AO Milestones
Your pathway to surgical proficiency
At AO Milestones, we integrate modern technology with the foundational strengths of traditional medical education to redefine orthopedic residency training. Our 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.
Discover our adaptive learning programs
Master the Essentials of Orthopedics: Explore our expertly designed programs in Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis, Hip, Distal Radius and more.
- Available Globally: Comprehensive adaptive learning programs.
- Exclusive in North America: AO Milestones skills events.
Dive into our interactive programs and advance your surgical skills today!
Who Benefits from AO Milestones?
1. 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.
2. 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.
- Realistic Surgical Practice: Residents engage in hands-on training with simulators (DEHST) for psychomotor skills and Virtual Reality simulations. These tools provide near-real-life surgical environments, enhancing practical skills in a risk-free setting.
3. Medical Faculty:
- Interactive Educational Tools: Utilize OSapp(1), Surgery Reference, and Branchtrack to engage students deeply, making learning both effective and enjoyable.
1 Beyond Textbooks: Interactive Learning of Biomechanical Principles of Osteosynthesis with an Online Tool for Orthopaedic Residents Read
- Detailed Progress Tracking and Reporting: Detailed Progress Tracking and Reporting: Allows faculty to monitor resident progress through sophisticated assessments, highlighting areas needing attention and fostering better educational outcomes.
Explore Our Specialized Learning Programs:
Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis:
Master the core principles with our Master orthopedic fundamentals with our focused adaptive learning program.
Fundamentals of Osteosynthesis and Hip:
Expand your expertise with comprehensive adaptive training covering both fundamentals and hip procedures.
Hip:
Explore the comprehensive Hip program from AO Milestones, designed to equip orthopedic residents with advanced knowledge and skills in hip surgery.
Distal Radius:
Master the treatment of wrist fractures with this focused program. Learn effective diagnostic and management techniques through interactive content and expert guidance.
Ankle:
Enhance your expertise in managing rotational ankle injuries with this comprehensive program. Learn to classify fractures, interpret imaging, and select appropriate treatment strategies. Master surgical techniques, fixation methods, and post-operative care to optimize patient outcomes.
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 programs 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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