
Colon Surgery
3. Application of Robotics to Acute Care Surgery: Determining the Benefits of
Robotic Surgery in the Acute Care Surgery Setting with an Examination of
Appendiceal and Gallbladder Surgery
4. Application of Robotics to Trauma Surgery: Determining the Benefits and
Challenges of Robotic Surgery in the Trauma Surgery Setting with an
Examination of Exploration and Injury Determination
4. A Contrarian Opinion of Robotics in the Emergent/Urgent Surgical Space
5. An Examination of Pitfalls and Challenges to Incorporating Robotic Surgery
into the Hospital Setting
Moderators: Michael Cripps MD, MSCS; Suresh Agarwal, MD
Speakers: Bruce Crookes, MD; Aziz Merchant, MD; Matthew Martin, MD; Steve Satterly, MD;

VJF
Michael Cripps MD, MSCS; Michael Nabozny, MD; Heather Evans, MD; Lewis Kaplan, MD

AAST
VIRTUAL
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SURGICAL EXPERTISE AND CRITICAL
CARE ADVANCEMENTS WITH AAST’S

GRAND
VIRTUAL GRAND ROUNDS WEBINAR
SERIES.
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trauma surgeons and dedicated professionals

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in the field, the American Association for the
Surgery of Trauma invites you to join their
web-based educational series.
Immerse yourself in an exceptional learning
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TO VIEW Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to
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Schedule
AT A GLANCE
Monday, September 9, 2024
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Emergency Surgery Course (ADDITIONAL FEE)

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Emergency Surgery Course (ADDITIONAL FEE)

7:30 AM - 4:30 PM AAST Board of Managers Meeting

7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Registration
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MILITARY SYMPOSIUM
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Military Reception (INVITE ONLY)

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Geriatric and Prevention Committees: Falls Prevention Event

(INVITE ONLY)

PRE-SESSIONS
The 2024 AAST Neurocritical Care Update and Board Review
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Course
Integrating Advanced Practice Providers in Acute Care
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Surgery: Considerations, Solutions, and Fresh Perspectives
Hands-on Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Seminar: Session I
Hands-on Laparoscopic Common Bile Duct Exploration
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Seminar: Session II

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

6:30 AM - 7:30 AM Resident/Student/In-training Fellow Breakfast
Presenter: Ronald Stewart, MD
6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Registration
6:30 AM - 7:45 AM Committee Meetings I
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast
ONGOING Mother's Room
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM Welcome
8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
SESSION I: PLENARY PAPERS 1-3
Moderator: Patrick Reilly, MD; Recorder: Karen Brasel, MD, MPH
PAPER 1: TRAUMA CENTERS AS HEALTH EQUITY BEACONS: MITIGATING
THE EFFECTS OF SOCIAL VULNERABILITY ON INJURY MORTALITY

PAPER 2: THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF DECREASING STATE TRAUMA MOR-

TALITY ON LIFETIME PERSONAL INCOME AND STATE TAX REVENUE

PAPER 3: ASSOCIATION OF PRE- AND POST-INJURY MENTAL HEALTH WITH

LONG TERM CLINICAL AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
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9:45 AM - 10:15 AM SESSION II: 7TH WORLD TRAUMA CONGRESS

KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Presenter: Yasuhiro Otomo, MD; Moderator: Raul Coimbra, MD, PhD

10:15 AM - 11:55 AM SESSION III: PAPERS 4-8

Moderator: Christine Gaarder, MD, PhD; Recorder: Ryan Dumas
PAPER 4: IS ASPIRIN AN EFFECTIVE THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN HIGH-RISK
PATIENTS? A COMPREHENSIVE SUBPOPULATION ANALYSIS OF THE PRE-
VENT CLOT STUDY

PAPER 5: JUST BECAUSE WE CAN DOESN'T MEAN WE SHOULD: ONE YEAR

MORTALITY FOLLOWING TRACHEOSTOMY IN TRAUMATICALLY INJURED
OLDER ADULTS

PAPER 6: NOT ALL CALL IS CREATED EQUALLY: THE IMPACT OF CULTURE

AND GENDER ON BURNOUT RELATED TO IN-HOUSE CALL

PAPER 7: NATIONAL ESTIMATES OF FINANCIAL TOXICITY BEFORE AND AF-

TER TRAUMATIC INJURY

PAPER 8: INTEGRATED VASCULAR TRAINING MAY NOT PREPARE GRADU-

ATES TO CARE FOR VASCULAR TRAUMA PATIENTS
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Exhibits Open
11: 55 AM - 12:15 PM Break in the Exhibit Hall (LOOK FOR THE PARTY LIGHT CART!)

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM SESSION IV: PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS

“BE ALL YOU CAN BE”
Presenter: Patrick Reilly, MD
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM LUNCH SESSIONS I
Educational Evolution – The Integration of New Surgical
Educational Platforms
Optimizing Your Output- Advanced Medical Billing and Coding
Palliative Care for the Acute Care Surgery: What you need to
know
Trauma Survivors Network (TSN) – how does it really work?
Trauma Surgeons Embracing Pediatric Challenges in Global
Resource-Limited Settings
Optimizing Your Output- Advanced Medical Billing and Coding
1:15 PM - 2:30 PM Lunch on own (IF NOT ATTENDING A LUNCH SESSION)

2:30 PM - 6:10 PM SESSION VA: PAPERS 9-19

Moderator: Ben Zarzaur, MD, MPH; Recorder: Deborah Stein, MD, MPH
PAPER 9: PROPHYLACTIC ANTIBIOTICS IN NON-OPERATIVE FACIAL FRAC-
TURES: AN AAST MULTICENTER TRIAL

PAPER 10: ENHANCING TRAUMA OUTCOMES IN INDIA: THE IMPACT OF

GOOD SAMARITAN LAW

PAPER 11: OUTCOMES AMONG PATIENTS WITH ISOLATED TRAUMATIC

BRAIN INJURY BEFORE & AFTER MEDICAID EXPANSION

PAPER 12: THE ECONOMIC IMPACT OF LEGAL ADVOCACY FOR SURVIVORS

OF FIREARM INJURY

PAPER 13: ACCURACY, RELIABILITY, AND UTILITY OF THE EFAST EXAM IN

THE SETTING OF PENETRATING THORACIC TRAUMA

PAPER 14: PELVIC ANGIOEMBOLIZATION DOES NOT INCREASE PELVIC

ISCHEMIC COMPLICATIONS: A MULTICENTER AAST STUDY

PAPER 15: COAGULATION STUDIES OF A NOVEL CARDIOVASCULAR SUP-

PORT FLUID (VBI-1) FOR USE IN HEMORRHAGIC SHOCK: AUGMENTATION
OF THE BLOOD SUPPLY

PAPER 16: FAR FROM HOME: PATIENT PREFERENCES AND ACCEPTABLE

RISK TOLERANCE FOR LOCAL VS REGIONAL TRAUMA CARE
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PAPER 17: THE INTERACTION BETWEEN GERIATRIC VULNERABILITY & SO-

CIAL SUPPORT: VARIATIONS IN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DRIVE RE-
COVERY AMONG OLDER ADULT TRAUMA PATIENTS
PAPER 18: COGNITIVE OUTCOMES AND NEUROSTIMULANTS AMONG THE
CEREBRALLY INJURED & OBTUNDED IN THE UNITED STATES: THE CON-
SCIOUS STUDY

PAPER 19: INVISIBLE INJURIES: ASYMPTOMATIC SPINE FRACTURES AFTER

FALLS FROM HEIGHT

2:30 PM - 6:10 PM SESSION VB: PAPERS 20-30

Moderator: Joseph Cuschieri, MD; Recorder: Susan Evans, MD
PAPER 20: KETAMINE INFUSION FOR PAIN CONTROL IN SEVERELY IN-
JURED PATIENTS: RESULTS OF A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL.

PAPER 21: ANTI XA GUIDED THROMBOPROPHYLAXIS IN CRITICAL TRAUMA

PATIENTS IS ASSOCIATED WITH LESS VTE, EXPERIENCE FROM A TERTIARY
CARE TRAUMA CENTER

PAPER 22: IMPACT OF AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS TRAUMA

VERIFICATION ON A STATEWIDE QUALITY COLLABORATIVE

PAPER 23: HIGH INTENSITY TIME SENSITIVE INTERVENTIONS IN GERIAT-

RIC TRAUMA ACTIVATIONS: A MULTICENTER STUDY

PAPER 24: TXA IMPACT ON PLATELET ADHESION TO THE ENDOTHELIUM

AFTER SHOCK CONDITIONS: A PROTECTIVE EFFECT?

PAPER 25: CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OF BLUNT CEREBROVASCULAR INJU-

RY-RESULTS FROM THE AAST PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL VASCULAR
INJURY TRIAL (PROOVIT)

PAPER 26: IMPACT OF STATE ADMISSION STANDARDS ON PATIENTS WITH

ISOLATED RIB FRACTURES

PAPER 27: SOCIAL SUPPORT HELPS MITIGATE DISPARITIES ASSOCIATED

WITH VARIATIONS IN NEIGHBORHOOD VULNERABILITY AMONG TRAUMA
PATIENTS

PAPER 28: UNCOVERING THE ROLE OF PLATELET DRIVEN THROMBO-IN-

FLAMMATION IN POST-TRAUMATIC ARDS

PAPER 29: DYNAMIC CHANGES IN BLEEDING SITES: EVALUATING CON-

TRAST EXTRAVASATION ON COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY AND ANGIOGRA-
PHY IN PELVIC FRACTURES

PAPER 30: RESUSCITATION TRIGGERS AND OUTCOMES IN A BLOOD-

CONSTRAINED TRAUMA ENVIRONMENT: ESTABLISHING TARGETS FOR
EVIDENCE-BASED GUIDELINES

6:10 PM - 7:10 PM Welcome Reception with Exhibitors (IN THE EXHIBIT HALL)

7:10 PM - 8:30 PM WITS Reception

Thursday, September 12, 2024

6:15 AM - 7:15 AM DEI Networking Breakfast
6:15 AM - 7:15 AM Committee Meetings II
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM Exhibits Open
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Registration
ONGOING Mother's Room

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM SESSION VI: PAPERS 31-36

Moderator: Stephanie Savage, MD, MS; Recorder: Brittany Bankhead, MD, MS
PAPER 31: WEALTH IS HEALTH: HIGH ECONOMIC STATUS IN CAMEROON
CORRELATES WITH PROTECTIVE GEAR USE IN TRAFFIC INJURIES AND
IMPROVED CLINICAL OUTCOMES
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PAPER 32: AUTOMATING EXCELLENCE: A BREAKTHROUGH IN EMERGEN-

CY GENERAL SURGERY QUALITY BENCHMARKING
PAPER 33: DEFINING AND ASSESSING EQUITY TO CARE IN AN URBAN
TRAUMA CENTER

PAPER 34: PATTERNS OF CARE FRAGMENTATION: DO EMERGENCY GEN-

ERAL SURGERY PATIENTS BENEFIT FROM INTERFACILITY TRANSFER?

