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The American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons advances hip and knee patient care through education, advocacy and research.

Rosemont, IL
Joined May 2011
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@AAHKS
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On #InternationalWomensDay , we honor our core value of inclusivity. With the lowest percentage of women surgeons, we will work to eliminate gender bias in orthopaedics. Watch full version for more comments and call to action.
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The only 7 #Black female #orthopaedic #surgeons who are #fellowship trained in arthroplasty, share their story for #BlackHistoryMonth . In a field dominated by white men, these remarkable women fought hard for respect amongst their peers. Learn how.
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Congratulations to Javad Parvizi who took office as the 33rd AAHKS President! Dr. Parvizi is a longtime member of #AAHKS , serving on the Nominating Committee, as a Board Member-at-Large and Chair of the Research Committee before joining the Presidential Line.
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Linda I. Suleiman, MD, a member of the @womenAAHKS Committee, has been selected by the National Minority Quality Forum as one of the 2021 "40 Under 40 Leaders in Minority Health," that are reducing health disparities. Congratulations Dr. Suleiman!!
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Welcome new @ArthroToday Social Media Editor, LTC Jaime L. Bellamy, DO, MS! @jaimelbellamyDO
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AAHKS President Javad Parvizi, MD, FRSC delivered the keynote address at #AAHKS2023 - American Dream, the Story of an Immigrant. Other immigrant arthroplasty surgeons shared their stories. Enjoy, from some of orthopaedics' most skillful surgeons
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Closing out another excellent event at #AAHKS2022 with a fireside chat with @LisaLeslie on promoting inclusion in respective professions. Sponsored by @DePuySynthes . #AAHKS is committed to creating #inclusion for everyone. @LindaSuleimanMD
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AAHKS Leadership and @womenAAHKS introduce their new video, "AAHKS Members as Allies," that demonstrates what to do when approached with harassment and tools on navigating discriminatory situations. #AAHKS is committed to supporting women in #orthopaedics
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Congratulations to AAHKS member Prem N. Ramkumar, MD, MBA, whose article "Devalue the Doctor: The Response of a Manipulated System to Orthopaedic Surgeons was published by @Forbes . The article discusses the journey of value-based care ...
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We have help for hip and knee patients during #coronavirus . Please share these tools at
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Congratulations to the #AAHKS2020 paper presenters for the 30th AAHKS Annual Meeting! View the full preliminary program
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Congratulations Hugo Rodriguez @hugortopedista on being named #Surgeonofthemonth by @JArthroplasty . The recognition is truly deserving.
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The Journal of Arthroplasty
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#Surgeonofthemonth : Hugo Rodríguez, MD @hugortopedista [Colombian, HIP Professor at @HIUSJ_Bogota @MI_FUCS ] Fun Facts: Usually the shy one Strives to increase Latin representation in ortho research Enthusiastic to learn with people around the world! #orthotwitter #medtwitter
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Yesterday #AAHKS President Richard Iorio, MD, passed the gavel to 2022 President Bryan Springer. Dr. Springer has been a member of AAHKS since 2007, but currently he's an attending #orthopaedic surgeon at the @OrthoCarolina Hip and Knee Center
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The AAHKS Program Committee and 2021 Program Chair, Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA are pleased to announce the program of presentations that have been selected for this year's AAHKS Annual Meeting. View the entire 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting program, clicking here
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A renowned #surgeon and now #AAHKS 33rd President - Javad Parvizi. In a recently published article, @Ryortho1 shares a little of Dr. Parvizi's career trajectory and his thoughts on where the field of infection science is headed. Read the full article here
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“AAHKS is deeply disappointed that the AMA RUC and CMS, despite our efforts over the last 21 months, chose not to give us credit for the pre-optimization work that they acknowledged is being done by our surgeons." James I. Huddleston III, MD @AAOSAdvocacy
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The @womenAAHKS Empowerment Award recognizes a person in the #orthopaedic community that goes above and beyond to elevate and support women in #arthroplasty . We are happy to present the Women in Arthroplasty Empowerment Award to Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA
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Thank you, @mcuban for making a cameo at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting and supporting our cause #aahks2021
