AANA19 Foot & Ankle Access Pass-Friday Scientific Program

Friday Scientific Program

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The AANA19 scientific program on Friday, May 3, 2019, features a comprehensive lineup of registrations, exhibits, lectures, and concurrent scientific sessions focused on arthroscopic surgery and orthopaedics.<br /><br />The day begins with registration and exhibits opening early, followed by instructional course lectures before breakfast. Concurrent scientific sessions run from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in multiple areas: Knee, Elbow and Wrist, and Foot and Ankle. These sessions consist of moderated presentations including topics like meniscus repair, UCL tears, wrist arthroscopy, and Achilles tendon rehabilitation, accompanied by symposia addressing cartilage repair, elbow injuries, and foot and ankle challenges.<br /><br />At 11:10 a.m., a live surgery simulcast on shoulder instability with bone loss is featured in Florida Exhibition Hall E, demonstrating novel arthroscopic treatment options. Following this is the Caspari Society presentation and the Presidential Guest Speaker, Kevin Reilly, who shares his inspirational story of overcoming disabilities through fortitude and faith.<br /><br />Lunch includes industry presentations and a "Devices and Desserts" session. Afternoon sessions (3:10–5 p.m.) comprise concurrent paper presentations and symposia across six topics: Knee, Meniscus and Patellofemoral disorders, Shoulder (including instability), and Hip. These cover clinical outcomes, surgical techniques, biomechanical studies, rehabilitation, and emerging treatments. Sessions also highlight controversies in the field such as timing of ACL surgery, labral repair versus reconstruction, and managing hip arthritis.<br /><br />Additional programs include an Emerging Leaders session focusing on career development (2:30–4 p.m.) and a Residents and Fellows Day offering guidance on business aspects of medicine (4–8 p.m.). Evening events feature instructional course lectures and an exclusive AANA Education Foundation Donor Reception Casino Night celebrating donors and new society members.<br /><br />Overall, the program provides a robust mix of cutting-edge research, clinical instruction, live demonstrations, leadership training, and networking opportunities aimed at advancing arthroscopic knowledge and practice.

Keywords

AANA19

arthroscopic surgery

orthopaedics

meniscus repair

UCL tears

wrist arthroscopy

Achilles tendon rehabilitation

shoulder instability

ACL surgery timing

hip arthritis management