When: February 18-19, 2022
Where: The Orthopaedic Learning Center (OLC) - Rosemont, IL 60018
Intended for arthroscopy fellows completing their training and preparing for practice along with PGY5 residents with an interest in arthroscopy and sports medicine, this 1 ½-day advanced skills course features extensive cadaver lab time for hands-on open and arthroscopic surgical skills development as well as relevant updates on current techniques. Lab sessions are enhanced with interactive demonstrations and discussions, including audience participation on topics such as making diagnoses, operative procedures, patient cases and practice management. The ultimate goal is for participants to look back on this weekend as one of the greatest educational experiences of their careers.
One of the most unique features of this course is its design. Each participant will select one joint to focus on for didactics and cadaver lab as well as attend general instructional sessions incorporating all three joints. In addition to practicing in the surgical cadaver lab, participants will train on the world’s most cutting-edge virtual arthroscopy simulators and have the exclusive opportunity to participate in a diagnostic and interventional ultrasound dry lab session. This course is returning for its sixth year, and already residency and fellowship directors are choosing to send their residents and fellows for the breadth of the curriculum and intellectual insight of the faculty. All instructors are carefully selected for their dedication to teaching, depth of knowledge, surgical skills and expertise as lab instructors.
Purposely timed mid-scholastic year, this course offers an exclusive chance to both review prior skills and preview new ideas and techniques as participants head toward completion of this phase of their education and move closer to their own practice.
This course is enhanced with the AANA Safe StridesTM initiative to ensure your safety and comfort during in-person interactions. Learn more.
Course Co-Chairs:
Michael J. Alaia, M.D.
Jovan R. Laskovski, M.D., FAANA
Brian R. Waterman, M.D., FAANA
Master Faculty:
Cory Edgar, M.D., Ph.D.
Josef K. Eichinger, M.D., FAANA
Pricing:
Hip General Registration: $2,199
Knee General Registration: $2,199
Shoulder General Registration: $2,199
Registration
Registration is limited to orthopaedic residents and fellows. Please log-in or create an account to register for this event.
Agenda
CME Information
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this course the participant will be able to:
- Identify routine and advances surgical techniques for the hip, knee, and/or shoulder to further understanding and technical skill in joint arthroscopy.
- Recognize the open surgical techniques necessary for extra articular repair or reconstruction of the hip, knee, and/or shoulder.
- Gain awareness of aspects surrounding orthopaedic practice management as well as office development, decision-making, and office procedure.
AANA Mobile App
This course will be available for participants to download at least 1 week prior to the course start date on the AANA Mobile app. It is available on Android, iOS, and Amazon Kindle.
Target Audience
The primary target audience for the 5th Annual Fellows Course are Orthopaedic Fellows and Chief Residents.
Statement of Need
AANA has determined the need for this live educational activity based on identifying professional practice gaps, previous course evaluations and the AANA Self-Assessment Examination. The educational content of this activity was based upon current issues and topics provided by AANA planning committees and membership.
Continuing Medical Education/Credit Designation
The Arthroscopy Association of North America is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Arthroscopy Association of North America designates this live activity for a maximum of 18.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This activity may also help fulfill the Maintenance of Certification credit requirements mandated by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Travel and Hotel Information
All Advanced Lab Courses and Resident/Fellow courses are held at the OLC Education & Conference Center in Rosemont, IL.
Air Travel and Ground Transportation
Please fly into O'Hare International Airport (ORD). The Hampton Inn & Suites offers complimentary shuttle service from O'Hare International Airport.
Gant Travel is the official travel management company for AANA. Please identify yourself as an AANA Course participant. Gant Travel offers full mileage credit for frequent flyers.
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Hotel Accommodations
For your convenience AANA has reserved a block of rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites Rosemont Chicago O’Hare (9480 W. Higgins Road, Rosemont, IL 60018). The room rate is $119.00 per night plus tax (subject to change). Reservations can be made up to four weeks prior to the course.
For hotel reservations please call (847) 692–3000 and identify yourself as an Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) registrant or click here.
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More Information
Request for refunds, cancellation, or course transfer must be received in writing by the AANA office at least four weeks prior to the start of the course. Visit our Lab Courses Policies page for full details.
For other questions, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Course content and faculty subject to change.