Video Library
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Scientific Session Webinar Recordings
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
This webinar aims to provide an introduction into laser-based histology and highlight its potential for histopathology of hard tissue and implanted tissue, in particular for preclinical studies. The discussion will revolve around the technology of laser microtomy, the use of laser microtomy for sectioning of calcified bone with ceramic and/or PEEK implants, and the introduction of a decellularized allograft model and demonstrate superior cellular activity compared to conventional allografts by means of multiple immunohistochemistry on calcified specimen prepared by laser microtomy.
Organized by:
Birgitta Stolze, PhD
Founder and CEO
LLS ROWIAK LaserLabSolutions GmbH
Speakers:
Birgitta Stolze, PhD
Founder and CEO
LLS ROWIAK LaserLabSolutions GmbH
Douglas Fredericks
Director
Bone Healing Research Laboratory/Iowa Spine Research Lab
University of Iowa
Robin Evrard, MD, PhD
Senior Orthopaedic Surgeon Resident
Institute for Experimental and Clinical Research
Neuro Musculo Skeletal Lab
Université Catholique de Louvain
Monday, October 21, 2024
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM CST
Hosted jointly by ORS and ASBMR (The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research), this webinar focuses on effective science communication strategies, particularly in engaging audiences who are skeptical and/or becoming increasingly distrustful of science. Attendees of all career stages and disciplines can engage directly with world-renowned physician Dr. Peter Hotez who will discuss his experience and lessons learned in communicating science and protecting scientists in a time of political instability.
Speakers:
Peter Hotez, MD, PhD
Dean for the National School of Tropical Medicine
Professor, Department of Pediatrics and Molecular Virology & Microbiology
Baylor College of Medicine
Organizers:
ORS Public Outreach Committee and ASBMR Advocacy and Scientific Policy Committee
Jason Marvin, PhD (ORS)
HMS Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellow, Galloway Lab
Massachusetts General Hospital, Center for Regenerative Medicine
Chair, Orthopaedic Research Society (ORS) Public Outreach Committee
Ryan Tomlinson, PhD (ORS/ASBMR)
Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Co-Director, Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine PhD Program
Thomas Jefferson University
Michael Hadjiargyrou, PhD (ASBMR)
Distinguished Professor
Director, DO/PhD Program
Biological and Chemical Sciences
New York Institute of Technology
Meghan McGee-Lawrence, PhD (ORS/ASBMR)
Interim Chair, Professor
Department of Cellular Biology and Anatomy
Medical College of Georgia
Augusta University
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
12:00 PM Central Time
This webinar outlines how multiple omics technologies can be combined for a detailed understanding of disease mechanisms and therapeutic responses, and particularities of each technique for integrated study of musculoskeletal conditions. It will focus on several genomic, lipidomic, and proteomic approaches in muscle disease research although concepts approached apply to orthopaedic conditions, in general.
Organizers: Preclinical Models Section
Annette McCoy, DVM, PhD
Associate Professor, Equine Surgery
Associate Professor, Beckman Institute
Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Bruno C. Menarim, DVM, MS, PhD
Town & Country Farms Assistant Professor of Musculoskeletal Sciences
Gluck Equine Research Center
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment
University of Kentucky
Speaker:
Laszlo Nagy, MD, PhD
Co-Director, Institute for Fundamental Biomedical Research
Associate Director, Center for Metabolic Origins of Disease
Professor, Medicine and Biological Chemistry
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
12:00 PM CST
This webinar features three speakers covering temporomandibular joint disc, intervertebral disc, and enthesis as they relate to properties of fibrocartilages and how they compare to the knee meniscus.
Speakers:
Chang H. Lee, PhD
Associate Professor
Columbia University
Megan Killian, PhD
Associate Professor
University of Michigan
Devina Purmessur (Walter), PhD
Associate Professor
The Ohio State University
Organized by the ORS Meniscus Section:
Alejandro Almarza, PhD
Professor
Department of Oral and Craniofacial Sciences and Bioengineering
Center for Craniofacial Regeneration
McGowan Institute of Regenerative Medicine
University of Pittsburgh
Jenny Robinson, PhD
Assistant Professor, University of Washington
Endowed Chair in Women’s Sports Medicine and Lifetime Fitness
Departments of Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Mechanical Engineering
Core Faculty, Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine
Faculty Member, Molecular Engineering and Sciences Institute (MolES)
UW Medicine Research at South Lake Union, N415
Jay Patel, PhD
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopaedics
Emory University School of Medicine
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
12:00 PM CST
Progress in developing treatments for musculoskeletal injuries and diseases has been hindered, in part, by a knowledge gap in the understanding of how changes in systemic factors influence tissue disease and repair. Recently, new methods in intravital multiphoton microscopy have been developed to address this knowledge gap. This webinar aims to present an overview of the intravital multiphoton microscopy research ongoing at Cornell University spanning intervertebral disc, bone, and tendon tissues in rodents. The talks will cover a brief introduction to intravital multiphoton microscopy, the process of developing an intravital surgical approach, and quantitative analyses of cell and tissue dynamics using these methods.
Speakers:
Chris Schaffer, PhD
Dr. Schaffer is a Professor at Cornell University in the Biomedical Engineering Department. His lab develops advanced optical techniques that enable quantitative imaging and targeted manipulation of individual cells in the central nervous system of rodents with the goal of constructing a microscopic-scale understanding of normal and disease-state physiological processes within the body.
Nozomi Nishimura, PhD
Dr. Nishimura is an Associate Professor at Cornell University in the Biomedical Engineering Department. Her lab studies how multiple physiological systems contribute to disease initiation and progression, with applications in neurodegenerative disease, cardiovascular disease, and cancer using newly developed tools in the lab to quantify cellular dynamics in whole animals.
Rebecca Irwin, PhD
Dr. Irwin is a Postdoctoral Associate at Cornell University in the Biomedical Engineering Department working with Drs. Schaffer and Nishimura where she is using intravital multiphoton microscopy to study intervertebral disc structure and healing and neurovascular recovery after stroke. In July 2025, she will be starting as an Assistant Professor at the University of Rochester in the Biomedical Engineering Department, where her lab will study orthopaedic mechanobiology using biomaterials and intravital imaging approaches.
Nelly Andarawis-Puri, PhD
Dr. Andarawis-Puri is an Associate Professor at Cornell University in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Her work spans both basic science and translational applications where the goal of her lab is to determine the structural and regulatory role of the extracellular matrix of the tendon in the pathogenesis of tendinopathy and impaired healing of ruptured tendons.
Karl Lewis, PhD
Dr. Lewis is an Assistant Professor at Cornell University in the Biomedical Engineering Department. His lab seeks to understand how sensing mechanisms in musculoskeletal cells relate to tissue-level changes in health and disease. His lab uses advanced imaging techniques to better understand the molecular mechanisms in mechanical sensing, and how these mechanisms change as a function of age and disease.
Organized by the ORS Preclinical Models Section:
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, Equine Surgery
Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine
University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine
Bruno C. Menarim, DVM, MS, PhD
Town & Country Farms Assistant Professor of Musculoskeletal Sciences
Gluck Equine Research Center
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment
University of Kentucky
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
Our goal is to provide an avenue for ORS Student, Post-Graduate, and Early Career members working in the field bone regeneration, fracture repair, trauma or related to present the significance of their research in a compelling pitch to a panel of judges. This is an important communication skill and excellent way for scientists to relay our field’s research to the fellow research community and public.
Speakers:
Mingjian Huang
Postdoctoral Scholar, Duke University
Peter Bertone
PhD Candidate & Fellow, Dartmouth
Christina Capobianco
PhD Candidate, University of Michigan
Sreejith Panicker
Graduate Student, Washington University in St. Louis
Erin McGlinch
Ph.D. Candidate, Mayo Clinic
Daniel (Dane) Lind
Research Assistant, Steadman Philippon Institute
Organizers:
ORS ISFR Education Committee, lead by Chair Caitlyn Collins, PhD
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
The objective of this session is to showcase novel spine research across various categories by five 2024 ORS Annual Meeting poster finalists. In addition, this webinar aims to enhance trainee engagement within the section providing a platform for young researchers to present their findings and collaborate with others in the field
Speakers and Poster Titles:
Danilo Menghini
PhD Student
ETHZ, Balgrist University Hospital, AO Foundation
“Combination Of An Annulus Fibrosus Repair With A Mechanically Interlocked Patch And A Nucleus Pulposus Augmentation With Acid-Tyramine Hydrogel In An Ex Vivo Model”
Joshua Tandio, MS
Senior Research and Development Engineer
Medical Device Development
“The Sacroiliac Joint Axes Of Rotation: Implications For Rigid And Dynamic Stabilization”
Ryan Potter
Graduate Student
Washington University in St. Louis
“Systemic Ablation Of Vegfa Protects Against Chronic Mechanical Allodynia Independently Of Early Intervertebral Disc Degeneration”
Karthikeyan Rajagopal
Postdoctoral Fellow
McKay Orthopedics Research Lab, Department of Orthopedics Surgery, University of Pennsylvania
“Ex Vivo Optimization And In Vivo Measurement Of Nucleus Pulposus Oxygen, Glucose, And Lactate In A Goat Model Of Disc Degeneration”
Alikhan Fidai
PhD Candidate
Cornell University
“Flexible Support Materials Maintain Disc Height And Support The Formation Of Hydrated Tissue Engineered Intervertebral Discs In Vivo”
Organizers: ORS Spine Section
Nina (Shirley) Tang, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Scholar
Washington University in St. Louis
Neharika Bhadouria, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Graciosa Teixeira, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics, Ulm University
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
Join us for an immersive hour-long session designed to empower young ORS members with invaluable insights into the world of joint arthroplasty. In this second annual virtual symposium session, we will dive into the intricacies of total knee arthroplasty, including surgical techniques, basic reconstructive concepts, implant mechanics, and contemporary surgical challenges.
