Elevate Your Skills with World-Class Podiatric Training
AO North America’s DPM community is committed to advancing podiatric care through innovation, education, and research, providing specialized training to enhance expertise in foot and ankle surgery for DPMs and trainees.
About AO North America’s DPM Community
The AO North America DPM community thrives on fostering collaboration among podiatric professionals. By bringing together trainees, practicing DPMs, and educators, the community emphasizes continuous learning to elevate the standards of podiatric care. Jointly provided with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, AO North America offers a range of educational resources, including in-person courses and webinars. These opportunities are designed to ensure that DPMs remain at the forefront of their field.
What to Expect from the 2025 DPM Training Courses?
AO North America will host two in-person events for DPMs at different stages of their careers, as well as an upcoming webinar (stay tuned for more details). Let’s dive into what each of the courses offers:
Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs
Date: October 10-11, 2025
Location: Baltimore, MD
This two-day, in-person course is ideal for DPMs in training and early-career practitioners. It combines evidence-based lectures, hands-on skills labs, and small group discussions to provide practical knowledge and surgical techniques. Participants will learn the principles of foot and ankle trauma and reconstructive surgery, gaining valuable insights into fixation techniques and surgical decision-making.
Key features of the Basic Principles DPM course include:
- AO Skills Lab: Hands-on training to develop the practical skills needed for live surgery.
- Interactive Case Discussions: Small group discussions to explore decision-making, management, and surgical pitfalls.
- Practical Exercises: Training in applying essential fixation techniques for foot and ankle surgeries.
This course is perfect for DPM trainees, though practicing DPMs may also find it beneficial for honing their foundational skills.
Advanced Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma Surgery
Date: November 7-8, 2025
Location: Charlotte, NC
The Advanced DPM course is designed for those in the later stages of their training or experienced practitioners looking to expand their expertise in operative fracture management. This course focuses on treating more complex injuries and complications, incorporating the latest techniques and evidence-based practices.
Key features of the Advanced DPM course include:
- Pre-Course Learning: A self-assessment questionnaire and online presentations prepare participants for the in-person training.
- Small Group Discussions and Lectures: Focused sessions to enhance surgical decision-making and management skills.
- Practical Exercises: Training in advanced fixation techniques for specific fractures in the foot and ankle.
This course is essential for DPMs who want to stay at the cutting edge of operative fracture management techniques.
Why Attend These Courses?
Attending these courses can provide several benefits for DPMs, including:
- Enhancing surgical decision-making skills: The small group discussions and lectures in this course are designed to help participants improve their surgical decision-making abilities, which is crucial for managing fractures in the foot and ankle. These sessions cover important topics such as fracture classification, treatment options, and complications.
- Improving management skills: Besides decision-making skills, this course also focuses on developing skills specific to operative fracture management techniques. This includes learning how to apply advanced fixation techniques for different types of fractures in the foot and ankle.
- Learning from expert faculty: These courses are taught by experienced and renowned DPMs who share their extensive knowledge and expertise in applying AO principles to help participants improve their skills and expand their understanding of fracture management.
Meet the 2025 DPM Course Faculty
AO North America’s courses are led by a distinguished team of highly experienced DPMs. The faculty for the 2025 courses features an exceptional roster of experts dedicated to advancing education and excellence in the field, including:
Basics Course:
Advanced Course:
These experts bring years of hands-on experience and a passion for advancing the field of podiatric medicine.
Who Should Attend?
These courses are tailored to meet the educational needs of:
- DPM trainees looking to build a strong foundation in surgical principles.
- Practicing DPMs seeking to refine their techniques and learn the latest advancements in foot and ankle trauma surgery.
Whether at the start of your podiatric career or a seasoned professional, AO North America’s DPM training courses offer something for your experience level.
Next Steps
Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your skills in foot and ankle trauma and reconstructive surgery. Register today for these transformative educational experiences.
By attending these courses, you’ll not only gain invaluable skills but also join a community dedicated to advancing excellence in podiatric care. Take the next step in your career with AO North America’s DPM training programs.
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