This past week I photographed the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) conference - “… a well-rounded foundation on essential orthopaedic topics. Ideal for PAs and NPs who are new to orthopaedics, as well as those who see musculoskeletal conditions in family practice, emergency medicine, or urgent care.”. 

The event was held at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront and each year there are a number of conference all across the country.

The Event

This specific event was called the  Musculoskeletal Galaxy

“Designed to provide PAs and NPs with a well-rounded foundation on orthopaedics, this conference is ideal if you are new to the specialty or if you are a family medicine, emergency medicine, or urgent care provider who sees musculoskeletal conditions in your daily practice.

Expert faculty discuss topics across orthopaedic specialties, including the most common conditions of the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. Take part in engaging, hands-on instruction with Wednesday’s optional workshops on musculoskeletal injections; ultrasound; and splinting and casting. In the small group breakout sessions, learn physical exam techniques, discuss common radiology cases, and participate in a hands-on surgical skills lab for fracture fixation.”

Sources:

https://www.aapa.org/events/musculoskeletal-galaxy/#tabs-5-agenda

https://www.aapa.org/events/musculoskeletal-galaxy/#tabs-5-overview