PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Date of Birth: April 9, 1960
Place of Birth: Novosibirsk, Russia
Marital Status: Married, three children

CURRENT POSITION:

Director, Division of Clinical Implementation & Data Management,
Center for Excellence in Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction,
Seay Center for Musculoskeletal Research at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

• Medical School - Novosibirsk Medical Institute (Russia), 1977-1983 Degree: Medical Doctor
• Clinical Clerkship - Novosibirsk Medical Institute (Russia), 1982-1983 Qualification: General Surgery, Traumatology, & Orthopedics
• Internship & Residency - Kurgan Scientific Center "Restorative Traumatology & Orthopedics" (Russia), 1983-1985 Type: Orthopedic Surgery

STAFF POSITIONS:

August 1983 - November 1987: Orthopaedic Surgeon of the Department of Hip Pathology at Kurgan Scientific Center "Restorative Traumatology & Orthopedics" (Kurgan, Russia)

November 1987 - March 1991: Head of the Department of Hip Pathology at Kurgan Scientific Center "Restorative Traumatology & Orthopedics" (Kurgan, Russia)

March 1991 - June 1995: Staff Scientist of the Laboratory of Limb Length Equalization at Kurgan Scientific Center "Restorative Traumatology & Orthopedics" (Kurgan, Russia)

June 1995 - January 1996: Visiting Professor of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Department of Pediatric Orthopedics at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (Dallas, Texas)

January 1996 - November 2000: Research Scientist, Department of Orthopedic Research at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (Dallas, Texas)

November 2000 - to Present: Division of Clinical Implementation & Data Management, Seay Center for Musculoskeletal Research at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (Dallas, Texas)

 

CURRENT APPOINTMENTS

• Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX
• Faculty: Brookhaven Community College (Dallas, Texas)
   

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

• Kurgan Society of Orthopedists and Traumatologists
• Russian Association for General and Trauma Surgeons
• Kurgan Inventors Society
• A.S.A.M.I. North America - The Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society
• SIROT - International Society of Orthopedic Research

RESEARCH AREA OF INTEREST:

• Ilizarov Limb Lengthening, Deformity Correction, & Bone Transport
• External Fixation & Complications
• Computer Assisted Preoperative Planning and Postoperative Monitoring
• Medical Databases & Data Management
• Distraction Osteogenesis & Histiogenesis

RESEARCH GRANTS:

• Ilizarov Proximal Femoral Reconstruction and Lengthening in Treatment of Patients with Hip Osteoarthritis (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1984-1986
• Hip Osteoarthritis as a Degenerative-Dystrophic Disease (Etiology, Pathogenesis and Treatment). (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1987-1988
• Operative Treatment of Hip Osteoarthritis by the Ilizarov Method (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1988-1990
• Multisegmental Limb Lengthening with Ilizarov Technique (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1991 - 1994
• Correction of Post-Rickets Deformities of Lower Limbs in Children with Ilizarov Technique  (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1991 - 1994
• Computerized Medical Record System for Orthopaedic Patients (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1991-1995
• Forecast of the Ilizarov Treatment Using Computer Interactive Databases  (VKNZ "VTO", Kurgan, Russia), 1991 - 1995
• Ilizarov Studies: Double Level Lengthening (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1995 - 1998
• Evaluation of the Osteoconductive/Inductive Properties of Demineralized Bone Products in Goat Tibial Metaphyseal Defects (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1995 -1996
• Non-Invasive Technique to Determine Bone Consolidation During Limb Lengthening (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1996 - 2000
• Interactive Distraction Osteogenesis Research Database (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1996 - To present
• Interactive Ilizarov Patient Database (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1996 - To Present
• Interactive Spinal Database (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1996 - 1999
• Surgical Stimulation of Osteogenesis in Distraction Regenerate (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1997 - To Present
• Repair of Nerve Defects by Gradual Distraction via External Fixation (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1997 - 1998
• Adaptation of Skeletal Muscle to Gradual Distraction (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1997 - 1998
• Windows Platform Upgrade of Leg-Perfect Pre-Operative Planning Program (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1997 - To Present
• Distraction Histogenesis: Muscle Defect Reconstruction Using Gradual Traction, (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1998 - To Present
• Distraction Histogenesis: Histomorphological Changes of Skeletal Muscles During Limb Lengthening (TSRHC Research Fund Intramural Grant), 1998 - To Present
• Adaptation of Skeletal Muscle to Distraction: Sarcomere Number and Length Changes during 20% Limb Lengthening, 2000 -To Present

PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS:

Lectures & Seminars

• Some Possibilities of Ilizarov Technique of Transosseous Osteosynthesis in Treatment of Orthopaedic Patients. Presented at University of New Orleans. New Orleans, LA, September, 1987
• Some Possibilities and Peculiarities of the Ilizarov Method for Lengthening of Upper & Lower Limb Segments. Presented at the Peachtree Orthopedic Group Meeting, Piedmont Hospital, Atlanta, GA,  October 1987
• Ilizarov External Fixator. Presented at the Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Atlanta, GA, November 1987
• Lecture Series "Operative Treatment of Hip Orthopedic Pathology by the Ilizarov Technique." Presented at the Department of Continuing Education VKNC "VTO", Kurgan, Russia, 1988-1990
• Main principles and upgrades of the Ilizarov technique Presented at the Annual Meeting of Orthopaedic & Trauma Surgeons of Karachi, December 1993, Karachi, Pakistan.
• Distraction Osteogenesis. Presented at Center for Craniofacial Research & Diagnosis, Baylor College of Dentistry. Dallas, Texas, March 5, 1997
• Biologic Principles of Distraction Osteogenesis. Presented at 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 20-23, 1997
• Online Clinical Database as an Educational Tool for Maxillofacial Surgery. Presented at 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 21, 1997
• The Internet, World Wide Web & You: Partners in Practice. Presented at the 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 21, 1997
• Ilizarov Deformity Correction with Computer Assisted Preoperative Planning and True/Lok External Fixator. Presented at the First ASAMI International Meeting. New Orleans, LA, March 15, 1998
• Ilizarov Deformity Correction with Computer Assisted Preoperative Planning and True/Lok External Fixator. Presented at the Encore Orthopedics External Fixation Course. New Orleans, LA, March 18, 1998
• How to Put the Internet Work for You. Presented at 19th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. Cleveland, Ohio, April 30 - May 3, 1998
• Distraction Osteogenesis & Histogenesis: Widening & Lengthening the Mandible. 19th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Cleveland, Ohio, April 30 - May 3, 1998
• Distraction Osteogenesis: Past, Present, Future. Presented at 98th Annual Session of American Association of Orthodontists. Dallas, Texas, May 16-19, 1998
• Distraction Osteogenesis: Origins & Evolution. Presented at Intraoral Tooth Borne Osteodistraction Seminars. Dallas, Texas, May 21, 1998
• Distraction Osteogenesis: Past, Present, & Future. Presented at the Zelensky Dental Study Group. Chicago, Illinois, September 9, 1998
• Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis: Cutting the Learning Curve with Experts Worldwide. Presented at Second International Congress on Cranial & Facial Bone Distraction Processes. Paris, France, June 17-19, 1999
• Potential Complications Associated with Distraction Osteogenesis and Methods of Their Prevention and Treatment. Presented at First Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course & Workshop. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, October 31 - November 1, 1998
• Potential Complications Associated with Distraction Osteogenesis: Cutting the Learning Curve. Presented at Second Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course, Workshop, & Symposium. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, November 5-6, 1999
• Effective Presentation Techniques: Using MS PowerPoint. Instructional seminars at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, August - September 2000
• Potential Mistakes & Complications During Distraction Osteogenesis. Presented at Third Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course, Workshop, & Symposium. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, November 10-12, 2000
• Circular External Fixation: "The Nits & Bolts of the Ilizarov" Presented at 6th annual Pre-Brendon Carrell Pediatric Orthopaedic Symposium for Nursing and Allied Health Professionals. TSRH, Dallas, TX, May 20, 2004