Throughout the session, you will hear perspectives from clinicians, scientists, and industry representatives, providing a broad overview of knee arthroplasty. From the foundations to the latest advancements, the speakers will navigate controversies in the field, offering a roadmap to success in these procedures. Furthermore, our speakers will delve into the challenges encountered during joint arthroplasty, addressing complications, nuances, and potential pitfalls. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and better understand the problem-solving strategies that are being used to improve knee implant function.
Audience members will be encouraged to engage directly with our experts during this interactive “Ask Me Anything” session. This is your chance to ask questions related to your interests and benefit from the firsthand experiences and wisdom of our esteemed colleagues. Join us for a dynamic virtual symposium session that provides interactive opportunities to better understand contemporary orthopaedic surgical interventions. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to elevate your understanding of joint arthroplasty.
Speakers:
Christina D’Anjou
Stryker Orthopaedics
Christina is a Director of Knee Product Development at Stryker. She is a 16-year veteran of the company and has developed new orthopaedic products in primary and revision knee replacements, as well as orthopaedic oncology and patient specific solutions throughout her career. She and her team are currently focused on the design and development of knee implants and instruments, as well as identifying future opportunities in knee replacement surgery.
Jacob Elkins, MD, PhD
University of Iowa
Dr. Elkins is a fellowship-trained and board-certified adult hip and knee reconstruction surgeon who specializes in complex primary and revision arthroplasty of the hip and knee. He holds the title of Assistant Professor in Orthopaedics as well as Biomedical Engineering at the University of Iowa. He is Co-Director of the Iowa Orthopaedic Biomechanics Laboratory and is the current Iowa Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction Fellowship Director. He specializes in the surgical and non-surgical management of severe hip and knee joint conditions in the morbidly obese/bariatric population and conducts extensive research on this topic. His research team is currently managing over 50 active clinical research projects, several randomized controlled trials, and numerous basic science and translational research projects related to hip and knee joint degeneration and joint replacement.
Josh Roth, PhD
University of Wisconsin
Dr. Roth is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The mission of his research group, the Biomechanical Advances in Medicine (BAM) Lab, is to enhance personalized treatments of musculoskeletal injuries and diseases. To fulfill their mission, he and his group develop and apply translational technologies to measure joint and tissue biomechanics to enhance planning, execution, and evaluation in the clinical environment. He and his group are currently focused on understanding how joint and tissue biomechanics change with osteoarthritis progression to improve treatment options like knee arthroplasty.
Organizers:
ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Alexander Christ, MD
Orthopaedic Oncologist
UCLA and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Section Chair, ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Michael Hast, PhD
Research Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania
Section Secretary, ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
“Pain – An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with, or resembling that associated with, actual or potential tissue damage.” (Revised IASP definition)
Pain assessment in preclinical animal models is crucial for advancing musculoskeletal research and developing novel therapies. Understanding the mechanisms underlying pain development necessitates reliable pain read-out parameters, while ensuring animal welfare requires monitoring the animal’s affective state. Traditional algesiometric methods, such as von Frey filaments and hot plate assays, offer valuable insights into nociception but may not suffice for routine pain monitoring due to technical complexities and the absence of emotional component evaluation. Pain, in addition to anxiety or distress, reflects a negative affective state, while well-being is associated with positive affective states. Therefore, a holistic approach to pain and welfare assessment should incorporate general clinical evaluation, grimace scoring, observation of spontaneous behaviors, and changes in natural behaviors like nest building and burrowing.
This seminar aims to present a comprehensive methodology for assessing musculoskeletal pain and monitoring animal welfare during experiments. By juxtaposing various assessment methods and approaches, we seek to delineate clear distinctions and elucidate their advantages and limitations. Through the scientific discussion, we intend to foster a broader adoption of these methodologies in both daily research routines and future projects, thereby enhancing the rigor and ethical standards of preclinical research.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the significance of pain assessment in preclinical musculoskeletal research and its role in elucidating underlying mechanisms of pain development and testing novel therapies.
- Identify the essential components of a holistic approach to animal welfare assessment, including the evaluation of affective states such as pain, anxiety, and distress through methods such as general clinical assessment and observation of natural behaviors.
- Evaluate the advantages and limitations of different methodologies for pain assessment and animal welfare monitoring in preclinical research, with the aim of informing research practices and promoting the adoption of comprehensive assessment approaches in future experiments.
Speakers:
Musculoskeletal Pain Assessment in Rodents
Rachel E. Miller, PhD
Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago Center on Musculoskeletal Pain
Assessing Affective States in Laboratory Rodents to Promote Animal Welfare
Paulin Jirkof, PhD
University of Zurich, Switzerland
Organizers:
Annemarie Lang, DVM, PhD
University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus and TU Dresden, Germany
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Adrienn Markovics, MD, PhD
Rush University Medical Center
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
The objective of this session is to provide a platform for trainees in the ORS Meniscus Section to present their discoveries, receive feedback on their work, and to engage the community in scientific discussion about the recent development in the field.
Speakers:
The Biomechanical Properties of Human Menisci as a Basis for Future Replacement Designs: A Systematic Review
Jonas Schwer, PhD Student
Ulm University
An Inverse Finite Element Analysis Approach to Model Meniscus Tensile Behavior
Gabi Schwartz, PhD Student
University of Miami
Engineering the Meniscus to Bone Transition
Carlos Urrea De La Puerta, PhD Student
Cornell University
Organizers:
Dr. Rebecca Irwin, PhD
Cornell University
ORS Meniscus Section Education Chair
Dr. Francesco Travascio, PhD
University of Miami
ORS Meniscus Section Member-at-Large
Dr. Jay Patel, PhD
Emory University
ORS Meniscus Section Chair
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
Objective(s):
Dr. Engiles will focus on how to prepare grant proposals to successfully include histopathologic outcomes, considerations when using large animal preclinical orthopedic models, and utility of different histochemical stains within these models.
Speaker:
Julie Engiles, VMD
Diplomate American College of Veterinary Pathology
Julie Engiles is a Professor of Pathology at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine (PennVet). After receiving her VMD from PennVet in 2002, she completed a Surgical Internship (NJ Equine Clinic, 2003), followed by an Anatomic Pathology Residency (PennVet, 2006) with ACVP boards-certification. In 2007, Dr. Engiles was appointed to faculty at PennVet-New Bolton Center as a diagnostic pathologist to provide autopsy and biopsy services for the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System (PADLS) and large animal teaching hospital. Specializing in orthopedic pathology, Dr. Engiles also provides research-related services that support clinical and pre-clinical translational large animal models of axial and appendicular musculoskeletal diseases, including intervertebral disc disease and scoliosis, degenerative and post-traumatic osteoarthritis, septic arthritis, and laminitis.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Drew Koch, DVM, PhD and Annette McCoy, DVM, PhD
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Central Time
Objective(s):
Tissue and biofluid proteomics has increased in popularity among musculoskeletal researchers, either as a single modality or as part of a multiomics approach to disease. This presentation will provide an overview of available proteomics methods applicable to preclinical animal models as well as the considerations that should be taken into account when designing a proteomics study and analyzing the results. Drawing on her extensive work in the field, the speaker will share results from some of her own studies and present the benefits and pitfalls of the approach.
Organized by:
Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS; Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS; Assistant Chair
Speaker:
Mandy Peffers, BSc, MPhil, PhD, BVetMed, FRCVS
Personal Chair in Musculoskeletal Ageing; Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences Research Lead
Faculty of Health & Life Sciences
University of Liverpool
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s):
Join us for an immersive hour-long session that kickstarts our new series of virtual sessions, designed to empower young ORS members with invaluable insights into the world of joint arthroplasty. In this inaugural session, we will dive into the intricacies of hip and shoulder arthroplasty, including surgical techniques, basic reconstructive concepts, implant mechanics, and contemporary surgical challenges.
Throughout the session, two experienced surgeons will take center stage, providing a comprehensive overview of the surgical techniques employed in hip and shoulder arthroplasty. From the foundations to the latest advancements, they will navigate controversies in the field, offering a roadmap to success in these procedures.
Furthermore, our clinicians will delve into the challenges encountered during joint arthroplasty, addressing complications, nuances, and potential pitfalls. Gain valuable knowledge and better understand the problem solving strategies employed by clinicians today.
But the excitement doesn’t end there! Engage directly with our experts during the interactive “Ask Me Anything” session. This is your chance to ask questions related to your interests, and benefit from the firsthand experiences and wisdom of our esteemed surgeons.
Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to elevate your understanding of joint arthroplasty. Join us for a dynamic virtual symposium session that sets the stage for an interactive new series dedicated to understanding contemporary orthopaedic surgical interventions.
Organizers:
ORS Implant Section
Michael Hast, PhD and Alexander Christ, MD
Speakers:
Dr. Elizabeth Gausden, MD, MPH
Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery
Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College
Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Dr. Andrew Jensen, MD MBE
Assistant Professor of Shoulder and Elbow Reconstructive Surgery at UCLA Orthopaedic Surgery
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s):
This talk will cover multiple imaging modalities for collagen and mechanics of collagenous tissues, with emphasis on tendon. Motivated by changes to healthy and diseased collagenous tissues, we will discuss Second Harmonic Generation imaging of collagen, a high-resolution optical imaging modality, which directly images collagen without dye, and provides quantitative 3D descriptions of collagen microstructure. Diffusion Tensor Magnetic Resonance Imaging uses the directional diffusion of water to provide quantitative inferences of the structural barriers that drive diffusion. These techniques provide complimentary data that can be used to identify determinants of tissue quality and how they change in different biological contexts.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, VMD, MS, DACVS
Assistant Professor, Cornell University
PCM Section Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, University of Illinois
PCM Section Chair-Elect
Speakers:
Amy Wagoner Johnson, PhD
Professor and Anderson Faculty Scholar, Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Head, Department of Biomedical and Translational Sciences, Carle Illinois College of Medicine
Mariana Kersh, PhD
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Health Innovation Professor, Carle Illinois College of Medicine
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s):
To provide a platform for trainees, early career, and established researchers to present their discoveries and to engage the community in scientific discussion about the recent development in the field.
