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#AAHKS2025 Coming Two Weeks Early

Now that the 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting has concluded, it is time to focus on the upcoming 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting, taking place two weeks earlier than usual Oct. 23-26 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine (Dallas), Texas. Save the date for...

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Shop AAHKS Gear While Supporting FARE

Visit the AAHKS Online Shop to browse our collection of AAHKS-branded apparel and accessories. With a wide selection for adults, children, the home and practice, the AAHKS Shop has many options available for purchase. Profits from the Online Shop directly benefit the...

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New AAHKS Staff Hires

AAHKS is thrilled to welcome two new members to our team! Ajla Smajlovic is the new AAHKS Membership Specialist, who brings nearly 10 years of experience in health care in a variety of settings supporting patients and colleagues in meaningful ways. Outside of work,...

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Most Popular Stories in April

Registration for the April 28 “Faculty vs. Fellows Case Conference” FOCAL webinar was the most popular link in April. A recording will be posted soon here.  Information on submitting an abstract, both for innovative symposia and original research for podium/poster...

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AAHKS Writes Congress to Oppose Scope Creep

This week, AAHKS joined more than 100 other national and state medical societies in writing to Congressional leaders in strong opposition to S. 106/H.R. 539, the “Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2025,” which would amend the Social Security Act’s...

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One Week Until AAHKS Spring Meeting

The 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting begins next week in Scottsdale, Ariz., and there are still a few spots remaining. Join this unique, small-group learning experience for top-tier education from renowned leaders in the field of arthroplasty. At the new "Ask the Experts"...

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FOCAL Webinar Reminder

Faculty Vs. Fellows Case Conference  April 28, 2025  7:00 p.m. Central | 8:00 p.m. Eastern    This FOCAL webinar pits arthroplasty surgeons in training against established surgeons to compare approaches, techniques and outcomes. Arthroplasty fellows from Washington...

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Renew AAHKS Membership Before April 30 Deadline

Thank you to all members who have renewed AAHKS membership for 2025! For those who have yet to submit payment, your account is now past due and will be dropped by the end of April. Renew your membership today to support this mission and continue your access to the...

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Two Week Until AAHKS Spring Meeting

There are just two weeks remaining until the 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting begins in Scottsdale on May 1 – and there are still a few spots remaining. If you’re an Arizona local or are looking for an upcoming opportunity to earn up to 15.5 CME credits, register for the...

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Register for CME Webinar on Prior Authorization

Overcoming the Hurdles and Headaches of Prior Authorization in Your Practice  April 22, 2025 7 p.m. Central | 8 p.m. Eastern  Don't miss next week’s CME webinar on Prior Authorization (PA), the pre-approval mechanism used by insurance providers. Moderators Michael P....

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New Research Published in JOA and AT

The Journal of Arthroplasty’s (JOA) May 2025 issue and Arthroplasty Today's (AT) April 2025 issue have both been published online. Highlights from the tables of content include articles addressing demographics of the fellowship match, oral antibiotics prophylaxis, a...

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AT/JOA Call for Reviewers

Looking for ways to get more involved in research Looking for ways to get more involved in research and help contribute to scholarly journals? The JOA and AT are seeking qualified arthroplasty surgeons, researchers and surgeons-in-training to become peer reviewers. If...

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Most Popular Stories in March

Visits to the 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting page topped the list of most viewed content in March, with this year’s event evolving to feature more “quick hitter” surgical tips and direct case-based education from leading surgeons.  News readers wanted to learn more about...

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Don’t Miss This Month’s FOCAL Webinar

Management of the Young Adult Hip: Arthroscopy, Hip Preservation and Arthroplasty Indications and Results  Monday, March 31, 2025  8:00 p.m. Eastern | 7:00 p.m. Central  Join faculty members Atul F. Kamath, MD, Christopher A. Potts, MD and Jeffrey K. Lange, MD for an...

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2025-2026 AAHKS President Elected

R. Michael Meneghini, MD, took office this week as the 2025-2026 President of AAHKS. Dr. Meneghini is the founder and CEO of the Indiana Orthopaedic Institute (IOI) and Chief Market Development Officer for Health Outcomes Performance Company; prior to founding IOI,...

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AAHKS Board Convenes in San Diego

The AAHKS Board of Directors met on Wednesday, March 12 during the AAOS Annual Meeting in San Diego. At the meeting, AAHKS leaders celebrated the contributions of outgoing Board and Committee members whose terms concluded this week and welcomed a slate of new and...

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New AAHKS Leaders Take Office

During the Board meeting this week, several new members officially began their terms on the AAHKS Board of Directors: Gregory G. Polkowski II, MD, MSc as Third Vice President and Ugonna N. Ihekweazu, MD and Jonathan M. Vigdorchik, MD as Members-at-Large. Matthew P....

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Renew AAHKS Membership Before Deadline

Thank you to all members who have renewed AAHKS membership for 2025! For those who have yet to submit payment, your account is now past due and will be dropped by the end of April. Renew your membership today to support this mission and continue your access to the...

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AAHKS Staff Changes

On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff, please join us in wishing Eileen Lusk the best with her next chapter - retirement! Eileen was our longest-standing employee and previously managed the Annual Meeting; she retired this week as Senior Membership Director....

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Submit Your Abstract Today

AAHKS is now accepting abstracts for consideration for the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting program. AAHKS is seeking abstracts for both cutting-edge, interactive symposia presentations and original, unpublished research abstracts for podium and poster presentations. Don't...

