About the Webinar

This webinar will explore the Active Apex Correction technique as an innovative surgical approach for managing children with early-onset scoliosis. Experts will discuss patient selection, surgical planning, intraoperative steps, and postoperative outcomes, with a focus on preserving spinal growth while achieving effective deformity correction. Real-world case discussions will highlight clinical decision-making, complication management, and long-term follow-up considerations. The session will also compare this technique with conventional growth-friendly scoliosis treatments to understand its advantages and limitations. Designed for orthopedic surgeons, pediatricians, and spine specialists, this webinar aims to provide practical insights for improving care in pediatric early-onset scoliosis.

Meet the Speaker

Dr. Alaa Azmi Ahmad

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Professor, Palestine Polytechnic University, Adjunct Professor, University of Toledo, New York, USA

Dr. Alaa Azmi Ahmad is a distinguished Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and Professor at Palestine Polytechnic University, with extensive experience in managing complex musculoskeletal conditions in children. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at University of Toledo, contributing to academic teaching, research, and international collaboration. With a strong clinical and academic background, Dr. Ahmad is recognized for his work in pediatric deformity correction, growth-friendly surgical techniques, and advancing orthopedic education. His cross-institutional experience between Palestine and New York reflects his global perspective on pediatric orthopedic care and innovation.