RibFest 2026 - Symposium on the Surgical Stabilization of Traumatic Rib and Sternal Fractures

Saturday, August 1, 2026, 7:15 AM - 4:15 PM, Center for Clinical Research Science Lab, Palo Alto, CA

RibFest 2026 will provide comprehensive education on the indications and techniques for surgical stabilization of rib and sternal fractures (SSRF), along with adjunctive pain-management strategies. Through a combination of focused lectures, case-based discussions, and supervised hands-on cadaver training, learners will gain exposure to both open and intrathoracic plating techniques as well as intercostal nerve cryoablation and local anesthetic approaches. Lecture topics will cover: (a) indications for SSRF; (b) open surgical approaches; (c) intrathoracic SSRF techniques; (d) pain-control adjuncts; and (e) management of postoperative complications. Cadaver sessions will offer practical experience with open and intrathoracic approaches, SSRF instrumentation, and multiple plating platforms. By the end of the course, participants will be able to describe appropriate indications for SSRF, demonstrate SSRF techniques on cadaver models, and discuss strategies for managing potential complications.

Physicians: $750 
Residents:  $150 
**Course is limited to 8 physicians and 8 Residents**

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (6.50 hours), Non-Physician Participation Credit (6.50 hours)

1. Describe indications for surgical stabilization of traumatic rib and sternal fractures
2. Demonstrate how to safely stabilize rib and sternal fractures using open and intrathoracic techniques
3. Perform pain control adjuncts
4. List potential complications after surgical stabilization of rib fractures and how to manage them

In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Credit Designation 
American Medical Association (AMA) 
Stanford Medicine designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 6.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received in writing no less than 20 days before the course will be refunded, less a 20% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

Stanford University School of Medicine reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

Accessibility Statement
 Stanford University School of Medicine is committed to ensuring that its programs, services, goods and facilities are accessible to individuals with disabilities as specified under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008.  If you have needs that require special accommodations, including dietary concerns, please contact the CME Conference Coordinator.

Cultural and Linguistic Competency
The planners and speakers of this CME activity have been encouraged to address cultural issues relevant to their topic area for the purpose of complying with California Assembly Bill 1195. Moreover, the Stanford University School of Medicine Multicultural Health Portal contains many useful cultural and linguistic competency tools including culture guides, language access information and pertinent state and federal laws.  You are encouraged to visit the Multicultural Health Portal: https://laneguides.stanford.edu/multicultural-health

For activity related questions, please contact
     Name: Sonia Vittori
     Title:Education Events Specialist
     Email: [email protected]

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Conference Location
Center for Clinical Sciences Research (CCSR)

Division of Clinical Anatomy, CCSR Building, Room 0125
269 Campus Dr. 
Stanford, CA
Phone: 650-725-6624

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Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Stanford Medicine adheres to the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

There are no relevant financial relationships with ACCME-defined ineligible companies for anyone who was in control of the content of this activity. All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.

Saturday, August 1, 2026