Track: Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedic Surgery

"Revolutionizing orthopedic surgery with precision, robotic assistance, and minimally invasive techniques for enhanced recovery."

Orthopedic surgery has evolved into a highly specialized field, with advancements in both surgical techniques and technologies significantly improving patient outcomes. Robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery is transforming joint replacement and complex reconstructive procedures by providing unparalleled precision in the placement of implants. These systems, combined with computer-assisted navigation, reduce human error and improve surgical planning, ensuring better alignment and minimizing postoperative complications. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has become a standard in orthopedic procedures, offering smaller incisions, less tissue disruption, and faster recovery times. From hip and knee arthroplasties to shoulder and elbow surgeries, MIS techniques reduce scarring, shorten hospital stays, and allow patients to return to daily activities sooner. Sports orthopedic surgery is also benefiting from these technological advances, with techniques like arthroscopy and biologic treatments (e.g., PRP and stem cell injections) being used to repair torn ligaments and tendons, reducing recovery time and improving healing. Surgeons are now able to treat injuries that once required open surgeries with less invasive approaches, resulting in improved recovery times and better functional outcomes. Orthopedic oncology has seen the development of more advanced limb-sparing procedures and biologic materials for bone reconstruction, offering better outcomes for cancer patients. Imaging technologies such as CT, MRI, and 3D printing allow surgeons to plan surgeries with greater precision, ensuring that tumors are removed while preserving as much healthy tissue as possible. The use of personalized implants and prosthetics also aids in improving the functionality and aesthetics of the reconstructed limb. With the continued integration of robotic systems, AI-driven diagnostic tools, and advanced surgical techniques, orthopedic surgery will continue to offer more precise, effective, and less invasive options for patients, improving both short-term recovery and long-term function.

Research Areas to be Addressed
  • Robot-Assisted Orthopedic Surgery
  • Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Elbow and Shoulder Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Hip and Knee Surgery
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Orthopedic Oncology Surgery
  • Sports Orthopedic Surgery

This session will cover the latest advancements in orthopedic surgery, including robotic-assisted procedures, minimally invasive surgeries, and innovations in imaging technologies. Discussions will focus on how these advancements are transforming treatments for fractures, joint replacements, and sports-related injuries. Special attention will be given to the integration of technology in surgery, enhancing precision, reducing complication rates, and improving recovery times. Submit your abstract to present your pioneering work in advancing orthopedic surgical techniques and improving patient care.