2) FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES
The COA's travelling fellowships have been described as 'the experience of a lifetime' by many former fellows.  If you're interested in applying for either the Canadian-French-Belgian-Swiss (CFBS) fellowship or the Austrian-Swiss-German (ASG Fellowship), visit www.coa-aco.org and select the Medical Education menu option, then select Travelling Fellowships to obtain the history, eligibility criteria and application forms for these two opportunities.  The deadline to apply for the CFBS fellowship is November 1, 2009.  The deadline to apply for the ASG Fellowship is December 1, 2009. 

3) WE BID FAREWELL TO DR. DAVID P. PETRIE
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Dr. David P. Petrie of Halifax, Nova Scotia.  He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on August 15, 2009.  Dr. Petrie served as President of the COA from 1998-1999.  He will be sorely missed.  Details regarding donations and condolences can be found by clicking here.

4) IN THE NEXT EDITION OF THE COA BULLETIN...
The upcoming Fall edition of the COA Bulletin (published this October) will include an extension of the War Injuries symposium that was featured at the recent Annual Meeting in Whistler.  Symposium speakers Dr. Rob Stieglemar, Mst. Cpr. Paul Franklin and Dr. Jacqueline Hebert will contribute articles to the feature as well as Major Sean Comstock and Dr. Michael McKee.  The Fall edition will also include a point/counterpoint debate on knee dislocations by Drs. Paul Martineau (Montreal, QC) and Bruce Levy (Rochester, MN), a review of the Whistler Annual Meeting, an update on the Canadian Joint Replacement Registry plus our regular columns and features.  Keep your eyes on your mailboxes in October...

5) 2009 COA BASIC SCIENCE COURSE
This year's Basic Science Course will be held from October 24-30 at the Delta Hotel and Winnipeg Convention Centre.  The event is hosted by the Section of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Manitoba and a limited number of openings will be available.

Designed for the 3^rd/4^th year resident, the course provides an approach to understanding musculoskeletal problems that is based on clinical, radiological, pathological correlation.  A Canadian standard, this basic science course is designed to provide the participant with an outline of normal growth and development, the pathophysiology of the categories of disease, and related treatment principles. Other core lectures include: radiographic interpretation, biomechanics, cell biology, thrombophlebitis, pharmacology of NSAIDs, nerve injury, and soft tissue healing. Lectures, hands-on pathology laboratory sessions, and clinical case examples provide a comprehensive learning experience. The material should allow one to develop lasting conceptual models for the musculoskeletal system. 

Take home materials on CD include lecture handouts, a series of clinical cases, and an atlas of musculoskeletal pathology.  Complete course information is available at: http://www.coabasicscience.org/about/ or by contacting Debbie Morris: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

6) JBJS (Br) INTRODUCES THE FRANK HORAN ESSAY PRIZE - NOW OPEN!
Frank Horan, Editor Emeritus, has worked for the Journal for more than 30 years during which time we estimate that he has edited more than 2,000 papers.  To mark this vast contribution and experience, The Frank Horan essay prize has been established in his honour.  The prize will be open to all orthopaedic residents worldwide and will be awarded annually. The submissions can be on any aspect of clinical orthopaedics and should be limited to: 3,000 words, 30 references, 5 figures. Particular favour will of course be given to masterful and appealing submissions.  The competition is now open and will close on December 31, 2009.  We encourage all resident members of the COA to submit their entries.  Please send your entry to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or obtain further information at: www.jbjs.org.uk/misc/FHessay.dtl