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The AAHKS Board of Directors couldn't meet in person for the traditional passing of the gavel, but they got it done in a video conference! Thank you to outgoing President, Michael P. Bolognesi, MD and congrats to incoming President, C. Lowry Barnes, MD. @M_BolognesiMD
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AAHKS has issued two new position statements: 1) Opioid Use for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee, 2) Biologics for Advanced Hip and Knee Arthritis. @AAOSmembers @HipSoc @KneeSoc @ACRheum
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You've watched the @womenAAHKS video (watch to the end - there is some hope). Now what? Here's what we've heard you say: ✔️Share this everywhere ✔️Start a discussion ✔️Call it out ✔️Change the culture We'll get there together @RJOSociety
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Hip & knee surgeons are spending more time with patients BEFORE surgery, which improves outcomes AFTER surgery. But this decreased post-surgery time with patients has cut surgeons’ Medicare reimbursement #aahks2021
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Webinar Announcement: Treating Prosthetic Instability After Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) on 9/21 at 7 p.m. CST. Join our moderator Dr. Stambough to learn the latest on diagnosing, classifying and treating instability after TKA. Click here to register
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Last year, AAHKS posted a video on gender bias in the orthopaedic workplace. It went viral, up until COVID-19 took over. Let’s restart this conversation on the bias faced by women in arthroplasty. #ChoosetoChallenge #IWD2021
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Thank you, @LindaSuleimanMD for your presentation on diverse care for diverse patients at this year's Annual Meeting. It's an honor to work with you in our efforts to increase equity in arthroplasty care #aahks2021
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Be part of a culture of inclusion and mutual respect. @womenAAHKS video premiere Sunday morning 3/8. Subscribe @AAOSmembers @AAOS1 @MedWomenWriters @TIMESUPHC #WomenInMedicine #HeForShe #IWD2020
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#AAHKS2022 welcomes @KMallettMD as a presenter to discuss "Dislocated Dual Mobility THA: Most Need Open Reduction and Intraprosthetic Dissociation Often Missed." Join us in the General Session now @MayoClinic @MayoOrthoRes @MayoHipandKnee
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Congratulations Dr. Javad Parvizi on receiving The @KneeSoc John N. Insall, MD Award for the study on fructosamine funded by the FARE Grant. He will present on March 16 at the TKS/AAHKS Specialty Day program in Las Vegas.
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Recently @prem_ramkumar spoke with @mcuban about his experiences as a patient receiving total hip replacements in both legs. The @Forbes article discusses how “access to this surgery is now at risk. Learn more and read the full article here
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We came. We learned. We improved patient care. #AAHKS2019
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Last week in San Francisco, James I. Huddleston III, MD took office as the 34th President of AAHKS. An AAHKS member since 2009, Dr. Huddleston will continue efforts to improve patient care and access to hip and knee arthroplasty. Congrats, Dr. Huddleston!
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Yesterday, the @JArthroplasty Editor-in-Chief Dr. Mont honored Women in Arthroplasty (WIA) Committee Chair Rina Jain, MD, FRCSC with the Top Reviewer Award at the annual meeting reception. Congratulations, Dr. Jain #AAHKS2023
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Apply for #AAHKS @womenAAHKS (WIA) Traveling Fellowship! Two recipients will observe in #operating rooms, learn new surgical techniques alongside accomplished #surgeons and present their own research. Don't wait, click the link for more info and to apply
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NEW: AAHKS Position on Outpatient Joint Replacement to guide hospitals, surgeons and institutions in appropriate and safe patient care. @AAOSmembers @HipSoc @KneeSoc
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Your #AAHKS delegation presenting a 2-hour symposium on US arthroplasty practices during the 19th Encuentro Latinoamericano de Cirujanos de Cadera y Rodilla (ELCCR), taking place in Cartagena, Colombia, where AAHKS is the Invited Society
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At this year's Annual Meeting, @DrIhekweazu gave an eye-opening presentation on Caring for Diverse and High-Risk Patients. Discussing issues and strategies to provide better care is one of the many ways we are pushing for excellence in arthroplasty care.
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2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting keynote speaker, @martyMakary speaking with AAHKS President Richard Iorio, MD. Dr. Makary, a health care futurist, touched on the position of hip and knee surgeons in leading improvements in the physician’s role in the health care system #aahks2021
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The University of Sheffield and University of Bristol have developed a new risk and benefit calculator for patients considering joint replacement surgery. The tool uses data from the National Joint Registry in the UK.
