The fellows visit Bristol and Bath: The fellows participated in a second exciting day of academic exchange with the faculty at Bristol. The session was moderated by John Hardy. The faculty presented some interesting basic research papers in areas of fracture healing, meniscal repair, and periprosthetic osteolysis. Four of the fellows presented papers: Regis discussed research from his laboratory on periprosthetic osteolysis; Guy presented his results on biomechanical studies examining the fixation strength following the pinning of pediatric elbow fractures; Larry described the classification and management of scoliosis and the use of anterior surgical approaches; and Kurt showed results of his research regarding injuries associated with ACL injury. The fellows were the guests of Mr. Alistair Ross in Bath. Alistair presented a stirring account of the history of Bath and following lunch, the fellows went to Bath for a tour of the ancient Roman Bath's and and Bath Abbey, constructed in 1499. Altogether, three of the fellows fell asleep during the 45 minute drive and had to be awoken on arrival to Bath, but a remarkable day was in store. The fellows had a outstanding tour of ancient Bath and learned a great deal about the history and culture of Roman Bath. A superb dinner was shared that evening with Alistair and other members of the faculty at Priory Hotel. The fellows returned later in the evening to the Berkeley Square Hotel.

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