This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: members attend for FREE! 

Description

Background: 
Extended oral prophylactic antibiotics have been increasingly used in arthroplasty with the goal of reducing the risk of prosthetic joint infection (PJI). While a reduction in the rate of PJI has been noted with extended oral antibiotic regimens in high-risk patients, no large database study has assessed infection risk after primary total hip arthroplasty among well-balanced cohorts receiving and not receiving postoperative extended oral antibiotics.

Methods: 
A retrospective cohort study was conducted using a national database, TriNetX, to identify patients who underwent primary total hip arthroplasty. This cohort was stratified by oral antibiotic prescription within one day of procedure. A one-to-one propensity score matching based on age, sex, class of obesity, and medical comorbidities was conducted. Outcomes explored in this study were 90-day risk of PJI, superficial skin infection, deep skin infection, and all-cause revision.

Results: 
90-day postoperative infection complications of PJI were higher in the group receiving antibiotics (hazard ratio: 1.83, P-value = 0.012). Other complications such as superficial skin infection, deep skin infection, and all-cause revision showed no statistically significant differences.

Conclusion: 
This database analysis of 5,476 patients demonstrated no decrease in complications of PJI, superficial or deep skin infection, or revision at 90 days. Future randomized controlled trials are needed to evaluate the efficacy of extended oral antibiotics.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the Role of Extended Oral Antibiotics in Arthroplasty
• Analyze the Study Design and Methodology
• Evaluate the Key Findings of the Study
• Interpret the Statistical Significance of Results
• Examine the Need for Future Research
• Critically Assess the Impact on Clinical Practice

Director

Charles L. Nelson, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Nicholas M. Hernandez, MD 
Sanjay Kubsad, BS 
Andrew P. Collins, MD 
Suhas P. Dasari, MD
Howard A. Chanksy, MD 
Navin D. Fernando, MD

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Description

This 90-minute moderated panel will discuss the next steps senior level residents and fellows should take to prepare for building a practice in any practice model. While the event is a moderated panel, the host will open and address participant questions throughout the 90-minutes to encourage and active
learning environment.
 

Learning Objectives

• Review various employment models and what building a practice in each looks like
• Discuss interview and job search tips
• Explain compensation models and basic coding best practices
• Review junior partner dynamics as you begin building your practice

Director

Marney Reid, Executive Board Member - Foundation for Physician Advancement

Faculty

Carl Herndon, MD (Columbia Medical Center)
Ilda Malloy, MD (Yale)
Amy Trammel, MD (Atrium MSK Institute)
Augustus AJ Rush III, MD (Texas Spine Consultants)
Taylor Paskey, MD (Columbia University) 

We hope you can join us! 

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Description

​​​Join the Board of Specialty Societies (BOS) Fellowship Committee for the Fellowship Directors’ Forum: Past Fellows Panel. Co-moderated by Scott P. Steinmann, MD, FAAOS, BOS Fellowship Committee Chair, and Lisa K. Cannada, MD, FAAOS, this webinar will feature a panel of fellows representing diverse professional experiences and specialties. Directors of Orthopaedic Fellowship programs, current Fellows, and residents are invited to attend and discuss fellowship issues, concerns for current residents, and gain insights from recent fellows. Formerly known as the AAOS Fellowship Directors’ Forum, this event promises to be an enriching opportunity to learn directly from orthopaedic fellows and enhance the fellowship experience. ​​ 

Co-Directors

Lisa K. Cannada, MD, FAAOS and ​ Scott P. Steinmann, MD, FAAOS

Panelists

Elise Bixby, MD, Taylor D'Amore, MD, Thomas W. Hodo, MD, Paul Rizk, MD 

This is an AAOS member benefit you will not want to miss! 

Description

The AAOS Resident Assembly Career Development Committee is partnering with OrthoMentor to host a comprehensive webinar debriefing the 2025 Orthopaedic Surgery match cycle. The webinar will include a discussion of all things Match 2025, including away rotations, signaling, ERAS and more. Guest panelists will include perspectives from both residency programs directors, as well as matched applicants from the 2025 cycle and current Orthopaedic Surgery interns.

