Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India

Objective 1 : To discuss and understand that pathologies in children are different from those in adults and that treatment strategies used in adults may not necessarily be extrapolated to children.

Objective 2 : To understand newer developments in the field of Paediatric Orthopaedics as they relate to congenital & developmental anomalies, trauma, infection, metabolic disorders, sports medicine, spine problems & tumours.

Objective 3 : To understand decision-making in a variety of Paediatric Orthopaedic conditions so that 'the decision is more important than the incision'.

Objective 4 : To pick up at least 3 new surgical techniques that will be useful in clinical practice.

Objective 5 : To understand the impact of advances in basic science on future paediatric orthopaedic practice.

The Maharashtra Medical Council has awarded 6 CME credit points for participating in POSICON 2019. Attendees should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the academic activity.

The material presented at POSICON 2019 has been made available by the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India (POSI) and the Children's Orthopaedic and Research Foundation (CORE) for educational purposes only. The material is not intended to represent the only, nor necessarily the best, method or procedure appropriate for the medical situations discussed, but rather is intended to present an approach, view or opinion of the faculty which may be helpful to others who face similar situations. POSI disclaims any and all liability for injury or other damages resulting to any individual attending POSICON 2019 and for all claims which may arise out of the use of the techniques demonstrated there in by such individuals, whether these claims shall be asserted by a physician or any other person.

POSI / POSICON 2019 will not be held liable for personal injuries or for loss or damage to property incurred by participants or guests at the conference, including those participating in tours and social events. Participants and guests are encouraged to take out insurance to cover losses incurred in the event of cancellation, medical expenses or damage to or loss of personal effects when traveling within or outside their own country.

POSI / POSICON 2019 cannot be held liable for any hindrance or disruption of the conference arising from natural, political, social or economic events or other unforeseen incidents beyond its control.

Registration of a participant implies acceptance of this condition.

Smoking is not permitted anywhere in the conference venue except at designated smoking areas

Still cameras & video cameras are not permitted during the scientific sessions. No reproduction of any kind including photos, audio, videos is permitted during the conference. POSI reserves its rights to such material and commercial reproduction is specifically prohibited.

A 'Speaker Ready Area' / Preview Room will be available at the conference venue .

Timings: Wednesday, 2^nd January (3.00 pm - 6.00 pm) | Thursday, 3^rd January (7.00 am - 6.00 pm) | Friday, 4^th January (7.00 am - 4.00 pm) Saturday, 5^th January (7.00 am - 4.00 pm) | Sunday, 6^th January (7.00 am - 12.00 noon)

- Central Computer System
- Presentation Screen
- Mouse Pointer
- Microphones
POSICON 2019 requires all electronic presentations to be made using the central computer system. No personal laptops will be allowed.

E-Poster stands, which consist of a mouse and a 42” plasma screen, will be placed in a designated poster area. The e-Posters will be loaded into each computer with a directory / menu of all posters available.

Venue : Lotus Hall

POSICON 2019 requires all video presentations to be uploaded at the conference venue on Thursday, 3^rd January between 07:00 hours - 10:00 hours.

Venue: Lotus Hall