Bone or joint fusion surgery, is called arthrodesis. It's performed to relieve arthritis pain in the ankles, wrists, fingers, thumbs, or spine. Read more here.
SACSCOC Accreditation. The University of Alabama at Birmingham is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, doctorate, and professional degrees.
What National Accreditation and Regional Accreditation Have in Common. Whether you choose a school with national accreditation or regional accreditation, you can rest assured that your degree is legitimate. Both forms of accreditation are recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).