Learning Objectives

1.    Attendees will better understand challenges from the 2025 Orthopaedic Surgery match cycle
2.    Attendees will learn how to most appropriately strategize away rotations to maximize performance and match success
3.    Attendees will understand the influence of signaling and how to most strategically allocate their respective preference signals
4.    Attendees will learn how to compose a strong ERAS application to strengthen their competitiveness in the upcoming match cycle

Co-Moderators

William Levine, MD, Amiethab Aiyer, MD 

Faculty

Monica Kogan, MD, Dawn LaPorte, MD, Nicole Liddy, MD, Kenneth Levy, MD, Brandon Gettleman, MD 

This event will be recorded. If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit!

Description

Hand and wrist soft tissue injuries in recreational and elite level athletes present unique challenges for the patient and surgeon. Although many of these injuries may be successfully managed in the average patient, athletes represent a high-risk population given their often-regimented timetable and desire to return to a high level of activity through their injured hand and wrist. In this webinar, we focus on some of the most common injuries to the tendons and ligaments of the hand and wrist faced by athletes. The goal will be for attendees to understand the unique treatment considerations in recreational and elite level athletes while also learning how to approach both conservative and operative management of these common injuries. This panel of national
experts in athletic injuries will also share their own personal tips and tricks to the management of these conditions, including those involving the ECU, thumb UCL, SL ligament, central slip, sagittal band, and TFCC structures. At the conclusion, attendees will be comfortable evaluating and treating athletes of all levels, while adding new techniques to their armamentarium.

Learning Objectives

1) Appropriately diagnose common tendon and ligament injuries in athletes
2) Recognize when advanced imaging is required to assist in diagnosis
3) Gain insight into the unique considerations needed when treating recreational and elite-level athletes
4) Learn new surgical advances to assist in quicker return to play for athletes
5) Appreciate the role of dedicated hand therapy in an athlete’s return to play

Director

Michael Gottschalk, MD

Faculty

Michelle Carlson, MD, Bobby Chhabra, MD, Eric Wagner, MD, Jeff Yao, MD, Steven Shin, MD, Mo Herman, MA, OTR/L, CHT

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

We hope you can join us!

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for FREE! 

Description

Workplace violence is a growing concern in healthcare, affecting both providers and patients. Join the Committee on Healthcare Safety for an essential webinar focused on recognizing risks, preventing escalation, and responding effectively to violent incidents in medical settings.

This session will provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to:

-Understand the scope of workplace violence and key definitions
-Identify risk factors in patient care and medical environments
-Recognize early warning signs of problematic behavior
-Apply proven de-escalation techniques to prevent escalation
-Respond appropriately during a violent event
-Support recovery and debriefing after an incident
-Utilize the AAOS Workplace Violence Prevention Toolkit for ongoing safety strategies

By equipping yourself with these skills, you can help foster a safer, more secure workplace for your team and patients.

Learning Objectives

1- Define Workplace Violence in Healthcare – Understand the scope of the issue, key definitions, and the impact on healthcare professionals and patients.

2- Identify Risk Factors and Warning Signs – Recognize environmental and behavioral risk factors that contribute to workplace violence in medical settings.

3- Apply De-escalation Techniques – Learn effective communication and intervention strategies to prevent conflicts from escalating into violence.

4- Respond Effectively During an Incident – Understand best practices for ensuring personal and team safety when violence occurs.

