EARN UP TO
7.0 CEU HOURS*
JOIN US ON AUGUST 19, 2023
Join us and help celebrate our 19th year of Excellence in education, the Orthopaedic Update Conference is a continuing education program for allied healthcare professionals hosted by the Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation. This one-day program provides the most up-to-date information and education on orthopaedic topics.
About the Conference
Deadline for registration is midnight August 13, 2023. Please complete the entire form to receive proper continuing education credits.
- Course Type: In-Person
- Deadline: Midnight August 13, 2023
- Phone: (407) 254-2501
- E-mail: babbey@orlandoortho.
com - Address: Rosen Centre – 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
An EARLY registration fee of $75 ($110 for MD, DO & PA) covers the program and continuing education credits. EARLY registration deadline is July 28, 2023, at midnight. Regular registration fee of $85 ($120 for MD, DO & PA) begins on July 29, 2023.
All proceeds will benefit the Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation.
HOTEL PHONE: (407) 996-9840
HOTEL WEBSITE: https://www.
HOTEL BOOKING ID: #117550
Conference Faculty
Linda Agard-Ryan, OT/L, CHT
Select Physical Therapy
Linda Agard-Ryan, OT/L, CHT
Linda Agard-Ryan is a Howard University graduate who developed her OT hand therapy career here in Central FL over the span of 25 years, having worked at Healthsouth Rehabilitation, Matthews Clinic Rehabilitation, Florida Hospital Rehabilitation and presently Select Physical Therapy. She obtained her Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification in 2001 and UE Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist (COMT) certification in 2023. Outside of hand therapy, Linda is passionate about her 2 amazing sons, singing, her health coaching business and developing her voice over business. Linda loves travel, laughter and life!
Tatianna R. Barrett, PT, DPT, OCS
Sport Specific Training & Rehabilitation
Tatianna R. Barrett, PT, DPT, OCS
Tatianna Barrett is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, she graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2016. Following graduation, Barrett participated in a one year orthopedic residency program and upon completion of the program and national board exam, is a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist. Barrett has been an adjunct faculty member for Nova Southeastern University DPT program for their Musculoskeletal courses and Differential Diagnosis since 2018. Barrett recently completed a dance medicine physical therapy certification program to further delve into the performing arts/dance population. Barrett currently works at Orlando Orthopedic Center in Lake Mary. On a personal note, she loves spending time with her husband and friends, working out doing Crossfit, and exploring, tasting, and cooking all things in the vegan culinary world!
Mark E. Beckett, PT, COMT
Select Physical Therapy
Mark E. Beckett, PT, COMT
Mark Beckett graduated from Northwestern University’s Physical Therapy Program. Beckett has over 40 years of experience in an Outpatient Orthopaedic Physical Therapy setting. Beckett has lectured extensively throughout the United States on the subject of Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Sports Related Pathologies. Beckett is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist.
Michael S. Kaplan, PT, DPT, CMPT
Ability Rehabilitation
Michael Kaplan, PT, DPT, CMPT
Michael Kaplan, PT, DPT, CMPT completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida before earning his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Florida Gulf Coast University in 2013. He currently serves as a physical therapist and the clinical director at Ability Rehabilitation’s Winter Park office. With 10 years’ experience as a PT, Michael specializes in helping patients work through various orthopedic conditions through the use of manual therapy and a fitness-forward approach.
Specializing in exercise prescription and hope-dealing, Michael most enjoys taking sedentary individuals of all ages and moving them towards a more active lifestyle. Kaplan has recently completed a certification in Modern Management of the Older Adult through the Institute of Clinical Excellence, a series of courses designed to re-examine and challenge traditional models of care for older adults.
Michael lives in Winter Park with his wife Julia and three children. Outside of the clinic, Michael enjoys trail running, growing bonsai trees, and coaching his son’s baseball team.
