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Hip Arthroscopy
Masters Course

Train with the surgeons who helped shape modern hip arthroscopy.

Learn in the lab alongside internationally recognized Faculty, exchange ideas with peers and return to practice with techniques you can apply in your very next case.

Date October 24, 2026
Location Rosemont, Illinois
Designed For Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellows, Residents & PAs
Education CME Available
Member: $2,899 | Non-member: $3,199


Some opportunities don’t come around often. Spending one day in the lab with Drs. Byrd, Domb and Philippon is one of them.

Learn From the Surgeons
Who Helped Shape
Modern Hip Arthroscopy

Spending a day learning alongside Drs. Byrd, Domb and Philippon is a rare opportunity. More than demonstrating techniques, they’ll share the decision making, surgical judgment and practical experience behind them.

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Meet Your Course Chairs

J.W. Thomas Byrd, M.D.

Among the earliest pioneers of hip arthroscopy, Dr. Byrd's work helped establish many of the principles that continue to guide hip preservation today.

Benjamin G. Domb, M.D.

Recognized internationally for advancing hip preservation through surgical innovation, research and education.

Marc J. Philippon, M.D.

One of the specialty's leading voices in hip arthroscopy, known for advancing hip preservation and treating athletes.

Why This Day is Worth It

6+

Hours in the Lab

Spend more time practicing and less time sitting in lectures.

12+

Procedures Available

Focus on the procedures that matter most to your practice.

16+

Faculty Experts

Learn directly from experienced faculty throughout the day.

Spend the Day Doing
What You Came to Do

Choose the procedures you want to focus on, spend meaningful time in the lab and leave with techniques you can put into practice right away.

FEATURED PROCEDURES
  • Hip arthroscopy portal placement
  • Femoroacetabular impingement correction
  • Labral repair and reconstruction
  • Capsular management
  • Gluteus medius repair
  • Endoscopic proximal hamstring repair

💬 Every Conversation
is Part of the Course

Some of the most valuable learning happens between procedures.

  • Ask the questions you've been thinking about.
  • Discuss challenging cases.
  • Exchange ideas with faculty and peers.

📈 What Will Be Different
on Monday?

  • More confidence.
  • Better decisions.
  • Practical techniques you can apply in your very next case.

Course Overview

The Hip Arthroscopy Masters Course is a one-day Cadaver Lab experience designed for Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellows, Residents and PAs who want to refine their arthroscopic techniques, expand their procedural skillset and learn directly from internationally recognized Faculty.

Built around individualized learning, the course allows you to focus on the procedures and techniques most relevant to your practice. Through extensive Cadaver Lab training, live demonstrations and case-based discussion, you'll gain practical experience and technical pearls you can immediately apply in the OR.

What You'll Experience

  • One full day of hands-on Cadaver Lab training
  • Individualized learning focused on the procedures most relevant to your practice
  • Extensive Faculty interaction throughout the day
  • Live demonstrations, case discussions and technical pearls
  • Practical techniques you can immediately apply in the OR

Course Agenda


Course Highlights

Throughout the day, you'll move between focused discussions and extensive Cadaver Lab experience designed to maximize hands-on learning.

Featured Topics

  • Hip arthroscopy portal placement and access
  • Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
  • Labral repair and reconstruction
  • Capsular management
  • Gluteus medius repair
  • Endoscopic proximal hamstring repair
  • Revision hip arthroscopy
  • Technical pearls and complication avoidance

Included Throughout the Day

  • Faculty-led demonstrations
  • Extensive Cadaver Lab training
  • Procedure-specific instruction
  • Case discussions
  • Live Q&A with Faculty

Download Full Agenda (PDF)

Faculty Information

Meet the surgeons who helped shape modern hip arthroscopy.

Learn Alongside Leaders in Hip Arthroscopy

The Hip Arthroscopy Masters Course brings together internationally recognized Faculty committed to sharing the techniques, decision making and practical experience they've gained throughout their careers.

Course Chairs

J.W. Thomas Byrd, M.D.

J.W. Thomas Byrd, M.D.

Among the earliest pioneers of hip arthroscopy, Dr. Byrd's work helped establish many of the principles that continue to guide hip preservation today.

Benjamin Domb, M.D.

Benjamin G. Domb, M.D.

Recognized internationally for advancing hip preservation through surgical innovation, research and education.

Marc J. Philippon, M.D.

Marc J. Philippon, M.D.

One of the specialty's leading voices in hip arthroscopy, known for advancing hip preservation and treating athletes.