5- Implement Post-Incident Recovery and Prevention Strategies – Learn how to debrief after an event, support affected individuals, and apply preventative measures using the AAOS Workplace Violence Prevention Toolkit

Director

Mary Carnduff, MD, MBA, Colonel, USAF, MC, FS

Speaker

Thomas “T.J.” Brownfield, MSN, RN-BC, CAPT, USAF, NC

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

Your Comprehensive Resource for Part I ABOS Exam Preparation
Prepare with confidence using trusted, exam-focused content designed to help you succeed on the Part I written examination. This course offers a structured, continuous review, providing a seamless online learning experience across three phases:

1. Pre-Recorded Lectures
   Access a series of pre-recorded lectures that cover key topics tested on the exam. Released periodically, these lectures are paced to guide your study, with faculty presenting content based on common exam questions from each specialty area.
2. Live-Streamed High-Yield Review Sessions
   Join live-streamed review sessions, dedicating around four hours each day to in-depth, high-yield lectures. These sessions will highlight the most important facts and concepts for each specialty, including a review of mock exam questions to reinforce key points.
3. Full Access to Course Materials
   Continue your preparation with unlimited access to all course content through exam day. Whether you have time for a quick review or want to dedicate a full day to studying, you can revisit any material on your schedule through the online portal.

Course Highlights:

• Live Panel Discussion with residents who passed the exam in 2022, sharing essential tips and strategies for success.
• Expanded Test-Taking Strategies to help you perform your best on exam day.
• ROCK Chapter Recommendations to complement your learning as you progress through the course.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: members attend for FREE!

Description

This webinar will discuss arthroscopic options for treatment of the irreparable rotator cuff tear. The discussion will focus on treatment of non-arthritic patients who present with preserved range of motion and pain as the primary complaint.

Learning Objectives

1) Understand the arthroscopic options for the patient with an irreparable rotator cuff tear but preserved shoulder motion/function.
2) Understands the techniques, pearls, and pitfalls of all three option
3) Understand the expected outcomes of these operations
4) Understand the cost considerations when performing these operations.

Director

Surena Namdari, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Patrick Denard, MD, FAAOS, Jason Hsu, MD, FAAOS, Michael Amini, MD, FAAOS

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

Residents! Expand your surgical skills for hip and knee arthroplasty!

Attention, residents! Don't overlook the chance to broaden your knowledge and enhance your technical skills in primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty! This course offers a dynamic blend of lectures and hands-on labs, featuring a minimum of 6 hours of interactive cadaveric dissection under the guidance of world-class arthroplasty faculty.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for FREE! 

Description

Introduction: 
There remains ongoing controversy regarding the optimal treatment strategy of hip dysplasia, with some advocating for the addition of hip arthroscopy to periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) to address concomitant labral tears. The purpose of this systematic review was to compare the clinical outcomes, complications, and joint preservation of PAO and PAO with hip arthroscopy.

Methods: 
A literature search was done, and studies were included if they reported outcomes of PAO with concomitant hip arthroscopy, PAO with staged hip arthroscopy, or compared outcomes of PAO alone versus PAO with hip arthroscopy. A meta-analysis was conducted with respect to studies who compared preoperative to postoperative change in modified Harris Hip Score between PAO and PAO with hip arthroscopy.

Results: 
Twenty studies were included in this review. Most patients demonstrated preoperative labral pathology. Pooled analysis of the postoperative change in modified Harris Hip Score showed no difference between PAO with concomitant hip arthroscopy and PAO alone (P = 0.238). Three of six studies comparing both surgical techniques demonstrated a notable postoperative improvement for select outcome scores for the PAO plus hip arthroscopy group but not for the PAO alone group. Of note, no studies demonstrated a notable improvement in the PAO alone group compared with PAO plus hip arthroscopy. The rates of complications and conversion to total hip arthroplasty for both procedures were notably similar.

Conclusion: 
Favorable and comparable clinical outcomes were observed for both PAO alone and PAO with hip arthroscopy. Although PAO with hip arthroscopy demonstrated statistically superior clinical outcomes for some measures, it was never inferior to PAO alone. Randomized controlled studies with extended follow-up are needed to better understand the potential difference in long-term outcomes and rates of conversion to total hip arthroplasty between these procedures.

Learning Objectives

Comparison of Treatment Strategies: Understand the differences in clinical outcomes, complications, and joint preservation between periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) alone and PAO combined with hip arthroscopy for hip dysplasia treatment.

Clinical Effectiveness: Gain insights into the findings of the meta-analysis, which showed no significant difference in overall postoperative improvements between PAO alone and PAO with hip arthroscopy, with some outcome measures favoring the combined procedure.