Robyn E. Lewis, PT, CEAS
Select Medical
Robyn E. Lewis, PT, CEAS
Robyn E. Lewis is the Regional Director of Work Strategies for Select Medical based in Atlanta, Georgia. She received her degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida and has specialized in work related musculoskeletal injury prevention and recovery for over 29 years in the outpatient and industrial setting. Lewis has worked directly with more than 150 employers developing musculoskeletal prevention, ergonomics, and management programs to decrease injuries and associated costs. She leads education efforts with the national WorkStrategies team to improve clinician knowledge and patient outcomes for work related conditions as well as provides training including Employment testing, Functional Capacity Evaluation, Work Conditioning, and psychologically informed therapy approaches. Robyn has presented numerous times to clinicians, physicians, case managers, occupational health nurses, and employers on various industrial topics focusing on worker safety and patient rehabilitation.
Gabrielle N. Sombelon MS, LAT, ATC, COHC
Pivot Onsite Innovations
Gabrielle N. Sombelon MS, LAT, ATC, COHC
Gabrielle “Gabby” Sombelon has been a certified Athletic Trainer since 2015. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Florida in 2015 and followed with her master’s degree at the University of Kentucky in 2017. Sombelon started her career by working as an outreach Athletic Trainer with the University of Kentucky sports medicine team. Sombelon moved back to central Florida to work in the secondary school setting as well as Disney’s ESPN Wide World of Sports. Sombelon current works in the industrial setting for Pivot Onsite Innovations | Athletico. On a personal note, she loves kayaking, days at Disney and bonding with family and friends.
Online Registration Form
August 19, 2023 | 7:50 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Thank You To Our Partners
SESSION I
PROBLEMS ENCOUNTERED AFTER TOTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY
- The Infected Total Knee Arthroplasty: From Presentation to Eradication
- Knee Stiffness after Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Rehabilitation Approaches to the Postoperative Stiff Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Panel Discussion and Questions
SESSION II
ANKLE FRACTURES ACROSS THE AGE SPECTRUM
- Common Pediatric Ankle Fractures
- Ankle Fractures with Syndesmotic Disruption in Adults
- Rehabilitation Strategies after Ankle Fracture Surgery
- Panel Discussion and Questions
MOVEMENT ASSESSMENTS FOR FUNCTIONALITY
- Clinical Options for Functional Movement Assessments
- Considerations for Movement Assessments for Patients with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
- Panel Discussion and Questions
SESSION III
MANAGEMENT OF FLEXOR TENDON INJURIES OF THE HAND
- Surgical Strategies in Flexor Tendon Repair
- Rehabilitation for the Torn Flexor Tendon
- Panel Discussion and Questions
Surgical Intervention Cases for Lumbar Spine Pathology
SESSION IV
THE WORLD OF WORK-RELATED REHABILITATION PROBLEMS
- Injury Prevention Strategies in the Workplace: Ergonomics, Physical Training, & Counseling
- Rehabilitation Strategies to Return to Injured Motivated Worker to the Workplace
- Rehabilitation Approaches and Methods to Deal with the Injured Unmotivated Worker
- Panel Discussion & Questions
CLOSING COMMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS
Conference Faculty
Charissa A. Doerger, PT, CP | Ottobock
BA Psychology – University of Central Florida
MS Physical Therapy – University of Miami
Certificate in Prosthetics – Northwestern University
American Board Certified Prosthetist
License # PT082; Prosthetics License # PRO13220
Anquin C. Gant, DPT | Kindred at Home
BS Health Promotions & Sports Medicine – Coastal Carolina University
DPT Physical Therapy – University of South Carolina
License # PT25265
Sean M. Keyes, DO | AdventHealth
BA Pre-Professional Biology – Ursuline College
Medical Degree – Lincoln Memorial University, DeBusk College
Osteopathic School of Medicine
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified
License # OS14586
Patricia H. Koehne, OTR/L, CHT, CMOT | Ability Rehabilitation
BHS in Occupational Therapy – University of Florida
License # OT0004249
John F. Lovejoy III, MD | Nemours Children’s Hospital
BA Sociology & Canadian Studies – Duke University
Medical Degree – University of Florida College of Medicine
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
License # ME119262
W. Stan Patterson, CP | Prosthetic and Orthotic Associates
BS Education – University of North Alabama
Prosthetics Certificate of Proficiency – Florida International University
American Board Certified Prosthetist
Prosthetics License # PRO35
Bryan L. Reuss, MD | Orlando Orthopaedic Center
BA Biology – University of Kansas
Medical Degree – University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
License # ME84137
Michael D. Riggenbach, MD | Orlando Orthopaedic Center
BS Exercise Science – University of Dayton
