Join us for two days of engaging presentations in four highly specialized tracks: Hip and Knee, Shoulder, Sports Medicine, and Spine. The Symposium, hosted by HSS Florida, in collaboration with the University of Miami Health System, brings together world-renowned faculty in orthopedics. Friday afternoon features cadaver robotic sessions followed on Saturday by presentations highlighting the latest advances in adult knee and hip arthroplasty, shoulder arthroplasty, joint preservation, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and spine surgery. Interactive and engaging case discussions, debates and didactic sessions will highlight the integration of innovative technology within the new paradigm of health care delivery.
Target Audience | This activity is targeted to orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, athletic trainers, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, residents, fellows, medical students, research professionals and allied health providers associated with orthopedics.
Symposium Directors
- Francis John Hornicek, Jr., MD, PhD | Chair, Orthopaedics | University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
- Martin W. Roche, MD | Director of Arthroplasty, HSS Florida | Hospital for Special Surgery
FOR ALL ONSITE ATTENDEES ONLY (Industry-Sponsored)
Robotics and Cadaver Lab: Friday, January 24, 2025, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
FOR KNEE & HIP CLINICIANS:
Agenda:
- Saturday, January 25, 7:15 am – 5:15 pm
Section Chairs:
- Victor H. Hernandez, MD | Chief, Division of of Arthroplasty & Adult Joint Reconstruction | University of Miami Health System
- David J. Mayman, MD | Chief, Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement Service | Hospital for Special Surgery
FOR SPINE CLINICIANS:
Agenda:
- Saturday, January 25, 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
Agenda Highlights:
- Artificial Intelligence in Spine Surgery
- Bone Metabolic Health in Spine: Preoperative, Postoperative & Preventative
- Nutrition Optimization Strategies to Avoid Spine Surgical Complications
- Early Recovery After Spine Surgery (ERAS): Multimodal Pain Management Protocols & Other Early Recovery Approaches
Section Chairs:
- Joseph P. Gjolaj, MD, MBA, FACS, FAOA | Professor & Chief of Orthopaedic Spine Surgery | University of Miami Health System
- Sheeraz Qureshi, MD, MBA | Co-Chief, HSS Spine | Hospital for Special Surgery
- Andrew A. Sama, MD | Co-Chief, HSS Spine | Hospital for Special Surgery
FOR SPORTS MEDICINE CLINICIANS:
Agenda:
- Saturday, January 25, 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
Section Chairs:
- Andrew D. Pearle, MD | Chief, Sports Medicine Institute | Hospital for Special Surgery
- Ross Wodicka, MD | Orthopedic Surgeon | Holy Cross Hospital
FOR SHOULDER CLINICIANS:
Agenda:
- Saturday, January 25, 7:15 am - 5:15 pm
Agenda Highlights:
- Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: Robotics & Navigation
- Evolving Technique in Rotator Cuff Surgery and Biologics
- Emerging Technology in Patient Care: AI | ML | The Future
Section Chairs:
- Jonathan C. Levy, MD | Levy Shoulder Center | Paley Orthopedic and Spine Institute
- Ryan W. Simovitch, MD | Director, Shoulder Division | Hospital for Special Surgery Florida
Learning Objectives | HSS continuing medical education activities are intended to improve the quality of patient care and safety. At the completion of the course, the participant should be able to:
- Discuss the role that new and advanced techniques and technologies have in various disciplines of orthopedic surgery including knee and hip, shoulder and spine;
- Discuss evidence-based strategies in the management of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions as they relate to cutting edge developments in their respective fields;
- Debate the value of new technologies and their integration within the new paradigm of health care delivery and assess the applicability for such new advances in practice;
- Recognize the limitations and benefits of technologies and techniques as they relate to current orthopedic practice.
Acknowledgements | Funding support for this program is pending.
Registration Information and Assistance | For registration assistance or any other questions, contact HSS Continuing Education at 212.606.1057 or continuingeducation@hss.edu.
Confirmations | All registered participants will receive a confirmation via e-mail.
Refund Policy | A cancellation charge of $75 will be deducted from the registration fee for cancellations.
Hospital for Special Surgery reserves the right to cancel this course. In the unlikely event the course is canceled, HSS will issue a full refund of the registration fee, but will not be responsible for any other charges incurred by the registrant due to the cancellation of the course.
Accommodations | The course will be held at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa, 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316-2414. A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the special rate of $399.00/night and exclusive of resort fees ($20.00/day) and applicable state and local taxes, fees and assessments. To take advantage of this special rate, please use the reservation portal linked here. The group rate is guaranteed if reservations are made on or before Monday, December 23, 2024. Any reservations made after the cutoff date shall be at the hotel's prevailing rate
Please Note | This program may be recorded, filmed or photographed. By attending this program, you give permission to Hospital for Special Surgery to use your voice and likeness for any purpose (promotional, educational, or other), in any medium, and without remuneration of any kind to you.
For More | Go to www.hss.edu/cme for a complete calendar of scheduled live and online CME activities.
Special Needs | Hospital for Special Surgery is accessible for individuals with disabilities or special needs. Participants with special needs are requested to contact the Office of Continuing Medical Education at 212.606.1057.