Programs & Symposiums Organized

• Intraoral Distraction Osteogenesis: Current Techniques & Future Directions. First Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course & Workshop. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, October 31 - November 1, 1998
• Intraoral Distraction Osteogenesis: Current Techniques & Future Directions. Second Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course, Workshop, & Symposium. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, November 5-6, 1999
• Craniofasial Distraction Osteogenesis: Current Techniques & Future Directions. Third Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course, Workshop, & Symposium. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, November 10-12, 2000
• Intraoral Distraction Osteogenesis: Current Techniques & Future Directions. Fourth Annual Distraction Osteogenesis Course, Workshop, & Symposium. Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX, November 9-11, 2001

PATENTS

1. Computer Program (Database): Information & Searching System ŤOsteosynthesisť. Cherkashin A.M. RU 950,044. February 14, 1995
2. Osteotom. Kurtov V.M., Cherkashin A.M. RU 1,964,612 July 04, 1994
3. Device and technique for the soft tissue protection in external fixation surgery. Cherkashin A.M. RU 2,093,097. August 09, 1994
4. Corticotom.Cherkashin A.M. RU 95,105,908/20 April 14, 1995
   

CERTIFIED INVENTIONS

1. Surgical Approach for the Ilizarov Proximal Femur Reconstruction. No 20/30.05.89, Kurgan, Russia
2. Device for Determination of Level of Femur Osteotomy. No 18/30.05.89, Kurgan, Russia
3. Device for Creation of Best Skin Position for the Ilizarov Femoral Reconstruction. No 19/30.05.89, Kurgan, Russia
4. Device for Determination of the Femoral Torsion Angle in Patients with Hip Pathology. No 24/03.07.89, Kurgan, Russia
5. Femur Osteotomy Technique Certificate # 11/03.06.94, Kurgan, Russia
6. Device for Corticotomy. Certificate # 20/05.06.94, Kurgan, Russia
7. Bolt for Wire Fixation. Certificate # 89/21.11.94, Kurgan, Russia
8. Improved Computer-Assisted Training Process. Certificate # 88/21.11/94, Kurgan, Russia

BIBLIOGRAPHY:

Books and Manuals

1. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.): Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999 (RM 2333)
2. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.): Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001 (RM 3486)
   

Book Chapters

1. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Cope JB: Distraction Osteogenesis: Origins and Evolution. In: McNamara JA, Jr., Trotman CA (eds.). Advances in Craniofacial Orthopedics: Distraction Osteogenesis & Tissue Engineering. Volume 35, Craniofacial Growth Series. Ann Arbor: Center for Human Growth and Development, University of Michigan; 1998:1-35 (RM 1792)
2. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Cope JB: Distraction Osteogenesis: History and Biologic Basis of New Bone Formation. In: Lynch SE, Genco RJ, Marx RE (eds.). Tissue Engineering: Applications in Maxillofacial Surgery and Periodontics. Carol Stream, Illinois: Quintessence Publishing Co, Inc.; 1998:131-146 (RM 1754)
3. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM: Origins and Evolution. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999:7-33
4. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM: Devices and Techniques. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999:34-76
5. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: Biological Foundation. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999:77-99
6. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: Biomechanics. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999:100-131
7. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM: Future Directions. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Distraction Osteogenesis Interactive Course on CD-ROM. Vol. 1, Dallas, Texas: Global MedNet, Inc., 1999:546-569
8. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: Introduction to Distraction Osteogenesis. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:xxvii-xxxvi
9. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM: Historical Development and Evolution of Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:3-18
10. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: Biologic Basis of New Bone Formation Under the Influence of Tension Stress. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:21-36
11. Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Cope JB: The Effect of Gradual Traction on Peripheral Nerves. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:89-101
12. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: The Biomechanical Effects of Distraction Device Orientation During Mandibular Lengthening. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:131-146
13. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM: Basic Principles of Bone Transport. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:349-357
14. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML: Potential Mistakes and Complications During Distraction Osteogenesis. In: Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM (eds.). Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis. St. Louis: Mosby, 2001:583-594
15. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, El-Salanty M, Cherkashin ML, Birch JG. Muscle Adaptation to Gradual Distraction. In: Arnaud E, Diner PA (eds). 4th International Congress of Craniofacial and Maxillofacial Distraction, Paris, France, July 2-5, 2003. Bologna, Italy: Monduzzi Editore SpA, 2003:15-20

