AO Recon Course—Comprehensive Shoulder Arthroplasty
A world-class curriculum course with anatomical specimen developed by renowned surgeons.
„The anatomical specimen lab was fantastic! Perfect exposure with time and anatomical structures. In the operating room I do not get to see this which helps me with decision making and improves dissection technique.”
Participant AO Davos Courses 2022
Elevate your expertise in shoulder arthroplasty with our comprehensive course. Designed as the initial step on your lifelong learning journey, this program covers fundamental principles and current concepts in the treatment of patients requiring primary arthroplasty for various pathologies.
Engage in a highly interactive learning experience with short, evidence-based lectures that provide the key information. Benefit from case discussions in small groups to enhance decision-making skills. Hands-on practical exercises including dry lab, or anatomical specimen allow you to apply the principles directly. Get up close with international and local faculty, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable insights from our esteemed experts.
Why you should choose this course
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Top national, regional, and international faculty
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Network with expert faculty and peers from all over the world
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CME credits, you get a certificate of completion
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World-class curriculum developed by renowned surgeons
Course Content
- Module 1—Primary glenohumeral arthritis
- Module 2—Rotator cuff insufficiency
- Module 3—Proximal humeral fractures
Module 1:
- Clinical evaluation and imaging studies for decision making
- Patient positioning and surgical approach
- Subscapularis management and humeral and glenoid exposure
- Prosthetic humeral head replacement in primary osteoarthritis
- Prosthetic glenoid replacement in primary osteoarthritis
Module 2:
- Basic principles of reverse shoulder arthroplasty
- Cuff arthropathy, etiology, and treatment
- Indications and contraindications for reverse shoulder arthroplasty
Module 3:
- Surgical treatment of humeral head fractures—indications for arthroplasty
- Hemiarthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures
- Reverse shoulder arthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures
- Primary glenohumeral arthritis
- Rotator cuff insufficiency
- Proximal humeral fractures
- Total shoulder arthroplasty without glenoid deformity
- Primary reverse shoulder arthroplasty for degenerative conditions without glenoid deformity
- Reverse shoulder arthroplasty with tuberosity fixation
Course details may be subject to change. Please check your chosen date and location for the detailed program.
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AO Recon Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Curriculum Task Force
Learn more about the AO Recon Shoulder Arthroplasty Curriculum Task Force members. Nominated by the Education Forum, these expert groups of arthroplasty surgeons develop the educational content for AO Recon's curriculum-based courses.