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

Faculty

Noah M. Raizman, MD, William Creevy, 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.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Be sure to stay ahead, join us for this webinar and learn more about physician pay & contract strategies for 2025!

Description

Join us for an in-depth exploration of the latest trends shaping physician compensation and employment contracts in 2025. This webinar will cover key data insights, evolving compensation models, and the impact of market dynamics on contract negotiations. Our expert faculty will discuss current benchmarks, productivity-based structures, value-based incentives, and common contract clauses to watch for. Whether you're entering the job market or renegotiating your terms, this session will provide valuable strategies and tools to help you navigate the evolving healthcare landscape with confidence.

Learning Objectives

• Compensation trends and expectations for 2025
• Doctor contract details, compensation, and benefit nuances that require review
• Risk factors
• Red flags to watch out for
• How a contract attorney can help doctors

Director 

Jillian Vestal, JD

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Navigating the fellowship match? Looking for answers or mentorship? Join our webinar designed just for you! 

Description
This event is designed to help current fellowship applicants navigate the fellowship match process by offering peer-led insights by those who have matched into fellowship. The webinar will follow a breakout room format, where applicants will be matched into virtual rooms based on their specialty of choice. 
In the breakout rooms, participants will have the opportunity to engage with speakers like yourself in informal, small-group discussions. Topics may include application timelines, program selection, interviews, ranking strategies, and general advice. 

Learning Objectives

1.    Discuss key components of the fellowship application process
2.    Identify a timeline for applying to fellowship positions
3.    Share resources on the fellowship application process
4.    Develop an individual plan for applying to programs for the 2025-2026 cycle

Co-Directors

Ahmed Emara, MD and Kelsey L. Millar

Faculty 

Hailey Huddleston, Rex Lutz, Peter Golijanin, Rui Soares, Colin Laporte, Mustafa Mahmood, Jason Teplensky, Omolola Fakunle, Sunita Mangers

Specialty-Specific. Peer-Led. Fellowship Focused. Be sure to join! 

Welcome to the AAOS course on Orthopaedic Infections. This two-day virtual 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.

Don’t miss out—explore the course details and save your spot!

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

Description

The webinar will focus on the latest innovations in the field of hip arthroscopy and hip preservation surgery. We will focus on the recent advancements of the field including intra-articular treatment of hip pain (ie, chondrolabral preservation, repair and reconstruction) as well as technology to assist with comprehensive correction of FAIS. Is the field heading toward periportal and percutaneous hip arthroscopy? Our experts will talk about their experience to date and what is in store for the future. We will also consider recent evolution of the treatment of deep gluteal space (ie, ischiofemoral impingement, ischial tunnel syndrome, and proximal hamstring repairs). Lastly, our faculty will talk about any new innovations and technology that may be coming in the near future.

Learning Objectives

• Different ways to access the hip joint.
• Tips and tricks of surgical correction of femoroacetabular impingement
• Approach to the deep gluteal space and how to incorporate into your practice
• Newest technologies in hip arthroscopy and hip preservation

Director

Shane Nho, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Steve Aoki, MD, FAAOS, Michael Salata, MD, Chad Mather, 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.

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.

Outpatient joints, on point—explore the course and sign up today!

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit - members join for free!

Description

CMC arthrosis is the most common arthrosis in the hand that is treated surgical. The surgeon must be familiar with the natural history of the disease the variety of treatment options that correspond to severity and patient demand. The aim of the course is to familiarize surgeon’s with contemporary techniques with an eye on possible future developments.

Learning Objectives

(1) Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to describe natural history of CMC arthritis

(2) Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about the most common surgical techniques for addressing CMC arthritis

(3) Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about the rise of implant arthroplasty in Europe and be more prepare to evaluate a possible introduction in the USA

Director

Richard Tosti, MD, FAAOS 

Faculty

Deana Mercer, MD, Brent DeGeorge, MD, Brandon Smetana, MD, Jody Buckwalter, 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 - members join for free! 

Description

Scaphoid nonunions present a difficult challenge for even the most experienced hand surgeons. This expert-led webinar dives into the latest strategies for managing these complex cases—focusing on the critical role of bone grafting to support internal fixation, promote healing, and restore carpal alignment.

Explore a wide range of grafting techniques tailored to patient-specific factors including deformity, bone viability, and vascular supply. From nonvascularized autografts of the distal radius or iliac crest to innovative vascularized and osteochondral options, our faculty will walk you through indications, decision-making, and surgical considerations that improve outcomes.

