This course is modular in structure and highly interactive. Short, evidence-based lectures cover the key information required. Moderated case discussions in small groups will expand on each topic and help participants to develop decision-making skills in small group discussion and surgical management skills in the anatomical specimen lab. Participants will have the opportunity to share their experience with peers and international faculty. All factors related to achieving the best possible outcomes in complex and revision arthroplasty will be covered.

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Goal of the course

The AO Recon Course—Complex Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty teaches current concepts in the treatment of patients with a need for revision or complex primary arthroplasty in the hip and knee.

Target participants

This course is targeted at certified, experienced orthopedic surgeons who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in complex arthroplasty.

Course objectives

At the end of the event, the participants will be able to:

• Describe a systematic clinical, laboratory, and radiographic evaluation in revision and complex primary arthroplasty
• Optimize preoperative planning
• Adopt a patient-centered approach
• Optimize patients preoperatively to reduce complications 
• Describe and discuss safe and effective procedures for revision and complex primary arthroplasty
• Discuss the management of early and late problems or complications
• Communicate and facilitate a multidisciplinary team-based approach
• Apply best practice to optimize and document patient outcome

Registration fee

• Early Bird until May 12, 2023: CHF 2689.00
• Course Fee: CHF 2'988.00
  

Included in the registration fee are course material, coffee break, lunch break and course certificate.
Cancellation policy: 50% until 30 days before the event. No refund thereafter.

Accreditation

• UEMS-EACCME