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Our 2026 ORS Webinar Calendar is now closed. Stay tuned for availability for 2027.
Meniscus Matters: The European Chapter
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Central Time
As part of our continued efforts to advance the global science of meniscus research, we are excited to launch the next installment of our webinar series—this time focusing on clinical standards in meniscus repair in the Europe. The Meniscus Section brings together leading clinicians from Europe to compare treatment approaches, share best practices, and foster collaboration. By creating a platform for dialogue across borders, this webinar aims to strengthen global connections and inspire new directions in clinical care and research for the meniscus community.
Organizer(s):
ORS Meniscus Research Section
Andreas Martin Seitz, PhD
Group Leader – Joint Biomechanics
Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics
Jay Trivedi, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopaedics
Brown University, Rhode Island Hospital
Speakers:
Simone Perelli, MD, PhD
Orthopedic Surgeon
ICATME, Hospital Quiron Dexeus
Meniscal Pathologies and Their Surgical Treatment in the Unstable Knee Joint
Stefano Zaffagnini, MD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
The Treatment of Meniscal Lesions in the Stable Knee
How to Make an Orthopaedic Company Fundable: Raising Equity Capital from Angels, Venture, and Strategic Investors
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Central Time
Brought to you by the Innovation Committee, this webinar aims to discuss how orthopaedic companies can successfully navigate the equity financing landscape, from angel and seed funding to venture capital and strategic investment. Discussion revolves around how investors evaluate opportunities, assess risk, and determine company valuation, while highlighting the key milestones that drive fundraising success at each stage of growth. Attendees will also gain insight into common factors that make companies unattractive to investors and practical strategies to avoid these pitfalls and strengthen their path to funding.
Organizer(s):
ORS Innovation Committee
Rabeeh Majidi, PhD
CEO and Co-founder
OrthoKinetic Track
Abiraman Srinivasan, PhD
Chief Technology Officer Innovation/Pre-Clinical/Clinical/Regulatory/Marketing
MediCarbone Inc
Speakers:
Ben Holmes, PhD
Co-Founder and CEO
Nanochon
Jeff Chu, MS
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Features Capital
Heath Naquin, MS
Senior Vice President of Innovation & New Ventures
University City Science Center
Beyond Balance: Building Sustainable Careers While Managing Caregiving Responsibilities
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Central Time
Balancing motherhood, eldercare, or other caregiving responsibilities alongside a demanding STEM or medical career is not a personal shortcoming. It is a systemic challenge that calls for new approaches, realistic expectations, and sustainable strategies. Join licensed psychologist and executive coach Anne Welsh, PhD and Cornell Professor Marjolein van der Meulen for an honest, candid conversation about the realities of caregiving while pursuing a high-achievement career. During this fireside chat, we will discuss:
- The hidden costs of perfectionism and the pressure to “do it all”
- Practical boundary-setting strategies that can be maintained over time
- Personal stories of caregiving, from raising children to supporting aging parents, and how two accomplished women navigated these challenges
- Building resilience for long-term well-being, rather than simply getting through the next crisis
- Rethinking career ambition and success while managing caregiving responsibilities
Whether you are currently caregiving, anticipating future responsibilities, or supporting others in similar circumstances, this conversation will offer insights, practical tools, and a sense of community.
Organizer(s):
ORS Women’s Leadership Forum
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, Equine Surgery
University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
Chair, ORS Women’s Leadership Forum
Brianne Connizzo, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Boston University
Katherine Spack, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Columbia University
Speakers:
Anne Welsh, PhD, PMH-C, RPLC, ACC
Licensed Psychologist and Certified Executive Coach
Marjolein van der Meulen, PhD
Swanson Professor of Biomedical Engineering
Associate Vice Provost for Research & Innovation
Cornell University
Hiring Personnel and Building Teams
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Central Time
Launching an independent laboratory comes with many challenges, and one of the most important is building a strong and effective team. Hosted by the Junior Faculty Network (JFN), this webinar explores strategies for recruiting and hiring laboratory personnel, including best practices for advertising positions, identifying qualified candidates, and conducting successful searches. Attendees will also gain insights into setting clear expectations, establishing goals for new hires, and fostering a productive and collaborative lab environment from the outset. Designed especially for senior postdoctoral fellows and junior faculty members, we invite all members to join us for this webinar as it provides practical guidance for developing the personnel foundation needed for a successful research program.
Organizers:
ORS Junior Faculty Network
Jay Patel, PhD
Assistant Professor
Emory University
Hannah Zlotnick, PhD
Assistant Professor
Wake Forest School of Medicine
Speakers:
Annemarie Lang, PhD, DVM
Assistant Professor
University of Michigan
Advertising Positions and Interviewing Candidates
Katie Hixon, PhD
Assistant Professor
Dartmouth College
Managing Expectations and Goals for New Hires
Sebastien Callens, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Eindhoven University of Technology
Building an Interdisciplinary Team
Explore past webinars at your convenience with the LearnORS Video Library. This digital collection features valuable ORS webinars, presentations, and expert discussions, covering a wide range of topics in the field of orthopaedics. Recordings from 2021-present are available.