Whether you're refining your approach or expanding your treatment toolbox, this in-depth review will provide practical insights and pearls to elevate your care of scaphoid nonunions.

Learning Objectives

• Review the pathophysiology and challenges associated with scaphoid nonunions, including vascular supply and deformity-related complications.
• Compare the indications, advantages, and limitations of various bone grafting techniques—including nonvascularized autografts, vascularized grafts, and osteochondral options.
• Identify patient- and fracture-specific factors that influence graft selection and fixation strategies in scaphoid nonunion treatment.
• Apply evidence-based surgical approaches to optimize healing, restore carpal alignment, and improve functional outcomes in scaphoid nonunion cases.

Director

Warren Hammert, MD, DDS 

Faculty

Omri Ayalon, MD, FAAOS, Samantha Rettig, BS, MD, and Liana Tedesco, 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 - members join for free!

Description

This webinar will focus on the most current concepts in controversies related to the treatment of anterior shoulder instability from first-time dislocations and primary stabilizations to revision and even salvage procedures.

The distinguished faculty will discuss treatment for first time dislocations and when to consider surgical stabilization. They will also discuss current indications and techniques for arthroscopic and open soft tissue repairs as well as indications and techniques of various bone block procedures.

Finally, they will explore surgical options in cases of recurrent instability after primary and/or secondary stabilization procedures.

Learning Objectives

This course will endeavor to discuss all aspects of treatment for primary and recurrent anterior instability. It will focus on the following objectives.

1. When and how to operate on first time dislocators

2. Best techniques for arthroscopic stabilization and went to incorporate remplissage procedures.

3. Went to consider open soft tissue stabilizations including treatment of HAGL lesions.

4. Current indications and techniques for bone block procedures for anterior shoulder and stability.

5. Current concepts in revision shoulder reconstruction for failed surgical procedures for anterior shoulder instability

Director

David Dines, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Sara Edwards, MD, FAAOS, Chris Dodson, MD, Xinning (Tiger) Li, MD, FAAOS, Chris Chuinard, MD, MPH, FAAOS, Joshua Dines, MD, FAAOS, Ian Lo, 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.

This critical training and review helps you gain clarity on the IME and QME report creation process - a valuable skill rarely taught in residency programs. Evolve your skills in patient history and examination, IME/QME report writing, cross-examination and more. Training includes faculty critique of actual IME/QME reports.

Effectively combine the clinical and non-clinical elements of workers' compensation

This distinctive and hands-on course will help you enhance your approach to managing both the medical and non-medical aspects of workers’ compensation cases. Delve into the latest legal, administrative, ethical, and insurance challenges within your cases and discover strategies for addressing them.

With new topics and expert instructors, gain updated insights into causation, diagnosis, and treatment options to improve outcomes for work-related injuries and illnesses. Learn proven methods for utilization review, causation analysis, report writing, medical liability, depositions, and patient communication skills.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit - be sure to join! 

Description

This webinar will take place on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 at 6:15-7:30 PM CST, and will bring together program directors and national leaders in orthopaedics for a moderated Q&A-style session. The goal is to help residents better understand the fellowship interview process, what makes a successful fellow, and how to make the most of their fellowship year. 
Among other topics, the panel will explore: 

•    What makes a fellowship application stand out?
•    How do you counsel residents towards the best fellowship for them?
•    How do you define a "good fit" for your program?
•    What traits characterize a successful fellow?
•    What elements matter most in your selection process?
•    How can residents strengthen their candidacy?How should senior residents prepare to optimize their fellowship experience?

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, senior orthopaedic residents will be able to:

•    Identify key components of a competitive fellowship application as defined by experienced program directors and national orthopaedic leaders.
•    Describe the characteristics of a successful orthopaedic fellow, including professional, interpersonal, and academic traits valued by fellowship programs.
•    Assess personal goals and career interests in order to determine alignment with different fellowship program types and specialties.
•    Apply strategies for preparing for fellowship interviews, including how to communicate "fit," readiness, and long-term potential to selection committees.
•    Evaluate the most important selection criteria used by fellowship programs, including letters, research, rotations, and interpersonal dynamics.
•    Formulate a plan to maximize the fellowship year experience, including mentorship, skill development, and preparing for post-fellowship transition.

Co-Directors

Ahmed Emara, MD and Paul Tornetta Ill, MD, PhD, FAAOS

Faculty

Amar Ranawat, MD, Michael Taunton, Viktor Krebs, MD, Matthew Deren, MD, Peter Surace, MD, Leonard Buller, MD, Ned Amendola, MD, Jeremy Gilliland, MD

Be sure to register now!