Journal Articles

1. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Karaseva TY, Pugachev AM. Systematization of Mistakes and Complications After Ilizarov Pelvic Support Femoral Reconstruction as a First Stage of Development of Computerized Patient Chart. In: Medical-Biological and Medical-Engineering Problems in Ilizarov Transosseous Osteosynthesis. Collection of Scientific Works VKNC VTO. Kurgan, Russia, 14:209-221, 1989
2. Cherkashin AM, Vasiliev VN, Zafar-Rech A. First Experience With Polio Patients Treatment Using The Ilizarov Technique in Dr.Ziauddin Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. Orthopaedic Genius Vol.2, Karachi, December 1993, p.31.  
3. Bell WH, Harper RP, Gonzales M, Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML. Distraction Osteogenesis to Widen the Mandible. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 35:11-19, 1997
4. Harper RP, Bell WH, Hinton RJ, Browne R, Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML. Reactive Changes in the Temporomandibular Joint After Mandibular Midline Osteodistraction. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg 35:20-25, 1997
5. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM. Craniofacial Distraction Osteogenesis: A Historical Perspective and Future Directions. Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop 115(4):448-460, 1999
6. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Makarov MR, Birch JG, Shoemaker S, Welch RD. Muscle Adaptation During Single and Double Level Tibial Lengthening. In: Stein H, Suk SI, Leung PC, Thorngren KG, Akeson W (eds). SIROT 99. Papers Presented at the Meeting of the International Research Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Sydney, Australia, April 16-19, 1999. Freund Publishing House Ltd: Tel Aviv, Israel, 460-465, 1999
7. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Wolford LM, Pedro F. Biomechanics of Mandibular Distractor Orientation: An animal model analysis. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 57:952-962, 1999
8. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM. Biomechanics of Mandibular Lengthening by Gradual Distraction: Sagittal Plane Considerations. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 57(10):1214-1221, 1999
9. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Makarov MR, Birch JG, Shoemaker S, Welch RD. Muscle Adaptation During Single and Double Level Tibial Lengthening. In: Stein H, Suk SI, Leung PC, Thorngren KG, Akeson W (eds). SIROT 99. Papers Presented at the Meeting of the International Research Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Sydney, Australia, April 16-19, 1999. Freund Publishing House Ltd: Tel Aviv, Israel, 460-465, 1999
10. Lindsey CA, Makarov MR, Shoemaker S, Birch JG, Buschang PH, Cherkashin AM, Welch RD, Samchukov ML. Effect of the Amount of Gradual Limb Lengthening on Skeletal Muscle Adaptation. Clin Orthop, 402:278-287, 2002
     

Abstracts:

1. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM. Surgical Complications in the Treatment of Patients with Hip Osteoarthritis and Measures for their Prevention and Therapy. Fifth Regional Medical-Biological Conference of Young Scientists and Professionals. Kurgan, Russia, 44-47, 1989
2. Cherkashin AM. Infection and Allergic Complications in Surgical Treatment after Ilizarov Patients with Hip Diseases. The XXIV Scientific Conference of Physicians of the Kurgan Region. Kurgan, Russia, 1992, p. 84-85
3. Shevtsov VI, Cherkashin AM, Sklyar LV, Borodaikevich RD. Forecast of Treatment Outcomes with External Fixators. International Scientific Conference "Ilizarov Method - Achievements and Prospective". Kurgan, Russia, 1993, p.15-17
4. Shreiner AA, Borodaikevich RD, Cherkashin AM Some Biomechanical Attitude for Correction Angular Deformities of Long Bone Diaphysis. International Scientific Conference "Ilizarov Method - Achievements and Prospective" Kurgan, Russia, 1993, p.182-184
5. Sklyar LV, Nemkov NA, Cherkashin AM Preoperative Planing Correction in Multiplanar and Polisegmental Deformities of Lower Limbs with Computer Usage. International Scientific Conference "Ilizarov Method - Achievements and Prospective" Kurgan, Russia, 1993, p. 172-174
6. Sklyar LV, Murzikov NM, Borodaikevich RD, Cherkashin AM Treatment of Lower Limbs Deformities in Children with Osteomyelitis Consequences with Ilizarov Technique Usage. Orthopaedic Conference in Tashkent, Uzbekiston, July 1993, p.17-19 
7. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Ilizarov Interactive Database: A Systematized Approach. 6th ASAMI North America Annual Meeting, Paper 47, Atlanta, GA, February 21, 1996
8. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Interactive Ilizarov Database: An Electronic Patient Record for Orthopaedics. 12th International Symposium on the Creation of Electronic Health Record System and Global Conference on Patient Cards " Toward An Electronic Patient Record '96", VII, pp 293-295, San Diego, CA, May 11-18, 1996
9. Harper RP, Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML. Online Clinical Database as an Educational Tool for Maxillofacial Surgery. In: Mednet 96. First European Congress of the Internet in Medicine. Brighton, UK, October 14-17, paper #ME16, p 67, 1996
10. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Ilizarov Interactive Database and Complications Prevention. Anniversary International Scientific-Practical Conference "Prospective Trends of Transosseous Osteosynthesis in Reconstructive and Restorative Surgery: Theory and Practice" and Symposium "Regeneration and Growth of Tissues, Using Graduated Distraction", Kurgan, Russia, October 8-10, 1996, Genius Orthop 2-3:80, 1996
11. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. TSRH Ilizarov Database as a Tool for Complications and Outcomes Analysis. International Congress on Advances in the Ilizarov Method, Houston, TX, November 7-9, 1996
12. Samchukov ML, Bell WH, Harper RP, Gonzales M., Cherkashin AM. Distraction Osteogenesis of the Alveolar Bone in Mandibular Widening. Seventh ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. San Francisco, CA, February 12, Paper #4, 1997
13. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM, Harper RP, Diekwisch TGH. Tissue Maturation During Distraction Osteogenesis in Bones of Different Embryonic Origins. First International Congress on Cranial and Facial Bone Distraction Processes. Paris, France, June 20-21, Paper #4, 1997
14. Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Lin H, Cherkashin AM. Ilizarov Deformity Correction Using LegPerfect Preoperative Planning System. First ASAMI International Meeting, Paper 47, New Orleans, LA, March 15-17, 1998 (RM 2040)
15. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Lin H, Birch JG. Preoperative planning of Ilizarov Deformity Correction and the Internet. First ASAMI International Meeting, Poster 21, New Orleans, LA, March 15-17, 1998 (RM 2043)
16. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM. Biomechanics of Mandibular Device Orientation: Clinical Validation of a Theoretical Distraction Model. AAOMS 80th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions. J Oral Maxillofac Surg 56(8, Suppl 4): 47-48, 1998
17. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Low Speed High Torque Reciprocating Saw Osteotomy for Ilizarov Limb Lengthening: An Experimental Study. Ninth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Dana Point, CA, February 2-3, Paper #18, 1999
18. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG, Makarov MR, Shoemaker SD. Distribution and Mechanism of Muscle Length Increase during Gradual Limb Lengthening. Ninth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Dana Point, CA, February 2-3, Paper #25, 1999
19. Shoemaker SD, Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG. The Effect of Limb Lengthening on Different Muscle Groups. Ninth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Dana Point, CA, February 2-3, Paper #26, 1999
