About AO Recon North America
AO Recon North America is at the forefront of delivering exceptional educational opportunities for residents, fellows, and practicing orthopedic reconstructive surgeons. By providing a comprehensive approach that combines both conceptual understanding and practical application, our program ensures its participants are prepared to meet the complex challenges of modern joint replacement surgeries.
One of the key strengths of AO Recon NA is its dedication to hands-on learning. Through workshops, case discussions, and cutting-edge simulation techniques offered at in-person courses, participants can develop their technical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment. This practical exposure not only builds confidence but also bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world surgical scenarios. Additionally, our programs emphasize best practices and innovative techniques, ensuring surgeons are equipped with the tools to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
Beyond skills training, AO Recon NA fosters a strong professional network and sense of community. By connecting residents and early-career surgeons with experienced mentors and peers, the AO Recon NA creates valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration. This network of support and shared experience empowers participants to grow both professionally and personally, shaping the future of orthopedic surgery and advancing the standard of care in joint arthroplasty.
Upcoming Recon Courses
📅 October 3-4, 2025 |📍 Baltimore, MD
🔗 AO Recon NA Course—Principles of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
This interactive, modular course combines evidence-based lectures, case discussions, hands-on exercises, and peer collaboration to develop decision-making and surgical skills for achieving optimal outcomes in primary arthroplasty.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for second, third, and fourth-year orthopedic surgery residents.
📅 January 22-24, 2026 |📍 Tampa, FL
🔗 AO Recon NA Course: Comprehensive Periprosthetic Management of Hip and Knee
This 2.5-day course, led by expert faculty in an interactive setting with group discussions, cases, and anatomical exercises, aims to enhance surgeons’ skills in recognizing, classifying, planning, and performing procedures to improve patient outcomes after periprosthetic fractures around hip and knee prostheses.
Target Audience:
- Senior, experienced (more than 5 years) practicing surgeons:
- General orthopedic surgeons
- Fracture specialists
- Arthroplasty specialists
- Surgeons experienced with both trauma and arthroplasty
AO Recon North America offers advanced webinars and courses for orthopedic surgery residents, reconstructive fellows, general orthopedic surgeons, fracture specialists, arthroplasty experts, and surgeons with experience in both trauma and arthroplasty.
