AANA Lab Course 910 - Patellofemoral Joint Preservation-Course Agenda

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The 2019 AANA Patellofemoral Joint Preservation Lab Course is a specialized, two-day surgical skills program focused on comprehensive techniques for preserving the patellofemoral joint. Held September 6-7, 2019 at the Orthopaedic Learning Center in Rosemont, Illinois, the course offers one-on-one cadaveric instruction with expert faculty, combining lectures, technique videos, live demonstrations, case-based discussions, and hands-on labs. It targets orthopedic surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals seeking to enhance competence in treating patellofemoral malalignment, instability, and cartilage lesions.<br /><br />Key surgical skills taught include tibial tubercle osteotomies (anteromedialization, distalization, anteriorization), soft tissue stabilization procedures (MPFL reconstruction, lateral lengthening, MPTL, patellar tendon shortening), and advanced cartilage restoration (OATS, microfracture, MACI, osteochondral allograft) and patellofemoral arthroplasty. The training emphasizes surgical decision-making, optimizing outcomes, rehabilitation protocols, and complication management.<br /><br />Participants earn up to 15 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits. Benefits include access to a state-of-the-art simulation room, online post-course content, and course materials available via a mobile app. Registration details include discounted early-bird pricing by July 7, 2019, with various rates for members, non-members, military, early-career physicians, residents/fellows, and physician assistants.<br /><br />The agenda includes expert lectures on anatomy, clinical evaluation, imaging, surgical indications, and cartilage restoration; moderated surgical demonstrations; two cadaveric hands-on lab sessions; and small group discussions. Faculty comprises noted experts and course chairs Drs. William Bugbee and Seth Sherman, along with a broad faculty roster.<br /><br />The course addresses identified educational gaps in arthroscopic surgery and patellofemoral joint preservation and is accredited by the ACCME through AANA to provide CME credits. It aims to improve participant knowledge, surgical skills, and patient outcomes in patellofemoral joint care. Registration and additional details are available at AANA.org/PF.

Keywords

AANA 2019 Patellofemoral Joint Preservation Lab Course

patellofemoral joint preservation

tibial tubercle osteotomy

MPFL reconstruction

cartilage restoration techniques

patellofemoral arthroplasty

orthopedic surgical skills training

cadaveric surgical instruction

CME credits in orthopedics

arthroscopic surgery education