AO Recon NA Course—Principles of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty 2025

This course is modular in structure and highly interactive. Short, evidence-based lectures cover the key information required. Moderated case discussions in small groups expand on each topic and help participants develop decision-making and surgical management skills. Participants will perform hands-on practical exercises, including templating and planning exercises. Participants will share their experiences with faculty and peers.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion, participants should be able to:

• Identify patient’s reconstructive surgery needs

• Adopt a patient-centered approach

• Anticipate, recognize, and stratify potential complications

• Describe and discuss safe and effective procedures for primary arthroplasty

• Discuss the management of early and late problems or complications

• Communicate and facilitate a multidisciplinary team-based approach

• Apply best practice to optimize and document patient outcomes