This course will cover topics related to spinal surgery using a combination of lectures alongside wet and dry lab practice respresenting over 50% of the time.  The clinical presenation and diagnostic procedures for thoracolumbar disc disease, lumbo-sacral stenosis and certical disc disease will be reviewed.  Case selection for surgery and surgical planning will be discussed prior to the practical sessions.  Tailored supervision will be provided during the practical sessions and case discussion encouraged.