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The University of Sheffield
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Do you have a family member who's experiencing joint pain in their later years? A new online tool devised by our researchers could help to see if a joint replacement is the right option for them 👇
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#AAHKS President Dr. Springer and Dr. Rana met with House of Representative Ways & Means staff to discuss the future of #healthcare #reform .
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We're happy to announce @nspiuzzi as a presenter at the 2023 #AAHKS Annual Meeting. He's presenting on Collecting Long-Term (5 to 10 years) Patient-Reported Outcome Measures on Sunday., Nov. 5, at 8:08 am. Do you still need to register . #AAHKS2023
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AAHKS @womenAAHKS wants to recognize an individual or group that has taken the initiative to support women in the arthroplasty community with the Women in Arthroplasty Empowerment Award. This award will be presented at this year’s Annual Meeting. To apply
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Denis Nam, MD, MSc (left) presented Craig J. Della Valle, MD (right) with the Rowland W Chang, MD, MPH Award of Excellence at the Arthritis Foundation Freedom of Movement Gala in Chicago. Also pictured: Sigita Wolfe, AAHKS Senior Director of Education and Science.
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The first AAHKS Resident Lab Course happening now at #AAHKS2019 in Dallas. Practicing #totalhip #totalknee @AAHKS_YAG @womenAAHKS
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#PriorAuthorization causes unnecessary delays for patients. @USCongress should pass #HR3173 and #S3018 the Improving Seniors Timely Access to Care Act. Thank you @RepDelBene @MikeKellyPA @RepBera @RepLarryBucshon for your efforts to #FixPriorAuth ! #OrthoAdvocacyinAction @AAOS1
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'The exact opposite of what needs to be done' — 6 surgeons on CMS' proposed 2021 fee schedule including remarks by Dr. Barnes and Dr. Huddleston.
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Are you excited to see @BrianChalmersMD presentation today at 4:33 p.m. in the Texas Ballroom? The wait is over; he's coming up soon. #AAHKS2023
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Today is MATCH DAY! If you matched in the Adult Reconstructive Hip and Knee/Musculoskeletal Oncology Fellowship, we would like to hear where you're going. Post your pics here! #Matchday
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AAHKS does not recommend biologic therapies to treat hip and knee pain. We encourage rigorous, well-designed clinical trials to establish the safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of these potential treatments prior to widespread adoption. @TIME
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A Midwestern grocery chain, Hy-Vee, is taking an unusual—and highly controversial—approach to reducing health care costs
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A bad hip or knee can lead to or aggravate low back pain. Increased activity and demands during recovery after hip or knee replacement can also bring on low back pain. Download our new exercise guide!
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DAB Co-Chairs, Dr. Adelani and Dr. Sassoon attend the 2021 Movement is Life Caucus with AAHKS Director of Research and Humanitarian Activities, Chiara Rodgers. Movement is Life focuses on eliminating musculoskeletal disparities. For more, click here
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Dr. John W. Barrington received the 2021 AAHKS Humanitarian Award in recognition of his leadership in bringing orthopaedic medical care to rural areas of Latin America. Congratulations, Dr. Barrington!
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Are you traveling with an #artificial joint? Don't be afraid. Even though your #implant is likely to trigger metal detectors at the airport, there are solutions to help make your traveling experience pleasurable. Click here to learn how to travel with ease
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Congratulations Michael P. Bolognesi, MD, AAHKS President! @M_BolognesiMD
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Did you know that losing weight prior to your #hip or #knee #replacement reduces risk of complications? Maintaining a #BMI lower than 40 is recommended for surgical candidates. Visit for more information.
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As one of the founding members of AAHKS, Dr. Rothman, was a mentor who inspired many in the field of hip and knee arthroplasty. He served as AAHKS President from 1998-1999. As we prepare to commence #AAHKS2018 next week, he and his family are in our hearts and minds.
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Philadelphia Inquirer Politics
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Philadelphia surgeon Richard Rothman, 81, dies; leaves legacy of medical empire | Inquirer
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Great to see so many surgeons in the newly-formed Women in Arthroplasty group at #AAHKS2018
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Linda Suleiman, MD, FAAOS
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Packed house at the inaugural Women in Arthroplasty Luncheon @AAHKS @AAOSmembers #futureisfemale #AAHKS2018
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Did you know that having a #BMI lower than 40 makes you a great candidate for hip or knee replacement surgery? Learn more about how losing weight prior to surgery can reduce complications on our website at .