PAPER 35: STANDARDIZED ELECTRONIC ORDER SETS DECREASES OPI-

OID USE FOR EMERGENCY GENERAL SURGERY PATIENTS

PAPER 36: OPERATIVE NEUROSURGERY FOR TRAUMATIC SUBDURAL

HEMATOMA: TRAUMA CENTER VARIATION IS ASSOCIATED WITH PATIENT
OUTCOMES
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Break in Exhibit Hall (LOOK FOR THE PARTY LIGHT CART!)

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM SESSION VII: PANEL I

AI VALUATION & RISK: A CURRENT TOOLBOX FOR TRAUMA/ACS SURGEONS
Moderator: TBD; Recorder: TBD
11:00 AM - 11:30 PM SESSION VIII: SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATIONS
Julia Coleman, MD, MPH; “THE INTERACTION OF ESTRADIOL AND PLATE-
LET BIOLOGY: A MECHANISTIC EXPLORATION OF SEX DIMORPHISMS IN
COAGULATION AND IMPLICATIONS FOR TRANSFUSION MEDICINE”
Anaar Siletz, MD; “WHOLE TRANSCRIPTOME DYNAMICS IN NEUTROPHILS
AFTER BLUNT TRAUMA”
Marissa Boeck, MD, MPH; “IDENTIFYING AND ADDRESSING UNMET NEEDS
OF INJURY SURVIVORS AT A SAFETY NET HOSPITAL IN SAN FRANCISCO”
Letita Bible, MD; “CAN THE GUT SAVE THE BRAIN? AN INVESTIGATION OF
MICROBIOME ON THE RECOVERY FROM TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY”
Sarah Cottrell-Cumber, DO: ASSOCIATE MEMBER MENTORING SCHOLAR

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM SESSION IX: FITTS LECTURE

Presenter: Michael Rotondo, MD

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM Break - HEAD TO POSTER SESSION AND COLLECT YOUR HEADPHONES AND LIS-
TENING DEVICE
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM SESSION X: POSTER SESSION
Group 1: Abdominal Trauma and EGS
Poster Professor: Ajai Malhotra, MD, Faran Bokhari, MD
Group 2: Critical Care
Poster Professor: Laura Haines, DO, Michael Cripps, MD
Group 3: Geriatrics Poster
Professor: Kaitlin Ritter, MD, Jacob Glaser, MD
Group 4: Health Disparities
Poster Professor:Matthew Martin, MD, Caitin Fitzgerald, MD
Group 5: Pediatrics and Injury Prevention
Poster Professor: Tanya Anand, MD, MPH, Patricia Ayoung-Chee, MD, MPH
Group 6: Neurological Trauma and Global Health
Poster Professor: Kazuhide Matsushima, MD, Gabrielle Hatton, MD
Group 7: Organ-based Trauma
Poster Professor: Nicole Werner, MD, David Blake, MD, MPH
Group 8: Preclinical/Translational
Poster Professor: Todd Costantini, MD, Fariha Sheikh, MD
Group 9: Shock/Transfusion
Poster Professor: Lucy Kornblith, MD, Angela Ingraham, MD, MS
Group 10: Trauma Systems, Epidemiology and Health Economics
Poster Professor: Gail Tominaga, MD, Lara Senekjian, MD
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM Lunch on own
1:45 PM - 2:45 PM Lunch and Learn with Exhibitors
1:45 PM - 6:00 PM ADD-ON SESSIONS (PICK UP LUNCH AND HEAD TO ROOM)
A Comprehensive Approach to Making the Transition to Inde-
pendent Investigator

Hospital Disaster Preparedness: A Recipe for Success

The AAST 2024 Continuous Certification Course

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1:45 PM - 6:00 PM Leadership Academy

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM JTACS Editorial Board Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Leadership Academy Reception (INVITE ONLY)

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM SCCPDS Board of Directors Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Associate Member Business Meeting (AAST ASSOCIATE MEMBERS

ONLY)

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Associate Member Happy Hour (AAST ASSOCIATE MEMBERS ONLY)

Friday, September 13, 2024

6:15 AM - 7:15 AM International Attendee Breakfast
6:15 AM - 7:15 AM Committee Meetings III
6:15 AM - 7:15 AM Board of Managers Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

7:00 AM - 1:30 PM Exhibits Open
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Registration
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AAST Pipeline Program Workshop
ONGOING Mother's Room

7:30 AM - 10:10 AM SESSION XI: PAPERS 37-44

Modertor: Richard Miller, MD; Recorder: Annie Moore, MD
PAPER 37: PREDICTIVE VALUE OF PLATELET FUNCTION ASSAYS IN TRAU-
MATIC BRAIN INJURY PATIENTS ON ANTIPLATELET THERAPY: INSIGHTS
FROM A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL

PAPER 38: UNCOVERING THE ICEBERG: TRACKING VTE EVENTS IN TRAU-

MA PATIENTS AFTER DISCHARGE
PAPER 39: INFLAMMATORY CYTOKINES PRESENT ON ARRIVAL PREDICT
28-DAY MORTALITY FOLLOWING TRAUMA

PAPER 40: INSUFFICIENT OPIOID PRESCRIBING IS ASSOCIATED WITH RE-

TURN TO THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AFTER TRAUMATIC INJURY

PAPER 41: SILENCING METHYLATION-CONTROLLED J PROTEIN MITI-

GATES BURN-INDUCED MITOCHONDRIAL DYSFUNCTION IN ALPHA
MOUSE LIVER-12 CELLS

PAPER 42: TRAUMATIC ENDOTHELOPATHY PHENOTYPES IN INJURED

CHILDREN: A PRINCIPAL COMPONENT ANALYSIS

PAPER 43: ADIPOSE DERIVED STEM CELLS SECRETE PRO AND ANTI-IN-
FLAMMATORY CYTOKINES AFTER MAJOR BURN INJURY

PAPER 44: ARE PROPHYLACTIC VENA CAVA FILTERS EVER INDICATED IN

TRAUMA? A CONTEMPORARY ANALYSIS FROM THE CLOTT STUDY
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM Break in Exhibit Hall (LOOK FOR THE PARTY LIGHT CART!)

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM SESSION XII: EXPERT SURGEON LECTURE

“A LOOK BACK…..ON THE EVER-CHANGING PRACTICE OF TRAUMA SURGERY”
Presenter: Amy Goldberg, MD
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM SESSION XIII: PANEL II
“MAKING THE CASE FOR VALUE OF ACS—OVERCOMING
LOCAL CHALLENGES”
Panelists: TBD
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM Lunch with Exhibitors (AAST SPONSORED)

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM TSACO Editorial Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

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12:00 PM - 1:15 PM LUNCH SESSIONS II

Case Studies on Publishing and Reviewing for JTACS
Directorships, Leadership Roles, and Taking the Lead: Every-
thing I Wish I knew
Geriatric trauma: Models of Care
Introducing Robotics to the Acute Care Surgery Setting - A
Benefit to Patients or Just a Shiny New Toy?
Leading a Successful Multi-Institutional Trial From A to Z
Navigating the Unforeseen: Trauma System Preparedness
The Physical, emotional and mental toll of academic surgery:
Actionable steps to protect your health and rekindle your
spark
1:15 PM - 4:55 PM SESSION XIVA: PAPERS 45-55
Moderator: Hans-Christoph Pape, MD; Recorder: Krista Kaups, MD, MSc
PAPER 45: GERI-SCREEN: A MULTICENTER TRIAL OF A NOVEL SCREEN-
ING TOOL FOR DEPRESSION AND SUICIDE RISK AMONG US TRAUMA
PATIENTS

PAPER 46: TIME TO HEMOSTASIS: A POSSIBLE MECHANISM RESPONSIBLE

FOR WHOLE BLOOD SURVIVAL BENEFIT

PAPER 47: TRAUMATIC AMPUTATION: THE EFFECT OF EARLY GUILLOTINE

AMPUTATION ON SURGICAL SITE INFECTION

PAPER 48: AMBULANCE DESERTS AND INEQUITIES IN ACCESS TO EMS

CARE IN THE UNITED STATES: ARE PATIENTS WITHIN SOCIOECONOMI-
CALLY DISADVANTAGED AREAS AT AN INCREASED RISK FOR DELAYS IN
PRE-HOSPITAL CARE?

PAPER 49: ASSESSING CASE VOLUME VARIATION ACROSS LEVEL 1 AND 2

TRAUMA CENTERS IN THE UNITED STATES

PAPER 50: ASSESSING TRAUMA INFORMED CARE ADOPTION: A COMPRE-

HENSIVE SURVEY OF TRAUMA CENTER PROFESSIONALS AND INSTITU-
TIONAL TREND

PAPER 51: AWAITING INSURANCE COVERAGE: MEDICAID ENROLLMENT

AND POST-ACUTE CARE USE AFTER TRAUMATIC INJURY

PAPER 52: DILUTION IS NOT THE SOLUTION: FACTORS AFFECTING THE

DIRECT RED CELL EFFECT ON THROMBOSIS

PAPER 53: DO EMERGENCY MEDICAID PROGRAMS IMPROVE POST-DIS-

CHARGE HEALTHCARE ACCESS FOR TRAUMA PATIENTS? A STATEWIDE
MIXED-METHODS STUDY

PAPER 54: EARLY PRIMARY CARE FOLLOW-UP IMPROVES LONG-TERM

FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES AMONG INJURED OLDER ADULTS

PAPER 55: ELEVATED CELL-FREE HEMOGLOBIN: A NOVEL EARLY BIO-

MARKER FOLLOWING TRAUMATIC INJURY
1:15 PM - 4:55 PM SESSION XIVB: PAPERS 56-66
Moderator: Kimberly Davis, MD, MBA; Recorder: Babak Sarani
PAPER 56: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES LEVEL OF TRAINING AF-
FECTS MORTALITY IN HIGH-RISK TRAUMA PATIENTS: A COMBINED PRE-
HOSPITAL AND IN-HOSPITAL DATABASE ANALYSIS

PAPER 57: GENOMIC ANALYSIS TO IDENTIFY SURGICAL PATIENTS AT RISK

FOR POST-OPERATIVE SEPSIS AND SURGICAL SITE INFECTIONS

PAPER 58: IDENTIFYING NOVEL NONCODING GENOMIC REGIONS IN

SEPSIS USING RNA SEQUENCING DATA

PAPER 59: IMPACT OF PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTION ON QUALITY OF

LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH POST-TRAUMATIC LIMB AMPUTATION/S- A RAN-
DOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL.
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PAPER 60: INCREASED PULMONARY MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WITH

EARLY VIDEO-ASSISTED THORACIC SURGERY FOR RETAINED HEMOTHO-
RAX

PAPER 61: LATE VTE CHEMOPROPHYLAXIS IS ASSOCIATED WITH IN-

CREASED RISK OF DVT, PE, AND MORTALITY IN PATIENTS WITH SPINAL
INJURIES

PAPER 62: POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION FOR EARLY IDENTIFICATION

