Fracture Fixation with Allogeneic Bone Screws - When to Use as Standalone vs. Hybrid Technique

Online, free & hosted by: Hospital Schwaz in Tyrol

September 17, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. (CET – UTC+1)

*This event is registered for 2 CME credits.

London, Dublin 7:00 p.m. (GMT – UTC+0) | Vienna, Madrid, Berlin 8:00 p.m. (CET – UTC+1) | Athens, Helsinki 9:00 p.m. (EET – UTC+2) | New York City 2:00 p.m. (EST – UTC-5) | Chicago 1:00 p.m. (CST – UTC-6) | Denver 12:00 a.m. (MST – UTC-7) | Los Angeles 11:00 a.m. (PST – UTC-8)

Session Overview

Mastering Fracture Fixation:
When to Use Standalone vs. Hybrid Technique

Faculty

Tom Fusco, DPM

Dr. Thomas Fusco is a double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon based on the Emerald Coast since 2012, known for his expertise in complex reconstructions, minimally invasive procedures, and regenerative medicine. He has lectured internationally and contributed to cutting-edge advancements in foot and ankle surgery through his research and consultancy work. In recent years, Dr. Fusco has also gained extensive experience using the Shark Screw in revision surgeries, developing a deep understanding of allografts and their powerful capabilities in bone healing and integration. He maintains a patient-centered, conservative treatment philosophy, emphasizing thoughtful decision-making and open communication. Beyond medicine, he is an active community member, dedicated to youth sports and family life.

Boris Tirala, MD

Dr. Boris Tirala, MD, is a leading orthopedic surgeon based at the hospital in Schwaz, Tyrol, with a strong focus on fracture treatment and complex bone reconstruction. For over nine years, he has been a dedicated user of allogeneic bone screws, combining them expertly with metal plate systems in both acute fracture care and revision surgeries. His deep understanding of allograft biology and biomechanics has made him a sought-after expert in the field, especially when it comes to integrating biological solutions into modern trauma care. Dr. Tirala is known for his pragmatic, outcome-driven approach and continues to contribute valuable clinical experience.

Ferdinand Füsi, MD

Ferdinand Füsi, MD, is an accomplished trauma surgeon at the University Hospital in Graz, specializing in pediatric traumatology and complex fracture care. With a strong academic and clinical background, he brings deep expertise in treating injuries in growing bones and is widely recognized for his precise and child-centered approach. Dr. Füsi is also actively involved in research and education, helping to shape the next generation of trauma care standards. As an early adopter of innovative techniques, he has played a pioneering role in introducing allogeneic bone screws in pediatric cases, offering biological fixation options tailored to the unique needs of young patients.

Assoc. Prof. Patrick Hohlweg, MD

Assoc. Prof. Patrick Hohlweg MD is a highly respected trauma and foot surgeon at the University Hospital Graz, Austria, with deep expertise in both orthopedic and trauma surgery. He is widely known for his biological approach to bone healing, integrating modern surgical techniques with innovative, tissue-preserving methods. Dr. Hohlweg’s clinical focus spans complex fractures, foot deformities, and post-traumatic reconstructions, where he consistently emphasizes long-term functional outcomes. As an advocate for biologic solutions, he has significantly contributed to the advancement of allogeneic treatment concepts in both elective and acute surgical settings.

*This event is registered for 2 CME credits.

Case Report:
Success stories with Shark Screw®

Calcaneal comminuted fracture

Case provided by Boris Tirala, MD & head of the department of orthopaedics & Traumatology Markus Reichkendler, MD.

*This webinar is registered for 2 CME credits.

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