CME Webcast Teaches on Non-Arthroplasty Options for Osteoarthritis of the Knee. Orthopedic surgeons now have alternatives to knee replacement and today on MedNet21, we’re going to hear about these. We’re pleased to welcome Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and expert in knee and shoulder sports-related injuries, Dr. Robert Duerr.
What you’ll learn in this webcast
As a result of this educational activity, webcast participants will be able to: LIST the full range of non-surgical treatment options for osteoarthritis of the knee; and EXPLAIN the non-arthroplasty surgical options for managing osteoarthritis of the knee.
You’ll also learn about the following:
- Epidemiology of osteoarthritis of the knee
- Treatment options other than knee joint replacement
- When to proceed directly to arthroplasty
- Red flags for knee osteoarthritis mimics
You can find this and many other MedNet21 programs on the OSU – CCME website.
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