OF BACTERIA CAUSING PNEUMONIA IN VENTILATED PATIENTS

PAPER 63: WITHDRAWN

PAPER 64: THE COSTS OF PARENTAL INJURY: IMPACTS ON CHILDREN'S

HEALTHCARE UTILIZATION AND FINANCIAL BARRIERS

PAPER 65: TRAUMA CENTERS HAVE HEARD THE WARNING: AVOID ENDO-
VASCULAR TREATMENT FOR BLUNT CEREBROVASCULAR INJURIES
PAPER 66: FROM LAWS TO LOSS: EXAMINING THE TOLL OF ALCOHOL
POLICY REPEALS ON YOUTHFUL DRIVER MORTALITY
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM AAST Business Meeting (AAST MEMBERS ONLY)

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Reception

7:30 PM - 11:00 PM Auction and Banquet

Saturday, September 14, 2024

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM New Member Breakfast
7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Registration (IF NEEDED)

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast

ONGOING Mother's Room

8:00 AM - 9:18 AM SESSION XV: QUICKSHOT SESSION I 1-13

Moderator: Jamie Coleman, MD
QUICKSHOT 1: THE EFFECT OF PEDIATRIC WHOLE BLOOD USE AS A PRO-
PORTION OF ADMINISTERED BLOOD PRODUCTS ON 24-HOUR MORTAL-
ITY: A DOSE EFFECT ANALYSIS
QUICKSHOT 2: EXTRACELLULAR VESICLES MEDIATE CYTOTOXICITY IN
POST-BLUNT CHEST TRAUMA PNEUMONIA
QUICKSHOT 3: FLYING FASTER: DEFINING THE TIME-SAVINGS THRESH-
OLD FOR AIR VERSUS GROUNG TRANSPORT SURVIVAL BENEFIT AFTER
INJURY
QUICKSHOT 4: WITHDRAWN
QUICKSHOT 5: OUTCOMES AND COMPLICATIONS OF ECMO SUPPORT IN
ISOLATED BLUNT THORACIC TRAUMA
QUICKSHOT 6: HYPERTENSION AFTER BLUNT RENAL TRAUMA: MYTH OR
REALITY?
QUICKSHOT 7: UTILIZATION OF CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS IN TRAUMA
PATIENTS, AAST-SPONSORED MULTICENTER STUDY
QUICKSHOT 8: PREGNANCY UNDER PRESSURE: ASSESSING VENOUS
THROMBOEMBOLISM DUE TO TRAUMA-INDUCED COAGULOPATHY IN
PREGNANCY
QUICKSHOT 9: A MULTICENTER, PROSPECTIVE STUDY OF CALCIUM DE-
RANGEMENTS ON ARRIVAL TO THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AFTER
MAJOR TRAUMATIC HEMORRHAGE
QUICKSHOT 10: EQUIVALENT OUTCOMES AFTER OPEN VS. ENDOVAS-
CULAR REPAIR OF TRAUMATIC AXILLOSUBCLAVIAN ARTERIAL INJURY: A
PROPENSITY SCORE MATCHED ANALYSIS
QUICKSHOT 11: THE IMPACT OF MOTORIST CHARACTERISTICS ON BEING
UNDER TRIAGED IN MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISIONS
QUICKSHOT 12: PENETRATING MECHANISM AND HIGH SOCIAL VULNER-
ABILITY ASSOCIATED WITH LATE SEVERE PRESSURE-RELATED INJURY IN
SPINAL CORD PATIENTS
QUICKSHOT 13: IMPLEMENTATION OF A FRAILTY PATHWAY FOR GERIAT-
RIC TRAUMA PATIENTS RESULTS IN DECREASED HOSPITAL COMPLICA-
TIONS AND UNPLANNED INTUBATIONS
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9:18 AM - 9:40 AM Break

9:40 AM - 10:58 AM SESSION XVI: QUICKSHOT SESSION II 14-26

Moderator: Ronald Stewart, MD
QUICKSHOT 14: LET THE RESIDENT TRY: EVALUATION OF CENTRAL VE-
NOUS CATHETER PLACEMENT IN HYPOTENSIVE TRAUMA PATIENTS USING
TRAUMA VIDEO REVIEW
QUICKSHOT 15: METHAMPHETAMINE USE AND HOMELESSNESS ARE RISK
FACTORS FOR TRAUMA RECIDIVISM AND PREMATURE MORTALITY IN SUR-
VIVORS OF VIOLENT INJURIES
QUICKSHOT 16: PREDICTING FUTILITY IN HEMORRHAGING TRAUMA PA-
TIENTS UTILIZING 4-HOUR TRANSFUSION VOLUMES AND RATES
QUICKSHOT 17: PREDICTORS OF HEALTHY DAYS AT HOME: BENCHMARK-
ING LONG-TERM OUTCOMES IN GERIATRIC TRAUMA
QUICKSHOT 18: SOCIAL VULNERABILITY PROVOKES A HYPERCOAGULA-
BLE STATE IN TRAUMA
QUICKSHOT 19: THE TPA CHALLENGE TEG (TPA-TEG) PROVIDES A COM-
PREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF FIBRINOLYSIS IN THE SEVERELY INJURED
QUICKSHOT 20: BARRIERS TO USING TELEMEDICINE TO IMPROVE SEC-
ONDARY TRIAGE IN A RURAL TRAUMA SYSTEM
QUICKSHOT 21: 2024 AAST PANCREAS INJURY GRADING UPDATE: BETTER
GRADING FOR IMPROVED UNDERSTANDING OF MANAGEMENT OUT-
COMES
QUICKSHOT 22: GERIATRIC TRAUMA PROGRAMS: WHAT IS THE BENEFIT?
QUICKSHOT 23: IMPLEMENTATION OF A COLON MANAGEMENT GUIDE-
LINE: INCREASING RATE OF SAFE ANASTOMOSIS IN EMERGENCY GEN-
ERAL SURGERY PATIENTS
QUICKSHOT 24: RISK FACTORS FOR DVT IN PEDIATRIC TRAUMA PATIENTS:
A 5 YEAR REVIEW OF THE NTDB
QUICKSHOT 25: SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH AFFECT PHYSICAL
AND MENTAL HEALTH OF INJURED ADULTS IN AMERICA
QUICKSHOT 26: THROMBOEMBOLIC EVENTS AFTER ADMINISTRATION OF
TRANEXAMIC ACID (TXA) IN PATIENTS WITH BLUNT THORACIC TRAUMA
11:00 AM Meeting Adjourned
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK CONFERENCE APP AND ONLINE
PROGRAM BOOK FOR MOST UP-TO-DATE SCHEDULE AND ROOM NAMES.

Exhibitors
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A S O F M AY 2 8 T H

ACS Committee on Trauma Research PolyNovo North America

Trauma
DePuy Synthes Prytime Medical Devices
ACS Emergency General
Surgery Verification Excelsior Surgical Society Sentinel Medical
Program Technologies
Extant Healthcare
American Trauma Society Synapse Biomedical
Haemonetics
Aroa Teleflex
HemoSonics
ASR Systems | TITAN CSR Trauma Center
Retractor KLS Martin Group
Association of America
AstraZeneca Latino Surgical Society
TRAUMGEL
Avita Medical LifeNet Health
Urgo Medical North
Boston Scientific MPLT Healthcare America

CLR Medical Organogenesis Zimmer Biomet

Coalition for National Piedmont Healthcare
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MEETING EVENTS

WORLD COALITION
OF TRAUMA CARE
SCHEDULE AT GLANCE
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
3:00 PM - 3:05 PM Keynote
Presenter: Raul Coimbra, MD, PhD

3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
WHO consultation on the global strategy and action plan for
emergency, critical and operative care (ECO)
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION I: TRAUMA RESUSCITATION I
Moderator: Jonathan Meizoso, MD, MSPH
THE LETHAL DIAMOND: THE NEW CONCEPT IN TRAUMA RESUSCITATION
CODE CRIMSON: TWO-TIER TRAUMA CALL. HAS IT MADE A CLINICAL DIF-
FERENCE?
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRAUMA NURSES IN THE
RESUSCITATION OF SEVERELY INJURED PATIENTS
REVISITING REBOA FOR TRAUMA PATIENTS.
INNOVATIONS IN TRAUMA CARE THROUGH A HYBRID EMERGENCY
ROOM SYSTEM
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM Discussion
5:00 PM - 5:05 PM Break

5:05 PM - 6:20 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION II: TRAUMA EDUCATION I

Moderator: Allison Berndtson, MD
TRAUMA TRAINING IN THE FUTURE – A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
TRAINING TRAUMA SURGEONS: CHALLENGES AND INNOVATIONS

TEAM DYNAMICS IN TRAUMA RESUSCITATION: COMMUNICATION, COL-

LABORATION, AND RESILIENCE
CURRENT INNOVATIONS AND FUTURE HORIZONS IN TRAUMA EDUCA-
TION IN JAPAN
6:05 PM - 6:20 PM Discussion

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

SKYVIEW IV 26TH FLOOR

SCIENTIFIC SESSION III: CHALLENGING EXPOSURES IN

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM TRAUMA: HOW DO YOU GET THERE? AND THEN WHAT DO
YOU DO?
Moderator: Kenji Inaba, MD
SUBCLAVIAN ARTERY
LUNG HILUM
RETROHEPATIC IVC
ESOPHAGUS
POPLITEAL ARTERY

9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Discussion – 15 min

9:30 AM - 9:35 AM Break
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9:35 AM - 10:50 AM SCIENTIFIC SESSION IV: MANAGEMENT OF RIB FRACTURES I

Moderator: Andrew Doben, MD
SURGICAL STABILIZATION OF RIB FRACTURES: WHEN AND HOW
MANAGEMENT OF RIB FRACTURES: THE AUSTRALIAN NEW ZEALAND
PERSPECTIVE
MANAGEMENT OF RIB FRACTURES: THE EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
TIMING FOR RIB FIXATION IN POLYTRAUMA PATIENTS

10:35 AM - 10:50 AM Discussion

10:50 AM - 10:55 AM Break

10:55 AM - 12:25 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION V: GERIATRIC TRAUMA ISSUES

Moderator: Bellal Joseph, MD
DOES EVERY GERIATRIC TBI PATIENT NEED A CT SCAN AND NEUROSUR-
GERY CONSULTATION?
THE SILVER TSUNAMI: UNDERSTANDING TRAUMA CARE IN THE ELDERLY
POPULATION
NON-ACCIDENTAL GERIATRIC TRAUMA

FUTILITY IN GERIATRIC TRAUMA: WHAT IS IT AND HOW TO DETERMINE IT?

END OF LIFE CARE IN TRAUMA

12:10 PM - 12:25 PM Discussion – 15 min

12:25 PM - 1:45 PM Lunch Break
SCIENTIFIC SESSION VIA: PRE-HOSPITAL INTERVENTIONS
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM IN TRAUMA CARE
Moderator: Eileen Bulger, MD
TRANEXAMIC ACID
AIRWAY MANAGEMENT
PRE-HOSPITAL ADVANCED RESUSCITATIVE CARE
TOURNIQUET USE: WHEN AND HOW?

