AOSSM/AANA Specialty Day 2020-Handout - Introduction of Innovations Lecture

Handout - Introduction of Innovations Lecture

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The AANA Innovations Lecture Series, introduced by Larry D. Field, MD, President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA), highlights groundbreaking advancements in arthroscopic and related surgeries. This series showcases significant contributions in the field and offers insights from influential leaders and innovators.<br /><br />The inaugural speaker, Stephen S. Burkhart, MD, exemplifies this spirit of innovation. With a background in mechanical engineering from Rice University and medical training from the University of Texas and Mayo Clinic, Burkhart also completed a sports fellowship under Robert Larson in Eugene, OR. He currently practices with the San Antonio Orthopaedic Group, engages in private practice, holds an academic fellowship, and serves as Chairman of the Burkhart Orthopaedic Research Institute (BRIO).<br /><br />Burkhart’s distinguished career includes serving as past president of AANA (2002-2003) and the OLC. He has authored over 200 peer-reviewed scientific articles, contributed to 50 book chapters, and written three textbooks known as the “Cowboy Trilogy.” His prolific innovation work includes 50 U.S. patents and the development of approximately 700 surgical instruments and implants.<br /><br />His lecture emphasized the foundation of innovation as rooted in depth of knowledge, breadth of experience, and relentless tenacity. Burkhart’s contributions span education, leadership, and inventive advances, positioning him as a pioneering figure in arthroscopic surgery.<br /><br />The AANA Innovations Lecture Series aims to foster continuing education, research, and innovation by learning from leaders like Dr. Burkhart, thereby advancing the field of sports medicine and arthroscopy. For more information, visit www.sportsmed.org and www.aana.org.

Keywords

AANA Innovations Lecture Series

Larry D. Field MD

arthroscopy advancements

Stephen S. Burkhart MD

orthopaedic surgery innovation

Burkhart Orthopaedic Research Institute

arthroscopic surgical instruments

sports medicine education

AANA leadership

medical patents in surgery