Organizers:
Dr. Jay Trivedi, PhD
Dr. Rebecca Irwin, PhD
Dr. Francesco Travascio, PhD
Speakers:
Luisa de Roy
Ulm University, Germany
Hyaluronic Acid Has No Effect on the In Vitro Tribomechanics of Degenerated Knee Joint Tissues
Dr. Jade He
Stanford University, USA
MRI Detectable Bone Shape Associates with Patient Symptoms in Preosteoarthritis
Dr. José Leonardo Rocha de Faria
University of São Paulo – Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
Continuous Vertical Inside-Out Versus Traditional Vertical Inside-Out Meniscal Repair: A Biomechanical Comparison
Dr. Howard Hillstrom
Hospital for Special Surgery, USA
Plantar Loading of Asymptomatic Healthy Individuals with First Ray Hypermobility During Gait
Dr. Shangping Wang
Clemson University, USA
Impact Of Post-Mortem Time and Temperature on Biomaterial Properties of Human Peroneus Longus Tendons
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s): Biologic therapies for treatment of orthopedic disease are an ongoing area of interest for both clinicians and researchers. Preclinical models are a crucial step in bringing new biologics from benchtop to bedside. This presentation will introduce several different small animal models that are available to investigate biologics, highlighting the pros and cons of each as well as the available outcome measures for each model.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, VMD, MS, DACVS
Assistant Professor, Cornell University
PCM Section Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, University of Illinois
PCM Section Chair-Elect
Speakers:
Kelly Santangelo, DVM, PhD, DACVP; Associate Professor, Colorado State University
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Aligned with the ORS core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, the ORS DEI committee will hold the first Disability Awareness Town Hall. The Town Hall will acknowledge the importance of including scientists with disabilities in our diverse community. Attendees will hear from ORS members about their challenges and unmet needs in an effort to improve the understanding of ORS leadership about existing gaps so they can take steps to increase awareness, enhance inclusion, and improve accessibility within the ORS.
Organizers:
ORS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
Speakers:
Honey Hendesi, PhD, Instructor at the Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Central Time)
Formerly known as the ORS ISFR Young Investigator 3-Minute Thesis Competition, ORS Student, Post-Graduate, and Early Career members working in the field bone regeneration, fracture repair, trauma or related were challenged to present the significance of their research in a compelling pitch to a panel of judges. This is an important communication skill and excellent way for scientists to relay our field’s research to the fellow research community and public.
Organizers:
ORS International Section of Fracture Repair
Speakers:
Rayan Ben Letaifa, McGill University
Christina Capobianco, University of Michigan
Alexandra Ciuciu, Thomas Jefferson University
Mingjian Huang, Duke University
Koji Ishakawa, Duke University
Jacob Moore, Hospital for Special Surgery
Madhura Nijsure, University of Pennsylvania
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Spatial transcriptomics and single-cell sequencing approaches are of growing interest in musculoskeletal disease research. However, technical hurdles have limited the application of these technologies in some model systems. In this session, new advances will be discussed that widen the potential applications of spatial transcriptomics and single-cell sequencing, including the development of species-independent probe sets for spatial transcriptomics, and the use of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues for single-cell sequencing.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, VMD, MS, DACVS
Assistant Professor, Cornell University
PCM Section Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, University of Illinois
PCM Section Chair-Elect
Speakers:
Doug Harrison, PhD
Director of the A&S Imaging and Genomics Center
University of Kentucky
Leilani Santos, PhD
Spatial Technology Advisor
10X Genomics
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s):
To provide a platform for trainees and early career researchers to present their discoveries and to engage the community in scientific discussion about the recent development in the field.
Organizers:
Dr. Francesco Travascio, PhD
Dr. Jay Trivedi, PhD
Speakers:
Hun-Jin Jeong, Columbia University, USA – Title of the Talk: In-vitro Knee Joint Model For Investigating Interactions Between Joint Tissues During Meniscus Healing
Natalie Fogarty, University of Pennsylvania, USA – Title of the Talk: Reduction in post-natal weight-bearing does not alter the trajectory of murine meniscus growth and maturation
Graciosa Texeira, Ulm University, Germany – Title of the talk: Degenerative meniscus: changes in the structure-function relationship and immune response
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Daylight Time)
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, VMD, MS, DACVS
Assistant Professor, Cornell University
PCM Section Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, University of Illinois
PCM Section Chair-Elect
Speakers:
Megan Michalski, DDS, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
Department of Cell Biology
Van Andel Institute
Bio: Megan Michalski completed her dual degree DDS/PhD at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, and is currently a postdoctoral fellow in lab of Bart Williams at the Van Andel Institute in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Her work studying Wnt signaling in craniofacial development has earned her a K08 career development award from the NIDCR. For these projects, she has developed several mouse models of disease using various techniques, including i-GONAD. i-GONAD is a gene editing technique that uses CRISPR-Cas9 to modify the DNA of embryos by injecting the gene-editing components directly into the oviduct of the pregnant mouse. This greatly reduces the number of animals needed to generate genetically engineered mouse models and has the potential to be used to develop other model organisms with genetic edits. Dr. Michalski will discuss the i-GONAD method and how it has been used to accelerate her research interests.
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s): In this presentation, a novel turkey model, as a bipedal animal, will be introduced for consideration for use in several areas of musculoskeletal research including flexor tendon injury, compartment syndrome, rotator cuff tear, digit/limb transplantation, and spine related research.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Aimee Colbath, VMD, MS, DACVS
Assistant Professor, Cornell University
PCM Section Chair
Annette McCoy, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS
Associate Professor, University of Illinois
PCM Section Chair-Elect
Speaker(s):
Chunfeng Zhao, M.D.
Director, Mayo Biomechanics Core Facility
Director, Orthopedic Biomechanics Research Laboratory
Professor of Orthopedics and Biomedical Engineering
Consultant, Department of Orthopedic Surgery
January 4, 2023
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Central Time)
Objective(s):
Artificial intelligence (AI) / machine learning (ML) has an increasing presence in the research and clinical practice of orthopaedics, with applications ranging from image processing to prediction of patient outcomes. As more basic and clinical researchers, and industry professionals utilize these types of models, it is important that the general research community understand the common AI/ML techniques and the common applications in orthopaedics, including the strengths and limitations of the results. The overall goals of this session include 1) gaining an understanding on general AI/ML algorithms being employed, 2) identifying the appropriate AI/ML techniques to implement based on the given research question, and 3) understanding the data requirements and interpretation of AI/ML algorithm results. Invited experts will discuss the use of AI/ML across the different subfield in orthopaedics, including applications in image processing, patient outcomes, motion analysis predictions, and probabilistic modeling.
Organizers:
ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Jonathan A. Gustafson, PhD, Cheryl Liu, PhD
Joshua Roth, PhD
Speakers:
Jean Chaoui, PhD
VP of Clinical Applications and Solutions
Stryker
Andrew Jensen
PhD Candidate
University of Florida
Eni Halilaj, PhD
Assistant Professor
Carnegie Mellon University
Beatriz Paniagua, PhD
Assistant Director of Medical Computing
Jared Vicory, PhD
Staff R&D Engineer
Kitware
December 7, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Objective(s): The objective of this mini-symposia is to provide a platform to our trainees (B.S., M.S., Ph.D. and post-doc) to showcase their research to the community.
Organizers:
Raghunatha Yammani, PhD and Francesco Travascio, PhD
Speakers:
Ms. Luisa De-Roy
University Medical Center, Ulm, Germany.
The In-Vitro Test Condition Influence the Biomechanical Properties of Degenerated Lateral Menisci
Mr. Chirayu M. Patel
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Spaceflight and Reduced Weight-Bearing on Earth Damages Menisci
Mr. Austin Goulding
Virginia Commonwealth University
Aged Human Meniscal Cells Produce Hierarchical Collagen Fibers Similar to Neonatal Cells In Vitro
November 2, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Objectives:
- Differences and similarities in fracture healing between diaphyseal and metaphyseal bone
- Why are metaphyseal models needed?
- Examples of successful metaphyseal fracture healing models in sheep, mice and rats
Organizers:
ORS International Section of Fracture Repair
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Uma Sankar Ph.D., Aimee Colbath VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA, and Annette McCoy DVM, PhD, DACVS
Speakers:
Volker Alt MD, MBA, PhD
Director and Chairman
Department of Trauma Surgery
University Hospital Regensburg, Germany
Melanie Haffner-Luntzer MD, PhD
Head, Bone Regeneration Laboratory
Institute of Orthopaedic Research and Biomechanics
Trauma Research Center Ulm
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how experts in rodent and large animal models of Achilles and flexor tendon have developed the model and use it for their research.