20. Makarov MR, Ezaki M, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Welch RD. Repair of Nerve Defects by Gradual Distraction: A Pilot Animal Study. Ninth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Dana Point, CA, February 2-3, Poster #8, 1999
21. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Makarov MR, Birch JG, Shoemaker S, Welch RD. Muscle Adaptation during Single and Double Level Lengthening. SIROT 99 Sydney. Final Program and Abstract Book. Societe International de Recherche Orthoedique et de Traumatologie (SIROT). 8th World Triennial Congress. Sydney, Australia, April 16-19, 1999
22. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM. Comparative Analysis of Bone Formation during Osteodistraction in Bones of Different Embryonic Origins. SIROT 99 Sydney. Final Program and Abstract Book. Societe International de Recherche Orthoedique et de Traumatologie (SIROT). 8th World Triennial Congress. Sydney, Australia, April 16-19, 1999
23. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Lin H. Remote Preoperative Planning for Ilizarov Deformity Correction. 8th Societe International de Recherche Orthoedique et de Traumatologie (SIROT) World Triennial Congress, Sydney, Australia, April 16-19, 1999
24. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Wolford LM, Franco PF. Biomechanical Effects of Device Orientation during Osteodistraction on Beagle Mandibles. 56th American Cleft Palate - Craniofacial Association Annual Meeting & Post-Conference Symposium Program. Scottsdale, Arizona, April 13-18, p 58, Paper #45, 1999
25. Cope J, Samchukov M, Cherkashin A, Wolford L, Franco P. Biomechanical of Device Orientation During Bilateral Lengthening on Beagle Mandibles via Osteodistraction. Second International Congress on Cranial and Facial Bone Distraction Processes. Paris, France, June 17-19, Paper 002, 1999
26. Samchukov M, Cope J, Cherkashin A. Biomechanical Considerations of Mandibular Lengthening by Osteodistraction: Correction in the Sagittal Plane. Second International Congress on Cranial and Facial Bone Distraction Processes. Paris, France, June 17-19, Paper 003, 1999
27. Cope JB, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Wolford LM, Franco PF. Biomechanics of Mandibular Distractor Orientation in a Dog Model. American Association of Dental Research 1999 Annual Meeting. J Dent Res, 77, 1999
28. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Shoemaker SD, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG, Jordan K. Quantitative Analysis of Sarcomere Number and Length During Limb Lengthening: A Preliminary Report. Tenth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Lake Buena Vista, FL, March 13-14, Paper #8, 2000
29. Birch JG, Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Shoemaker SD, Cherkashin AM. Adaptation of Different Muscle Groups to 30% Limb Lengthening. Tenth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Lake Buena Vista, FL, March 13-14, Paper #5, 2000
30. Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Welch RD, Cherkashin AM. Effect of Single and Double Level Limb Lengthening on Peripheral Nerve Function. Tenth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Lake Buena Vista, FL, March 13-14, Paper #6, 2000
31. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Welch RD, Birch JG. Distribution of Muscle Length Increase During 30% Limb Lengthening. Tenth ASAMI North America Annual Meeting. Lake Buena Vista, FL, March 13-14, Poster #6, 2000
32. Samchukov ML, Cope JB, Cherkashin AM. Historical Development and Basic Principles of Distraction Osteogenesis. 100th American Association of Orthodontists Annual Session. Chicago, IL, April 28 - May 3, 2000
33. Zhang H, Liu H, Su D, Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Makarov MR, Birch JG, Welch RD. Cell Proliferation and Histomorphology of Distraction Osteogenesis During 20% Monofocal and Bifocal Lengthening. SIROT/CSOS 2000 Meeting. Shanghai-Beijing, China, May 5-10, Paper #49, 2000
34. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Shoemaker SD, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG. Sarcomere Number and Length Changes During 20% Limb Lengthening. SIROT/CSOS 2000 Meeting. Shanghai-Beijing, China, May 5-10, Paper #87, 2000
35. Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Cherkashin AM. Effect of Distraction on Peripheral Nerve Function During Single and Double Level Tibial Lengthening. SIROT/CSOS 2000 Meeting. Shanghai-Beijing, China, May 5-10, Paper #88, 2000
36. Zhang H, Liu H, Su D, Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG, Welch RD. Cell Proliferation and Histomorphology of Distraction Osteogenesis during Monofocal and Bifocal Lengthening. Forty-Sixth Orthopaedic Research Society Annual Meeting. Poster 0725, Orlando, FL, May 12-15, 2000
37. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Shoemaker S, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG, Lindsey C. The Effect of the Amount of Lengthening on Skeletal Muscle Sarcomere Number and Length. Eleventh ASAMI NA Annual Meeting. Berkeley, CA, February 26-27, Paper #19, 2001
38. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Radiographic Dynamics of Distraction Regenerate Mineralization. Eleventh ASAMI NA Annual Meeting. Berkeley, CA, February 26-27, Paper #29, 2001 (RM 3526)
39. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Dynamics of Distraction Regenerate Mineralization: Preliminary Radiographic Study. Second International Meeting of the ASAMI, Poster 68, pp 122-123. Rome, Italy, May 24-26, 2001
40. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG. Mechanism of Skeletal Muscle Adaptation to Gradually Increasing Length. ASAMI-International 2001. Second International Meeting of the ASAMI, pp 73-74. Rome, Italy, May 24-26, 2001
41. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML. Classification of Potential Mistakes and Complications During Distraction Osteogenesis. Third International Congress of Craniofacial and Maxillofacial Distraction "Distraction Odyssey 2001", Paper IX-133, p 64, Paris, France, June 14-16, 2001
42. Cherkashin AM, Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Birch JG. Effect of Limb Lengthening on Force-Generating Ability of Skeletal Muscle. Twelfth Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper #40, Irving, TX, June 10-11, 2002
43. Makarov MR, Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Morales P, Cherkashin AM. Muscle Versus Fiber Length Changes in Various Muscle Groups After Limb Lengthening. Twelfth Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper #41, Irving, TX, June 10-11, 2002
44. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG. Distribution of Muscle Length Increase During Gradual Limb Lengthening. Twelfth Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper #42, Irving, TX, June 10-11, 2002
45. Bronson DG, Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Cherkashin AM, Lin H. Estimation of Bone Segment Stabilization Through an Interactive Software Program. Twelfth Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Poster #2, Irving, TX, June 10-11, 2002
46. Garcia-Morales P, Makarov MR, Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML. Effect of Muscle Architecture on Response to Gradual Lengthening. J Oral Maxillofac Surg, 60 (8, Suppl 1):28, 2002
47. Samchukov ML, Birch JG, Cherkashin AM, Rathjen K. Oblique Wire Ilizarov Bone Transport in Treatment of Segmental Tibial Defects. Twelfth SICOT/SIROT World Congress, Paper #313-D, Abstract Book, p 245, San Diego, CA, August 23-30, 2002
48. Cherkashin AM, Lin H, Birch JG, Samchukov ML. Preventing Axial Deviation Complications During Deformity Correction Using LegPerfect Planning System. Twelfth SICOT/SIROT World Congress, Paper #313-C, Abstract Book, p 244, San Diego, CA, August 23-30, 2002
49. Samchukov ML, Makarov MR, Cherkashin AM, Birch JG. Adaptation of Skeletal Muscles to Limb Lengthening. Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society: ACAMI-North America AAOS Specialty Day, New Orleans, LA, February 8, 2003
50. Samchukov M, Makarov M, Cherkashin A, El-Salanty M, Birch J. Muscle Adaptation to Gradual Incremental Traction. Fourth International Congress of Maxillofacial and Craniofacial Distraction. Paper S01.c.5, Paris, France, July 2-5, 2003
51. Cherkashin A, Samchukov M, Birch J. Ultrasound Stimulation of Distraction Regenerate: Our Initial Clinical Experience. Thirteen Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper 32, Boston, MA, July 25-27, 2003
52. Birch J, El-Salanty M, Downs J, Makarov M, Samchukov M, Cherkashin A. The Effect of Fiber Length and Pennation Angle Changes during Limb Lengthening on Muscle Force. Thirteen Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper 11, Boston, MA, July 25-27, 2003
53. Samchukov M, Birch J, Makarov M, Cherkashin A. Forearm Lengthening and Deformity Correction: Is It Justified?. Thirteen Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper 21, Boston, MA, July 25-27, 2003
54. Garcia-Morales P, Makarov M, Cherkashin A, Birch J, Samchukov M. Different Response of Various Muscle Groups to Distraction Osteogenesis. 85th AAOMS Annual Meeting, Poster 12, Orlando, FL, September 10-13, 2003
55. Cherkashin A, El-Salanty M, Makarov M, Samchukov M, Birch J. Effect of Limb Lengthening on Skeletal Muscle Function. Third ASAMI International Meeting, Paper B003, Istanbul, Turkey, May 27-29, 2004
56. Makarov M, Samchukov M, Birch J, Cherkashin A. Muscle-Related Mechanisms of Joint Contracture Development During Limb Lengthening. Third ASAMI International Meeting, Paper B008, Istanbul, Turkey, May 27-29, 2004
57. Cherkashin A, Samchukov M, Birch J. Effect of Ultrasound Stimulation on Limb Lengthening. Fourteen Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction Society: ASAMI-North America Annual Meeting, Paper Accepted, Toronto, Canada, July 23-25, 2004