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM Discussion

3:00 PM - 3:05 PM Break
SCIENTIFIC SESSION VIB: DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY
1:45 PM - 3:00 PM PREPARATION I
Moderator: Yasuhiro Otomo, MD
HOSPITAL RESPONSE IN MASS CASUALTIES
LESSONS LEARNED AFTER A MAJOR EARTHQUAKE IN TURKEY
LESSONS LEARNED FROM MASS CASUALTY MEDICAL RESPONSE FOL-
LOWING TERRORIST ATTACKS
SURGICAL APPROACH IN CATASTROPHIC TRAUMATIC WOUNDS IN A MASS
CASUALTY EVENT
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM Discussion
3:00 PM - 3:05 PM Break

3:05 PM - 4:50PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION VIIA: TRAUMA RESUSCITATION II

Moderator: Sara Edwards, MD
CIRCULATION FIRST
USE OF ULTRASOUND TO GUIDE RESUSCITATION IN TRAUMA
FLUID RESUSCITATION IN TRAUMA
TRAUMA-INDUCED COAGULOPATHY
REBOA: INDICATIONS, ADVANTAGES, AND COMPLICATIONS
SEVERE TBI: EARLY MANAGEMENT OF INTRACRANIAL HYPERTENSION
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4:35 PM - 4:50 PM Discussion

4:50 PM - 4:55 PM Break

3:05 PM - 4:20PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION VIIB: TRAUMA EDUCATION II

Moderator: Mark Boyer, MD
BEYOND ATLS: GLOBAL TRAUMA EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE
ACSCOT
SURGICAL STRATEGY AND TREATMENT FOR TRAUMA (SSTT) COURSE
TRAUMA EDUCATION IN CHINA
BUILDING TRAUMA CARE TRAINING USING VIRTUAL REALITY AND MIXED
REALITY DEVICES
4:05 PM - 4:20 PM Discussion
4:20 PM - 4:25 PM Break
SCIENTIFIC SESSION VIIIA: MANAGEMENT OF RIB FRAC-
4:55 PM - 5:55 PM TURES II
Moderator: Babak Sarani, MD
SURGICAL STABILIZATION OF RIB FRACTURE GUIDELINES: WHERE ARE WE?
RIB FIXATION IN THE ELDERLY: WHEN AND HOW?
COMMON COMPLICATIONS AFTER RIB FIXATION

5:40 PM - 5:55 PM Discussion

4:25 PM - 5:55 PM SCIENTIFIC SESION VIIIB: TRAUMA SYSTEMS

Moderator: Robert Winchell, MD
AN OVERVIEW OF TRAUMA SYSTEMS IN ASIA
REGIONALIZATION OF TRAUMA CARE IN SOUTH KOREA: PROCESS AND
IMPACT
ECONOMIC IMPACT OF TRAUMA
EVOLUTION OF TRAUMA CARE IN THAILAND
IMPROVING TRAUMA OUTCOMES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

5:40 PM - 5:55 PM Discussion

1:45 PM - 3:35 PM ORAL PAPERS IA: ABDOMINAL TRAUMA I PAPERS 1 - 10

Moderator: Enrique Ginzburg, MD
PAPER 1: THE UTILITY OF MRI IN PANCREATIC INJURY PATIENTS REQUIRING
SURGERY: INSIGHTS FROM A TQIP ANALYSIS
PAPER 2: THERAPEUTIC HYPOTHERMIA AND HEMORRHAGIC RISK IN NON-
OPERATIVE BLUNT ABDOMINAL TRAUMA PATIENTS: A TRAUMA QUALITY
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM STUDY
PAPER 3: THE HYBRID EMERGENCY ROOM SYSTEM (HERS) FACILITATES
EFFECTIVE USE OF THE RESUSCITATIVE ENDOVASCULAR BALLOON OC-
CLUSION OF THE AORTA (REBOA) FOR ABDOMINAL TRAUMA PATIENTS IN
HEMORRHAGIC SHOCK.
PAPER 4: TRANSCATHETER ARTERIAL EMBOLIZATION FOR BLUNT SPLENIC
INJURY: INCIDENCE OF PSEUDOANEURYSMS AND ADDITIONAL EMBOLI-
ZATION
PAPER 5: THE DECISION OF DIAGNOSTIC MODALITIES IN THE EVALUATION
OF PELVIC FRACTURE PATIENTS WITH HEMATURIA
PAPER 6: TIMING MATTERS: EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF DELAYED PAN-
CREATIC SURGERY ON OUTCOMES IN PANCREATIC TRAUMA PATIENTS - A
TQIP DATABASE ANALYSIS
PAPER 7: REDUCING THE TREATMENT LEVEL OF PATIENTS WITH MAJOR
TORSO HEMORRHAGE: THE ROLE OF REBOA IN A LEVEL-I TRAUMA CEN-
TER
PAPER 8: A PREDICTION MODEL OF MORTALITY AMONG CIRRHOTIC PA-
TIENTS WITH BLUNT ABDOMINAL TRAUMA: A SINGLE-CENTER RETRO-
SPECTIVE STUDY
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PAPER 9: EXPLORING THE THERAPEUTIC ROLE OF LAPAROSCOPY IN AN-

TERIOR ABDOMINAL STAB WOUNDS
PAPER 10: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF TRAUMATIC ISOLATED BLUNT
GRADE III PANCREATIC INJURY
3:25 PM - 3:35 PM Break
ORAL PAPERS IB: SHOCK/TRANSFUSION/RESUSCITATION
1:45 PM - 3:45 PM PAPERS 11 - 21
Moderator: Julia Coleman, MD
PAPER 11: ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT USAGE OF RESUSCITATIVE ENDO-
VASCULAR BALLOON OCCLUSION OF THE AORTA (REBOA) IN PEDIATRIC
TRAUMA PATIENTS: A RETROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY FROM THE
ACS-TQIP DATABASE.
PAPER 12: FIBRINOGEN EARLY IN SEVERE PAEDIATRIC TRAUMA STUDY
(FEISTY JUNIOR): A RANDOMISED CLINICAL TRIAL
PAPER 13: DOES CRYOPRECIPITATE TRANSFUSION IMPROVE THE SURVIV-
AL OUTCOME OF BLUNT TRAUMA?- A SINGLE TRAUMA CENTER RETRO-
SPECTIVE STUDY IN JAPAN-
PAPER 14: PREVALENCE OF TRAUMA-INDUCED COAGULOPATHY DIAG-
NOSED USING THROMBOELASTOGRAPHY IN A REGIONAL HOSPITAL IN
THE PHILIPPINES
PAPER 15: ANALYZING ADVERSE EVENTS IN TRAUMA RESUSCITATION: IM-
PLEMENTING A DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH FOR IMPROVED PATIENT CARE
AND SAFETY
PAPER 16: THE DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY OF FAST CT IN THE COMPUTED
TOMOGRAPHY FIRST RESUSCITATION STRATEGY WITH HYBRID EMERGEN-
CY ROOM SYSTEM FOR SEVERELY TRAUMA PATIENTS
PAPER 17: FIIRST-2 TRIAL: FACTORS IN THE INITIAL RESUSCITATION OF SE-
VERE TRAUMA. A 2020 EAST MULTICENTER TRIAL
PAPER 18: OUTCOMES AFTER REVISED BLOOD TRANSFUSION POLICY
DURING CRITICAL NATIONAL BLOOD SHORTAGE
PAPER 19: ABO BLOOD TYPE GROUPS AND OUTCOMES OF SEVERE TRAU-
MA PATIENTS: SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
PAPER 20: ROTEM IN COAGULATION MANAGEMENT FOR MAJOR TRAUMA
PATIENTS: EVIDENCE BASED ALGORITHMIC APPROACH
PAPER 21: FEASIBILITY OF RESUSCITATIVE ENDOVASCULAR BALLOON OC-
CLUSION OF THE AORTA FOR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY DIAGNOSIS: A
REEVALUATION
3:35 PM - 3:45 PM Break

1:45 PM - 3:45 PM ORAL PAPERS IC: OUTCOMES - GUIDELINES PAPERS 22 - 33

Moderator: Milos Buhavac, MD
PAPER 22: IMPACT OF CD4 COUNT ON HIV POSITIVE TRAUMA PATIENTS IN
URBAN U.S. CITY
PAPER 23: IMPACT OF CRASH DYNAMICS ON MORTALITY AND INJURY
OUTCOMES AFTER ROAD TRAFFIC CRASHES (RTC) IN INDIA
PAPER 24: INCREASED RISK OF POST-INJURY PULMONARY EMBOLISM
AMONG SICKLE CELL DISEASE PATIENTS
PAPER 25: IS WHOLE-BODY CT SCAN WARRANTED IN ELDERLY PATIENTS
AFTER A FALL?
PAPER 26: CHALLENGES IN SAVING PATIENTS WITH TRAUMA IN SEOUL:
A RETROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY BASED ON 2016–2020 COMMUNITY-
BASED SEVERE TRAUMA SURVEY
PAPER 27: COMPARISON OF SURVIVAL OUTCOMES IN TRAUMA PATIENTS
TREATED WITH ECMO OVER THE YEARS
PAPER 28: THE EXTERNAL VALIDATION OF THE REVISED LETHAL TRIAD CRI-
TERIA FOR APPROPRIATE STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING
PAPER 29: REFINING RISK IN RIB FRACTURES: THE COMPOUND EFFECT OF
RIB FRACTURE SEVERITY AND AGE IN PREDICTING MORTALITY
PAPER 30: MANAGEMENT AND OUTCOME OF VARIOUS TYPES OF NECK
INJURIES AT LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTRE- AN AMBISPECTIVE OBSERVATION-
AL STUDY
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PAPER 31: PREHOSPITAL AIRWAY MANAGEMENT IN COMBAT TRAUMA:

CURRENT EVIDENCE
PAPER 32: PREDICTORS OF OUTCOMES OF MOTORCYCLE CRASH ISO-
LATED HEAD INJURIES FROM A TERTIARY GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL IN THE
PHILIPPINES
PAPER 33: FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH IN-HOSPITAL MORTALITY AMONG
PREGNANT TRAUMA PATIENTS; A NATIONWIDE STUDY IN JAPAN
3:45 PM - 3:55 PM Break

