2022 APTA DC Virtual Spring Meeting

7:00 pm - APTA DC Spring Meeting

7:30 pm - Ask a Doc: A Conversation With Renowned Orthopedic Physicians on the Latest in Their Field and the Implications for Physical Therapy

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Physicians from the Center for Advanced Orthopedics will present on the latest advances in their field of study including the newest developments in total joint replacements, foot and ankle surgery, and management of upper extremity injuries. The physicians will discuss implications for physical therapy. Following the presentation, there will be a Q&A session where participants can submit questions that they've always wanted to ask an orthopedic surgeon.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this course, the participant will be able to:

1. Summarize the latest advancements in total joint replacement surgery.
2. Discuss the newest surgical approaches for foot and ankle surgery.
3. Describe the management of upper extremity orthopedic injuries.
4. Discuss physical therapist's role in the rehabilitation of individuals with orthopedic injuries including a changing model for delivery of services.