- Appreciate the advantages and disadvantages of the models and of each species for investigation of Achilles and flexor tendon disease and repair.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section and ORS Tendon Section
Aimee Colbath VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA
Assistant Professor
Department of Clinical Sciences
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Nathaniel Dyment Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Perelman School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Drew Koch DVM MS DACVS-LA
PhD Candidate/Postdoctoral Fellow
College of Veterinary Medicine
North Carolina State University
Dianne Little BVSc MSpVM PhD MRCVS DACVS-LA
Associate Professor
Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine,
Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering
Purdue University
Uma Sankar Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Murine Model of Achilles Tendon Injury
Dr Alice Huang, Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Columbia University
Equine Model of Superficial Digital Flexor Tendon Injury
Dr Lauren Schnabel, Associate Professor of Equine Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Clinical Sciences, North Carolina State University
Rodent Flexor Tendon Model
Dr Hani Awad, Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Rochester
Large Animal Flexor Tendon Models
Peter Amadio, Professor of Orthopedics and Biomedical Engineering, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic
September 29, 2022
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Objectives:
The objective of this virtual session is to discuss sex and race disparities in the musculoskeletal field, and how they may affect meniscus health. In particular, we will hear from three speakers that are experts in assessing these disparities in the development, injury, and treatment of musculoskeletal tissue. Overall, this session will give the audience knowledge and considerations for how sex and race disparities are important and can be studied in the meniscus field.
Organizers:
Jennifer Robinson, PhD
University of Kansas
Jay Patel, PhD
Emory University
Invited Speakers:
Monica Maly, PhD
University of Waterloo
Keith Baar, PhD
University of California, Davis
Paula Hernandez, PhD
UT Southwestern
September 28, 2022
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM (CENTRAL)
This session will present the latest understanding of atypical femoral fracture management, including pathological mechanisms, surgical strategies, and future research directions. Atypical femoral fractures provide us with a continual challenge in orthopedics. These fractures have both mechanical and biological issues which until recently were poorly recognized, yet complications remain common.
Objective(s):
- Gain an updated understanding of the mechanism of action and medical management of atypical femoral fractures
- Recognize the surgical challenges in primary fixation
- Consider the reconstructive options in failure of fixation
- Appreciate the future directions for research opportunities
Organizers:
ORS International Fracture Repair Section and Orthopaedic Trauma Association
Meghan Moran, PhD
Assistant Professor
Rush University Medical Center
Chelsea Bahney, PhD
Principal Investigator and Program Director/
Bone Repair and Skeletal Engineering
The Steadman Clinic & Steadman Philippon Research Institute
Speakers:
Alex Trompeter MD
St George’s University Hospital (London)
Jason Lowe MD, FACS, FAOA
Associate Professor
University of Arizona
Matt Graves MD, MS
Director, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
University of Mississippi Medical Center Program
Meghan Moran PhD
Associate Professor
Rush University Medical Center
Chelsea Bahney, PhD
Principal Investigator and Program Director
Bone Repair and Skeletal Engineering
The Steadman Clinic & Steadman Philippon Research Institute
Matthew Silva, PhD
Washington University School of Medicine
Louis Cheung, PhD
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
September 22, 2022
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CENTRAL)
Objectives:
- Provide an overview of the Innovation Network and Business Innovation Competition
- Learn the nuts and bolts for starting a company
- Provide an overview of the start-up roadmap
- Learn how to effectively communicate your technology at various stages
Organizers:
Roland Herzog, PhD
Committee member, ORS Innovation Network
Head of Technology Transfer
AO Foundation
Farshid Guilak, PhD
Committee member, ORS Innovation Network
Washington University at Saint Louis
Suzanne Tabbaa, PhD
Chair, ORS Innovation Network
SymplexBio Consulting
University of California, San Francisco
Speaker:
Starting a Company and Selling Your Story—Keys to Success on the Way to Market
Nicholas Pachuda, DPM
Chief Operating Officer
Peptilogics
Thursday, September 15, 2022
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Attendees will understand current strategies and challenges associated with bringing data-centered smart technologies through development to market.
Organizers:
ORS Industry Alliance Committee
Eric H. Ledet, PhD
Professor
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Jeff Bischoff, PhD
Director, Research
Zimmer Biomet
Speakers:
Janie Wilson, PhD (Academic Perspective)
Professor
Dalhousie University
Aenor Sawyer, MD, MS (Clinical Perspective)
Associate Professor
UCSF School of Medicine
Darren Wilson (Industry Perspective)
Senior Scientist, Technology and Innovation
Smith & Nephew
Colin O’Neill (Regulatory Perspective)
Assistant Division Director, Division of Spinal Devices
FDA
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Learn how experts in rodent and large animal models of ACL and rotator cuff have developed the model and use it for their research.
- Appreciate the advantages and disadvantages of the models and of each species for investigation of ACL and rotator cuff disease and repair.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section and ORS Tendon Section
Aimee Colbath VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA
Assistant Professor
Department of Clinical Sciences
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Nathaniel Dyment Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Department of Orthopedic Surgery
Perelman School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Drew Koch DVM MS DACVS-LA
PhD Candidate/Postdoctoral Fellow
Comparative Medicine and Translational Research Training Program
College of Veterinary Medicine
North Carolina State University
Dianne Little BVSc MSpVM PhD MRCVS DACVS-LA
Associate Professor, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine
Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering
Purdue University
Uma Sankar Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Murine Model to Study ACL Reconstruction
Dr. Nathaniel Dyment
Assistant Professor
McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory
Perelman School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Porcine Models of ACL Reconstruction
Dr Stephanie Cone
Lecturer
Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Wisconsin-Madison
(January 2023: Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Delaware)
Rodent Rotator Cuff Models
Dr. Stavros Thomopoulos
Robert E. Carroll and Jane Chace Carroll Laboratories Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Columbia University
August 31, 2022
11:00 AM (CENTRAL)
Objective:
To guide the audience through the process of MedTech Innovation: from Unmet Clinical Need in Orthopaedics to Solutions and show participants innovative brainstorming and team science techniques.
Organizers:
ORS ISFR and ORS Innovation Network
Chelsea Bahney, PhD
Principal Investigator and Program Director
Bone Repair and Skeletal Engineering
The Steadman Clinic & Steadman Philippon Research Institute
Lara Silverman, PhD
Principal Consultant
LIS BioConsulting LLC
Moderators:
Woojin Han, PhD
Mt. Sinai Icahn
Evan Goldberg, PhD
Global Center for Medical Innovation
Agenda:
MedTech Innovation: Why you start with an unmet need
Emily Blum, MD
Review of the ‘Unmet Needs in Orthopaedic Trauma’ Workshop at the ORS 2022 Annual Meeting
Chelsea Bahney, PhD
Moving from Unmet Clinical Need to Commercially Viable Solution: Techniques in Brainstorming
John Tipton, GCMI (Global Center for Medical Innovation)
‘Team Science: Value of a diverse team’
Girish Pattappa, PhD
Discussion
Wednesday August 17, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (CENTRAL)
Objectives:
- Understand key components of previous winning abstracts in the Implant Section
- Discuss the importance and context of disclosures related to implant use in abstract submissions
- Integrate feedback from other implant researchers to strengthen your abstract
- Expand your network within the implant research community
Organizers:
Orthopaedic Implant Research Section
Joshua Roth, PhD
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Michael Hast, PhD
University of Pennsylvania
Speakers:
Deborah Hall, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Rush University
Casey Myers
Research Assistant Professor
University of Denver
Geoffrey Ng, PhD
Assistant Professor
Western University
Attendee 3-min pitches
Attendees are encouraged to prepare a 3-minute elevator pitch about the story of their abstract that they plan to submit to ORS. We will divide into breakout groups and attendees will present their pitch to the other attendees as well as experienced researchers from the ORS Implant Section. Each presenter will be given feedback on their elevator pitch.
August 4, 2022
10:00 AM (CENTRAL)
Objective(s):
The objective of this session is to look back and discuss some of the impactful posters of this year’s ORS Annual Meeting. The authors will be given a chance to present their posters which will be followed by question answers and discussion.
Organizers:
Jeannie Bailey, PhD
Assistant Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
University of California San Francisco
Uruj Zehra, PhD
Assistant Professor of Anatomy
University of Health Sciences
Presenters:
Poster 1
Time-Dependent Adaptations Of The IVD Correspond With Low Back Pain Symptoms Induced By Prolonged Standing
Donald Aboytes, Washington University in St. Louis
Poster 2
Intervertebral Disc Differences Between Physiological And Ex Vivo Conditions Using MRI
Harrah R. Newman, University of Delaware
Poster 3
A Role For Extracellular Vesicles In Human Cartilage Endplate-mediated Crosstalk
Kyle S Kuchynsky, Ohio State University
Poster 4
Preliminary Evidence Of Calcification In Human Lumbar Cartilaginous Endplate: Implications For Disc Degeneration
Vivek P Shah, University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Thursday July 28, 2022
11am to 12:30pm US Central Time
Objectives:
Anthony Kirilusha, current Funding Agency Liaison Officer for the ORS Spine Section, and Program Director for the Cartilage and Connective Tissue Program at the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) will lead this virtual session focused on NIAMS Funding Opportunities and Strategies for Spine Researchers.
Topics to be covered will include:
- Overview of NIAMS, core funding mechanisms and the application processes, with an emphasis on opportunities for trainees and early-stage investigators.
- “Out of the box” funding opportunities (i.e. outside of traditional standing mechanisms, R01/R21 etc.) for spine researchers.
- Opportunities for large, collaborative grant applications for spine research.
- Strategies for spine researchers based at institutions outside the United States to apply for NIAMS funding, both directly and collaboratively.
- Extended question and answer session.
