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Radiation exposure is a hidden burden in orthopaedic surgery

This article highlights the known risks associated with radiation exposure and outlines strategies for protection and education.
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Big advances in the Big Easy: AAOS 2026 redefines the Annual Meeting

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Protecting musculoskeletal care: Perspective of the president of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

Advocacy should never be about professional turf, but rather about preserving the quality of care our patients receive. When it comes to the ankle and leg, we need to lead the way and need your help.
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AAOS Updates Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Rotator Cuff Injuries

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) issued an updated Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) for the Management of Rotator Cuff Injuries, replacing the previous guideline from 2019. The ...
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Coding for interprofessional consultations via telephone, internet, or electronic health record

Codes are available to report evaluation and management services for consultations provided to a treating physician or other qualified health profession (QHP), performed by another specialized QHP ...
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Modular Fluted Stems Have Simplified Revision of the Femoral Component in Total Hip Arthroplasty

Revision total hip replacement is among the most challenging procedures in orthopaedic surgery. Revision of the failed femoral component can be complicated by substantial bone loss. The Paprosky ...
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Stopping GLP-1 Agonists 14 Days before Total Joint Arthroplasty May Reduce Anesthesia Risks

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists), such as semaglutide (e.g., Ozempic), have helped improve the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity.
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Climbing Revision Arthroplasty Rates Pose Financial Threat to Healthcare System

The aging of the baby-boomer population and advances in implant fixation, which have permitted total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) to be performed in younger patients, have ...
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Policy Restricting Headers in Youth Soccer Shows Promising Impact on Concussion Rates

A study presented at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting examined the impact of a policy implemented by the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to address youth players heading the soccer ball.
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The Hidden Dangers of E-Bikes: Orthopaedic Surgeons Warn of Rising Injury Risks for Riders of All Ages

As e-bike ridership surges in popularity, orthopaedic surgeons are sounding the alarm about the significant bone and joint injuries they can cause when used improperly ...
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Peruse the Orthopaedic Video Theater’s Extensive Library of High-End Clinical Videos in the Exhibit Hall

The Orthopaedic Video Theater (OVT) is a standout feature of every AAOS Annual Meeting, showcasing award-winning surgical technique videos from the esteemed OVT Plus collection, along with ...
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The Egyptian Orthopaedic Association Celebrates More than 75 Years as a Leader in Orthopaedics

The Egyptian Orthopaedic Association (EOA) is very proud to represent Egypt as the Guest Nation of the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting.