University of Ottawa - Office of Continuing Professional Development

15th Symposium on Joint Preserving and Minimally Invasive Surgery of the Hip: Hip Instability - A Consensus Meeting
2025-06-05 - 2025-06-07 | Hotel Le Concorde, 1225 Cours du Général-de Montcalm, Québec, Québec, G1R 4W6, Canada
15th Symposium on Joint Preserving and Minimally Invasive Surgery of the HipHip Instability – A Consensus MeetingJune 5-7, 2025 | In personHôtel Le Concorde (1225 Cours du Général-de Montcalm, Québec, QC)Register Now!View program or learn more!Sponsorship opportunities
The University of Ottawa, Division of Orthopaedics is proud to offer the 15th Symposium on Joint Preserving and Minimally Invasive Surgery of the Hip to be held June 5-7, 2025 in historical Québec City, Canada. We have developed a 2 1⁄2 days symposium dedicated to a scientific and practice oriented discussion of current topics and controversies in treating the young adult with hip pain. The 2025 program will cover varying topics, including hip arthroscopy, femoro-acetabular impingement (FAI) / dysplasia, hip resurfacing, less invasive hip replacement surgery, as well as expert panels to discuss controversies of out patient joint replacement, dual mobility, resurfacing and large ceramic heads.
Overall Learning Objectives By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Explain Differential Diagnosis and essential imaging of the painful pre-arthritic hip
Discuss current indications and results of osteotomies about the hip
Formulate a treatment algorithm for labral tears
Discuss the principles of hip arthroscopy
Explain techniques of labral repair as well as capsular management
Explain indications for new surgical approaches as well as their impact on rapid recovery programs
Explain investigation of the painful metal on metal total hip
Recognize the clinical indications for various implant designs for both primary and revision hip surgery.

Accreditation This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development. You may claim a maximum of 17.25 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Through an agreement between the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert Royal College MOC credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert Royal College MOC credit to AMA credit can be found at https://edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications
Live educational activities recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) are deemed by the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) eligible for ECMEC®.
Questions? Please contact cpd@uottawa.ca.
*This symposium is available in English only*

6th Biennial National Capital Knee Symposium
2024-09-26 - 2024-09-27 | Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa, ON, K2K2W2, Canada
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This comprehensive symposium will address the spectrum of knee surgery from arthroscopy to joint preservation through to unicompartment and total joint arthroplasty. The course will emphasize decision making with lectures, panel discussion, debate of controversial topics, and complications. Various demonstrations will be performed by the faculty, including ultrasound sessions. The non-operative and rehab aspect of most of these conditions will be integrated into the discussion. This will be of specific interest to general physicians, physiotherapists, and athletic trainers.
September 26-27, 2024
In-person conference
Brookstreet Hotel, Ottawa (525 Legget Drive, Ottawa, Ontario)
Symposium website
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By the end of the educational activity, participants will be able to:

Accurately diagnose knee injuries and recognize the features that will dictate surgical technique;
Outline the alternatives for approaches to the treatment of challenging and controversial cases;
Recall the current up to date techniques of the complex knee arthroplasty;
Recognize common complications of knee surgery, primarily in effort to avoid them, and adjust technique to ensure the optimum patient outcomes;
Identify the anatomy of the knee with the use of ultrasound and demonstrate its use for intraarticular and intratendinous insertion

Accreditation
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development. You may claim a maximum of 11,50 hours (credits are automatically calculated). Through an agreement between the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert Royal College MOC credits to AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Information on the process to convert Royal College MOC credit to AMA credit can be found at https://edhub.ama-assn.org/pages/applications. Live educational activities recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) are deemed by the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) eligible for ECMEC®”
Ultrasound Workshop: This event is an Accredited Simulation Activity (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development. You may claim a maximum of 1,00 hour (credits are automatically calculated).
This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development for up to 12.50 Mainpro+ credits.
Accommodations
A block of rooms has been made available at the Brookstreet Hotel. Room rates begin at $209 + tax per night and can be booked by contacting the reservations department by phone (1-888-826-2220) or email (reservations@brookstreet.com) and quoting the event National Capital Knee Symposium. Reservation requests must be made by August 25, 2024 in order to qualify for the group rate.

Current Trends in Orthopaedics
2024-05-22 - 2024-05-28 | Hotel Catalonia Reina Victoria
The University of Ottawa Division of Orthopaedics is pleased to present Current Trends in Orthopaedics in beautiful Andalucía, Spain, May 22-28, 2024.
After the incredible success of our past meetings in the Loire Valley, France, and Sicily, Italy, we are now heading to one of the most beautiful cities in Spain – Ronda, Andalucía. With a history dating from the 6th Century BC, this beautiful Spanish town boasts a unique mix of natural beauty and preserved history. Tapas, fresh seafood, and delectable wines, never mind the great biking and hiking.
You won’t want to miss this extraordinary CME! As in past conferences, there will be an in-depth educational program concentrating on current trends in orthopaedics designed specifically for orthopaedic professionals. First-class speakers, interactive sessions, and case reviews are all accompanied with ample time for discussion.
The academic portion of the meeting is complemented by daily guided cycling and hiking options allowing you to explore the stunning Spanish countryside. The program includes accommodation at the lovely Hotel Catalonia Reina Victoria, gourmet dining, fabulous wines, and some of the best hiking and cycling in all of Spain.
Please join us to experience this fascinating and unique educational event. And, if your schedule permits, join us for the pre-trip in Seville, a city full of history and architectural wonders that boasts three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Alcázar Palace.
May 22-28, 2024
Andalucia, Spain
Seville Pre-Trip: May 19-22
15 RCPSC Section 1 Hours
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Questions?
Please contact Dale Grzegorcyk, Benefactor Travel.