Complication and Conversion Rates: Learn that both treatment strategies had similar rates of complications and conversion to total hip arthroplasty, indicating comparable safety profiles.

Need for Further Research: Recognize the need for randomized controlled trials with longer follow-ups to better understand the long-term effects and potential advantages of combining hip arthroscopy with PAO.

Director

Peter Rose, MD, FAAOS

Authors

Sean C. Clark, MS, Christopher V. Nagelli, PhD, Xuankang Pan, BS, Karissa N. Simon, BS, Rafael J. Sierra, MD, Mario Hevesi, MD, PhD

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.
 

Enhance your trauma expertise with both operative and nonoperative strategies that will keep you at the forefront of care during on-call duties. This highly anticipated virtual course is a must-attend event! Leading experts will present the latest evidence, paired with valuable technical tips, on managing common fractures and traumatic injuries.

This one-day, case-driven course is designed to optimize your learning experience. It combines flexible pre-recorded lectures that you can watch at your convenience, along with live, interactive small-group case discussions and debrief sessions.

Gain up-to-date knowledge on upper and lower extremity fracture fixation, as well as insights into complication management, clinical outcomes, and more!

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: members attend for FREE! 

Description

Hand Infections are common yet can be devastating. The surgeon must be vigilant about proper surgical and medical treatment. Severe infections with soft tissue and bone compromise are discussed along with mimickers of pyogenic infections. 

Learning Objectives

• Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to describe typical, atypical, and mimickers of infections about the hand and upper limb
• Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about the most common surgical techniques for addressing infections
• Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about treatments of severe infections with bone and soft tissue loss 

Director

Rick Tosti, MD

Faculty

Erin Ohliger, MD, Omri Ayalon, MD, Abhiram Bhashyam, MD, Ryan Schmucker, MD

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This new course is designed to expedite and enhance your hands-on skills in Knee and Trauma procedures. 

Engage with faculty in two dynamic specialties to accelerate your operating skills.

Spend the Day with Board-Certified Academy Fellows to Strengthen Your Case Submissions and Defenses
Join us for an intensive, hands-on session designed to enhance your case preparation, presentation skills, and defense strategies for the Part II exam. Gain valuable insights into the exam’s expectations through:

• Faculty-led Case Preparation Instruction
• Tips for Handling Complex or Complicated Cases
• Examples of Effective Case Presentations
• Interactive Q&A Discussions

During this session, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with fellowship-trained faculty to:

• Present Challenging Cases: Present two challenging cases in a mock oral exam setting, where you’ll experience different questioning techniques, receive candid feedback, identify common pitfalls, and develop strategies to strengthen your defense.
• Review Case Documentation: Receive detailed feedback on your case notes, documents, and images, ensuring your documentation meets exam standards and expectations.
• Identify Areas for Improvement: Leverage faculty feedback and insights to fine-tune your case presentation approach and enhance your overall exam strategy.

Each participant is guaranteed time to present or review two cases, but please have three cases prepared in case additional time allows for extra reviews.

Minneapolis, MN

Whether you're gearing up for the MOC recertification exam or simply seeking a comprehensive review of the latest advancements in orthopaedics, this is your all-in-one resource!

Boost your confidence and review the essential content you need to succeed on the MOC exam with this virtual prep package. Delivered by expert faculty, the evidence-based, in-depth lectures are tailored to focus on the key material you'll be tested on. Refresh your knowledge and stay up-to-date on recent developments across all areas of orthopaedics.

With the program scheduled well over two months before the exam window closes, you'll have time to establish a solid preparation foundation, pinpoint areas for improvement, and refine your study strategy. Plus, take advantage of live virtual sessions with faculty to ask questions, seek clarification, and dive deeper into challenging topics.
 

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: members attend for FREE! 

