American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Holds 2016 Annual Meeting

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Frank Bryant, MD, has worked for the last three decades building an accomplished career as an orthopedic surgeon at hospitals and private practices across the United States. An active member of his field, Frank Bryant, MD, serves as a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS).

Since its inception in 1933, AAOS has aimed to enhance the professional capabilities of the nation’s orthopedic surgeons by providing opportunities for growth in the field of musculoskeletal medicine. As such, the organization hosts numerous continuing-education events, including its prestigious Annual Meeting.

From March 1-5, 2016, AAOS held its Annual Meeting at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The event welcomed both organization members and non-members for a wide range of professional sessions, guest exhibitions, and educational activities. Catering to those of varying specialties, the Annual Meeting featured programs on topics ranging from hip reconstruction to sports medicine. The last day of the event marked Specialty Day, during which related medical societies could host their own educational sessions. Overall, the 2016 Annual Meeting drew a crowd of more than 25,000 medical professionals and exhibitors.

Demand for Orthopedic Surgical Implants Will Rise in 2016 to 2022

Orthopedic Surgical Implants
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Orthopedic surgical implants are used to replace degenerated joints in the body. Frank Bryant, MD, has given numerous presentations on orthopedic implants. Frank Bryant, MD, specializes in orthopedic surgery.

The deterioration of the joint is caused by injury, aging, and degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis. Total hip replacements account for most orthopedic implantation surgeries. The shoulders and knees are also common sites for implantation. Doctors may recommend partial reconstruction or total replacement using metal or cement implants.

Due to the growing demand of orthopedic surgical implants, manufacturers are now finding it necessary to increase production. Orthopedic implants are most commonly used by the geriatric population, which is a steadily growing consumer base. Aside from that, more patients are opting to undergo the procedure due to the advances in total hip replacement surgery. The most recent development is computer-assisted hip replacement surgery.

In 2015, the global market for hip and knee orthopedic implants was valued at $17 billion. Recent projections estimate that it will be worth $33 billion by 2022. Last year, more than 324,000 patients underwent total hip-replacement surgery in the United States. That number is set to grow in 2016 and is expected to increase continuously in the following years.

AAOS to Hold 2016 Research Capitol Hill Days in April

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A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, Frank Bryant, MD, recently accepted a position at a medical practice in his native Roswell, New Mexico. Over the course of a career spanning more than three decades, Frank Bryant, MD, has maintained memberships in several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).

In addition to a range of programs aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills of its members, AAOS oversees a number of advocacy activities to promote and improve patients’ access to high-quality orthopedic care. As part of this work, the organization holds its annual Research Capitol Hill Days event, which gives members of the orthopedic community the opportunity to advocate for increased funding to support musculoskeletal research initiatives.

Each spring, patients, physicians, and researchers take part in Research Capitol Hill Days by meeting with senators and representatives to discuss the effects and costs related to musculoskeletal diseases and disorders. More than 60 individuals are expected to take part in this year’s event, which will be held April 13-14, 2016. For more information, visit www.aaos.org.

ACL Surgery – Common Orthopedic Procedure

Frank Bryant, MD, has more than 15 years of experience in the field of orthopedic medicine. He began his career as a medical officer with the U.S. Public Health Service after completing his M.D. and medical internship at the University of Oklahoma. Later, he completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Frank Bryant, MD, often performed anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery.

The anterior cruciate ligament is one of four primary ligaments located in the knee, which, when torn, can result in a great deal of knee pain and instability. The tear is often caused by a stress fracture or similar injury. ACL surgery is designed to reconstruct the knee, typically by means of minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery. The procedure carries less risk than open surgery and can be used to diagnose the extent of an injury to the knee. A piece of tendon is taken from either the kneecap or the hamstring for the reconstruction. In some instances, surgeons use tissue obtained from a donor who is deceased.

Frank Bryant, MD – The Dept. of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at UNM

Based inNew Mexico, Frank Bryant, MD, has trained at medical facilities across the country while operating businesses in various fields. Skilled in orthopaedic surgery, Frank Bryant, MD, made a grand rounds presentation to the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at University of New Mexico in August 2013.

Over the past four decades, the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at University of New Mexico has served as one of the state’s leaders in this field. The institution treats people with musculoskeletal skeletal disorders while its physicians care for those with broken bones and various levels of spinal injuries. Its faculty and staff consist of physical therapists, orthopaedic surgeons, residents, and fellows who perform research into diagnostic techniques and therapies, in addition to see patients.

The department offers several features unavailable elsewhere in New Mexico. It features the state’s only orthopaedic surgeons who specialize in pediatric orthopaedic surgery and in musculoskeletal oncology. As the sole Level 1 Trauma Center in the state, it treats more than 30,000 people annually. Supplementing these contributions, this organization recently announced plans to build a state-of-the-art Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Center that will contain exam rooms, rehab services, a pharmacy, and radiography suites.

The History and Growth of the AAOS

Since 1985, Frank Bryant, MD, has served patients as an orthopaedic surgeon. He maintained a private practice from 1996 through 2011 where he performed general orthopaedic surgical procedures. Frank Bryant, MD, complements decades of hands-on experience with memberships to professional organizations. In addition to holding certification from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, he is a fellow at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and received a license from the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners.

AAOS was founded in 1933 to become the leader of education related to the musculoskeletal system and the disorders that affect that system. The organization conducts activities such as seminars, an annual meeting, and various educational courses to keep members up-to-date on the practice of orthopaedic medicine and the development of new techniques and trends.

As AAOS continued to grow, demand rose for a larger area that functioned as the core of the organization’s operation and pool of educational resources. In 2013, AAOS joined with its four equity members to break ground on a new headquarters building on schedule to open its doors in 2015. The building spans 180,000 square feet and will hold cutting-edge resources that will allow for distance learning and other growth-related tools targeting AAOS members.

The partners involved in helping the AAOS make their new headquarters a reality are the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, and the Orthopaedic Learning Center.