Organizers:
ORS Spine Section Officers:
Lachlan Smith, PhD, Spine Section Chair
University of Pennsylvania
Simon Tang, PhD, MSCI
Washington University at Saint Louis
Dino Samartzis, Dsc
Rush University
Nilsson Holguin
Ichan School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Speaker:
Anthony Kirilusha
Program Director for the Cartilage and Connective Tissue Program
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Q&A Session: Assessing Orthopaedic Pain in Preclinical Rodent and Small Animal Models
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss options for the measurement of sensitization and pain-related behaviors in mice
- Describe factors to consider when using behavioral assessments in your experimental design
- Discuss gait as a measurement of pain
- Discuss clinical translatability of pain outcome measures small animals
- Discuss other types of assays used to evaluate neuronal activity
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Uma Sankar, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Aimee Colbath, VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA
Assistant Professor
Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Michigan State University
Expert Panel Members:
Rachel Miller, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Internal Medicine,
Division of Rheumatology
Rush University Medical Center
May 12, 2022
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss advances on the mechanics and the biology of meniscal tissues and tissue engineered scaffolds
- Discuss aspects of meniscal mechanobiology and their relevance to the phenomena of tissue inflammation
- Further the knowledge on structure and composition of the meniscal tissue
Organizers:
ORS Meniscus Section
Francesco Travascio PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
University of Miami
Raghunatha Yammani, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Molecular Medicine
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Removal of GAGs Improves Mechanical Properties and Resistance to Failure in Tissue Engineered Meniscal Enthesis
Serafina Lopez
Cornell University
Cyclic Tensile Stretch Offsets Inflammatory Effects of IL-1α for Both Inner and Outer Zone Porcine Meniscus Cells
Rebecca Irwin, PhD
Cornell University
Comprehensive volumetric analysis of matrix structure and composition in knee meniscus
Hun-Jin Jeong, PhD
Columbia University
Assessing Orthopaedic Pain in Preclinical Mouse Models
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss and evaluate multiple options for the measurement of sensitization and pain-related behaviors in mice
- Describe factors to consider when using behavioral assessments in your experimental design
- Discuss other types of assays used to evaluate neuronal activity
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Uma Sankar PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Aimee Colbath VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA
Assistant Professor
Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Michigan State University
Speaker:
Rachel Miller, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology
Rush University Medical Center
ORS ISFR 3-Minute Research Pitch Competition
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Objective: Participants will have three minutes to present their work using one slide about what they are working on and why it is important to the field of research of bone regeneration, fracture repair, trauma or related. Following each three-minute presentation, two minutes are allowed for one question from the audience or judges.
Organizers:
ORS ISFR Section
Speakers
Katie Hixon, BS, PhD
Assistant Professor
Dartmouth College
Meghan Moran, PhD
Assistant Professor
Rush University Medical Center
Melanie Haffner-Luntzer, PhD
Assistant Professor
Ulm University
April 14, 2022
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (CENTRAL)
The Strategies in Clinical Research Section invite you to attend their first section scientific meeting. This session will introduce the newest ORS Research Section, and will include a panel of experts from leading clinical research journals
This open forum session will allow participants to gain invited panelist perspectives on the following topics:
- Promoting and maintaining high quality clinical research in orthopaedics
- Reporting standards and publications guidelines: Why are they important? (Critical Appraisal)
- Academic publishing business models – subscription, hybrid, and open access
The meeting will also include a question & answer session.
Organizers:
ORS Strategies in Clinical Research Section
Michelle Ghert, MD, FRCSC, McMaster University
Joel Gagnier, ND, MSc, PhD, University of Michigan
Speakers:
Jaimo Ahn, MD, PhD
Chief Editor, Frontiers in Orthopaedic Surgery
Prof. Fares Haddad, FRSC
Editor-in-Chief, The Bone & Joint Journal
Marc F. Swiontkowski, MD
Editor-in-Chief, The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery
Seth S. Leopold, MD
Editor-in-Chief, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research®
Edward J. Harvey, MD, MSc, FRCSC
Editor-in-Chief, The Canadian Journal of Surgery
Peter S. Rose, MD, FAAOS
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of the AAOS (JAAOS®)
Part I: Measuring chronic pain in small animal orthopedic models and the approval of anti-NGF monoclonal antibodies for clinical use in small animals
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss and evaluate multiple options for the measurement or detection of pain in dogs and cats
- Present gait as a measurement of pain
- Discuss clinical translatability of pain outcome measures in dogs and cats
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Uma Sankar PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Aimee Colbath VMD, PhD, DACVS-LA
Assistant Professor
Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Michigan State University
Speaker:
Duncan Lascelles, BSc, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS, DSAS(ST), DECVS, DACVS
Professor of Translational Pain Research and Management
NC State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Conservative Versus Surgical Management of Meniscal Injuries: A Tag-Team Debate
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objective:
The purpose of this session is to give multiple perspectives on the management of meniscal injuries, with two conservative and two surgical perspectives. This session will target all levels of members interested in meniscus research.
Organizers:
Jay Patel, PhD
Emory University
Donna Pacicca, MD
Children’s Mercy Kansas City
Speakers:
Clare Safran-Norton
Conservative Management (Physical Therapy)
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Elizaveta Kon
Conservative Management (Orthobiologics)
Humanitas University
Thomas DeBerardino
Surgical Management (Repair)
Baylor College of Medicine
Andrew Amis
Surgical Management (Replacement)
Imperial College London
Topics in Preclinical Model Research
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objective:
To develop awareness of specific topics in preclinical delivered online by an invited expert.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Joshua Cohen, MD
Assistant Professor
VCU College of Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Uma Sankar, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Beyond the Rodent: Transgenic Large Animal Preclinical Models
Larry J. Suva, PhD
Professor and Head
Department of Veterinary Physiology and Pharmacology
College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
Texas A&M University
Computational Modeling and Simulation to Support Implant Design and Evaluation and Clinical Decision Making – Practical Considerations on Model Credibility
Part III: Validation Considerations for Translational Computational Modeling & Simulation Applications
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
Physics-based computational modeling and simulation (M&S) is a very broadly used approach for evaluating medical devices and supporting innovation in surgical techniques. M&S can enable efficient, systematic, and insightful investigations into the fundamental workings of medical devices. Contemporary training curricula on modeling within orthopaedics, specifically the use of finite element analysis, musculoskeletal modeling, and other mechanistic approaches, are generally focused on execution of modeling to address relevant questions, without appropriate attention to ensuring model credibility. The goal of this series is to train students, post-docs, fellows, young investigators, and industry researchers who are active in translational applications of M&S, or who collaborate with and use models from researchers in that space, on essential elements of defining and achieving model credibility requirements through verification, validation, and uncertainty quantification. This will be achieved through guided hands-on experiential learning facilitated through three virtual sessions through end of 2021 and culminating in a half-day workshop at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Organizers:
ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Dr. Jeffrey E. Bischoff, ORS Implants Section
Research Director, Zimmer Biomet
Dr. Jonathan A. Gustafson, ORS Implants Section
Instructor, Rush University Medical Center
Moderators:
Dr. Cheryl Liu
Senior Principal Engineer
Stryker
Dr. Mark Driscoll
Assistant Professor
McGill University
Speakers:
Jean Ouellet, McGill University
Tim Rossman, MS, Mayo Clinic
Jason Halloran, Washington State University
Casey Myers, University of Denver
Payman Afshari, DePuy Synthes
Missed Part I and/or II? Watch the video recording to get up to speed prior to joining Part III:
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
To develop awareness of specific topics in preclinical delivered online by an invited expert.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Joshua Cohen MD
Assistant Professor
VCU College of Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Uma Sankar Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Part II: Reproducible Preclinical Animal Models of Osteoarthritis
Speaker:
Blaine Christiansen, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of California Davis
Computational Modeling and Simulation to Support Implant Design and Evaluation and Clinical Decision Making – Practical Considerations on Model Credibility (A Three Part Series)
Part 2 – Code and Solution Verification Considerations for Translational Computational Modeling & Simulation Applications
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Central)
Physics-based computational modeling and simulation (M&S) is a very broadly used approach for evaluating medical devices and supporting innovation in surgical techniques. M&S can enable efficient, systematic, and insightful investigations into the fundamental workings of medical devices. Contemporary training curricula on modeling within orthopaedics, specifically the use of finite element analysis, musculoskeletal modeling, and other mechanistic approaches, are generally focused on execution of modeling to address relevant questions, without appropriate attention to ensuring model credibility. The goal of this series is to train students, post-docs, fellows, young investigators, and industry researchers who are active in translational applications of M&S, or who collaborate with and use models from researchers in that space, on essential elements of defining and achieving model credibility requirements through verification, validation, and uncertainty quantification. This will be achieved through guided hands-on experiential learning facilitated through three virtual sessions through the end of 2021 and culminating in a half-day workshop at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Organizers:
ORS Orthopaedic Implants Section
Dr. Jeffrey E. Bischoff, ORS Implants Section
Research Director, Zimmer Biomet
Dr. Jonathan A. Gustafson, ORS Implants Section
Instructor, Rush University Medical Center
Moderators:
Dr. Ahmet Erdemir
Associate Staff
Cleveland Clinic
Dr. Marc Horner
Senior Principal Engineer
Ansys
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Learning Objectives:
To develop awareness of specific topics in preclinical delivered online by an invited expert.
Organizers:
ORS Preclinical Models Section
Joshua Cohen, MD
Assistant Professor
VCU College of Engineering
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Uma Sankar, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology
Indiana University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Preclinical Models of Bone Fracture Healing
Kurt D. Hankenson, DVM, PhD
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Michigan Medical School
Wednesday, August 11, 2021
11:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Learning Objectives:
- To provide students/trainees/residents an opportunity to present their work to meniscus
researchers. - Provide information about the most up to date research endeavors on the topics of mechanics, cell signaling, and tissue engineering to the meniscus community.
- Provide constructive feedback to these junior scientists that will help to increase the impact of their work in the meniscus research field.
- To provide a sense of community for these junior scientists that will encourage future participation and involvement with the ORS Meniscus section.
