APEX Optimizing Surgical Outcomes for Knee & Shoulder Arthroscopy

Course Description

Featuring a world-class AANA, AMECRA and SLARD faculty made up of renowned arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgeons, this unique course is a global education opportunity like none other.

Additional agenda content includes:

Optimizing Knee Arthroscopy, Portals, Cadavers, and Using the ASSET Feedback Tool
Optimizing ACLR Graft Choices, Quad Tendon Technqiue, Fixation Options
Optimizing Instability Labral Repair: Bankart, SLAP
Distal Clavicle/Decompression

Course Chairs

Course Co-Chairs:
Mark R. Hutchinson, M.D., FAANA
Fernando Hernandez-Perez, M.D., FAANA

Course Learning Objectives

At the completion of this course the participant will be able to:

Comprehend current controversies in primary and revision intra- and extra-articular ligament reconstruction including the variation of contemporary technique options available today.
Formulate appropriate treatment algorithms in the management of articular cartilage defects and pathology as well as to learn the latest surgical technique options available to address these problems.
Identify and master arthroscopic skills from basic knot tying to the more complex arthroscopic surgical techniques for labral repair/instability surgery, basic and complex rotator cuff repair, and biceps management.
Understand the most important factors involved in thoughtful preoperative planning, intraoperative decision-making, and trouble-shooting using up-to-date expert opinion, experience and evidence.

Target Audience

The primary target audience for Optimizing Surgical Outcomes for Knee & Shoulder Arthroscopy course is AANA members and other healthcare professionals who desire to improve their arthroscopic knowledge, competence, performance, and patient outcomes.

Statement of Need

AANA has determined the need for this live educational activity based on identifying professional practice gaps, previous course evaluations and the AANA Self-Assessment Examination. The educational content of this activity was based upon current issues and topics provided by AANA Planning Committees and Membership.

Credit Designation

The Arthroscopic Association of North America is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Arthroscopic Association of North America designates this live activity for a maximum of 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity may also help fulfill the Maintenance of Certification credit requirements mandated by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Technical Requirements

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Technical Assistance

If you have questions concerning this enduring educational activity, please contact OnlineEducation@AANA.org

Summary

Availability:

On-Demand

Release on Jul 15, 2025 12:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Expires on Jul 14, 2028

Cost:

Member: $250.00
Non-Member: $350.00
ASES Member: $350.00

Credit Offered:

6 CME Credits