1:45 PM - 3:45 PM ORAL PAPERS ID: EXTREMITY TRAUMA PAPERS 34 - 45

Moderator: Mayur Narayan, MD, MPH, MBA, MHPE
PAPER 34: EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF AI ALGORITHMS ON PHYSICIAN
PERFORMANCE IN PELVIC RADIOGRAPHY: A PROSPECTIVE, OBSERVER-
BLINDED USER TEST STUDY
PAPER 35: TARGETED MUSCLE REINNERVATION (TMR) AT THE TIME OF
MAJOR LIMB AMPUTATION /IN PATIENTS WITH LOWER EXTREMITY TRAU-
MA. A RANDOMISED CONTROL TRIAL.
PAPER 36: IMPACT OF PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTION ON QUALITY OF
LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH POST-TRAUMATIC LIMB AMPUTATION/S- A RAN-
DOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL.
PAPER 37: A CONTRAST-ENHANCED COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY SCAN
COMBINE WITH 3-D PELVIS RECONSTRUCTION IN THE EMERGENCY DE-
PARTMENT SHORTENS THE TIME TO DEFINITIVE FIXATION OF UNSTABLE
PELVIC FRACTURES
PAPER 38: SAFETY OR SPEED? ASSESSING ALTERNATIVE VASCULAR AC-
CESS FOR ANGIOGRAPHY FOLLOWING RESUSCITATIVE ENDOVASCU-
LAR BALLOON OC6YCLUSION OF THE AORTA (REBOA) IN SEVERE PELVIC
TRAUMA PATIENTS
PAPER 39: RISK FACTORS FOR AMPUTATION OF AFFECTED LIMB IN COM-
PLEX EXTREMITY INJURY
PAPER 40: TENSION BAND FIXATION FOR PATELLAR FRACTURES: A STUDY
OF FAILURE FACTORS
PAPER 41: DOES THE SURGEON'S EXPERIENCE INFLUENCE THE DURATION
OF SURGERY IN 3D-ASSISTED PERCUTANEOUS TRANSPEDICULAR SPINAL
STABILIZATION? – A RETROSPECTIVE MONOCENTRIC ANALYSIS OF 34
PATIENTS AFTER NAVI
PAPER 42: BINDING BLINDLY: PELVIC BINDERS – A FRIEND OR FOE
PAPER 43: MULTIFACETED CHALLENGES IN IATROGENIC VASCULAR
TRAUMA: A CASE SERIES FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF TRAUMA SURGERY,
AIIMS PATNA
PAPER 44: EXAMINING DISPARITIES IN LOWER EXTREMITY VASCULAR
TRAUMA – A 12-YEAR SINGLE CENTER RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS
PAPER 45: REVERSE CONTRALATERAL PROXIMAL TIBIA PLATE FIXATION
AND PROVISIONAL REDUCTION PLATING IN THE TREATMENT OF HOFFA
FRACTURE
3:45 PM - 3:55 PM BREAK

3:35 PM - 4:55 PM ORAL PAPERS IIA: CRITICAL CARE PAPERS 46 - 53

Moderator: Rachel Appelbaum, MD
PAPER 46: INCIDENCE OF SURGICAL SITE INFECTION IN CASUALTY DE-
PARTMENT AT A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN BANGLADESH: RESULTS
FROM A PILOT SURGICAL SITE INFECTION SURVEILLANCE
PAPER 47: MANAGEMENT OF ABDOMINAL, OPEN ABDOMEN, AND LOSS
OF DOMAIN WITH DECELLULARIZED FISH DERMIS AND AUTOLOGOUS
SUSPENDED-CELL TRANSPLANTATION
PAPER 48: CORRELATION OF ICU AQUIRED WEAKNESS(ICUAW) MEA-
SURED WITH MRC(MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL) SCORE WITH DIA-
PHRAGMATIC EXCURSION(DE) MEASURED USING ULTRASOUND : A PRO-
SPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY
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PAPER 49: PORPHYRINIZED CARBON QUANTUM DOTS WITH BROAD-

SPECTRUM ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY TREAT WOUNDS INFECTED BY
DRUG-RESISTANT BACTERIA
PAPER 50: OPTIMIZING ECMO RESCUE IN TRAUMA BY ESTABLISHING A
PHENOTYPIC APPROACH TO PATIENT SELECTION
PAPER 51: SELENIUM SUPPLEMENTATION IN CRITICAL ILL PATIENTS WITH
ACUTE ABDOMEN― A PROSPECTIVE RANDOMIZED AND PLACEBO-CON-
TROLLED TRIAL
PAPER 52: RISK FACTORS FOR POST TRAUMATIC EPILEPSY IN PATIENTS
WITH NON OPERATIVE TREATMENT : A RETROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL
STUDY
PAPER 53: A RANDOMISED CONTROLLED DOUBLE-BLINDED STUDY TO
COMPARE KETAMINE-DEXMEDETOMIDINE VERSUS KETAMINE-PROPO-
FOL COMBINATIONS FOR OPIOID FREE ANESTHESIA IN PATIENTS UNDER-
GOING BRACHIAL PLEXUS INJURY REPAIR

3:45 PM - 5:15 PM ORAL PAPERS IIB: THORACIC TRAUMA PAPERS 54 - 62

Moderator: Joseph Forrester, MD, MSc
PAPER 54: IS A DELAY IN SURGICAL STABILISATION OF TRAUMATIC RIB
FRACTURES ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASED OPERATIVE TIMES AND
WORSE OUTCOMES?
PAPER 55: RESUSCITATIVE MEDIAN STERNOTOMY PLUS ENDOVASCULAR
AORTIC OCCLUSION FOR PENETRATING INJURIES IN THE BOX: AN ACE UP
THE SLEEVE
PAPER 56: HEART INJURY AS A PROGNOSTIC FACTOR IN BLUNT CHEST
TRAUMA PATIENTS UNDERGOING OPEN CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITA-
TION (OCPR): A TQIP STUDY
PAPER 57: PNEUMOTHORAX DETECTION IN THE ED: HOCUS POCUS?

PAPER 58: BEYOND MEDIASTINAL WIDENING: INNOVATIVE SCREENING

AND PREDICTION METHODS FOR AORTIC INJURY
PAPER 59: EVOLUTION OF VIDEOTHORACOSCOPY IN THORACIC TRAUMA

PAPER 60: THORACIC IRRIGATION FOR TRAUMATIC HEMOTHORAX: A SYS-

TEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS
PAPER 61: MASSIVE HEMOTHORAX ASSOCIATED WITH THORACIC VERTE-
BRAL FRACTURES: A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS
PAPER 62: IMPACT OF THORACIC TRAUMA ON MORBIDITY AND OUTCOME:
SIX YEARS’ EXPERIENCE FROM TERTIARY CARE LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTRE
IN INDIA

3:55 PM - 5:35 PM ORAL PAPERS IIC: TRAUMA SYSTEMS PAPERS 63 - 72

Moderator: Vanessa Ho, MD, PhD, MPH
PAPER 63: PREVENTABLE AND POTENTIALLY PREVENTABLE DEATHS
AMONG ROAD TRAFFIC FATALITIES IN CHIBA PREFECTURE: PROBLEMS IN
THE JAPANESE HOSPITAL CARE SYSTEM REVEALED BY INVESTIGATION
OVER A 12-YEAR PERIOD
PAPER 64: OUTCOME OF SEVERE TRAUMA PATIENTS REQUIRED DAMAGE
CONTROL SURGERY BY THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ‘DOCTOR-CAR’ AND
AMBULANCE FROM JAPAN TRAUMA DATA BANK
PAPER 65: INSIGHTS INTO MILITARY-CIVILIAN TRAUMA SYSTEM INTEGRA-
TION AND ITS EFFECTS ON BLOOD PRODUCT AVAILABILITY
PAPER 66: PRESENCE OF GERIATRIC CONSULT SERVICE IS ASSOCIATED
WITH DECREASED HOSPITAL-LEVEL MORTALITY FOR GERIATRIC TRAUMA
PATIENTS
PAPER 67: THE CORRELATION OF TRANSFER PATTERNS AND MORTALITY
RATES AFTER ESTABLISHING A TRAUMA CENTER
PAPER 68: VARIABILITY IN CT IMAGING PRACTICES IN GERIATRIC TRAU-
MA: A SECONDARY ANALYSIS OF AN EAST MULTICENTER TRIAL
PAPER 69: DEVELOPING A GEOSPATIALLY INFORMED TRAUMA TRIAGE
SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED PRE-HOSPITAL MANAGEMENT OF TRAUMA IN
LOW- AND MIDDLE-INCOME COUNTRIES: A USER-CENTERED APPROACH
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PAPER 70: VALIDATION OF A REAL-TIME LOCATION SERVICE (RTLS) PRE-

HOSPITAL TIME TO ARRIVAL TOOL IN THE SOUTHEAST MINNESOTA RE-
GION USING AN ADVANCED GEOSPATIAL MAPPING MODEL FOR TRAUMA
PAPER 71: IDENTIFYING GAPS IN TRAUMA NURSING CARE IN UKRAINE

PAPER 72: THE IMPACT OF IMPLEMENTING THE JAPAN-AACN (D-CALL

NET: DCN) DOCTOR DISPATCH SYSTEM

3:55 PM - 4:55 PM ORAL PAPERS IID: TRAUMA EDUCATION PAPER 73 - 78

Moderator: Atsushi Nanashima, MD
PAPER 73: HUMANITY & TRAUMA ABOVE ALL - BUILDING BRIDGES
THROUGH ADVANCED TRAUMA LIFE SUPPORT (ATLS) COURSES FOR PAL-
ESTINIAN & ISRAELI PHYSICIANS
PAPER 74: MAINTAINING SURGICAL SKILLS IN AN ERA OF DECLINING
TRAUMA SURGERY CASES: INSIGHTS FROM 12 YEARS OF TRAUMA SUR-
GERY EXPERIENCE IN A SURGICAL RESIDENCY PROGRAM FACILITY
PAPER 75: A PRIMARY STUDY OF A SURGICAL TRAUMA COURSE ON ANI-
MAL MODELS IN MAINLAND CHINA
PAPER 76: APPLICABILITY OF A LOW-FIDELITY SIMULATOR TO LEARN
EMERGENCY SURGICAL AIRWAY SKILLS IN MIDDLE-AND LOW-INCOME
ENVIRONMENTS.
PAPER 77: THE POWER OF MENTORSHIP: HOW TO RECRUIT AND RETAIN
VALUABLE STAFF TO YOUR TRAUMA TEAM
PAPER 78: SURGICAL RESIDENCY TRAINING INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM IN
TRAUMA
8:00 AM - 12:20 PM Society of Trauma Nurses Morning Session
8:00 AM - 8:05 AM Welcome/Opening

8:05 AM - 10:05 AM STN SESSION I: INNOVATIONS IN TRAUMA NURSING

Moderator: LeAnne Young, RN
PRE-HOSPITAL WHOLE BLOOD
UTILIZATION OF NURSES IN PRE-HOSPITAL CARE
IMPACT OF BEDSIDE LAPAROTOMY SIMULATION FOR ICU NURSES

9:25 AM - 9:35 AM PANEL Q&A

Moderator: LeAnne Young, RN
9:35 AM - 10:05 AM Successful Transition to Rehab after SCI
10:05 AM - 10:15 AM BREAK

10:15 AM - 12:20 PM STN SESSION II: GLOBAL TRAUMA SYSTEMS

Moderator: APRN
GLOBAL TRAUMA QUALITY IMPROVEMENT (GTQI) UPDATE
GLOBAL TRAUMA COLLABORATION
RURAL TRAUMA CARE IN THE US - 15 MIN
THE ROLE OF TRAUMA NURSES IN TRAUMA SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT IN
BRAZIL
LESSONS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL ATCN SISATER SITES PROGRAM

12:05PM - 12:15 PM PANEL Q&A

Moderator: APRN
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1:00 PM - 5:05 PM SOCIETY OF TRAUMA NURSES AFTERNOON SESSION

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM STN SESSION III: TRAUMA PROGRAM CHALLENGES

Moderator: Linda Reinhart, RN
CYBER-ATTACKS: HOW TO PREPARE YOUR PROGRAM

ETHICS IN TRAUMA CARE

UTILIZATION OF AI IN TRAUMA
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2:20 PM - 2:30 PM PANEL Q&A