Organizers:
ORS Meniscus Section
Matthew Koff, PhD
Meniscus Section Chair Elect
Hospital for Special Surgery
Chathuraka Jayasuriya, PhD
Meniscus Section Research Chair
Brown University
Speakers:
Comparison Of Meniscal T2* Metrics In Elite Basketball Players And Swimmers
Erin Argentieri, BS
Hospital for Special Surgery
Blood Induces Catabolism Of Meniscus Tissue
Kevin Betsch, BS
Duke University
Maneuvering Through The Cell Traffic: Dividing The Merging Lanes Of Chemotaxis And Catabolism By Untangling Signaling Pathways Involved In Cell-Based Meniscus Healing
Jay Trivedi, PhD
Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University
Ovine Knee Kinematics And Contact Pressures Measured In A Gait Simulator For Meniscus Replacement Evaluation
Maria Kristina Bartolo, MS
Imperial College London
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
11:00 AM (Central)
Organizers:
ORS Spine Section
Uruj Zehra, PhD
Assistant Professor of Anatomy
University of Health Sciences
John Martin, PhD
Postdoctoral Associate
Duke University
The objective of this session is to identify and present impactful posters from this years’ ORS Annual Meeting to the Spine Section membership. Experts in spine research will identify posters that are of interest and describe their results to the audience. Poster authors will be invited for a question/answer session, giving trainees a unique opportunity to present their research to the section.
Speakers:
Virtual Poster Tour, Session 1
Morgan Giers, PhD
Assistant Professor of Bioengineering
Oregon State University
Virtual Poster Tour, Session 2
Rahul Gawri, MD PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery
McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Computational Modeling and Simulation to Support Implant Design and Evaluation and Clinical Decision Making – Practical Considerations on Model Credibility
Part One: Defining translational applications of computational modeling & simulation in orthopaedics, understanding the need for model credibility, and assessing model risk
Series Organizers: Dr. Jeffrey E. Bischoff and Dr. Jonathan A. Gustafson
The goal of this series is to train students, post-docs, fellows, young investigators, and industry researchers who are active in translational applications of M&S, or who collaborate with and use models from researchers in that space, on essential elements of defining and achieving model credibility requirements through verification, validation, and uncertainty quantification. This will be achieved through guided hands-on experiential learning facilitated through three virtual sessions through end of 2021 and culminating in a half-day workshop at the 2022 Annual Meeting.
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Moderators:
Dr. Ali Kiapour, Director of Biomechanics Research, Department of Neurosurgery, MGH Neurosurgery, Spine Innovation and Research Laboratory, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Dr. Gregory Lewis, Assistant Professor, Pennsylvania State University
This session recording is available at no cost to ORS members. The non-member fee to view the session recording is $49 (USD).
Career Development Webinar Recordings
Members Only Webinar Recordings
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
If you are a new ORS member, please join us for an orientation where we will provide information on the structure of ORS, the benefits of membership, the opportunities for networking and career development, and much more. Bring any questions you have. We are here to help make your ORS membership all that it can be.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is a strategic imperative at the ORS. We offer educational DEIA content on important matters that can assist you in addressing issues that might arise in your organization. Please join us for a discussion about DEIA. You will be equipped with information and resources to help address potential matters in the workforce. You will participate in small group discussions covering various DEIA-related topics that include:
- Bullying, Harassment, and Power Dynamics
- Accessibility
- Mental Health
- Bias and Microaggressions
- Inclusion, Belonging, and Imposter Syndrome
Hosts:
Paula Hernandez, PhD
Instructor and Principal Investigator
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Biomedical Engineering, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Jamie Benson, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
Elliott Lab, University of Delaware
David Jordan, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arizona
Ines Reichert, MD, PhD
Consultant / Hon Senior Lecturer Trauma & Orthopaedic Surgery
King’s College Hospital London
Honey Hendesi, MD, PhD
Instructor
Anschutz Medical Campus, University of Colorado
Mary Bucklin, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
Rush University Medical Center
Organizers: ORS Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Committee
Rahul Gawri, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McGill University
Co-Director, Regenerative Orthopaedics and Innovation Laboratory
Montréal General Hospital
Feini (Sylvia) Qu, VMD, PhD
Assistant Professor
Allan Treuer-Ted Wagner, MD Endowed Chair in Regenerative Spine Surgery
Department of Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Institute for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine, University of Washington
Organized by the ORS Spine Research Section.
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Central Time
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
Animal models of intervertebral disc degeneration are often used to evaluate disc pathology and test therapeutic strategies. In this webinar, three categories of animal models of disc degeneration will be discussed by leaders in the field: injury models, naturally-occurring models, and genetically-modified mouse models. Each speaker will discuss the most prominent models in these categories along with the features of disc degeneration, the methods for developing these models, pros and cons of each model system, and findings from their personal research.
Co-Organizers:
John Martin, PhD
Postdoctoral Researcher
Duke University
Sarah Gullbrand, PhD
Research Associate of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Pennsylvania
Speakers:
Koichi Masuda, MD
Professor
University of California, San Diego
Marianna Tryfonidou, DVM, PhD, dipl ECVS
Professor Regenerative Orthopedics
Utrecht University
Laura Stone, PhD
Associate Professor
McGill University
Tuesday, July 31
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM (CENTRAL)
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
Epigenetics is the study of heritable changes in gene expression without alterations in the underlying DNA sequence. Thus, epigenetics represents a change in phenotype without a change in genotype, suggesting that gene function could be altered by more than just changes in nuclear sequences. Epigenetics controls normal tissue development as well as disease processes, but exact mechanisms of this control in different tissues and under different disease conditions are poorly understood. In this webinar, we aim to focus on understanding how epigenetics controls tissue development and homeostasis, and how it plays a critical role in diseases, particularly in the initiation and progression of osteoarthritis.
Co-Organizers:
Muhammad Farooq Rai, PhD
Assistant Professor
Washington University, St. Louis, MO
Chia-Lung Wu, PhD
PostDoc Research Associate
Washington University, St. Louis, MO
Speakers:
Jennifer Westendorf, PhD
Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN
Regis O’Keefe, MD, PhD
Fred C. Reynolds Professor and Chair Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington University, St. Louis, MO
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
Stem cells are an attractive but enigmatic cell type which have enormous potential, but present many challenges. This potential can be revealed and unleashed based on systematic studies on understanding the nature of the stem cells, developing strategies for steering their fate and functions, as well as carrying out well-designed and controlled in vivo models.
Endogenous tendon stem cells have been researched from different angles for over a decade now. Prof. Docheva will provide experimental examples from her own research on biochemical and biomechanical factors regulating endogenous tendon stem cell functions as well as discovering intriguing molecular pathways behind accumulated stem cell dysfunctions during age-associated tendinopathy. Prof Roger Smith will provide advancements and shortfalls of animal models for tendon repair and regeneration.
Organizer:
Dimitrios Zeugolis, BSc(Hons), MSc, PhD
REMODEL, SFI CÚRAM, NUI Galway
Speakers:
Denitsa Docheva, PhD
University Regensburg Medical Centre, Department of Trauma Surgery, Germany
Roger Smith, MA, VetMB, PhD, FHEA, DEO, ECDILA
Assoc. DipECVS, FRCVS The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, UK
Wednesday, April 4, 2018
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (CENTRAL)
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
Thank you to our corporate supporter: Bioventus
Polytrauma commonly accompanies orthopaedic injury due to accidents with automobiles, industrial and construction worksite accidents, war and blast injuries, and injuries caused by natural disasters. Orthopaedic aspects of polytrauma include open fractures, multiple fractures, and extensive soft tissue damage including loss or damage to surrounding muscle and vascular compromise. Injuries to other sites including head or spinal cord, internal organs, and dermal burns have their own effects on orthopaedic outcomes and post-operative complications. This webinar will provide an overview of how each of these accompanying injuries effect orthopaedic treatments and outcomes. Also, speakers will provide an overview of the most pressing clinical problems that need to be addressed by research and define human and animal research approaches and models that address these clinical needs.
Organizer:
Louis Gerstenfeld, PhD
Boston University School of Medicine
Speakers:
Hans-Christoph Pape, MD, FACS
University of Zurich
Benjamin Levi, MD
University of Michigan
Burnwoundlab.com
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Wednesday, June 21, 2017
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Central Time
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
There are currently no effective treatments for chronically degenerated torn tendons. In particular, surgical repair of the complex tendon enthesis does not lead to healing with restoration of the native structure or function. This webinar will feature the perspectives of a clinician, Dr. Joseph Iannotti, and a basic scientist, Dr. Helen Lu, on current metrics of success for tendon healing and therapeutics. The discussion will aim to build bridges between basic science and clinical need. Topics covered will include: tissue engineering approaches, and the clinical definition for success. We will also discuss approaches to translation of clinical need to basic science studies.
Organizer:
Nelly Andarawis-Puri, PhD
Clare Boothe Luce Associate Professor; Nancy and Peter Meinig Family Investigator in the Life Sciences
Cornell University
Speakers:
Joseph Iannotti, MD
Chairman, Orthopaedic and Rheumatoloic Institute; Co-Director of the Orhtopaedic Research Center
Cleveland Clinic
Helen Lu, PhD
Professor of Biomedical Engineering Chair, Graduate Studies
Columbia University
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
12:00 PM CST
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
The non-invasive imaging technique of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is capable of generating high resolution and high contrast images without the need for ionizing radiation. Results from MRI can guide the clinical management decision making process for patients affected with meniscal pathologies, and aid in the assessment of the performance of new technologies aimed at meniscal repair. In this webinar we will review state-of-art MRI methodologies that are being developed and used for visualizing the meniscus and assessing its biochemical composition. The basic physics underlying the acquisition methods and analysis will be reviewed, and the techniques of T1ρ, T2, T2* mapping will be reviewed.
