Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

ACL Consensus Meeting -- Panther Symposium

June 5, 2019 - 12:00am to June 7, 2019 - 12:00am

 

Symposium Overview

This three-day meeting signifies the collaboration among global leaders in anatomic ACL reconstruction surgery to develop consensus on key focus areas within the field. Orthopaedic surgeons, physical therapists, radiologists, and basic scientists will discuss evidence-based recommendations, recent advances, and the future of anatomic ACL reconstruction. 

Topics will include:

  • Biomechanics and Kinematics
  • Anatomy of the ACL
  • Biological Applications for ACL
  • Clinical Evidence for Anatomic ACL Reconstruction
  • Treatment of Anterolateral Instability
  • Quadriceps ACL
  • Revision ACL Reconstruction
  • Outcome Assessment
  • Concepts for ACL Rehabilitation
  • Return to Sport


Hosts

Freddie H. Fu, MD, DSc, DPs 
(Hon.), Distinguished Service Professor,David Silver Professor and Chairman, 
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine


Volker Musahl, MD 
Division Chief of Sports Medicine, 
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine


James J. Irrgang, PhD, PT 
Chair, Department of Physical Therapy,
School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine


Bryson P. Lesniak, MD
Associate Professor,
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine


Andrew Lynch, PT, PhD
Assistant Professor,
Department of Physical Therapy, School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

 

Click HERE to register. 

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For questions or additional information, please contact OrthoPantherSymp@upmc.edu.

 

Location and Address

University Club
123 University Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15260