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Get Ready for the AAHKS Spring Meeting

Hip and knee arthroplasty surgeries are experiencing significant growth, driven by factors like an aging population, rising obesity rates and advancements in surgical techniques. Are you ready? The Spring Meeting, being held May 1-3 in Scottsdale, Arizona, can help...

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Abstract Submission Opening Monday

AAHKS will begin accepting abstracts for consideration for the 2025 AAHKS Annual Meeting program on Monday, March 3. AAHKS is seeking abstracts for both cutting-edge, interactive symposia presentations and original, unpublished research abstracts for podium and poster...

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AAHKS Membership Renewal Reminder

Have you renewed your membership for 2025? For those who have yet to submit payment, your account is now past due and in danger of termination. There are three ways to renew:  Online: Login to the AAHKS website, click on “Renew” and enter payment information. You can...

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Spring Meeting Symposia Finalized

Join us May 1-3 in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting and experience leading-edge presentations from international leaders in arthroplasty. Capped at 250 attendees, the meeting is an intimate gathering of faculty and surgeons emphasizing case-based...

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Reminder: FOCAL Webinar Next Week

Antibiotic Spacer Options for PJI of the Hip and Knee Monday, Feb. 24, 2025 7:00 p.m. Central | 8:00 p.m. Eastern   Join this interactive webinar, specifically designed for early career arthroplasty surgeons and AITs, to explore different techniques and approaches for...

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Spring Meeting Shaking Up Format

If you’ve attended the AAHKS Spring Meeting in past years, join us this year for a familiar yet refreshed experience, designed to enhance the learning experience and opportunities. New “ask the experts” interactive talks and topics have been added to the main session;...

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Latest Research Published Online

The Journal of Arthroplasty (JOA) and Arthroplasty Today (AT) both have new issues published online. The March 2025 JOA includes a guest editorial from the AAHKS Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) on using social media to enhance your practice and research on a diverse...

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New Episode of The Cut!

Each month, the Journal of Arthroplasty’s (JOA): The Cut podcast provides in-depth discussion of articles recently published in the journal. For February’s episode, host Serena Taylor, MD was joined by Kimberly K. Tucker, MD, Elizabeth G. Lieberman, MD and Carl L....

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Most Popular News Stories in January

Registration for a collaborative webinar as part of the British Hip Society’s “Global Reach” series, which presented three diverse cases and different approaches to each from a British and American perspective. Watch the recording.  Once registration opened in...

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Registration Open for Next FOCAL Webinar

Antibiotic Spacer Options for PJI of the Hip and Knee Monday, Feb. 24, 2025 7:00 p.m. Central | 8:00 p.m. Eastern  Join this interactive webinar, specifically designed for early career arthroplasty surgeons and AITs, to explore different techniques and approaches for...

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Visit the New AAHKS LEARN Platform

This fall, AAHKS transitioned to a new online learning platform to better meet our members’ needs of more online learning opportunities, improved functionality and easier access to virtual learning. The improved LEARN platform is now up and running, with more content...

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Don’t Forget to Claim Your CME

CME credits have been posted to AAHKS accounts for attendees of the 2024 AAHKS Annual Meeting, in person or virtual. Please log in to your member account and select the “Claim CME Credit” page. You will see the 2024 Annual Meeting listed, as well as any other recent...

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Don’t Miss Next Week’s FOCAL Webinar

PFRs, DFRs, TFRs: When, Who, Why & How?  Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 8:00 p.m. Eastern | 7:00 p.m. Central   Brett L. Hayden, MD, Aldo M. Riesgo, MD, FAAOS and Peter A. Surace, MD will each address PFR, DFR and Total femurs, focusing on indications, high-yield tips and...

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New Year, New Strategic Plan

Last year following their Leadership Retreat, the AAHKS Board of Directors approved a new 2025-2027 Strategic Plan with an updated Mission, “Excellence in hip and knee care” and Vision, “To be the definitive global authority in hip and knee care”. We are committed to...

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Call for Research Proposals

The Foundation for Arthroplasty Research and Education (FARE) invites initial applications for its Spring 2025 grant cycle. The deadline for submission of the Letter of Intent (LOI) is Monday, Feb. 3, 2025.  AAHKS Research Committee will review all LOIs, and...

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Happy New Year from AAHKS!

AAHKS hopes all members, their families, institutions and patients enjoyed a healthy holiday season and are looking forward to a bright new year. Ensure you stay connected to your orthopaedic community by renewing your AAHKS membership for 2025. There are three ways...

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Secure Your Spot at 2025 AAHKS Spring Meeting

Registration is now open for the AAHKS Spring Meeting, taking place May 1-3, 2025 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Arthroplasty surgeons, faculty and exhibitors will convene at this case-based meeting, designed to equip practicing orthopaedic surgeons with novel techniques and...

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Register for January FOCAL Webinar

PFRs, DFRs, TFRS: When, Who, Why & How? Jan. 20, 2025 7:00 p.m. Central | 8:00 p.m. Eastern   Faculty members Michael R. Bloomfield, MD, Brett L. Hayden, MD, Aldo M. Riesgo, MD, FAAOS and Peter A. Surace, MD will address PFR, DFR and Total femurs, focusing on...

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Fellowship Grant Application Portal Opens

The AAHKS Fellowship Education Improvement and Innovation Program awards grant money to Adult Reconstruction Fellowship Programs to address targeted areas of improvement, including patient optimization, high risk patients, diverse patient populations, registry-based...

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