Associate Faculty

  • Hari Krishna Ankem, M.D.
  • Tim Beals, D.O., FAANA
  • Andrew Carbone, M.D.
  • Megan Flynn, M.D.
  • Parth Lodhia, M.D., F.R.C.S.C.
  • David R. Maldonado, M.D.
  • Mitchell Meghpara, M.D.
  • Victor Ortiz-Declet, M.D.
  • Paulo Padilla, M.D.
  • Michael K. Ryan, M.D.
  • Payam Sabetian, M.D.
  • Carlos Suarez-Ahedo, M.D., M.Sc.
  • Etan Sugarman, M.D., FAANA

Registration & CME

Registration

Member: $2,899

Non-Member: $3,199

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Learning Objectives

  1. Apply fundamental principles of hip labral repair and evaluate the comparative advantages of periportal, interportal and T-capsulotomy approaches in arthroscopic hip surgery.
  2. Perform core hip arthroscopic and open procedures – including diagnostic scope, acetabuloplasty, femoral osteochondroplasty, labral reconstruction/augmentation, capsular closure and reconstruction, hamstring repair, gluteus medius repair and ischiofemoral osteoplasty – in a cadaveric lab environment.
  3. Compare image-guided and dynamic assessment techniques for femoroplasty and select the approach best suited to individual patient anatomy and pathology.
  4. Analyze complex clinical scenarios such as borderline hip dysplasia and ischiofemoral impingement to formulate evidence-based surgical decision-making strategies.
  5. Demonstrate proficiency in endoscopic gluteus medius and hamstring repair techniques through video review and hands-on lab practice.

Target Audience

The primary target audience for the Hip Arthroscopy Masters Course is Orthopaedic Surgeons, Fellows, Residents, PAs and other healthcare professionals who desire to improve their arthroscopic knowledge, competence, performance and patient outcomes.

Statement of Need

AANA has determined the need for this live educational activity based on identifying professional practice gaps, previous course evaluations and the AANA Self-Assessment Examination. The educational content of this activity was based upon current issues and topics provided by AANA Planning Committees and Membership.

Continuing Medical Education/Credit Designation

The Arthroscopy Association of North America is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Arthroscopy Association of North America designates this live activity for a maximum of 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity may also help fulfill the Maintenance of Certification credit requirements mandated by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Travel & FAQs

This course is being held at the Orthopaedic Learning Center in Rosemont, IL. 

Air Travel and Ground Transportation 

Please fly into O'Hare International Airport. A shuttle to the Hampton Inn and Suites picks up every 45 minutes from the Bus/Shuttle Center. Follow the signs from baggage claim.  

Hotel Accommodations 

For your convenience AANA has reserved a block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn Chicago O’Hare Airport | 2930 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 Direct: (847) 627-5406 | Hotel: (847) 296-8900 |. The room rate is $142.00 per night plus tax (subject to change). Reservations can be made up to four weeks prior to the course. 

For hotel reservations please call (847) 296-8900 and identify yourself as an Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) registrant or click here. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

  1. I’ve registered for a course but did not receive a confirmation email. What should I do? 
    It is probable that your email address was entered incorrectly or your spam filter blocked the email. To verify AANA has received your registration, please email us at info@aana.org
  2. How do I know whether I am registered for a course? 
    If you have completed the online registration, you should receive a confirmation immediately. 
  3. Am I an AANA Member? 
    Please email us at membership@aana.org to check your status. 
  4. What is the refund/cancellation policy for a course? 
    Refunds are subject to a non-refundable $500.00 processing fee and must be made four weeks prior to the start of the course. Cancellations must be made four weeks prior to a course. All refunds and cancellations must be written and sent to the AANA office. 
  5. Can I transfer to another course? 
    You may switch courses within the same year, space permitting, by notifying the AANA office in writing at least four weeks prior to the course. A $200.00 transfer fee will apply. 
  6. How do I request a letter of invitation? 
    You will need to register for the course and pay for it prior to receiving a letter of invitation. Once you have registered for the course, please email us at info@aana.org
  7. Will there be bilingual instructors at each course? 
    Instructors vary from course to course. It is in the best interest of the registrant to speak and understand English. 
  8. Can I attend a course if I’m not an AANA member? 
    Yes, AANA Courses are available to all Orthopaedic Surgeons. 
  9. Is housing included in the course registration fee? 
    No, housing is not included in the registration fee. For your convenience, AANA has a hotel block at the Hampton Inn & Suites Rosemont Chicago O'Hare for each course.  
  10. What airport should I fly into? 
    Please fly into O'Hare International Airport (ORD).  
  11. How far is the Hampton Inn from the OLC? 
    The Hampton Inn & Suites is about 100 meters from the OLC. 
  12. What is the course attire? 
    The attire is casual, mainly scrubs being in and out of the lab. 
  13. Can Residents attend courses other than the Foundations in Arthroscopy courses? 
    Yes, please email us at education@aana.org for more information. 
  14. How do I access my CME’s? 
    To claim your CME's, sign in to your AANA account. From there you will be able to download a PDF of your CME history. If you need to retrieve your username and password or require additional assistance, please call us at 847-292-2262. 
  15. Who should I contact with questions regarding course information? 
    For questions regarding course information, please email us at education@aana.org
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