Moderator: Elizabeth Atkins, RN
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM COST OF TRAUMA/FINANCE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT

3:00 PM - 3:10 PM BREAK

STN SESSION IV: KEYNOTE DISPARITIES IN TRAUMA CARE -
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Presenter: LeAnne Young, RN

3:30 PM - 5:05 PM STN SESSION V: 11. INTERESTING TRAUMA CASES

Moderator: Elizabeth Atkins, RN
PEDIATRIC PATIENT - HAND REPLANTATION
ADULT PATIENT – MCC TRAUMATIC ARREST
PEDIATRIC PATIENT - ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA
ADULT PATIENT --TBD

4:55 PM - 5:00 PM PANEL Q&A

Moderator: Elizabeth Atkins, RN

5:00 PM - 5:05 PM CLOSING REMARKS

Presenter: LeAnne Young, RN

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM WORLD TRAUMA CONGRESS POSTER SESSION: STATION I

Moderator: Paul Albini, MD
POSTER 1: VIRAL SEPSIS IN CRITICALLY ILL PATIENTS REQUIRING ICU CARE,
AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY FROM A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL.
POSTER 2: AGGRESSIVE OXYGEN DELIVERY STRATEGIES DURING RESUS-
CITATION OF HEMORRHAGIC SHOCK AFFECTS KIDNEY MITOCHONDRIAL
FUNCTION
POSTER 3: UNVEILING THE HIDDEN WOUNDS: A CASE REPORT OF MOREL-
LAVALLEE LESION
POSTER 4: FORCE OF PELVIC BINDERS - A COMPARISON OF MECHANICAL
PERFORMANCE OF VARIOUS PRODUCTS
POSTER 5: SHORT-TERM TREATMENT OUTCOMES OF OPEN TIBIAL FRAC-
TURES IN A TRAUMA CENTER
POSTER 6: INTRAOPERATIVE USG IMAGING FOR CHEEKBONE (ZYGOMAT-
IC) FRACTURE REPAIR: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY
POSTER 7: MYOCARDIAL INJURY AND CALCIUM HOMEOSTASIS REGULA-
TION IN ANIMAL MODEL OF HEMORRHAGIC SHOCK INDUCED ARRHYTH-
MIA
POSTER 8: PEDIATRIC PATIENTS WITH OPEN PELVIC FRACTURE TREATED IN
THE HYBRID EMERGENCY ROOM SYSTEM (HERS) BY A MULTIDISCIPLINARY
TEAM: TWO CASE REPORTS.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM WORLD TRAUMA CONGRESS POSTER SESSION: STATION II

Moderator: Patricia Martinez Quinones, MD, PhD
POSTER 9: HEMOSTATIC SPONGE BASED ON EASILY PREPARED CROSS-
LINKED GELATIN AND SODIUM ALGINATE FOR WOUND HEALING
POSTER 10: GUNSHOT AND BLAST INJURIES AND BLEEDING CONTROL
TRAINING FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS AT A REGIONAL UNIVERSITY IN JA-
PAN
POSTER 11: A CASE OF RECTUS SHEATH HEMATOMA
POSTER 12: THE VAPE GRENADE: A CASE OF MAXILLOFACIAL INJURIES
WITH C1-C2 FRACTURE SECONDARY TO ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE BLAST
INJURY
POSTER 13: MODIFIED MESH-MEDIATED FASCIAL TRACTION, IN CON-
JUNCTION WITH ORTHOPEDIC ALUMINUM SPLINTS
POSTER 14: A CASE OF LIGATION OF THE COMMON CAROTID ARTERY AF-
TER PENETRATING TRAUMA WHO SURVIVED WITHOUT NEUROLOGICAL
DEFICIT

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM WORLD TRAUMA CONGRESS POSTER SESSION: STATION III

Moderator: Alexandra Brito, MD
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POSTER 15: A CASE OF EARLY SURGICAL ESCHAROTOMY USING INTRA-

VASCULAR TEMPERATURE MANAGEMENT IS USEFUL FOR MAJOR DEEP
BURN PATIENT
POSTER 16: THE EFFECT OF VACUUM-ASSISTED CLOSURE AFTER ABDOM-
INAL SURGERY FOR A PATIENT WITH A VENTRICULOPERITONEAL SHUNT
POSTER 17: A CASE REPORT OF MANUAL COMPRESSION HEMOSTASIS
FOR BRACHIAL ARTERY TRANSECTION WHILE BEING TRANSPORTED
FROM AN ISOLATED JAPANESE ISLAND
POSTER 18: MULTIORGAN DYSFUNCTION FOLLOWING DELAYED TRAU-
MATIC HEPATIC PSEUDOANEURYSM AND BILOMA: A CASE REPORT
POSTER 19: HOMEMADE DYNAMIC FASCIAL CLOSURE
POSTER 20: AGRICULTURAL FARM-RELATED HEAD INJURIES IN RURAL
INDIA: A COMPREHENSIVE CASE SERIES
POSTER 21: PANCREATICOGASTROSTOMY AS RECONSTRUCTION FOR
COMPLETE NECK TRANSECTION OF THE PANCREAS

Friday, September 13, 2024

SCIENTIFIC SESSION IXA: DAMAGE CONTROL SURGERY IN
7:30 AM - 9:15 AM TRAUMA
Moderator: Michael Rotondo, MD
ABDOMEN: WHEN AND HOW
THORACIC: WHEN AND HOW
VASCULAR: WHEN AND HOW
ORTHOPEDICS: WHEN AND HOW
DC IN POLYTRAUMA: HAS IT IMPROVED OUTCOMES?
COMPLICATIONS OF OPEN ABDOMEN: WHAT THEY ARE AND HOW TO
PREVENT THEM?
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Discussion – 15 min
9:15 AM - 9:20 AM Break
SCIENTIFIC SESSION IXB: TRAUMA QUALITY ASSURANCE
7:30 AM - 9:15 AM AND PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
Moderator: Ajai Malhotra, MD
TRAUMA QA AND PI: CONCEPTS AND IMPLEMENTATION
TRAUMA QUALITY FRAMEWORK FOR RESOURCE CHALLENGED ENVIRON-
MENTS
MISSED INJURIES: STILL A NEMESIS FOR THE TRAUMA SURGEON
TRAUMA REGISTRY AND TRAUMA QI IN ASIA: OPPORTUNITIES FOR IM-
PROVEMENT AND COLLABORATION.
TRAUMA QI IN LATIN AMERICA: ANY PROGRESS?
OPTIMIZING QUALITY IN RESOURCE CONSTRAINED AREAS

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM Discussion – 15 min

9:15 AM - 9:20 AM Break

9:20 AM - 10:50 AM SCIENTIFIC SESSION XA: POLYTRAUMA CARE

Moderator: David Livingston, MD
DEFINING POLYTRAUMA: CAN A UNIFORM DEFINITION BE ACHIEVED?
TIMING OF FRACTURE FIXATION IN POLYTRAUMA PATIENTS
CONTEMPORARY MANAGEMENT OF EXTREMITY OPEN FRACTURES
PRIMARY AMPUTATION IN MANGLED EXTREMITY IN POLYTRAUMA PA-
TIENTS: WHEN AND HOW?
MULTIPLE PENETRATING INJURIES: WHICH CAVITY TO OPEN FIRST

10:35 AM - 10:50 AM Discussion – 15 min

10:50 AM - 10:55 AM Break
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9:20 AM - 9:25 AM TION IN GLOBAL TRAUMA
Moderator: Catherine Juillard, MD, MPH
KEYNOTE: IMPORTANCE OF EQUITABLE PARTNERSHIP
9:25 AM - 9:50 AM IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF TRAUMA PROGRAMS AND RE-
SEARCH CAPACITY
Keynote Speaker: Alain Chichom, MD
PANEL: BEST PRACTICES IN RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION
9:50 AM - 10:05 AM OF WORK CONDUCTED IN LMICS
Moderator: Catherine Juillard, MD, MPH
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM The ACT Perspective
10:20 AM - 10:35 AM The PTS Perspective
10:35 AM - 10:50 AM The ISTAC Perspective
10:50 AM - 11:05 PM The TSSA Perspective

11:05 PM - 11:20 PM
Guidelines for Fair and Equitable Publications of Work Con-
ducted in LMICs in Collaboration with HICs
11:20 AM - 11:25 AM BREAK
SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIA: MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE PEL-
10:55 AM - 12:25 PM VIC TRAUMA
Moderator: Todd Costantini, MD
UPDATES IN THE MANAGEMENT OF SEVERE PELVIC INJURIES
TEMPORARY BONE STABILIZATION TO HELP BLEEDING CONTROL: TRICKS
AND TECHNIQUES
FIRST MOVE IN UNSTABLE PATIENTS WITH SEVERE PELVIC FRACTURES:
PACK OR SQUIRT?
REBOA FOR PELVIC FRACTURE HEMORRHAGE CONTROL
SEVERE PELVIC INJURIES IN LOW-RESOURCE ENVIRONMENTS. HOW TO
STOP THE BLEEDING AND STABILIZE THE BONE?
12:10 PM - 12:25 PM Discussion – 15 min
12:25 PM - 1:30 PM LUNCH WITH EXHIBITORS

11:25 AM - 12:40 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIB: TRAUMA GUIDELINES

Moderator: Ranson Liao, MD
GUIDELINES IN TRAUMA – ANYTHING NEW
THE PARADOX OF GUIDELINES: WHAT IS IDEAL IN ONE REGION MAY BE
INAPPROPRIATE OR IMPOSSIBLE IN ANOTHER REGION
WRITING GENERALIZABLE GUIDELINES THAT ARE INCLUSIVE OF ALL RE-
SOURCE AREAS
TOP 5 EAST PRACTICE MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES THAT SHOULD CHANGE
YOUR PRACTICE
12:25 PM - 12:40 PM Discussion – 15 min
12:40 PM - 1:30 PM LUNCH WITH EXHIBITORS

1:30 PM - 1:35 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIIA: PEDIATRIC KEYNOTE

Moderator: Chris Newton, MD
PEDIATRIC SURGICAL EMERGENCY EDUCATION AND TRAU-
1:35 PM - 2:00 PM MA SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
Keynote Speaker: Phyllis Kisa, MBCHB, MMED

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM PEDIATRIC TRAUMA TOPICS

Moderator: Michael Nance, MD
NON-ACCIDENTAL PEDIATRIC TRAUMA: THE HIDDEN DISEASE
TRANSFUSION PRACTICES IN PEDIATRIC TRAUMA RESUSCITATIONS
THE BURDEN OF PEDIATRIC FIREARM INJURIES IN THE USA AND GLOBALLY
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C-SPINE CLEARANCE IN PEDIATRIC TRAUMA PATIENTS: CONTROVERSIES

AND ANSWERS
ETHICAL DILEMMAS IN PEDIATRIC TRAUMA CARE

3:15 PM - 3:30 PM Discussion – 15 min

3:30 PM - 3:35 PM BREAK
SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIIB: DISASTER AND MASS CASUALTY
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM PREPARATION – II
Moderator: Jay Doucet, MD, MSc
CHALLENGES OF DISASTER RESPONSE IN AREAS OF CONFLICT
BUILDING A REPOSITORY OF RESOURCES FOR CONFLICT VULNERABLE
REGIONS
EDUCATION OF TRAUMA SURGEONS IN DISASTER TRAINING: WHAT DO
THEY NEED TO KNOW?
HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATION IN RESPONSE TO ACTS OF TERRORISM
AND HUMAN CONFLICTS.
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM Discussion – 15 min
2:45 PM - 2:50 PM BREAK
SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIIIA: CRITICAL PROBLEMS IN AB-
3:35 PM - 5:05 PM DOMINAL TRAUMA
Moderator: Andrew Peitzman, MD
NON-OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT OF PENETRATING ABDOMINAL TRAUMA
USE OF LAPAROSCOPY IN ABDOMINAL TRAUMA
SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF COMPLEX LIVER TRAUMA: RIGHT TECH-
NIQUE FOR THE RIGHT PATIENT
STABLE HIGH-GRADE SPLENIC INJURY WITH A BLUSH: EMBOLIZE OR OB-
SERVE
GRADE IV PANCREATIC INJURIES: DRAINAGE OR RESECTION?

4:50 PM - 5:05 PM Discussion – 15 min

5:05 PM - 5:10 PM BREAK
2:50 PM - 4:50 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIIIB: GLOBAL TRAUMA – QUICK SHOTS
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES ON TRAUMA CARE: LESSONS LEARNED FROM
AROUND THE WORLD
HOW TO CREATE A CAREER IN GLOBAL SURGERY
TRAUMA IN REMOTE LOCATIONS: HOW TO IMPROVE EDUCATION, SURGI-
CAL CARE, RESEARCH, AND EXPERTISE EXCHANGE
EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES FOR TREATING UNUSUAL TRAUMA WITH LIMITED
RESOURCES
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION IN TRAUMA IN THE WORLD
DEVELOPING THE PHILIPPINE NATIONAL TRAUMA SYSTEM
AI IN TRAUMA CARE: NOW AND THE FUTURE
DEVELOPING AN INDEX TO ASSESS SECURITY RISKS IN TRAUMA DATA

5:10 PM 6:40 PM SCIENTIFIC SESSION XIVA: TBI AND NECK TRAUMA

Moderator: Ranson Liao, MD
MANAGEMENT OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY – HAVE WE MADE ANY
PROGRESS IN THE LAST 20 YEARS?
TBI EPIDEMIOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT IN LMIC
BCVI SCREENING PROTOCOL: HOW WE DO IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEA-
LAND
MANAGEMENT OF BCVI: HOW WE DO IN THE US
APPROACH TO PENETRATING NECK TRAUMA

6:25 PM - 6:40 PM Discussion – 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ORAL PAPERS IIIA: NEUROLOGIC TRAUMA PAPERS 79 - 85

PAPER 79: IMPACT OF EARLY MICROPARTICLE RELEASE DURING ISOLATED
SEVERE TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY: CORRELATION WITH COAGULOPATHY
AND MORTALITY
PAPER 80: COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT AND PLATELET DYNAMICS IN MILD
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY: INSIGHTS FROM A NORTH INDIAN COHORT
PAPER 81: MODERATE TO SEVERE TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY OUTCOMES -
A TWENTY YEAR LONGITUDINAL COHORT ANALYSIS
PAPER 82: RETROSPECTIVE VALIDATION OF THE BRAIN INJURY GUIDE-
LINES: MANAGEMENT OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY AT A SINGLE COM-
MUNITY TRAUMA ONE HOSPITAL
PAPER 83: EPIDEMIOLOGY OF TRAUMATIC ATLANTOOCCIPITAL DISLOCA-
TION: NATIONAL REGISTRY STUDY
PAPER 84: DIFFERENTIAL IMPACT OF RACE ON TRAUMATIC INTRACERE-
BRAL HEMORRHAGE INCIDENCE AND OUTCOMES
PAPER 85: ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF THORACIC ENDOVASCULAR AOR-
TIC REPAIR ON DELAYED NEUROLOGICAL DETERIORATION IN PATIENTS
WITH BLUNT AORTIC INJURY AND TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY: A TQIP STUDY
2:30 PM - 2:40 PM BREAK

1:00 PM - 2:40 PM ORAL PAPERS IIIB: ABDOMINAL TRAUMA II PAPERS 86 - 95

Moderator: Amanda Teichman, MD
PAPER 86: BULL HORN INJURY- EMERGING PROBLEM OF URBAN INDIA: A
CASE SERIES ANALYSIS FROM A LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTRE
PAPER 87: THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EARLY ARTERIAL-PHASIC IN MULTIDE-
TECTOR CT FOR BLUNT SPLEEN INJURED PATIENTS: A CLINICAL OUT-
COMES-ORIENTED STUDY
PAPER 88: CONCEALED PERIL: INFLUENCE OF SOLID ORGAN TRAUMA ON
MESENTERIC INJURY DETECTION AND THE ROLE OF HEMODYNAMICS
PAPER 89: PROGNOSTIC FACTORS IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BLUNT AB-
DOMINAL TRAUMA. OUR EXPERIENCE IN A TERTIARY TRAUMA CENTER.
PAPER 90: A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF PENETRATING STAB ABDOMI-
NAL INJURY AND MANAGEMENT: A SINGLE INSTITUTIONAL EXPERIENCE
PAPER 91: UNDERSTANDING HOSPITAL LENGTH OF STAY IN TRAUMA LAPA-
ROTOMY PATIENTS: A NATIONAL TRAUMA DATABASE STUDY.
PAPER 92: THE UTILITY OF SEQUENTIAL HEPATECTOMY FOR HIGH-GRADE
LIVER TRAUMA: A CASE SERIES
PAPER 93: DEVELOPING VIRTUAL REALITY EDUCATION OF INTRAABDOMI-
NAL HEMORRHAGIC DAMAGE CONTROL SURGERY FOR YOUNG SUR-
GEONS AND MEDICAL STUDENTS
PAPER 94: LIVER INJURY WITH BLEEDING FROM EXTRAHEPATIC COLLAT-
ERAL VESSELS ONLY: CASE SERIES.
PAPER 95: ANGIOEMBOLIZATION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ABDOMINO-
PELVIC INJURIES: A 2-YEAR CASE SERIES AND EARLY EXPERIENCE FROM A
MAJOR TRAUMA CENTER IN THE PHILIPPINES
2:40 PM - 2:50 PM BREAK
ORAL PAPERS IVA: SYSTEMS/PEDIATRICS/BURNS PAPERS
2:40 PM - 3:50 PM 96 - 101
Moderator: Laura Haines, MD
PAPER 96: IN THE MIDST OF CHAOS: NAVIGATING PAEDIATRIC BURN AND
CHEMICAL INJURY CARE IN ARMED CONFLICT ZONES
PAPER 97: URGENCY TO BUILD PREHOSPITAL SYSTEMS IN INDIA TO IM-
PROVE MORTALITY
PAPER 98: ENHANCING CIVIL-MILITARY SYNERGY IN SURGICAL CARE:
STRENGTHENING LOCAL HEALTH SYSTEMS FOR ROBUST HUMANITARIAN
RESPONSE IN ARMED CONFLICT AND DISASTER SETTINGS
PAPER 99: CONFRONTING THE CRISIS: ADVANCING BURN INJURY TREAT-
MENT IN AUSTERE ENVIRONMENTS AMIDST GLOBAL CHALLENGES:
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PAPER 100: AUTOLOGOUS CELL HARVESTING DEVICE AND COPOLYMER-

BASED EPIDERMAL SKIN SUBSTITUTES FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF PAR-
TIAL-THICKNESS FACIAL BURNS
PAPER 101: DISPARITIES IN EMERGENCY NEUROSURGICAL ACCESS FOR
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY CARE IN THAILAND: A GEOSPATIAL PERSPEC-
TIVE
3:40 PM - 3:50 PM BREAK

2:50 PM - 4:30 PM ORAL PAPERS IVB: TRAUMA PREVENTION PAPERS 102 - 111
Moderator: Thomas Duncan, DO
PAPER 102: APPLYING THE FIVE PILLAR APPROACH TO REDUCE MOTOR-
CYCLE DELIVERY DRIVER [MDD] INJURIES: THE QATAR EXPERIENCE
PAPER 103: ACCESSIBILITY AND READABILITY OF ONLINE PATIENT EDUCA-
TION MATERIALS ON FIREARM SAFETY: A CROSS SECTIONAL ANALYSIS OF
HOSPITAL AND NATIONAL INJURY PREVENTION LITERATURE
PAPER 104: CHARACTERIZING AND COMPARING BICYCLE INJURY TRENDS:
STANDARD, MOUNTAIN, AND ELECTRIC BIKES IN THE UNITED STATES (2013-
2022)
PAPER 105: LOCALIZING GLOBAL ROAD SAFETY FRAMEWORKS: EFFICACY
OF THE ZERO FATALITY CORRIDOR MODEL IN REDUCING ROAD CRASH
MORTALITY IN INDIA
PAPER 106: PEDESTRIAN SAFETY IN QATAR AFTER A DECADE OF ACTION
FOR ROAD SAFETY: ANALYZING NATIONAL STATISTICS AND NATIONAL
TRAUMA REGISTRY DATA
PAPER 107: IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 STAY AT HOME ORDER AND HOUSE-
HOLD INCOME ON PENETRATING TRAUMATIC INJURY RATES.
PAPER 108: CHARACTERISTICS OF TRAIN-RELATED INJURIES IN JAPAN: AS-
SOCIATIONS WITH SUICIDE
PAPER 109: CHANGING PATTERNS OF TRAUMA ADMISSIONS FOLLOWING
SELF-HARM AND SUICIDE ATTEMPTS: A FIVE-YEAR ANALYSIS IN A KOREAN
REGIONAL TRAUMA CENTER
PAPER 110: COULD SEVERE SANCTIONS PREVENT DRUNK-DRIVING INJU-
RIES? A RETROSPECTIVE NATION-WIDE COHORT STUDY FROM THE NA-
TIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE RESEARCH DATABASE.
PAPER 111: BIBLIOMETRIC AND VISUAL ANALYSIS OF SEVERE TRAUMA LIT-
ERATURE IN THE PAST 20 YEARS

3:50 PM - 5:00 PM ORAL PAPERS V: QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PAPERS 112 - 121

Moderator: Marcelo Ribeiro, PhD
GETTING WITH THE GUIDELINES: GERIATRIC TRAUMA ACTIVATION
AN 11-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE STUDY OF PREVENTABLE DEATH IN A WEST-
ERN-STYLE TRAUMA CENTER IN SHENZHEN CHINA
COST-EFFECTIVENESS OF WHOLE-BODY COMPUTED TOMOGRA-
PHY (PAN-SCAN) FOR DIAGNOSTIC OF MULTIPLE TRAUMA PATIENTS IN
PHRAPOKKLAO CHANTHABURI HOSPITAL
DISLODGEMENT RATE OF PERCUTANEOUS ENDOSCOPIC GASTROSTOMY
(PEG) TUBES IN TRAUMA PATIENTS AT A LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTER
EFFECTS OF CONSECUTIVE OVERNIGHT ON-CALL SHIFTS ON TRAUMA
SURGEONS' WELL-BEING: A PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL
ANALYSIS
DOES THE AVAILABILITY OF NON-CROSS MATCHED BLOOD IN THE TRAU-
MA BAY EFFECT THE CARE OF TRAUMA PATIENTS? A RETROSPECTIVE
STUDY FROM A LEVEL-II TRAUMA CENTER
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN TRAUMA TRANSFERS FROM AN EMERGENCY
DEPARTMENT WITHOUT LEVEL-ONE TRAUMA CAPABILITIES
AUTOMATIC DETECTION OF MULTIPLE CRANIOCEREBRAL TRAUMA BASED
ON DENOISING DIFFUSION PROBABILISTIC MODEL
ASSESSMENT OF TRAUMA QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES IN ASIAN
COUNTRIES.
6:40 PM MEETING ADJOURNED FROM SKYVIEW V & VI 26TH FLOOR
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JOIN US FOR THE INAUGURAL ANNUAL DIVERSITY,

EQUITY, AND INCLUSION NETWORKING BREAKFAST
HOSTED BY THE AAST DEI COMMITTEE!
Calling all surgical trainees and faculty members! Are you
looking to connect with members of the acute care surgery
community who are interested in championing diversity,
equity, and inclusion in the field including our very own AAST
leadership?
Look no further! You’re invited to an exclusive networking
breakfast hosted by esteemed AAST members and faculty
passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive surgical
community.

