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

Description 

Primary elbow osteoarthritis is a functionally disabling condition primarily affecting middle-aged men engaged in manual labor, weightlifting, or throwing. Total elbow arthroplasty is particularly limiting for this population given its lifelong lifting restrictions and long-term complication and revision rates. This webinar reviews the full spectrum of joint-preserving options for such patients. Attention will be given to evaluation of the arthritic elbow, including assessment of blocks to motion, ulnar nerve pathology, and the respective roles of radiographs and CT in staging disease and surgical planning. Discussion will include nonoperative management and its limits, followed by a comparison of arthroscopic and open osteocapsular arthroplasty, including indications, surgical approaches (Outerbridge-Kashiwagi, lateral column, and medial "over-the-top"), reported outcomes, and complication profiles. Particular attention will be paid to ulnar nerve management and delayed-onset ulnar neuritis, a known complication following surgical management. Finally, discussion will conclude around salvage options for advanced disease and guidance on setting realistic patient expectations regarding motion gains and disease progression over time.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
1. Perform a thorough history and physical examination of patients with osteoarthritis of the elbow and understand how to use X-ray and advanced imaging for staging and preoperative planning.
2. Describe the evidence supporting operative versus non-operative management of elbow arthritis and recognize appropriate indications for operative intervention.
3. Compare arthroscopic and open osteocapsular arthroplasty with respect to indications, expected outcomes, and potential complications, and identify appropriate indications for concomitant ulnar nerve management.
4. Identify patients who are appropriate candidates for salvage procedures such as interpositional arthroplasty and arthrodesis as an alternative to total elbow arthroplasty.

Webinar Director

Eric Wagner, MD, FAAOS

Co-Authors

Dennis DeBernardis, DO, Tej Joshi, MD, Mandeep Virk, 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 webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for free!

Description

Robotics, navigation, artificial intelligence, and digital planning are rapidly changing arthroplasty—but how should orthopaedic training evolve with them?
This session explores what residents need to learn today to prepare for a surgical environment that will continue to change throughout their careers. Participants will consider how programs can introduce robotics and AI without creating technology dependence, preserve foundational surgical judgment, address disparities in access to advanced platforms, and determine which competencies should be expected of every graduating resident.
The discussion will also examine the implications for faculty development, fellowship training, and residency curriculum design as emerging technologies become increasingly integrated into clinical practice. Attendees will leave with practical considerations for preparing trainees not simply to use today's technology, but to critically evaluate and adapt to the technologies they will encounter throughout their careers.

Learning Objectives

• Identify emerging applications of robotics, navigation, digital planning, and artificial intelligence that are influencing arthroplasty practice and training.
• Evaluate approaches for integrating technology-assisted techniques into resident education while maintaining proficiency in foundational surgical principles and conventional techniques.
• Examine strategies for providing meaningful technology exposure to residents across programs with varying access to robotic and navigation platforms.
• Assess the educational benefits, limitations, and ethical considerations associated with AI-assisted learning and surgical planning.
• Define core competencies residents may need to enter practice prepared for continued advances in robotics, artificial intelligence, and digitally enabled orthopaedic care.

Co-Directors

Ahmed Emara, MD, and Aneesh Samineni, MD

Faculty

Martin Roche, MD

Join the conversation on how residency programs can embrace innovation while preparing future orthopaedic surgeons for an increasingly technology-driven operating room.

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

Digital musculoskeletal therapy companies now sit between millions of patients and orthopaedic care, sold directly to employers and health plans as a lower-cost alternative to in-person treatment. This final webinar in the AAOS Digital Health series maps the commercial landscape: who the major players are, what they actually deliver, how they are paid, and what the independent evidence does and does not show. Eric Swart and Ray Hwang examine how these programs reshape referral patterns and what surgeons are already seeing in their own practices. The session closes on the practical question of whether digital MSK is a threat to orthopaedic practice, a partnership opportunity, or both, and what surgeons and the Academy should do next.

Learning Obejctives

1. Describe the major categories of commercial digital MSK programs, including how they are structured, who purchases them, and how they generate revenue.
2. Evaluate the current evidence base for digital MSK therapy outcomes, including independent assessments, and distinguish where that evidence is strong from where it is thin.
3. Anticipate the effect of digital MSK programs on orthopaedic referral patterns and identify practical options for surgeons and practices to compete, partner, or engage.

Director

Eric Swart, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Raymond Hwang, 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

Foot and ankle injuries in elite athletes present unique diagnostic, treatment, and return-to-play challenges. In this interactive webinar, an internationally recognized faculty panel will use case-based discussions to examine common sports injuries, including lateral ankle instability, high ankle sprains, Achilles tendon injuries, peroneal tendon pathology, and turf toe. Participants will explore practical treatment algorithms, surgical considerations, rehabilitation strategies, and the complex factors influencing safe and timely return to competition.

Learning Objectives

• Identify key clinical and imaging findings associated with common foot and ankle injuries in elite athletes.
• Evaluate operative and nonoperative treatment strategies for ankle instability, syndesmotic injuries, Achilles and peroneal tendon pathology, and other common sports-related conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment and return-to-sport plans based on injury characteristics, athlete demands, timing within the competitive season, and case-based clinical scenarios.