Medical Degree – Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
License # ME113147
Emalie L. Styles, MOTR/L, CHT | Nemours Children’s Hospital
BS Family and Child Sciences – Florida State University
MOT Occupational Therapy – Nova Southeastern University
License # OT17461
Tamara A. Topoleski, MD | Orlando Orthopaedic Center
BS Physiology – Cornell University
MS Textile Science & Minor in Cellular Physiology – Cornell University
Medical Degree – New York Medical College
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
License # ME68460
Travis B. Van Dyke, MD | Orlando Orthopaedic Center
BS Biology – Florida State University
MS Molecular Cell Biology – University of South Florida
Medical Degree – University of South Florida College of Medicine
Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery
License # ME92680
Educational Overview
Course Description
This program focuses on evidence-based practices for non-surgical and surgical procedures used to treat orthopaedic conditions associated with musculoskeletal trauma of the knee, ankle, wrist, elbow, and spine. It includes a brief overview of the related anatomy, as well as rehabilitation considerations for non-operative treatment options and post-surgical therapy protocols. This program describes the importance of clinical options with functional movement assessments for chronic musculoskeletal injuries. This course discusses the basics and strategies of prevention and recovery of the unmotivated and motivated worker in the workplace. Program content is designed to assist healthcare providers with acquiring the skills and knowledge to provide quality care and improve patient outcomes.
Target Audience
- Physical Therapists/Physical Therapist Assistants
- Certified Athletic Trainers
- Physicians
- Physicians Assistants
- Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners
- Registered Nurses
- Occupational Therapists
- Occupational Therapy Assistants
- Allied Healthcare Professionals
Educational Objectives
- Describe the challenges in treating an infected total knee arthroplasty from presentation to
eradication. - Describe the primary reasons for knee range of motion loss after a total knee arthroplasty.
- Describe the rehabilitation techniques to mitigate the postoperative stiff total knee
arthroplasty. - Discuss the most common types of ankle fractures and their mechanism of injury in
pediatrics. - Discuss ankle fractures with syndesmotic disruption and their mechanism of injury in adults.
- Describe evidence based rehabilitation strategies for ankle fractures following surgeries.
- Identify the importance of clinical options with functional movement assessments.
- Discuss the importance of functional movement assessments for chronic musculoskeletal
symptoms and injuries. - Discuss the current evidence based strategies in surgical flexor tendon repair.
- Describe principle and out of the box rehabilitation strategies for the torn flexor tendon.
- Describe specific cases of surgical intervention for certain lumbar spine pathologies.
- Describe the benefits of injury prevention in the workplace thru ergonomics, physical
training, and counseling. - Describe the current approaches to recovery thru rehabilitation for a motivated worker to
return to the workplace. - Describe the current methods to recovery and return to work for an injured unmotivated
worker.
The material covered by the 2023 19th Annual Orthopaedic Update Conference includes domains 1, 2, and 4 of the BOC Role Delineation/Practice Analysis, 7th edition (Injury and Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion, Examination, Assessment and Diagnosis and Therapeutic Intervention). In addition, the new BOC Orthopaedic Specialty domains Medical Knowledge and Procedural Knowledge. According to the education levels described by the Professional Development Committee of the NATA, the following continuing education course is considered to be Essential and/or Advanced Level to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants.
Accreditation
Physical Therapists & Physical Therapist Assistants
This course has been approved by the Florida Physical Therapy Association (FPTA) to award 7.0 continuing education hours (pending approval). Accreditation of this course does not necessarily imply the FPTA supports the views of the presenters or sponsors.
CE Broker Tracking # 20-1080278
Athletic Trainers
Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers. This program has been approved for a maximum of 6.0 hours of Category A continuing education. Certified Athletic Trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the continuing education activity.
Physicians & Physician Assistants
The AAFP has reviewed 2023 19th Annual Orthopaedic Update Conference and deemed it acceptable for up to 6.00 Live AAFP Prescribed credit. Term of Approval is from 8/19/2023 to 8/19/2023. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses
This course has been approved by the Florida Board of Nursing (FBON) to award 6.0 continuing education hours (pending approval).