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Congrats Vinay K. Aggarwal, MD for winning the James A. Rand Young Investigator's Award at #AAHKS2023 . Dr. Aggarwal sat with @shaunpat1 & @marcusmilderman to discuss his award-winning paper, Are All MSIS Tests Useful to Diagnose PJI? @nyulangoneortho
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Thanks to the hard work and collaboration between surgeons and their patients, hundreds of thousands of Americans receive successful hip & knee replacement surgeries each year #AAHKS2021
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Don't forget to register for #AAHKS @womenAAHKS and @RJOSociety webinar on Advancing Your Career Tuesday, February 28 at 7:30pm CST. In this webinar, you'll learn tips on negotiating for raises and leadership positions and getting involved in organizations
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Have you wondered what it's like to go through knee replacement surgery from start to finish? This video explains knee anatomy and when joint disease indicates whether you may need a partial knee replacement or a total knee replacement. #KneeReplacement
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AAHKS President Bryan D. Springer, MD joins @AAHKS_YAG hosts @ACR_MD , @BrianChalmersMD , Mark E. Mildren, MD and @KSonn35 to talk about his presidential year and the challenges and successes that he has faced. To listen, click below
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"It was a great opportunity for AAHKS to have a seat at the table." AAHKS President Michael P. Bolognesi, MD and Adolph “Chick” J. Yates, Jr., MD talk about the future of APMs with CMS/CMMI. #NOLC2019 @AAOSmembers @M_BolognesiMD
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AAHKS is ON! #AAHKS2020
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International Webinar in association with AAHKS, Bolivian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology, and Operation Walk, will hold a webinar on Dec. 17 @ 6pm CT. Register in advance at:
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Have you ever wondered what happens when your doctor and insurance plan disagree? @Forbes answers that question and the growing concern that patients nor their physician are completely free to make important decisions about treatment. Read more here
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The 2017 AAHKS Annual Meeting is underway in Dallas, Texas, USA! #AAHKS2017
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Sex after TJA: New patient ed published to the AAHKS library. "It's important to set realistic expectations and learn how to safely resume sexual activity after joint replacement while avoiding complications."
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Congratulations @ArthroToday for being selected for inclusion in @webofscience , the world's most trusted publisher independent global citation database. Arthroplasty Today will be more thoroughly indexed and ranked along with other #ortho #journals with an impact factor.
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Congratulations Dr. Bullock and Dr. Brown on being recognized as the 2022 AT Reviewer of the Year!
@ArthroToday
Arthroplasty Today
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Congratulations to our 2022 AT Reviewers of the Year, Matthew Bullock, DO, and Nicholas Brown, MD! We appreciate your hard work and dedication. #orthotwitter @MUHealthOrtho @LoyolaOrthoRes @LoyolaHealth
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Happy National Hispanic Heritage month. A month that honors Hispanic and Latinx American culture, roots, and influence.
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The 2020 AAHKS Presidential Award was presented today to Audrey K. Tsao, MD. Dr. Tsao is a founding member of Women Orthopedic Global Outreach (WOGO) working to enhance mentorship and provide role models for young women. #AAHKS2020
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Editors of @JArthroplasty new podcast, The Cut is releasing their first podcast on #Prosthetic Joint Infection. In this episode, @DrPeterGold @kimtuckinAZ @KevinWeiszMD and Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS discuss prosthetic joint infection & recent articles in JOA
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April 30th is Match Day for the Adult Reconstructive Hip and Knee Fellowship and the Musculoskeletal Oncology Fellowship! Once you've matched, be sure to sign up for this FREE webinar from @AAOS1 .
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Register today for @pchkfoundation online symposium, May 12 at 5pm MDT. We are happy to announce that faculty are all AAHKS Members and leaders
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Park City Hip & Knee Foundation
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We have an all-star faculty line up from @LSUHN , Womack Army Medical Center, @YaleMed , @BrighamWomens , @SutterHealth , @DignityHealth , @NorthwesternMed , and @AdventistHealth in our next session! Register at #PCHK #womeninarthroplasty #orthotwitter
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We're elated to announce @carhigueramd as a presenter at the 2023 #AAHKS Annual Meeting. Dr. Higuera-Rueda will speak about different codes needed for septic TJA revisions and how that relates to mortality on Saturday, Nov., 4, at 10:14am. Register today .