Co-Directors

Arianna L. Gianakos, DO & Nicholas Strasser MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Ned Amendola, MD, FAAOS, Robert Anderson, MD, FAAOS, Kirk McCullough, MD, FAAOS, Eric Ferkel, 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 webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for free!

Description

Preparing for the ABOS Part II Oral Examination begins well before the exam itself. This webinar is designed for orthopaedic surgeons entering the 2028 ABOS Part II examination cycle and will provide practical guidance to help candidates understand the certification process, prepare for case collection, and establish strong documentation practices from the start.

Faculty will review key milestones in the Part II process, discuss case collection and selection considerations, and share strategies for maintaining clear, complete, and organized case records. Attendees will also gain practical insights into common challenges and how to approach preparation efficiently and confidently throughout the examination cycle.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the major requirements, milestones, and timeline associated with the 2028 ABOS Part II examination cycle.
• Apply effective strategies for case collection, documentation, and organization in preparation for the Part II Oral Examination.
• Identify common challenges and potential pitfalls encountered during the case collection and examination preparation process.
• Develop a proactive preparation plan to support efficient case management and readiness for the ABOS Part II Oral Examination.

Co-Directors

Dr. Salil Upsani and Dr. Youssra Marjoua

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.

Your Part II preparation starts with the cases you collect today. Learn how to get it right from the beginning!

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

Description

Orthopedic Surgery is evolving fast. While technology plays a major role, a lot of the transformation is happening in where and how we perform surgery. This program reviews the most recent advances in awake surgery of both extremities, hand, and spine, and establishes what can be done in the office setting, ambulatory surgery setting, and the hospital main operating room.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Learning about the spectrum of awake surgery in upper and lower extremity and spine
Objective 2: Exploring what can be done in various surgical settings: Hospital main OR; ASC; and in-off
Objective 3: Looking at the future of Orthopedic Surgery and the transformation in anesthesia and surgical venue choices

Director

Shafic Sraj, MD, MBA, FAAOS

Faculty

Kevin Plancher, MD, MPH, FAAOS, Asif Ilyas, MD, FAAOS, Alok Sharan, MD, FAAOS, Arianna Gianakos, DO, 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 webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for free!

Description

The direct anterior approach (DAA) to total hip arthroplasty presents a learning curve at every stage of experience—from initial adoption to increasingly complex primary and revision cases. This webinar will explore practical tips, techniques, and strategies to help surgeons optimize their current approach and continue advancing their skills.

Through expert insights, case examples, and discussion, faculty will address common challenges encountered throughout the DAA learning curve and share strategies for improving technique, efficiency, and decision-making. Whether new to the approach or an experienced DAA surgeon looking to expand indications and refine advanced techniques, attendees will gain practical takeaways to confidently progress to the next level of their practice.

Learning Objectives

• Identify common challenges and complications associated with the learning curve for direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip arthroplasty and strategies to overcome them.
• Apply practical techniques, technologies, and efficiency strategies to safely expand the use of DAA THA across increasingly complex cases.
• Evaluate when DAA THA is appropriate for their practice and identify opportunities to improve surgical skills and decision-making regardless of preferred approach.

Director

Alexander Sah, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Joel Matta, MD, Charles DeCook, MD, Jonathan Yerasimides, 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

Even routine primary total knee arthroplasty can quickly become complex when unexpected intraoperative challenges arise. This webinar will provide practical bailout strategies for navigating these high-stakes situations, with an emphasis on real-time decision-making, salvage techniques, and technical pearls.

Through expert discussion and case-based examples, faculty will address challenges related to alignment, stability, fracture management, and other scenarios in which the original operative plan may no longer apply. Designed to be relevant for surgeons across experience levels, this webinar will provide high-yield strategies and practical takeaways that can be applied immediately in practice.

Learning Objectives

Objective 1: Recognize common intraoperative complications encountered during primary TKA and identify early warning signs that require deviation
Objective 2: Apply practical bailout strategies for managing unexpected technical failures to restore fixation, stability, and alignment intraoperatively.
Objective 3: Develop systematic decision-making algorithms for implant selection, salvage reconstruction, and complication avoidance when routine primary arthroplasty goes off script.

Director

Joshua Rozell, MD, FAAOS

Faculty 

Elizabeth Gausden, MD, Cameron Ledford, MD, Jesse Wolfstadt, 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

Orthopaedic surgeons of all subspecialties take call and can face a predictable constellation of high-stakes fractures that demand confident decision-making and technical skill—often without subspecialty backup. Subtrochanteric femur fractures, arthroplasty for hip fractures, lower extremity fractures that need temporization and fasciotomy, a comminuted proximal humerus fracture each carry unique technical pitfalls that generate avoidable complications when poorly managed. Despite the frequency of these injuries, there can be a gap between current best-evidence practice and surgeon expertise. This interactive session closes that gap with high-yield cases, structured table-based discussion, and evidence-anchored solutions that translate directly to optimizing results in the OR.

Learning Objectives 

Objective 1: Discuss reduction techniques for hip fractures and definitive stabilization.
Objective 2:  Identify techniques for temporization of high stakes fractures, including completing a fasciotomy.
Objective 3: Describe treatment principles for a comminuted proximal humerus fracture

Director

Lisa Cannada, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Jana Davis, MD, Carol Lin, MD, Brian Millis, MD, Brianna Fram, 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.