PROMOTING DIVERSITY, EQUITY,

AND INTERSECTIONALITY IN
ACUTE CARE SURGERY
WHAT TO EXPECT:
• Small, round table, moderated discussions with trainees as
well as surgeons at all stages of their careers
• Guidance on DEI research in acute care surgery.
• Valuable mentorship and conversation with senior
members of the field.
• Personal and professional development advice from AAST
members and leaders.
• Breakfast provided in a welcoming and inclusive
environment.
DISCUSSION TOPICS INCLUDE:
• Mentorship
• Health Disparities and Health Equity Research
• Health Services and Outcomes Research
• Career Development/Professional Development

DATE: Thursday, September 12, 2024

TIME: 6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
LOCATION: Paris Hotel, Vendome A
8 3 RD A N N U A L M E E T I N G

202 4
Don’t miss out on this invaluable opportunity to connect,
learn, and grow in a supportive community dedicated to
advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in surgery.
RSVP now to secure your spot!
CONTACT KAITLYN SANDERS AT [email protected]
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Together, let’s build a more inclusive future for acute care
surgery. See you at the breakfast!

Las Vegas . Paris

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PARIS LAS VEGAS HOTEL & CASINO

3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: 877-796-2096

GROUP RATE:
$131 single/double per night, plus a
$29.00 per night resort fee, plus tax
(currently 13%); resort fee includes
access to the hotel’s fitness center and
guest room internet.

83 rd Annual
Meeting of
AAST and
Clinical
Congress
Acute of
Care
Surgery
SEPTEMBER 11-14, 2024

BOOKING YOUR ROOM:

A block of rooms has been reserved
at the Paris Las Vegas at the special
group rate of $131 single/double per
night, plus daily resort fee and tax.
Reservations can be made by visiting
https://book.passkey.com/go/SPAST4 or
calling 877-603-4389 and reference:
American Association for the Surgery
of Trauma (AAST) Annual Meeting.
Hotel check-in is 4:00 PM local
time. Every effort will be made to
accommodate guests arriving before
the check-in time; however, rooms
may not be immediately available.
Checkout time is 11:00am local time.
** PLEASE NOTE THAT A CREDIT CARD IS
REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING TO GUARANTEE
THE RESERVATION. THE CREDIT CARD WILL BE
IMMEDIATELY CHARGED ONE NIGHT’S ROOM
CHARGE DEPOSIT. **

RESERVATION DEADLINE:
The cut-off date to receive the special
group rate is Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
Reservations received after this date, or
once the room block fills, will be based
on space and rate availability.

CANCELLATION:
Reservation cancellations must be
received at least 48 hours prior to
the scheduled arrival date to avoid a
cancellation fee of one night’s room
and tax.
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GOVERNMENT RATED ROOMS

A limited number of Government rated rooms have been contracted at the
Paris Las Vegas. To qualify for government per diem rates, guests must present
a valid form of identification at check-in that consists of:
For U.S. Federal Government Per Diem Rates:
• Personnel badge or ID card issued to U.S. Federal Government civilian em-
ployees
• Official Government/Military Travel Orders/Proof of Official Duty Status
(some hotels may require travel orders in addition to another form of ID)
• U.S. Military ID card issued to U.S. Military Personnel on Official Travel
• Common Access Card (CAC) issued to U.S. Federal Government civilian
employees and U.S. Military Personnel on Official Travel (excludes CAC
cards issued to contractors and retired military)
• U.S. Federal Government issued Visa, MasterCard or American Express
Card (i.e. SmartPay Credit Card)
• Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) identifica-
tion card
• Native American Tribal Government ID card
• Canadian government or active-duty military issued ID or credit card

For State and Local Government Per Diem Rates:

• State or local government issued personnel badge or ID card
• Official Travel orders on original state or local government letterhead
If you can meet these requirements, reservations can be made at the following
link: https://book.passkey.com/go/SPAST4
IF YOU CANNOT PROVIDE ONE OF THESE FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION, THE HOTEL WILL PROVIDE YOU
WITH THE STANDARD GROUP RATE PER NIGHT ($131 PLUS DAILY RESORT FEE PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES AND
FEES) AT THE TIME OF CHECK-IN.
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AIRPORT:
The Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino is located approximately 2.5 miles (10
minutes) from Harry Reid International (LAS), (previously McCarran Airport);
the hotel does not have a hotel shuttle for transport, however car services and
taxis serve both the airport and the hotel.

HOTEL PARKING:
Self-parking (per day): 0-24 hours—Sunday through Saturday $20; over 24
hours, $20 each additional day
Valet Parking (per day): $40 daily fee when charged to your room

DINING:
The Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino offers a variety of restaurants, including
celebrity outlets such as The Bedford by Martha Stewart, Gordon Ramsay
Steak and Vanderpump Á Paris.
Visit https://www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/restaurants for the full list.
You’ll also find a wide variety of restaurants located within walking distance of
the hotel.

THINGS TO DO:
Paris Las Vegas Hotel and Casino offers much more than their casino; nightlife
at the hotel includes Montecristo Cigar Bar, Le Cabaret Lounge, Caesars
Sportsbook Bar & Lounge and Cherí Rooftop just to name a few! And in
addition to the hotel’s Eiffel Tower Gift Shop, enjoy browsing the shops found
inside the hotel along “Le Boulevard.”
Day trips to the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam also await you, as well as Las
Vegas Helicopter night flights!
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AIR TRANSPORTATION: CAR RENTAL

AAST has arranged special meeting Avis is designated as the official car
discounts on United Airlines. These rental company for the 2024 AAST
special discounts are available by Annual Meeting. Special meeting
booking with United directly, through rates and discounts are available on a
a travel agent, or online. wide selection of GM and other fine
cars. To receive these special rates, be
United Airlines sure to mention your Avis Worldwide
800-426-1122 Discount (AWD) number when you
7:00 am–9:00 pm CST; Monday– call. Rentals are available at Harry Reid
Friday International Airport or other locations
7:00 am–5:00 pm CST; Saturday– as desired by attendees.
Sunday
ACS Z Code: ZNSH Avis Reservations
Agreement Code: 702296 https://www.avis.com/content/dam/avis/na/
us/common/bridge/meetings/conventions.ht
Purchase your ticket online at ml?AWD=B169699&NAME=83rd+Annual+Me
united.com and receive a discount eting+of+AAST+and+Clinical+Congress+of+Ac
off the lowest applicable fares. ute+Care+Surgery&FDATE=09112024&TDATE=
When booking online, please enter 09142024&LOCATION2=&LOCATION1=Las+Ve
ZNSH702296 to receive your gas,+NV&ARCIATA=&EVENT=0&AA=0Surgery
discount. Area/Zone fares based on 800-331-1600
geographic location are also available AWD Number: B169699
with no Saturday night stay required.
For online reservations, visit avis.com,
click on “Select My Car” then enter
GROUND TRANSPORTATION the AWD number in the “Discount
Taxi and ride share (Lyft and Uber) are Code” box.
available from Harry Reid International
Airport (LAS). Prices can vary based
on surge times; depending on your
travel time, cab fares generally
average around $25.
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REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES*

Tuesday, September 10: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 11: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday, September 12: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday, September 13: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
**TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE**

Registration will be located at the Grand

Ballroom Registration Desk, located on the
Street Level.

SOLICITATION POLICY:
The AAST strictly prohibits the solicitation and
distribution of products and equipment at the AAST
Annual Meeting in educational sessions or in the
main foyer near educational sessions from 7:00
am to 5:00 pm Wednesday - Friday and 8:00 am
– 1:30 pm on Saturday. All company products and
equipment business MUST be conducted in the
exhibit hall area with official exhibitors to the AAST
Annual Meeting. Non-exhibiting company personnel
are prohibited from soliciting AAST attendees at VIDEOTAPING AT
any time during the meeting. Please report any AAST ANNUAL
unauthorized solicitation to AAST staff immediately. MEETING:
In order to ensure all
REGISTRATION CANCELLATION POLICY: attendees are able
Requests for refunds must be made in writing and to engage in full and
received on or before Friday, August 30, 2024. There candid discussions,
is a $150 processing fee for all refunds and returned video recording and/
checks. Cancellations and registration postmarked or broadcasting
after the deadline date will not be eligible for refunds. any portion of the
Please submit all written cancellation requests to American Association
Registration Services at [email protected]. for the Surgery of
Conference attendee substitution is permitted and Trauma (AAST) Annual
will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Meeting is strictly
AAST reserves the right to cancel any regularly prohibited. Recording
scheduled session prior to the start of the meeting. devices (cameras,
video recorders,
BADGE & COURSE/EVENT TICKET POLICY: sound recorders,
All AAST name badges and course/event tickets are etc.) and personal
non-transferable. communication
devices with
Badges must be worn at all times INCLUDING the recording capability
Banquet. All attendees over the age of two (2) must (cell phones, tablets,
have a badge to enter the Banquet. and computers)
Tickets MUST be presented for Wednesday pre- may not be used
sessions, Thursday Lunch Sessions and Friday during any session
Breakfast Sessions AND the Friday Banquet. If you do of the AAST Annual
not have a ticket, you will not be admitted. Meeting, provided
that photographs of
COVID-19 POLICY: presentations may be
AAST expects all attendees of the 2024 conference taken for individual
to self-monitor their day-to-day health and proceed use and posted to
accordingly. Should an attendee show signs of social media with the
COVID-19/other ailments, it is the expectation that prior permission of the
that attendee will not attend the conference. presenter.