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AAHKS members Rafael J. Sierra, MD and Carlos A. Higuera, MD join SOTU President, Rogelio Rey, MD (center) at the 20th Congress of the Uruguayan Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology happening now in Montevideo, Uruguay. @RafaSierra5 @carhigueramd
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AAHKS leaders on Capitol Hill today #advocating for patient access and #surgeon safety during #NOLC @AAOS1 @M_BolognesiMD @Frisch_Ortho @AAOSAdvocacy and Dr. Hutch Huddleston.
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...and send them here for guidance from AAHKS
@JArthroplasty
The Journal of Arthroplasty
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Study from @UofSC showing that orthopaedic surgeons should work with their colleagues in other departments to reduce the number of #opioid prescriptions provided for patients with #osteoarthritis @DrChadKrueger with the #VA
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AAHKS President @ParviziJavad discusses VTE Prophylaxis while addressing the 7th International Conference of the Egyptian Pelvis and Hip Society, today in Alexandria, Egypt. Thanks to the EPHS for hosting #AAHKS at the conference!
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Total Joint Replacement: A Breakdown of Costs Is it worth the financial cost to have total joint replacement surgery? It is difficult to put a price on these positive outcomes.
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@ArthroToday
Arthroplasty Today
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Congratulations to Arthroplasty Today reviewers of the year @eglieberman and @aschwartz45 , who were honored at this year’s editorial board meeting. Keep up the good work and thank you for your contributions! @gregorygollada1 @BrettLevineMD @AAHKS #aahks2023
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Learning how to help the 50% of TJR patients who will have psychological comorbidities. "The Psychology of Joint Replacement" symposium happening at #AAHKSSpring19 right now. Welcome Padma Gulur, MD and Wayne Sotile, PhD. @M_BolognesiMD
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Fellows and sr. residents - join tonight's free FOCAL live education with @TadGerlingerMD and @dellavalleortho from Rush Univ. Chicago at 4 p.m. (Central). What a Uni Patient Looks Like. If you missed the last sessions, recordings are available. @AAHKS_YAG
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Doing well at anything takes practice. Kneeling after total knee arthroplasty is difficult. This study published in the JOA shows "kneeling practice" that can be done at home.
@JArthroplasty
The Journal of Arthroplasty
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This simple kneeling protocol may allow a large number of patients to kneel after #TKA
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The Proceedings of the 2021 #aahks Annual Meeting is now available. @JArthroplasty recently published it online with an editorial written by @DrAntoniaChen , 2021 Program Chair. Take a gander and review the highlights of the meeting by clicking here
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Quitting smoking is one of the most critical things to do in preparation for hip or knee replacement surgery. Read more to find out how nicotine can sabotage healing. #WellnessWednesday @LungAssociation
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Join AAHKS members for an international webinar about the dislocation of THA and Hip/Spine relationship hosted by Sociedad Mexicana de Cirugía de Cadera A.C. (SMCC) on April 29 at 7pm CST. To attend for the webinar, click the link here .
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AAHKS was represented this week at the @AAOS1 National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference (NOLC) in Washington, DC. The delegation met with members of Congress to urge them to work with CMS to reverse proposed cuts to reimbursement.
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It’s like I tell my patients—the time to do it is when their pain is interfering with their quality of life on a daily basis. It was for me; it was affecting decisions in my life," - Dr. Kevin Bozic reflecting on his own knee surgery
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AAHKS
6 years
Surgeons discussing shared career experiences at the second meeting of the AAHKS Women in Arthroplasty Group @ #AAOS2018 on the eve of #InternationalWomensDay
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AAHKS
2 years
At #AAHKS2022 , @JoshRozell is sharing with attendees how a second dose of #perioperative dexamethasone following primary #TKA decreases pain, opioid consumption, and length of stay, without sacrificing functional outcomes. Thanks contributing authors @MdSchwarzkopf @SAWardMD
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AAHKS
6 years
New clinical practice guideline Tranexamic Acid in Total Joint Arthroplasty. AAHKS, ASRA, @AAOSmembers , @HipSoc , @KneeSoc developed multidisciplinary evidence-based guidelines on the use of TXA in primary TJA
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AAHKS #Legend , Dr. Larry Dorr, announced retirement from his surgical practice in the July issue of the @OPWalkLA newsletter. "Through all my research to improve surgery and patient care, I have always strived to fulfill my potential."
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