Dynamic learning with VIPER sessions, blending papers, videos, and discussion on key topics like sports medicine, trauma, spine, and more
Published 3/11/2025
Get ready for a fresh take on learning at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting. Attendees can experience a new level of engagement with the return of VIPER sessions. This innovative format reimagines traditional paper presentations, offering a more dynamic and insightful experience.
VIPER sessions, short for Video, Interactive discussion, Paper, Exchange of ideas, and Research, blend the best of several worlds. They incorporate video presentations, fostering a more visual and engaging learning environment. Interactive discussions are a key component, encouraging a lively exchange of ideas between presenters and the audience. Of course, the foundation of solid research remains, with paper presentations providing the core content. This combination allows for a deeper exploration of the subject matter, going beyond the limitations of standard presentations.
What makes VIPER sessions stand out is the focus on practical applications. Attendees not only hear about research, they also gain actionable takeaways to immediately implement in their own practices. This focus on real-world applicability makes VIPER sessions particularly valuable for busy professionals.
Attendees can expect a diverse range of topics covered in the VIPER format, from the latest research findings in orthopaedic surgery to best practices and emerging technologies. Expert presenters from around the globe will share their knowledge and insights. The interactive nature of the sessions provides ample opportunity to network with colleagues and engage in meaningful discussions.
Key VIPER session themes include:
- sports medicine: advances in knee surgery, anterior cruciate ligament injury prevention and treatment, and other sports-related topics
- trauma: science related to fracture healing and nonunions, alongside discussions of current treatment strategies
- spine: cervical spine surgery, including comparisons of different procedures and analysis of outcomes
- shoulder and elbow: shoulder arthroplasty, covering topics like implant failures, component shifts, and return to sport
- musculoskeletal oncology: metastatic disease and reconstruction techniques
- adult reconstruction hip: social determinants of health and their influence on primary total hip arthroplasty
- practice management/rehabilitation: financial aspects of orthopaedic practice, including compensation trends, cost-effectiveness of treatments, and reimbursement issues
AAOS encourages attendees to explore the VIPER session schedule at the 2025 Annual Meeting. This new format promises to be a highlight of the meeting, offering a unique and effective way to learn, connect, and advance your knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.