Description

Join us for an engaging and insightful webinar that dives into the art of critically evaluating literature, with a special focus on JAAOS articles. Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned expert, this session will empower you to assess key research from multiple career stages. Gain essential skills for dissecting complex studies, understanding current trends in orthopaedic foot and ankle literature, and enhancing your ability to contribute meaningfully to journal club discussions.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify optimal ways to review journal articles in preparation for journal club presentations
2. Understand nuances of current literature in orthopaedic foot and ankle arena
3. Understand how to best identify strengths and weakness of a given paper and critically evaluate and discuss their findings with confidence

Director

Amiethab Aiyer, MD

Tie in key takeaways from a recent podcast episode related to this topic, giving you a real-world connection to the skills you're learning.

Refer to Episode 17: JAAOS/Orthomentor Journal Club: Evaluating Resident Selection and Impacts of Mentorship.

https://journals.lww.com/jaaos/pages/podcastepisodes.aspx?podcastid=3 

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Description

The importance of improving the delivery of osteoporosis bone health care and fracture prevention counseling to patients is clear. However, the time involved counseling patients has previously not been accounted for or reimbursed separately.

The Coding, Coverage and Reimbursement Committee (CCRC) and the Health Care Systems Committee (HCSC) have identified how to capture the work involved in these services and optimize reimbursement with the use of existing CPT codes, as well as improve delivery of osteoporosis bone health care and fracture prevention counseling.

Learning Objectives

This webinar will discuss optimizing reimbursement for osteoporosis counseling with CPT codes.

The aim of this coding method would align incentives for physicians to have explicit conversations with patients about osteoporosis care and to document those conversations as well as create a digital marker for patients felt to be at risk for future fractures.

Co-Directors

Eric Swart, MD and Noah M. Raizman, MD

We hope you can join us!

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

Welcome to the AAOS course on Orthopaedic Infections. This two-day course is designed for the practicing orthopaedic surgeon to get an update on the latest techniques to prevent, diagnose and treat surgical site infections. 

The course is structured into several focused modules, beginning with an introduction to musculoskeletal infections, discussing current challenges with diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. This is followed by an exploration of the latest techniques for prevention of such infections, with case-based sessions.  Additional modules will focus on implant-related infections, through debate and discussion surrounding evaluation and management of fracture-related and prosthetic joint infections. This course will also address other common conditions such as diabetic foot infections, management strategies for native septic arthritis, as well as a dedicated session on microbiology and antibiotic management. Ancillary topics such as past, present, and future directions of orthopedic imaging as well as both infection mimics and infections in the immunocompromised host will be presented. Finally, the course will explore upcoming advancements with short presentations on innovative topics, including the use of bacteriophage and SPY, amongst others. By the completion of this course, you will improve your ability to manage complexities and challenges linked with musculoskeletal infections. This course provides an immersive, interdisciplinary learning experience aimed at fostering improved patient-centered care.

An interactive learning experience designed exclusively for residents

Experience 2.5 content-packed days, rotating between classroom sessions and hands-on cadaver labs, building your foundation of numerous knee and shoulder arthroscopy procedures. Working in pairs with another attendee, you'll have your own knee and shoulder cadaver specimens to practice arthroscopy skills. Stay engaged with a dynamic mix of lectures, live and video surgical demonstrations, knot-tying sessions and faculty-participant discussion. Spend the majority of the course in the hands-on cadaver lab practicing:

• ACL Reconstruction
• Partial Meniscectomy
• Rotator Cuff Repair
• Subacromial Decompression
• Labral Surgery
• Biceps Procedures
• Meniscus Repair

New models and environmental factors have increased the demand for same-day discharge following total joint arthroplasty. This comprehensive virtual course, spanning multiple days, equips you and your team with the knowledge and strategies needed to meet this demand, providing a "playbook" for safely implementing an outpatient program within your institution or practice.

You will explore key components such as important considerations, pathway options, protocols, and evolving CMS regulations.

Through live-streamed lectures and interactive panel discussions, the faculty will share their successful experiences of transitioning procedures to the outpatient setting, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction. Join us from the comfort of your home or office and engage in Q&A discussions with the faculty.

This new course is designed to expedite and enhance your hands-on skills in Sports and Hip procedures. 

Engage with faculty in two dynamic specialties to accelerate your operating skills.