CE Broker Tracking # 20-1080278
Occupational Therapists & Occupational Therapy Assistants
This course is not approved by the Florida Occupational Therapy Association (FOTA) for Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistants; however, attendees may self-report to the FOTA for CE credit.
Program Evaluation and Certificate of Attendance
Attendees will receive an electronic Program Evaluation and Participant Assessment via email after the completion of the program. Attendees must be present for the entire program and submit a post-program evaluation to receive contact hours/credits. A Certificate of Attendance will be sent electronically via email only after the submission of the post-program evaluation. Attendees are asked to retain the email as record of their continuing education activity.
Workshops
CPR for Healthcare Professionals
Kelly N. Simmons, CMA, CPC, AHI, CPI, CEI, BAS, eMHA
American Heart Association Instructor ID # 08210975724
American Red Cross Instructor ID # 00URVS7
Location: Salon 4
Cost: $55
Registration Confirmation
Deadline for registration is midnight August 13, 2023. Register online at OrlandoOrtho.com/conference/ and pay electronically. Please complete the entire form to receive proper continuing education credits.
Deadline: Midnight August 13, 2023
Phone: (407) 254-2501
E-mail: babbey@orlandoortho.com
Address: 25 West Crystal Lake Street, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32806
Important Information
DATE: Saturday, August 19, 2023
CHECK-IN STARTS: 7:00 am
CONFERENCE STARTS: 7:50 am Sharp
CONFERENCE ENDS: 3:30 pm
EXHIBITOR SET-UP: 6:00 am – 7:00 am
WHERE: 9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 3281
HOTEL PHONE: (407) 996-9840
HOTEL WEBSITE: https://www.rosencentre.com/
HOTEL BOOKING ID: # 117550
Cancellation Policy
A written request for cancellation and refund will be granted prior to midnight August 13, 2023. No refunds will be made after midnight Midnight August 13, 2023. A $5 cancellation fee will be assessed to any transactions.
Meals and Refreshments
Lunch
A light lunch is included with your registration fee. In response to significant inflation with food costs we are only offering two lunch choices. We apologize for any inconvenience. When registering, please indicate your lunch choice. If not indicated on your mailed registration or if registering on site, you will receive a Turkey Wrap Lunch.
Standard Options (included with your paid registration)
- Turkey Wrap Lunch
- Veggie Wrap Lunch (Gluten Free)
Breakfast and Breaks
Registration cost does not include breakfast, coffee, soda or snack food. Only lunch is included in your registration fee. Some food & drink may be available for breakfast & breaks but no guarantee. We do this only as a courtesy. There is a snack shop located in the lobby of the hotel and is open throughout the day.
Directions
Coming on I-4 East Bound
- Take the SR-528 exit #72 (Beach Line Expressway exit)
- Drive 1/2 mile to Exit #1 (International Drive)
- Take off ramp on right
- Turn RIGHT onto International Drive. Drive to 4th stoplight or approx. ½ mile to Hawaiian Court and turn left
- Stop at gate guard building, then follow signs to self-parking
- Once parked follow signs to the convention hall
- The conference will be in the Grand A and B Ballroom
Coming on I-4 West Bound
- Take the SR-528 exit, EXIT #72 (Beach Line Expressway exit)
- Drive ½ mile to Exit #1 (International Drive)
- Take Off Ramp on Right
- Turn RIGHT onto International Drive. Drive to 4th stoplight or approx. ½ mile to Hawaiian Court and turn left
- Stop at gate guard building, then follow signs to self-parking
- Once parked follow signs to the convention hall
- The conference will be in the Grand A and B Ballroom
Coming on Beachline(SR-528) West Bound
- Take the SR-528 to EXIT #1 (International Drive)
- Turn RIGHT onto International Drive. Drive to 3rd stoplight or approx. ½ mile to Hawaiian Court and turn left
- Stop at gate guard building, then follow signs to self-parking
- Once parked follow signs to the convention hall
- The conference will be in the Grand A and B Ballroom