OAOS 2026 Course Evaluation

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Did you perceive any BIAS in any presentation or by any presenter?

*If yes please explain bias by presenter:

Did you perceive any COMMERCIALISM in any presentation or by any presenter?

*If yes please explain commercialism:

Attendance Method

I certify that I attended the following number of hours on September 25-26, 2026:

Enter total number of LECTURE hours attended on FRIDAY, Sep 25th:

Maximum of 7.5 CME

Enter total number of LECTURE hours attended on SATURDAY, Sep 26th:

Maximum of 4.5 CME

Enter TOTAL number of CME you are claiming:

Maximum of 12 CME

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Panel #1-As a result of the courses in the State of Orthopaedics Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Orfaly - Identify and apply opportunities for teaching, leadership, advocacy, research, and service that support professional growth, physician well-being, leadership development, and improved patient care throughout an orthopaedic career.
Gibson - Evaluate the impact of Medicare physician payment policies on orthopaedic practice and identify practical strategies and professional resources to address reimbursement challenges and support patient access to musculoskeletal care.
Brown - Apply evidence-based medicine principles by integrating the best available evidence, clinical expertise, and patient preferences to support individualized, shared decision-making in orthopaedic practice.
Did not attend

Panel #2-As a result of the courses in The Business of Medicine Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Workman - Evaluate strategies to strengthen financial resilience by assessing additional income opportunities and applying transferable business skills that support sound practice management and long-term career sustainability.
Leggett - Apply practical medicolegal risk management strategies, including effective communication, documentation, and informed consent, to reduce malpractice risk and improve patient care.
Did not attend

Panel #3-As a result of the courses in the Frontiers in Orthopaedics Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Paranjape - Evaluate the appropriate use of artificial intelligence in orthopaedic practice by applying evidence-based principles to enhance clinical efficiency while recognizing its limitations, ethical considerations, and potential sources of error.
Young - Apply evidence-based multimodal pain management strategies, including regional anesthesia and perioperative analgesia, to optimize outcomes for patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty while minimizing opioid use.
Mirarchi - Apply evidence-based strategies for patient selection and perioperative care to optimize outpatient orthopaedic surgery, improve patient outcomes and experience, and enhance healthcare resource utilization.
Did not attend

Panel #4-As a result of the courses in the Foundations in Orthopaedics Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Mildren - Evaluate the evidence for robotic-assisted versus conventional orthopaedic surgery and apply evidence-based decision-making to determine the appropriate role of technology and surgeon judgment in optimizing patient outcomes.
Gundle - Evaluate how evolving accreditation requirements and healthcare delivery models influence orthopaedic training, recruitment, and the professional development of new surgeons.
Did not attend

Panel #5-As a result of the courses in the Put Me in Coach! Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Hall - Evaluate the medical considerations, injury patterns, and clinical opportunities associated with providing orthopaedic care for athletes participating in non-mainstream sports.
John - Apply evidence-based sideline assessment, emergency preparedness, and triage strategies to recognize urgent conditions and facilitate appropriate transition of care for injured athletes.
Bayomy - Apply evidence-based principles of youth athlete development to counsel athletes, parents, and coaches on healthy sport participation, injury prevention, and long-term athletic development.
Cox - Apply evidence-based strategies, including technology-enabled patient engagement and coordinated communication with rehabilitation providers, to improve treatment adherence and rehabilitation outcomes.
Did not attend

Panel #6-As a result of the courses in the Now vs Then in Orthopaedics Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Meeker - Apply current evidence to optimize the surgical and perioperative management of ankle fractures, improving patient outcomes and functional recovery.
Tedesco - Evaluate the appropriate use of computer-assisted navigation in orthopaedic oncology by applying current evidence to optimize surgical planning, execution, and patient outcomes.
Lin - Apply patient-specific, evidence-based principles to the evaluation, referral, and surgical planning of adult spinal deformity to optimize alignment goals and clinical outcomes.
Did not attend

Panel #7-As a result of the courses in the Innovations - Hype or Here to Stay? Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Kurian - Apply current evidence to select appropriate shoulder arthroplasty implants, including stemmed and stemless designs, to optimize surgical decision-making and patient outcomes.
Wallace - Apply current evidence to the selection and management of limb lengthening techniques, recognizing appropriate indications, treatment options, and strategies to minimize complications and optimize patient outcomes.
Feinblatt - Evaluate the evidence supporting minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery to guide appropriate patient selection, surgical decision-making, and optimization of clinical outcomes.
Did not attend

Panel #9-As a result of the Checking In & Changing Gears Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Brown - Apply evidence-based strategies that promote professional fulfillment, emotional intelligence, and resilience to recognize and address burnout in orthopaedic practice.
Lieberman - Apply evidence-based fitness, conditioning, and injury prevention strategies to promote physical health, longevity, and well-being throughout an orthopaedic surgical career.
Turker - Evaluate factors that influence clinician well-being, patient experience, and organizational culture, and identify opportunities for leadership and advocacy to promote positive change within healthcare systems.
Did not attend

Panel #10-As a result of the courses in the Who Let the Dogmas Out? Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Wallace - Apply evidence-based limb salvage principles to select appropriate reconstructive strategies for segmental bone loss, nonunion, and post-traumatic defects to optimize patient outcomes.
Kong - Apply evidence-based principles of fracture remodeling to guide treatment decisions for pediatric fractures based on patient age, deformity characteristics, and expected remodeling potential.
Did not attend

Panel #11-As a result of the courses in the Rapid Fire - What's New in Spine, Foot & Ankle, Sports Medicine, Shoulder, Joint Reconstruction, Orthopaedic Oncology, Trauma, and Pediatric Orthopaedics Top 5 in 5 Panel, I am able to:

Rows	Agree	Neutral	Disagree
Identify recent trends and emerging technologies in spine, foot and ankle, sports medicine, shoulder, joint reconstruction, orthopaedic oncology (tumor), trauma, and pediatric orthopaedics to support evidence-based clinical decision-making.
Did not attend

Please provide comments about specific lectures or speakers to share with speakers - they love to hear your feedback!

Please list 2-3 ways in which you increased your knowledge or competence due to this activity:

Please list at least one change you anticipate making in patient care in your practice as a result of this activity:

Comments on the overall conference - events, venue, food, topics, speakers, etc.

Suggestions of Topics/Speakers for 2027:

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SAVE-the-DATE!! The OAOS 2027 Annual Orthopaedic Conference will be held on October 1-2, 2027 at the Sunriver Resort in Bend, OR.

Reservations are required one month in advance so plan a long weekend and book early!

OAOS 2026 COURSE EVALUATION