Foundation for Orthopaedic Research and Education (FORE)

32nd Annual Tampa Shoulder Course: Arthroplasty & Sports
2026-02-19 - 2026-02-21 | FIVE Labs Tampa, 4115 W Spruce St, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Mark your calendar to join us for the 32nd Annual Tampa Shoulder Course: Arthroplasty & Sports – one of the longest-running meetings devoted to educating the orthopaedic community on the art and science of shoulder and elbow procedures.
The course will take place February 19-21, 2026, at FIVE Labs in Tampa, Florida.
The goal of the 32nd Annual Tampa Shoulder Course is to offer attendees tips, tricks, and techniques that will help them diagnose and treat common and complex shoulder and elbow conditions such as:

Glenohumeral osteoarthritis
Instability with and without bone loss
Proximal humerus fractures
Rotator cuff tears
And much more!

In addition to the mix of didactic presentations, debates, and case-based panel discussions, we will continue our tradition of excellence in hands-on training in the bioskills lab.
While in the lab, attendees will have the opportunity to observe step-by-step surgical demonstrations and then practice the skills they’ve learned with anatomic specimens under the guidance of our highly experienced faculty.

Tampa Revision Arthroplasty Course
2026-03-27 - 2026-03-28 | FIVE Labs Tampa, 4115 W Spruce St, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Join us for the inaugural Tampa Revision Arthroplasty Course (TRAC), to be held March 27–28, 2026, at FIVE Labs in Tampa, Florida. This intensive 2-day program combines high-level education with hands-on surgical training in revision total hip and total knee arthroplasty.
Course highlights include:
Comprehensive educational sessions addressing current challenges in revision hip and knee arthroplasty — featuring expert presentations, interactive case-based panels, and live surgical demonstrations.
Bioskills lab each day, allowing attendees to practice techniques for removing primary implants and refine their skills in implanting revision components.
World-class faculty led by course chairs Thomas Bernasek, MD; Christopher Grayson, MD; Steven Lyons, MD; Michael Miranda, DO; and Brian Palumbo, MD, from the renowned Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dynamic exhibit hall featuring the latest technologies, instrumentation, and implant systems designed to simplify complex revisions and optimize outcomes.

Southernmost Spine Symposium
2026-04-29 - 2026-05-02 | Casa Marina Key West, 1500 Reynolds Street, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Surgeons will further their education in spine surgery at the inaugural Southernmost Spine Symposium, an evolution of the renowned Castellvi Spine Symposium that blends cutting-edge surgical innovation with the unforgettable charm of Key West.
The course will be held April 29-May 2, 2026, at the Casa Marina Key West in Key West, Florida.
The immersive program of this course will focus on techniques and technologies surgeons need to master to thrive in today’s healthcare environment, such as:

AI and next-generation technologies
Robotic and navigation‑assisted surgery
Cervical endoscopic surgery
Spine surgery in the “fourth age”
Augmented and virtual reality in education and practice

2026 Orthopaedic Research Day
2026-06-26 | FIVE Labs Tampa, 4115 W Spruce St, Tampa, FL, 33607, United States
Please join us for Orthopaedic Research Day: Graduating Residents & Fellows, taking place on Friday, June 26, 2026, at FIVE Labs Tampa.
Each year, Orthopaedic Research Day highlights the latest research in the orthopaedic sub-specialties conducted by fellows of the Florida Orthopaedic Institute and orthopaedic surgery residents at the University of South Florida. The conference is designed to give these young investigators the experience of presenting their research and then responding to questions from attendees in a professional and supportive environment.
CLICK HERE for more information on the course.

International Masters Anterior Course
2026-10-08 - 2026-10-10 | Westin Houston Medical Center, 1709 Dryden Road, Houston, TX, United States
Please join us for the 2026 International Masters Anterior Course (IMACx), to be held October 8-10, 2026, at The Westin Houston Medical Center in Houston, Texas.
The course will feature:

Intensive 3-day education on surgical techniques, including modifications and extensions, for primary and revision direct anterior approach total hip arthroplasty
Didactic presentations and interactive case-based panel discussions with an internationally renowned faculty of surgical masters in the direct anterior approach
Surgical demonstrations showcasing the latest advancements in the direct anterior hip approach
Primary and Revision bioskills labs to accommodate attendees’ different levels of experience.

Critical Concepts in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
2026-10-22 - 2026-10-24 | FIVE Labs Las Vegas, 4100 W Flamingo Rd, Suite 1000, Las Vegas, NV, 89103, United States
You’re invited to join us for Critical Concepts in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, the most comprehensive hands-on experience in shoulder and elbow procedures. This course will be held October 22-24, 2026, at FIVE Labs Las Vegas, and will offer:

Multiple opportunities for valuable hands-on experience with anatomic specimens in our state-of-the-art bioskills lab
Live and recorded surgical technique demonstrations that offer insights on a variety of shoulder and elbow procedures
Fewer didactic lectures and more practical surgical pearls – no “death by PowerPoint” at this course!
An Interactive Technology & Biologics Showcase on Thursday that highlights the latest advanced technologies

30th Annual Selby Spine Conference
2027-01-27 - 2027-01-30 | The Chateaux Deer Valley, 7815 Royal Street East, Park City, UT, 84060, United States
We invite you to join us for the 30th anniversary of the Selby Spine Conference, to be held January 27-30, 2027, at The Chateaux Deer Valley in Park City, Utah.
This course will address the latest advances and controversies in the field of spine surgery. Through didactic lectures, interactive panel discussions, case-based presentations, and debates, the esteemed faculty will share their insights on such issues as:

Reconstructing the cervical spine
Artificial intelligence in spine surgery
The renaissance of motion preservation
Outcomes and metrics in spine surgery
Lessons learned from surgical complications
The outpatient spine revolution

The Selby Spine Conference honors the legacy of Dr. David Selby, renowned spine surgeon, decorated war hero, and gifted artist. He led by example through courage, humility, commitment to multidisciplinary inclusion, and dedication to continuing education. The Selby Spine Conference furthers his mission of supporting the spine surgery team as they develop their knowledge and skills.
