Articles - Upper Extremity Conferences

FORE’s Shoulder Conferences Scheduled for 2020

Strategies for treating shoulder injuries are constantly evolving. To keep practitioners updated on the latest advances, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) is offering multiple shoulder conferences in 2020. Useful to general orthopaedic surgeons and shoulder specialists alike, these conferences give attendees the opportunity to watch presentations and participate in group discussions led by surgeons, educators, and researchers ...

Attend an Upper Extremity Course from the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE)

The Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) is a non-profit organization offering continuing education opportunities for many orthopaedic sub-specialties, including sports medicine, trauma, upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. Our upper extremity courses enable practitioners to gain familiarity with new techniques and technologies used in the treatment of shoulder, elbow, and hand disorders. Each conference features a distinguished faculty ...

Shoulder, Elbow, and Hand Conferences from the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE)

Orthopaedic surgeons and other orthopaedic healthcare professionals who specialize in treating the upper extremity have long trusted the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) to provide training on the latest shoulder, elbow, and hand procedures. FORE’s conferences provide a useful overview of current trends, technologies, and techniques, enabling attendees to enhance their knowledge and improve their treatment outcomes. FORE’s ...

How to Perform a Rotator Cuff Repair: Single- vs. Double-Row Fixation

With arthroscopic repair accepted as a viable option for surgical treatment of a torn rotator cuff, orthopaedic surgeons are now hotly debating the best fixation technique: Single-row fixation Single-row fixation with triple-loaded anchors Double-row fixation Transosseous equivalent (double-row fixation with a suture bridge) As the debate continues and these techniques evolve, orthopaedic professionals who would like to stay up to ...

How to Perform an Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization

For athletes and non-athletes alike, the shoulder – the most mobile joint in the body – can dislocate from a sports-related injury, non-sports trauma such as from a motor vehicle accident, or a fall. Fortunately, contemporary surgical techniques for addressing shoulder instability have proven effective in restoring shoulder function and relieving pain, as well as helping athletes return to playing ...

Improve Your Surgical Skills at FORE’s Hand and Upper Extremity Course in Tampa, Florida

If your professional focus is treating the hand and upper extremity, you could benefit from attending Frontiers in Upper Extremity Surgery, the continuing education hand and upper extremity course organized annually by FORE - The Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education. At this course, you'll receive a comprehensive update on the latest breakthroughs related to hand and upper extremity surgery ...

Shoulder CME Classes for Orthopaedic Professionals

The Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) offers shoulder CME classes that focus on the newest and most effective treatment modalities for common and complex conditions of the upper extremity, including: Rotator cuff tears Shoulder instability Osteoarthritis of the shoulder Proximal humerus fracture Biceps tendon tears Clavicle fracture Any healthcare professional whose scope of practice includes the diagnosis or ...

Learn the Newest Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at an Orthopaedic Course Provided by FORE

Orthopaedic surgeons who specialize in hand and upper extremity surgery can familiarize themselves with the latest techniques at the educational conferences provided by FORE, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education. We offer several conferences that address issues in hand and upper extremity surgery, including Frontiers in Upper Extremity Surgery, Critical Concepts in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, and the Tampa ...

Choose a FORE Shoulder Course to Continue Your Orthopaedic Education

For a shoulder course that goes beyond the typical orthopaedic conference, consider the CME meetings provided by FORE, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education. FORE’s shoulder courses are filled with engaging presentations, live surgical demonstrations, hands-on bioskills labs, Q&A sessions, and additional dynamic experiences that allow participants to stay up to date with the latest advances in upper extremity ...

A Hand CME Course Provided by FORE, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education

Orthopaedic surgeons and other orthopaedic healthcare professionals interested in hand CME opportunities can attend Frontiers in Upper Extremity Surgery, provided by FORE, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education. Hosted annually in Tampa, Florida, this upper extremity conference provides comprehensive, up-to-date education pertaining to hand, wrist, and elbow surgery. At FORE, we redesign our hand CME course each year to ...

An Accredited Hand Course for Medical Professionals Continuing Their Education

Frontiers in Upper Extremity Surgery, the annual hand course provided by FORE, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education, is designed to provide current clinical information for orthopaedic surgeons and other medical professionals who practice hand surgery and/or rehabilitation. A carefully planned schedule of lectures, interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on bioskills lab sessions give participants unique insight into today’s ...

Register for a Hand or Upper Extremity Conference Provided by FORE

A hand or upper extremity conference can equip orthopaedic surgeons and other orthopaedic healthcare professionals with knowledge about the latest treatment techniques for metacarpal fractures, torn flexor tendons, scapholunate ligament tears, and other related conditions. Each year, the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) organizes the Frontiers in Upper Extremity Surgery conference, giving attendees the opportunity to expand their ...

Shoulder CME Opportunities Provided by FORE

Orthopaedic surgeons and medical professionals who are interested in shoulder CME opportunities can attend one of the conferences provided by the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE). As a premiere provider of orthopaedic continuing medical education, FORE organizes some of the nation’s top CME meetings, including the Tampa Shoulder Course: Arthroplasty & Sports, held in Tampa, Florida, in the ...

Accredited Shoulder Courses for Orthopaedic Surgeons & Other Medical Professionals

The shoulder courses provided by the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) are among the nation’s top medical education conferences for orthopaedic surgeons and other orthopaedic healthcare professionals. With shoulder surgery and elbow surgery becoming increasingly common orthopaedic procedures, it is important for medical professionals to be aware of the latest surgical techniques, technologies, and therapeutic modalities – and ...

Upper Extremity Conferences Provided by FORE

FORE offers several accredited upper extremity conferences each year, including Tampa Shoulder Course: Arthroplasty & Sports, Critical Concepts in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, and Frontiers in Upper Extremity. We are affiliated with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) and our courses are unique, engaging CME opportunities for physicians, surgeons, nurses, residents, fellows, and all other professionals in the ...

Attend a Shoulder Conference Provided by FORE

Attending a shoulder conference can be a valuable opportunity for orthopaedic surgeons who are specifically interested in arthroplasty, orthopaedic trauma, arthroscopy, fracture management, and other related areas of focus. Designed to provide in-depth education regarding today’s most advanced surgical tools and techniques, the shoulder courses organized by the Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE) are among the nation’s top ...