November 2025

ORTHOPAEDICS

NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE ORTHOPAEDICS AT CSRS AND CCJR 2025

Northwestern Medicine Orthopaedics faculty are proud to participate in two leading conferences this December: Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS) and Current Concepts in Joint Replacement (CCJR). Join us as our experts share insights, research, and innovations shaping the future of spine and joint care.

CSRS 2025

Alpesh A. Patel, MD
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​Wednesday, December 3
5:12– 5:20 pm EST:
​What is the Optimal Treatment of 3 Level Cervical Radiculopathy | Avoid the Hype
​Role: Presenter
4:30– 6:30 pm EST:
​CSRS 2025 Debates: Pearls from Past-Presidents
​Role: Participant
​Thursday, December 4
8:05– 9:35 am EST:
Abstract Session 1: Myelopathy & Cost Effectiveness
​Role: Moderator
12:30– 1:30 pm EST:
​ATEC Spine Industry Lunch Workshop
Simplifying Complex Cases: A Review of Procedural Solutions Designed for Addressing Challenging Cervical Cases
Role: Industry Speaker
1:40– 3:10 pm EST:
​Abstract Session 3: Outcomes
​How Do Patient Expectations for Physical Function and Pain Improvement Vary by Age After Cervical Spine Surgery?
Role: Podium Presenter
Wellington Hsu, MD
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​Saturday, December 6
7– 8 am EST: Point Session 3: Basic Science
​Biodistribution and Biodegradation of an Osteoinductive Supramolecular Polymer Implant in a Rat Spinal Fusion Model
Role: Podium Presenter
Srikanth N. Divi, MD
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Saturday, December 6
8:05– 9:05 am EST: 2025 Research Grant Awards & Past Grant Oral Updates
​The Creation of a Digital Spine Consultant Using Large-Language Models
Role: Research Grant Presenter

CCJR 2025

Linda Suleiman, MD
Wednesday, December 10
5:00– 6:30 pm:
PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTS AND FELLOWS: NON-CME BUSINESS COURSE
​Role: Participant
​Saturday, December 13
9:45 – 10:00 am:  Debate:
Femoral Reconstruction Is Best With:
​Dr. Suleiman will advocate for Monoblock Tapered Titanium Splined Stems 
10:00 –10:15 am:  Debate:
When Performing a Revision THA For Recurrent Instability
​Role: Moderator
10:30 am –12:30 pm:  FAQ Panel
​Role: Participant

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