The meniscus of the knee joint is one of the most commonly injured musculoskeletal tissues. Non-invasive imaging allows the type and extent of injury to be assessed, and as such helps guide the clinical management decision making process for patients affected with meniscal pathologies. At the ORS 2016 Annual Meeting, the membership of the Meniscus Section voiced the opinion that there was a need to disseminate more detailed information about meniscus imaging techniques. This webinar will provide an overview of MR techniques for those scientists not entirely familiar with MR physics, while also providing a more in-depth analysis of the physics underlying the acquisition analysis methods specific to T1ρ, T2, T2* mapping.
Participants will learn about: (i) the process of acquiring and analyzing images and data acquired from MR scans will be reviewed (ii) clinical Imaging & UTE techniques, and (iii) T2 & T1 rho mapping of meniscus.
Co-Organizers:
Suzanne Maher, PhD, Associate Scientist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Matthew Koff, PhD, Associate Scientist, Hospital for Special Surgery
Speakers:
Matthew Koff, PhD, Associate Scientist, Hospital for Special Surgery
An Engineers Overview of the Process of Acquiring and Analyzing Images and Data Acquired from MR Scans
Christine Chung, MD, Professor in Residence of Radiology, University of California at San Diego
Clinical Imaging & UTE Techniques
Sharmilla Majumdar, PhD, Professor and the Vice Chair of Research, University of California at San Francisco School of Medicine
T2 & T1 Rho Mapping of Meniscus
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Please note: This webinar is password protected and only available to ORS members and those who paid the webinar registration fee.
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Osteoarthritis, the leading cause of disability and a financial burden on the society, affects 50+ million Americans. There are no effective treatment options available for this clinical syndrome largely because the molecular mechanisms of disease development are poorly understood. Although articular cartilage degeneration is the hallmark of end stage osteoarthritis, it is no longer considered to be only a cartilage disease. It is now being recognized that osteoarthritis affects all knee joint tissues (meniscus, cartilage, ligament, bone) and should therefore be viewed as a total joint disease. ORS conducted a webinar to address the basic science, clinical and translational aspects of osteoarthritis as a total joint disease. Differences between mouse and human was discussed.
Virtual Industry Session Recordings
Workshop and Research Interest Group (RIG) Recordings
Webinar Recording Achieves
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM Central Time
This webinar focuses on individuals in training positions, early stage independent investigators, or investigators considering a switch to a new field of research. A panel of K awardees will cover topics including award eligibility, duration and budgets. Particular focus will be placed on the development of mentoring and training plans specific to each award type. In addition, participants will also gain insights in to successfully transitioning from a mentored K award to independent R01/ R00 funding.
Organizer:
Alayna E. Loiselle, PhD
University of Rochester Medical Center
Speakers:
Elizabeth Bradley, PhD
Mayo Clinic
K01: Mentored Research Scientist Development Awards
Awards Dianne Little, BVSc, PhD
Purdue University
K08: Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Investigator
Kyle Allen, PhD
University of Florida
Successfully Obtaining a K99 and Transitioning to Independence (R00)\
With support provided by:
Thursday, December 6
11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Central Time
This webinar is the second in a series of educational programming for the ORS Business Innovation Competition. The goal of this webinar series is to provide ORS Business Innovation Competition participants the opportunity to identify the commercial potential of their research and steps needed for commercialization. This webinar will focus on the importance of understanding the regulatory and reimbursement strategy. The format of the webinar will be a 15-20 minute presentation followed by Q + A from the webinar participants.
Co-Organizers of the ORS Business Innovation Competition:
Suzanne M Tabbaa, PhD
Sr. Manager, Market Development, Biologics
NuVasive, Inc.
Farshid Guilak, PhD
Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington University
Speakers:
Katie Reuther, PhD
Director
Columbia BiomedX
Seth Goldenberg, PhD
Principal
2G Consulting
With support provided by:
Thursday, December 13
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM Central Time
This webinar is the third in a series of educational programming for the ORS Business Innovation Competition. The goal of this webinar series is to provide ORS Business Innovation Competition participants the opportunity to identify the commercial potential of their research and steps needed for commercialization. This webinar will focus on the importance of intellectual property and technology transfer. The format of the webinar will be a 15-20 minute presentation followed by Q + A from the webinar participants.
Co-Organizers of the ORS Business Innovation Competition:
Suzanne M Tabbaa, PhD
Sr. Manager, Market Development, Biologics
NuVasive, Inc.
Farshid Guilak, PhD
Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington University
Speakers:
Katie Reuther, PhD
Director
Columbia BiomedX
Satish Rao, PhD
Associate Director of Physical Sciences Licensing
Columbia University
With support provided by:
Friday, November 9, 2018
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM Central Time
This webinar is the first in a series of educational programming for the ORS Business Innovation Competition. The goal of this webinar series is to provide ORS members and non-members the opportunity to identify the commercial potential of their research and steps needed for commercialization. The first webinar will focus on the importance of understanding the market and your customers. The format of the webinar will be a 15-20 minute presentation followed by 10 minutes of Q + A from the webinar participants.
Speakers/Co-Organizers of the ORS Business Innovation Competition:
Suzanne M Tabbaa, PhD
Sr. Manager, Market Development, Biologics
NuVasive, Inc.
Farshid Guilak, PhD
Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington University
Katie Reuther, PhD
Director
Columbia BiomedX
Ben Glenn, JD
Partner
Shay Glenn LLP
With support provided by:
Monday, October 8, 2018
11:00AM – 11:30AM PM Central Time
This an introduction webinar on the ORS Business Innovation Competition. The organizers will provide a brief overview of the program including who should participate, how the program works, and the benefits of the program. The remainder of the webinar will address any questions from participants. The goal of the program is to provide participants the opportunity to identify the commercial potential of their research and the steps needed for commercialization. This program will provide participating teams expert mentors, a webinar series on various aspects of biodesign and commercialization, and the opportunity to pitch their ideas to an expert judging panel. ORS members and non-members from all levels with an innovative idea are welcome to participate. Teams are not required to have a company. Trainees (students, fellows, etc.) are encouraged to participate as well. We look forward to hearing from interested members and hope you will participate in the program.
ORS Business Plan Competition requires at least two of the participating members of the competition be ORS members.
Speakers/Co-Organizers of the ORS Business Innovation Competition:
Suzanne M Tabbaa, PhD
Sr. Manager, Market Development, Biologics
NuVasive, Inc.
Farshid Guilak, PhD
Professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Washington University
Katie Reuther, PhD
Director
Columbia BiomedX
Friday, January 12, 2018
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (CENTRAL)
Registration Fee:
FREE
With the research funding climate currently at historically low levels, many young investigators are finding it difficult to secure grants to build their research careers. We will explore funding opportunities beyond those available from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Specifically, we will present opportunities available through the Department of Defense (DoD), and provide a perspective on how applying for these grants compares and contrasts with those from the NIH.
Speakers:
Michael Yaszemski, MD, PhD
Professor of Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering
Mayo Clinic
Jessica Goetz, PhD
Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation
University of Iowa
Moderator:
Edward Bonnevie, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Pennsylvania
Member, ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee
Friday, June 9, 2017
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Central Time
Registration Fee: None
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health is committed to advancing regulatory science with computational modeling. This presentation will cover the new standard from the ASME Verification and Validation (V&V 40) subcommittee on Computational Modeling for Medical Devices. Computational modeling can be used throughout the product life cycle to provide information about the technical performance, safety, and effectiveness of medical devices. Computational models can also be used to assess aspects of in vivo performance without subjecting patients to potential harm or unnecessary risk. Establishing the credibility of a computational model to assess in vivo performance is important because of the inherent risk. Model credibility can be established through verification and validation (V&V) activities. Although methods for V&V are well-established, guidance is lacking on assessing the adequacy of the V&V activities for computational models used to support medical device development and evaluation. Given the inherent risk of using a computational model as a basis for predicting medical device performance, a risk-informed credibility assessment framework has been developed. The framework centers on establishing that model credibility is commensurate with the risk associated with decisions influenced by the computational model. Thus, the intent of this standard is to provide guidance on how to establish risk-informed credibility goals, which are used in the development of the V&V plan, and then determine and communicate the credibility of computational models used in the evaluation of medical devices.
Speaker:
Tina Morrison, PhD FDA/CDRH
Deputy Director, Division of Applied Mechanics, Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories
Moderator:
Chris Roche, MSE, MBA
Director of Engineering, Extremities Exactech
Member, ORS Industry Engagement Committee
Wed, Dec 14, 2016 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST
FREE WEBINAR
Successful postdoctoral training is an essential step in preparing the future leaders in orthopaedic research. The purpose of this webinar is to provide insights regarding the post-doctoral experience. You will hear from skilled young investigators who completed outstanding post-doctoral fellowships and became successful independent investigators. Three speakers will discuss the processes they followed to identify their mentors, along with the strategies they developed to enhance their skills and surmount the challenges they faced. This unique opportunity will better prepare senior PhD candidates or new laureates navigate their transition into a successful post-doctoral fellowship.
