AO Milestones
Your pathway to surgical proficiency
The AO Milestones program combines modern technology with the foundational strengths of traditional medical education to redefine orthopedic residency training. The program is designed to meet the rigorous standards set by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), ensuring orthopedic residents are well-prepared for the demands of today's rapidly evolving medical field.
Stand out and get recognized! AO Milestones' new digital badges verify your surgical expertise and boost your credibility across professional platforms.
Discover the adaptive learning modules
Master the Essentials of Orthopedics: Explore the expertly designed modules in Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis, Hip, Distal Radius and more.
- Available Globally: Comprehensive adaptive learning modules.
- Exclusive in North America: AO Milestones skills events.
Dive into our interactive modules and advance your surgical skills today!
Who benefits from AO Milestones?
1. Orthopedic Residents:
- Personalized learning journeys: Powered by an AI-driven adaptive learning algorithm, our platform tailors educational content to individual pace and proficiency, ensuring optimal understanding and interaction.
- Interactive educational tools: Utilize OSapp, Surgery Reference, and Branchtrack to engage students deeply, making learning both effective and enjoyable.
- Digital knowledge badge: verify your surgical expertise and boost your credibility across professional platforms
2. Residency Program Directors (RPDs):
- Seamless curriculum integration: Enhances existing training programs with cutting-edge adaptive learning technologies that support ACGME requirements.
- Objective skill assessment: Utilizes validated performance metrics to ensure residents meet critical competencies, aiding in objective evaluation and program accreditation.
- Detailed progress tracking and reporting: Allows faculty to monitor resident progress through sophisticated assessments, highlighting areas needing attention and fostering better educational outcomes.
Explore the AO Milestones program:
Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis:
Master the core principles of osteosynthesis as an excellent preparation for all upcoming modules. This module is ACCME accredited for a max. of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis and Hip:
Expand your expertise with this comprehensive introduction to AO Milestones that combines the Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis and Hip modules. These modules are ACCME accredited for a combined max. of 9.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Hip:
From initial assessments to postoperative care, this module equips you with advanced expertise in managing peritrochanteric, femoral neck, and other fractures. This module is ACCME accredited for a max. of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Distal Radius:
Develop mastery in diagnosing, treating, and managing distal radius fractures with this focused, expert-developed, focused ,and interactive module. This module is ACCME accredited for a max. of 5.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Ankle:
Enhance your expertise in evaluating and treating rotational ankle fractures through comprehensive training in diagnosis, surgical techniques, and postoperative care. This module is ACCME accredited for a max. of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Coming soon: Elbow & Forearm, Tibial Shaft.
AO Milestones: The next generation of trauma surgery education
- Adaptive learning programs: Features a cutting-edge adaptive learning system that dynamically adjusts educational content based on real-time assessments of learner progress and needs.
- Hands-on skills training: DEHST combines with Virtual Reality (VR) to create an interactive, comprehensive training that translates theoretical knowledge into practical surgical skills efficiently. DEHST customizes each training session to match a resident’s skill level, significantly enhancing technical proficiency and critical thinking. (1,2,3)
- Comprehensive assessments: Offer in-depth formative and summative evaluations that simulate real-world medical scenarios, allowing residents and program directors to continually assess and enhance learning outcomes.
1) Validity of a Novel Digitally Enhanced Skills Training Station for Freehand Distal Interlocking - PMC (nih.gov) Read
2) Digitally enhanced hands-on surgical training (DEHST) enhances the performance during freehand nail distal interlocking | Archives of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery (springer.com) Read
3) Assessment of the proficiency level of novices in distal intramedullary nail interlocking achieved through training with Digitally Enhanced Hands‑on Surgical Training (DEHST) Read
- AO Milestones delivers personalized, AI-enhanced learning that adapts in real-time, ensuring each resident masters skills at their own pace.
- Interactive, fun, and immersive training experiences with the hands-on skills training simulator DEHST, allowing residents to practice surgical techniques in a risk-free environment.
- Comprehensive, real-world scenario-based summative assessments provide clear, actionable insights into resident proficiency.
Tailored learning
Adaptive modules that respond in real-time to your individual learning needs for maximum efficiency.
Insightful analytics
Continuous, multifaceted assessments provide deep insights for tailored coaching and skill development.
Realistic practice
Realistic simulations offer real-life scenarios with immediate feedback, enhancing your surgical skills.
Certification readiness
Rigorous assessment based on EPAs ensure you are fully prepared for clinical excellence.
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