Apr 14, 2023 | Patient Outcomes, The Augment Podcast, Young Arthroplasty Group
In this episode, Augment hosts Jenna A. Bernstein, MD and Kevin A. Sonn, MD are joined by Michael Blankstein, MD, MSc, FRCSC to discuss Optimizing Outcomes in Obese TJA Patients. The discussion includes Dr. Blankstein’s adjustments to his practice from using hard BMI...
Apr 7, 2023 | CME, Patient Outcomes, Webinars
Complications with the Anterior Approach to Total Hip Arthroplasty: Identification, Prevention and Management Tuesday, April 11 | 8:00 p.m. Eastern / 7:00 p.m. Central Register for this webinar on complications that may occur with direct anterior THA, including how...
Mar 17, 2023 | Guidelines, Patient Outcomes, Research
AAHKS and the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) have released a summary of our new guideline, titled “the Optimal Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty for Patients with Symptomatic Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis or Osteonecrosis Who Have Failed...
Mar 10, 2023 | AJRR, Patient Outcomes, Performance Measures
The AAOS Registry Program is pleased to announce the availability of the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) 2022 Annual Report Supplement. AJRR is the official registry of AAHKS. The report offers actionable information to guide physician and patient...
Apr 8, 2022 | Humanitarian Organizations, International, Patient Outcomes
AAHKS member and Past President Brian S. Parsley, MD recently traveled to Antigua, Guatemala to celebrate the grand reopening of the new operating rooms and expanded ward capacity at the Obras Sociales del Santo Hermano Pedro Hospital. This renovation will expand...
Mar 24, 2022 | Guidelines, Patient Outcomes
AAHKS and the American College of Rheumatology are seeking patient volunteers to participate in developing guidelines on indications for TKA and THA. The clinical practice guidelines help ensure high-quality, evidence-based care, including recommendations on best...
