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

Description

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction continues to evolve—not only in surgical technique, but in the comprehensive management of recovery and return to play. This multidisciplinary webinar brings together a robust panel of experts to explore the full continuum of ACL care.
From surgical decision-making and real-world professional athlete outcomes to the latest 2026 updates in perioperative nutrition and rehabilitation strategies, this session will provide a practical, evidence-informed framework for optimizing patient outcomes. Interactive case presentations and panel discussion will highlight key controversies, pearls, and return-to-play considerations across patient populations.

Learning Objectives

1.    Evaluate key surgical decision-making factors that influence graft selection, technique, and patient-specific outcomes in ACL reconstruction.
2.    Analyze return-to-play outcomes and performance considerations in high-level and professional athletes.
3.    Incorporate current evidence-based perioperative nutrition strategies to support healing and recovery.
4.    Apply multidisciplinary rehabilitation principles and case-based insights to optimize safe and effective return-to-play timelines.

Director

Nicholas Sgaglione, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Scott Rodeo, MD, FAAOS, James Bradley, MD, FAAOS, Reza Jazayeri, MD, FAAOS, Kevin Wilk, DPT

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

Early identification and management of osteoporosis remain critical to preventing fragility fractures and improving long-term patient outcomes. This webinar will provide a practical, clinically focused overview of bone health screening and osteoporosis diagnosis, with an emphasis on risk stratification and evidence-based decision-making.

Faculty will review strategies for utilizing clinical criteria to diagnose osteoporosis, incorporating opportunistic imaging findings into routine assessments, and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance detection. The session will also explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence in bone health evaluation and how AI-supported tools may improve screening accuracy and efficiency in clinical practice.

Designed for orthopaedic surgeons and healthcare professionals involved in musculoskeletal care, this webinar will provide actionable insights to strengthen early identification and optimize patient management.

Learning Objectives

• Utilize clinical diagnosis of osteoporosis and risk stratification
• Add opportunistic images evaluation to assess bone health
• Understand possibilities of AI to aid in bone health assessment

Director

Paul Anderson, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Neil Binkley, MD, Alexander Bilbily, 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 benefit - join for free!

Description

Designed specifically for medical students pursuing orthopaedic surgery, this timely webinar—hosted by the AAOS Resident Assembly Career Development Committee—brings together a panel of residents and mentors to demystify the evolving residency application landscape.

Panelists will break down key updates to ERAS for the 2027 application cycle, including the shift from traditional “Publications” to the new “Scholarly Work” section, and what this means for how applicants present research, projects, and academic contributions. Beyond the application itself, the discussion will dive into practical networking strategies, how to make meaningful connections with prospective programs, and how to leverage conferences and professional events as you prepare for away rotations and the Match.

Whether you’re early in medical school or actively planning your application strategy, this session will offer clear guidance, real-world insights, and actionable advice to help you stand out.

Learning Objectives

• Attendees will understand key changes to ERAS, including the transition from “Publications” to “Scholarly Work”, and how these changes may impact your application and research strategy.
• Attendees will learn how to communicate their research experience, skills and contributions effectively in the new format.
• Attendees will learn how to approach conferences and networking opportunities and build connections with prospective programs as they look towards rotations and the Match.

Director

Kyle Paul, MD

Faculty

Jantz Arbon, MD, Ryan Bruner, BS

Thinking about ortho? Planning ahead matters.
Join us for this must-attend session—you won’t want to miss these insights as you gear up for ERAS and the Match!