Topics covered in the webinar include:
1. Identifying a proper lab for post-doc training
2. Generate a research plan and establish productive collaborations
3. Obtaining independent funding
4. Teaching and mentorship
Moderators:
X. Lucas Lu, Ph.D.
Chair, ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee
Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
University of Delaware
Karl Lewis, BS
Member, New Investigators Mentoring Committee
PhD Candidate
Department of Biomedical Engineering
The City College of New York
Speakers:
Karen Troy, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Baohong Zhao, D.M.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Department of Medicine
Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Assistant Scientist
Arthritis Degeneration Program and Genomic Center
Hospital for Special Surgery
Daniel Cortes, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Penn State University,
State College, PA
Friday, December 2, 2016
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health is committed to advancing regulatory science with computational modeling. Specifically, there is a role for modeling and simulation in the evaluation of medical devices, from the research and development stage to supporting the approval/clearances of devices on the market. Numerous challenges remain before we can fully realize the potential for modeling and simulation. One of the key challenges is being able to review the computational model and evaluate the evidence available to support its use in regulatory submissions. To overcome this challenge, FDA has recently published a guidance document for Reporting Computational Modeling Studies in Medical Device Submissions. In this document, we outline our recommendations on the format and organization of the report. Better reporting will improve our consistency in decision making and foster broader acceptance of modeling and simulation. Moreover, another key challenge is know what level of evidence is needed to support using a computational model to make regulatory decisions. On this front, FDA is working closely with industry to develop a risk-informed credibility assessment framework. Finally, to tackle scientific and technical challenges, CDRH continues its research endeavors in modeling and simulation. The webinar will focus on these key aspects: the guidance on reporting, the standard on credibility evidence, and scientific research projects.
Speaker:
Tina Morrison, PhD
FDA/CDRH
Deputy Director, Division of Applied Mechanics, Office of Science and Engineering Laboratories
Moderator:
Chris Roche, MSE, MBA
Director of Engineering, Extremities
Exactech
Member, ORS Industry Engagement Committee
July 25, 2016
This webinar will review strategies and tips for effectively communicating your research in an ORS abstract, specifically as it relates to industry. This will be accomplished through two presentations.
First, Mark Wilkinson, MB ChB, PhD, FRCS will provide a brief overview of how to submit an abstract for the ORS annual meeting and guidelines for abstract preparation. He will also outline some pointers for what makes a good abstract together with some potential pitfalls. Lastly, he will review how abstracts are graded and what reviewers are looking for.
Next, Carl Flannery, PhD will provide keys to success for industry related abstracts. He will review what to include in your ORS abstract as well as pitfalls to avoid in your ORS abstract preparation. He will also review steps to take before submitting your ORS abstract
Together these presentations will provide you with a foundation for submitting a successful industry related abstract.
January 27, 2016
11:00 AM CDT
Navigating the research field is as much about career management as it is about scientific training and ability. Although doctoral study primarily focuses on research, new independent investigators are expected to obtain extramural grants, publish, advise students, and provide service to scientific societies in addition to research, teaching, and administrative responsibilities. The goal of this webinar is to provide insight into how new investigators can prepare for and meet these tasks effectively.
November 13, 2015
2:00 PM CDT
Mechanically assisted corrosion of metallic biomaterials has been a major concern in Orthopaedics as issues have arisen with metal-metal junctions, modular tapers and a range of other applications where metal-metal contacts are present under high cyclic loads and corrosion conditions. Much of the field has focused on the mechanical (tribological) aspects of surface damage, and the direct consequences of particles and ions on the local biological system. While these continue to be significant and important areas of study, there are several aspects of corrosion and the corrosion-biology interaction that are not well understood or studied that have significant impact on the nature of the corrosion observed and the nature of the biological reactions possible. This presentation will discuss the electrochemistry of corrosion, the importance of surface oxides in this process and the role of the reduction reactions that are part of corrosion. In addition, the interactions of the local biological system and inflammatory processes with the corroding metal surface will be discussed. Examples of new concepts to be described include the effect of reduction reactions on cell viability and the role of inflammatory cells and inflammatory chemistry (Reactive Oxygen Species) on corrosion of CoCrMo and Ti alloy surfaces. The new paradigm of “Biology causes corrosion and corrosion causes biology” will be described.
October 28, 2015
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM CDT
The webinar will cover the use of different in vitro culture conditions for intervertebral disc cells and tissues. From monolayer cultures of isolated disc cells, to the 3D culture systems routinely used to re-differentiate IVD cells towards the in vivo phenotype. The use of co-culture systems to mimic the native cellular interactions within the disc will also be discussed. In addition, we will review tissue cultures from explants to whole organ culture, with discussion of the media requirements and the use of loading and loading systems to maintain disc phenotype and viability during prolonged culture. The advantages and disadvantages of the systems will also be included as well as some of their uses to date.
September 2, 2015
11:00 AM CDT
The ability to submit a competitive proposal to NIH and to receive an NIH grant is the first essential step for all young scientists to start their career in biomedical research. The two speakers in this webinar, a program director from NIH/NIAMS and a scientific reviewer officer from NIH/CSR, will share their perspective on the grant application process with you. They will talk about how to find a proper funding mechanism for your career status and scientific ideas and provide information on preparation, submission, and revision of your proper grant proposals. They will also share with you tips learned from their experiences for the successfully navigating the funding process.
Specific topics covered in the webinar include:
• What will happen to your proposal after submission?
• The roles of program director, scientific officer, grant management officer and study section
• Facts about F32 and K99/R00 grant
• Requirements for a Mentored Career Development (K) proposal
• Which one to submit first as junior faculty, R03, R21, or R01?
• Ins and outs of the scientific review process
• Common aspects of successful proposals
You are welcome to attend if you are interested in submitting a research proposal to any NIH or agency, have a proposal in review, or already have a research fund!
Presented by the ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee on January 21, 2015
This is the second part of our webinar series “How to find a faculty job?” (see part I here if you missed it). Assuming you have received interview invitations from your dream schools, it is time to prepare for the interview, explore the environment, and negotiate the startup package. The two speakers in this webinar, a renowned biomedical engineering department chair and a young professor in a top bioengineering program, will share their perspective on the interview and negotiation process with you. They will provide you the guidance to turn the interview into a job offer and to start your career with the resources you need.
Specific topics covered in the webinar include:
- Design your seminar and chalk talk
- Understand the role of the search committee
- Make the most of your one-on-one interviews
- Expectations, etiquette, follow-up
- What to expect in the offer letter
- What parts of my recruitment package are negotiable?
- How do I manage the timing when I am considering more than one offer?
Presented by the ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee on August 28, 2014
Speakers:
Dawn M. Elliott, PhD
University of Delaware
Simon Tang, PhD
Washington University in St Louis
Finding faculty positions that fit your background and getting interviews for those positions are the first essential steps for young scientists with dreams of an academic job. This webinar features two speakers: a Chair of a bio-medical engineering program and a newly recruited Assistant Professor in one of the country’s top programs. They will share their perspectives on the application process – from both sides of the table. They will highlight what the search committee is looking for and ways to make your application stand out from the rest to earn you an interview.
Specific topics covered in the webinar include:
- Self-evaluation and how to prepare yourself for the job search process
- The current job market in academia
- Searching for available positions and finding the information behind the advertisement
- Preparing your CV, research statement and teaching philosophy
- Finding out what the search committee is looking for in each stage of the process
- Understanding how applications are reviewed by the committee
Sponsored by the ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee
Speakers:
Darryl D. D’Lima, MD, PhD
Director, Orthopaedic Research, Scripps Health
D. Rick Sumner, PhD
Presidential Professor for Medical Research, The Mary Lou Bell McGrew
Chair, Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Rush Medical College
Currently serving as ORS Editorial Advisory Board Member
Michael J. Yaszemski, MD, PhD
Professor at Mayo Clinic, Department of Orthopaedics and Bioengineering
Currently serving as ORS Member-at-Large. Served on ORS Committees: Finance, Volunteer Appointments, and Co-Programming. Served as Grant Writing Workshop Faculty, Mentor at the ORS Annual Meeting.
MODERATOR:
Tammy L. Haut Donahue, PhD
Associate Professor at Colorado State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Currently serving as ORS New Investigator Mentoring Committee Member
Synopsis:
Whether you are starting a new research program or looking to improve the program you have, navigating this process can be a daunting task. We have three world leaders who have established orthopaedic research programs with diversified funding and strong collaborations. Listen to insights from these successful ORS members about competing in this funding climate, such as establishing and maintaining productive research collaborations, increasing clinical relevance, and building on their strong research programs.
Women often find it difficult to ask the questions necessary to negotiate for a better salary, pursue additional training or seek better job opportunities. Once made aware of the factors that lead to gender inequality in the workplace, women can take the first steps to re-framing their attitudes, perceptions and personal interactions on their way to enhance their professional development.
Objectives:
• To educate women of the potential factors leading to gender inequality in the workplace.
• To provide tools to increase career success and overcome gender inequality
Presenter:
Susanna Chubinskaya, PhD
Associate Provost, Academic Affairs, Rush University
The Ciba-Geigy Professor of Biochemistry Professor,
Departments of Biochemistry, Orthopedic Surgery &
Medicine (Section of Rheumatology)
Chair, ORS Awards and Recognition Committee
Moderator:
Michelle Ghert, MD
Oncologist, McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery
Deputy Director, Research at the Center for Evidence-Based Orthopaedics at McMaster
Associate Director, Orthopaedic Training Program
Director, Resident Research at McMaster
Chair, ORS Women’s Leadership Forum
The use of live biological material for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders presents particular challenges. Cell based therapies have been widely investigated in preclinical studies, yet their transition to the clinic has been slow. This webinar aims to provide an overview of some of the clinically available cell based therapies and provide some examples of what future treatments may look like. The initial presentation by Dr. Jason L. Dragoo, MD will elaborate on modern, currently available cell therapies, as well as those accessible via clinical trials, from the perspective of a practicing surgeon. Dr. Robert Mauck will then present potential future options.
There will be a question and answer session at the end of the presentations.
Sponsored by the ORS Basic Science Education Committee
Speakers:
Jason L. Dragoo, MD
Stanford University
Robert Mauck, PhD
University of Pennsylvania