PRESENTATIONS AT SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS:

1. Samchukov ML, Cherkashin AM, Pugachev AM: "Mistakes and Complications in Surgical Treatment of Hip Osteoarthritis After Ilizarov and their Prevention and Elimination Using Computer Programs." 163 Meeting of Kurgan Scientific Society of Orthopaedists and Traumatologists. Kurgan, Russia, September 30, 1988
2. Systematization of Mistakes and Complications in Hip reconstruction after Ilizarov. Presented at 5th Region Medico-Biology Conference of Young Scientists and Specialists. 1989, Kurgan, Russia.
3. Classification of Mistakes and Complications in Hip Surgery after Ilizarov. Presented at Meeting of Region Scientific Society of Orthopedists and Traumatologists, July 1991, Kurgan, RUSSIA.
4. Infection and Allergic Complications in Surgical Treatment Patients with Hip Problems. Presented at the Anniversary meeting of Kurgan Region Hospital, March, 1992, Kurgan, Russia.
5. Surgical Treatment of Severe Pathology of the Hip using Ilizarov Technique. Presented at Surgical Conference of 2nd Medical Fair "MEDSIB-92" in Siberia, October, 1992, Novosibirsk, Russia.
6. Complications Forecasting and Prophylactic in Treatment by External Fixators. Presented at International Conference "Ilizarov Technique: Adventures and Prospectives", June 1993, Kurgan, Russia.
7. Prevention of Complications in Patients with Orthopedic Pathology of Lower Limbs Presented at Scientific Conference of Ilizarov's Center, January 1995, Kurgan, Russia.
8. Introduction to the Ilizarov Interactive Multimedia Database. Presented at the POSNA Tutorial "Ilizarov Methods, Complex Lower Extremity Deformity, the TSRH Way". Dallas, TX, October 5-6, 1995.
9. "History and Development of Ilizarov Method." Presented at the POSNA Tutorial "Ilizarov Methods, Complex Lower Extremity Deformity, the TSRH Way." Dallas, TX, October 5-6, 1995
10. "Principles of Bone Fragment Fixation and Transportation Using External Circular Devices". Presented at the McLaren Regional Medical Center. Flint, MI, December 13, 1995
11. Ilizarov Interactive Database: A Systemized Approach. Presented at the Sixth Annual Scientific Meeting of A.S.A.M.I. North America, Limb Lengthening and Reconstructive Society, Atlanta, GA, February 21, 1996.
12. Interactive Ilizarov Database: An Electronic Patient Record for Orthopardics. Presented at Conference Toward An Electronic Patient Record' 96. San-Diego, CA, May 11-18, 1996.
13. "Biologic Principles of Distraction Osteogenesis" Presented at 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 20-23, 1997
14. "Online Clinical Database as an Educational Tool for Maxillofacial Surgery". Presented at 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 21, 1997
15. "The Internet, World Wide Web and You: Partners in Practice." Presented at the 18th Annual Meeting of American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. San Diego, California, March 21, 1997
16. Cherkashin AM, Samchukov ML: "Interactive TSRH Fellows Club." 19th Annual Brandon Carrell Visiting Professorship. Dallas, Texas, June 6-7, 1997