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

Description

Join us for an in-depth look at the latest advances in managing complex meniscal injuries. This webinar will cover cutting-edge updates on treating meniscal root tears and managing meniscal extrusion, explore the impact of medial meniscus ramp tears on ACL reconstruction with tips for optimized diagnosis, and review effective repair techniques for radial meniscus tears, including the hashtag and transtibial tunnel approaches. Ideal for orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists aiming to stay at the forefront of meniscal repair strategies.

Learning Objectives

• Review current updates on the treatment of meniscal root tears and concurrent management of meniscal extrusion
• Understand the roles of medial meniscus ramp tears on an ACL reconstruction and how to optimize the diagnosis of ramp tears
• Recognize how to repair radial meniscus tears using the hashtag and transtibial tunnel techniques

Director

Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD, FAAOS 

Faculty

Christopher M. LaPrade, MD, Christopher M. Larson, MD, FAAOS, Jorge Chahla, 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.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit! 

Register to attend live or receive a link to the recording.

Description

The Blue Cross Blue Shield System agreed to a groundbreaking settlement with providers, including physicians, hospitals and ASCs, in late 2024. Part of the settlement is monetary and AAOS members are eligible to submit claims. The other part of the settlement requires major changes to the way the BCBS system operates. Join us to learn more about the changes coming to your practice soon.

Learning Objectives

- Learn about how you and the facilities at which you practice can submit claims for a share of the $2.8 billion settlement fund.
- Understand coming changes to BCBS system operations that will impact your practice: removal of geographic requirements that hinder competition AND improvements to the Blue Card system that facilitates claims processing between Blue companies.

Director

Suzette Song, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Patrick Sheehan, JD, Whatley Kallas and Tucker Brown, JD, Whatley Kallas

Your Final Shot at ABOS Success – Get Expert Answers Before Exam Day!

Description: Join us for this high-yield, last-chance opportunity tailored for orthopaedic residents preparing for the 2025 ABOS board exam. This interactive webinar features a panel of expert faculty alongside recently board-certified surgeons from the 2023 and 2024 cohorts who will share their firsthand insights and strategies for success.

Get answers to your most pressing questions, hear what to expect on exam day, and gain practical advice on how to fine-tune your final weeks of preparation. Whether you're looking to clarify key concepts or calm pre-exam nerves, this session is designed to help you feel more confident and focused as the big day approaches.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with those who’ve been in your shoes—register today! 

Learning Objectives:

• Gain practical tips and study strategies from recently board-certified orthopaedic surgeons who successfully navigated the ABOS board exam in 2023 and 2024.
• Ask personalized questions and clarify last-minute concerns with expert faculty to boost confidence ahead of the 2025 exam.
• Understand the exam structure, timing, and common pitfalls to develop a focused and effective final preparation plan.

Co-Directors: Vidyadhar Upasani, MD, FAAOS, and Youssra Marjoua, MD

Faculty: Patrick Curran, MD, Armin Arshi, MD, Srikanth N. Divi, MD, FAAOS 

If you have registered to participate in the Part II course, you will be auto enrolled and receive complimentary registration into the webinar.  

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.

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

Description

Wrist arthrosis is common but has a variety of presentations in a diverse range of patients. The chosen technique is often optimized to fit the patient’s demand and expectations. This instructional course is aimed at describing contemporary solutions for wrist arthrosis including wrist denervation, partial and total fusions, proximal row carpectomy with and with interposition, and total wrist arthroplasty.

Learning Objectives

• Upon completion of this course, the participant will be able to describe relevant innervation of the wrist and general patterns of arthrosis.  
• Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about the most common surgical techniques for addressing the variety of patterns of wrist arthrosis.
• Upon completion of this course, the participant will have learned about motion sparing options such as total wrist arthroplasty and interposition arthroplasty.  

Director

Rick Tosti, MD

Faculty

Maureen OShaugnessy, MD, Tyler Pidgeon, MD, Carl Harper, 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 attend for FREE! 

Description

Common upper extremity nerve compression syndromes, such as carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes, are frequently addressed by orthopaedic surgeons but even seasoned experts may misdiagnose or overlook less prevalent neuropathies. We invite you to join us for an in-depth session that examines these often-neglected nerve palsies and compression neuropathies. This presentation will cover their clinical manifestations, diagnostic challenges, and effective management strategies to provide the audience with valuable insights into a critical area of practice.

Learning Objectives

•    Clinically identify uncommon upper extremity nerve compressions with accuracy.

•    Differentiate between various upper extremity nerve compressions and their distinct presentations.

•    Recognize when advanced imaging or nerve conduction studies are necessary for accurate diagnosis.

•    Develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to the management of uncommon upper extremity nerve compressions.

Director

Sarah Taub, PA-C

Faculty

Vanessa Smith, PA-C, John Fowler, MD, Amy Holland, PA-C, Eric Wagner, MD, David Brogan, 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 attend for FREE!

Description

Workplace violence (WPV) is a pervasive issue in healthcare that has shown rising incidence in recent years. There are several risk factors related to the worker, occupational environment, and patient that predispose to WPV events and should be considered in risk mitigation strategies. Workplace violence has been associated with negative impacts on worker health and professional efficacy. Past work has shown that multifactorial intervention models are more effective at improving WPV prevention and response in healthcare. This review summarizes the statistical trends, risk factors, and negative impacts of WPV in healthcare, as well as interventions to improve prevention and response.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the current trends and statistics related to workplace violence (WPV) in healthcare settings.
• Identify key risk factors—including worker, environmental, and patient-related—that contribute to WPV incidents.
• Recognize the negative impacts of WPV on healthcare workers’ well-being and professional performance.
• Explore effective, multifactorial strategies and interventions for preventing and responding to WPV in healthcare.

Director

Jonathan Grauer, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Joseph Guttbrod, Anna Miller, MD, Julie Samora, MD, Lisa Taitsman, 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 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.