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Forward35th Annual Mayo Clinic Symposium on Sports Medicine
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors - Brennan Boettcher, D.O., Mario Hevesi, M.D., Ph.D., Shelby Johnson, M.D., Andrew J. Johnson, P.T., D.P.T., SCS
This symposium features evidence-based and cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment strategies for sports-related and musculoskeletal conditions. Expert lectures representing a spectrum of sports medicine fields provide the attendee with multidisciplinary information related to athletic injury evaluation, treatment, prevention, and return to play transition. Multiple educational formats are used, including case presentations, interactive Q&A sessions, as well as live demonstrations of physical examination, anatomy, ultrasound, and arthroscopy.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $499 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $399 |
| Optional Workshop (Live only) | |
|---|---|
| Hands-On Rehabilitation and Performance Clinic | $85 |
Target Audience
This CME symposium is designed for physicians, physical therapists, performance/fitness coaches, athletic trainers, chiropractors, and other practitioners who evaluate and treat athletes and other active populations.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Identify clinically-relevant foot and ankle anatomy, including the relevant joints, tendons, ligaments and cartilage
- Describe essential physical exam maneuvers in the evaluation of foot and ankle conditions in the athlete
- Summarize the key elements of rehabilitation and return to play considerations following ankle injuries.
- Summarize the benefits and limitations of ultrasound guided procedures for foot and ankle disorders
- Select strategies to identify who is likely to require operative intervention for common foot and ankle injuries
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
35th Annual Mayo Clinic Symposium on Sports Medicine
Mayo Clinic Siebens Building
Registration, Refreshments and Exhibit Hall: Phillips Hall
Educational Sessions: Leighton Auditorium
Friday, November 6, 2026 | |
7:00 AM | Registration, Breakfast & Exhibits |
8:00 AM | Welcome and Introduction |
8:10 AM | Diagnosis and Treatment of Thigh Muscle Injuries |
8:30 AM | Return to Sprint in the Basketball Athlete |
8:50 AM | Questions and Discussion |
9:00 AM | Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport- An Update on Terminology, Understanding, Evaluation and Management |
9:25 AM | Questions and Discussion |
9:35 AM | Refreshment Break |
9:55 AM | Facial Trauma |
10:15 AM | Questions and Discussion |
10:25 AM | Running Biomechanics |
11:20 AM | Questions and Discussion |
11:35 AM | Announcements and Adjourn |
11:40 AM | Lunch |
Ankle Mini-Symposium | |
12:40 PM | Ankle Mini-Symposium Introduction |
12:45 PM | Clinical Anatomy of the Foot and Ankle (Live Demonstration) |
1:05 PM | Physical Examination of the Foot and Ankle |
1:25 PM | Questions and Discussion |
1:30 PM | Nonsurgical v. Surgical Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures |
| 1:45 PM | Rehab for Achilles Tendon Ruptures TBD |
1:55 PM | Questions and Discussion |
2:05 PM | Refreshment Break |
2:25 PM | Exertional Leg Pain- Updates from a Multi-Specialty Work Group PAES |
2:40 PM | MRI Imaging of Exertional Leg Pain Conditions (Stress Fractures, MTSS, PAES, CECS) |
2:55 PM | Nonsurgical Treatment of CECS USG Fasciotomy |
3:10 PM | Surgical Management of CECS |
3:25 PM | Questions and Discussion |
3:30 PM | Deltoid Ligament Injuries |
3:50 PM | Questions and Discussion |
3:55 PM | Break |
4:10 PM | Ankle Arthroscopy (Live Demonstration) |
4:45 PM | Ultrasound-Guided Ankle Procedures (Live Demonstration) |
5:30 PM | Announcements and Adjourn |
5:30 PM | Attendee Reception (Pre-Registration is Required) |
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | |
7:30 AM | Breakfast & Exhibits |
8:00 AM | Announcements and Introduction |
8:05 AM | Medical Considerations in the Para Athlete |
8:25 AM | Rehab Considerations in the Para Athlete |
8:45 AM | Questions and Discussion |
8:55 AM | Proximal Hamstring Injuries Across the Spectrum |
9:10 AM | Non-Op Tendinopathy and Partial Tears |
9:35 AM | Operative Hamstring Rupture Indications and Treatment |
9:40 AM | PT -Rehab Following Surgery |
10:00 AM | Questions and Discussion |
10:10 AM | Refreshment Break |
10:30 AM | Wearables in Sport- What Can We Use? |
10:50 AM | Questions and Discussion |
11:00 AM | Sports Medicine at the Olympic & Paralympic Games: The Team USA Experience |
11:45 AM | Questions and Discussion |
11:55 AM | Closing Remarks and Adjourn |
Mayo Clinic Hands-On Rehabilitation and Performance Clinic | |
12:30 PM | Registration and Lunch (Registrants Only) |
12:55 PM | Welcome and Introduction |
1:00 PM | Nutrition Considerations for Injury Prevention and Recovery |
1:50 PM | Mastering the Early Phase of Post-Operative Knee Rehabilitation |
2:40 PM | Questions and Discussion |
2:50 PM | Refreshment Break |
3:00 PM | Mid Stage Rehab Progression following Knee Surgery |
4:00 PM | Late-Stage Rehab Progression following Knee Surgery |
4:40 PM | Questions and Discussion |
4:55 PM | Closing Remarks |
This course will be held on the campus of the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. For the convenience of attendees traveling from outside the Rochester area, discounted hotels rooms are available at the following properties:
Kahler Grand Hotel $145/night (1-800-533-1655)
Rochester Marriott Mayo Clinic Area $179/night (507-280-6000)
Please use links above to make reservations online. If calling the hotel directly, be sure to reference "2026 Symposium on Sports Medicine." Discounted rates are available until October 15, 2026.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Brennan Boettcher, D.O.
Mario Hevesi, M.D., Ph.D.
Andrew J. Johnson, P.T., D.P.T., SCS-ABPTS
Shelby E. Johnson, M.D.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statements:
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 14.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
BOC
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (BOC AP#: P476) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 14.75 Category A hours/CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours actually spent in the educational program.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 14.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Physical Therapy
Co-sponsored by the Program in Physical Therapy, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science / Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. This course meets the criteria for 14.75 hours of credit per Minnesota Physical Therapy Rules 5601.2400, 5601.2500.
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Maintenance of Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABOS credit.
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirements of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABPMR credit.
American Board of Surgery (ABS)
Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 14.75 ABOS - Accredited CME
- 14.75 ABPMR - Accredited CME
- 14.75 ABS - Accredited CME
- 14.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 14.75 Attendance
- 14.75 BOC Category A
- 14.75 PT
This symposium offers the unique opportunity for commercial companies to interact with healthcare providers and highlight their products and services. Please see the following information if you are interested in exhibiting at or sponsoring this symposium:
Sponsorship Prospectus
Submit information/requests to Jessica Sorensen
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $499 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $399 |
| Optional Workshop (Live only) | |
|---|---|
| Hands-On Rehabilitation and Performance Clinic | $85 |
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To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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