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ForwardOrthopedic Infectious Diseases 2027
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
Course Directors - Gina A. Suh, M.D., Aaron J. Tande, M.D., and Omar Abu Saleh, M.B.B.S.
This interactive 1.5-day course explores precision diagnostics, modern surgical decision-making in Ortho-ID, and practical take-home points. Topics include molecular diagnostics, therapeutic drug monitoring, DAIR and exchange strategies, antimicrobial therapy, and PJI diagnosis and management. Case-based discussions and multidisciplinary faculty interaction are featured throughout.
| Registration Fee(s): | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $450 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $350 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for infectious diseases specialists, trainees, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with interest in managing patients with infections.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Apply contemporary molecular and clinical diagnostic strategies to evaluate suspected musculoskeletal or implant-associated infection and distinguish infection from important mimics.
- Compare modern surgical management options for PJI, including DAIR/double DAIR and one-stage exchange, integrated into orthopedic and Infectious Diseases perspectives in patient-specific decisions.
- Evaluate current evidence for antimicrobial prophylaxis and treatment duration in orthopedic infection care incorporating new trial data in antibiotic decision-making.
- Integrate therapeutic drug monitoring principles and long-acting antimicrobial strategies, including dalbavancin, into the management of selected bone and joint infections.
- Interpret challenging microbiologic findings and uncommon pathogens - including single positive cultures, C. acnes, fungal PJI, and mycobacterial PJI - to guide treatment and reimplantation decisions.
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.
Course summary
- 8.00 AAPA Category 1
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 8.00 ANCC
- 8.00 Attendance
Orthopedic Infectious Diseases 2027
April 23-24, 2027
Leighton Auditorium - LIVE & LIVESTREAM
All times are in Central Time
Friday, April 23, 2027 | |
1:25 p.m. | Registration |
2:25 p.m. | Welcome |
Precision Diagnostics | |
2:30 p.m. | Molecular Diagnostics in Ortho-ID |
2:50 p.m. | Have Molecular Diagnostics Changed My Clinical Practice? |
3:10 p.m. | Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Practical Considerations |
3:30 p.m. | Dalbavancin Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: What Have We Learned Since the Last Course? Matteo Passerini, M.D. |
3:50 p.m. | How to Catch a Chameleon: Infection or Not? Said El Zein, M.D. |
4:20 p.m. | Q & A Trish Simner, Ph.D., Omar M. Abu Saleh, M.B.B.S., Christina O'Connor, Pharm.D., R.Ph., Matteo Passerini, M.D., and Said El Zein, M.D. |
4:35 p.m. | Break & Exhibitors |
4:50 p.m. | Ortho-ID Minute |
4:55 p.m. | Ortho-ID Jeopardy |
5:55 p.m. | Adjourn |
Saturday, April 24, 2027 | |
8:55 a.m. | Announcements and Welcome Back Gina A. Suh, M.D. |
Modern Surgical Decision-Making in Ortho-ID | |
9:00 a.m. | Session I - PJI Controversies: Double DAIR and One-Stage Exchange in 2027 |
9:40 a.m. | Session II - Extended Antimicrobial Prophylaxis in 2027 |
10:20 a.m. | Session III - C. Acnes in Shoulder Surgery: Contaminant, Colonizer, or Pathogen? |
11:00 a.m. | Break & Exhibitors |
11:15 a.m. | Session IV - New Evidence in Duration of Therapy: SPIRIT, SOLARIO, DATIPO, and Other Recent Data |
11:35 a.m. | Panel/Group Case-Based Discussion Rafael Sierra, M.D., Takahiro Matsuo, M.D., Katherine Mallett, M.D., Gina A. Suh, M.D., Micah Nieboer, M.D., Hussam Tabaja, M.D., Aaron J. Tande, M.D., and Douglas Osmon, M.D. |
12:35 p.m. | Lunch & Exhibitors |
Ortho-ID Minute | |
Pearls and Take-Home Points | |
1:40 p.m. | Lightning Rounds |
3:00 p.m. | All In Open Discussion |
3:00 p.m. | Wrap Up |
3:20 p.m. | Adjourn |
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
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 Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 8.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 8.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
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.
| Day Attended: | Credits: |
| Friday | 3.00 |
| Saturday | 5.00 |
Available Credit
- 8.00 AAPA Category 1
- 8.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 8.00 ANCC
- 8.00 Attendance
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| Registration Fee(s): | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $450 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $350 |
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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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