Webinars
New COA Webinar Series
Starting in September, we’re launching a new COA Webinar Series.
Join us on the last Tuesday of every month at 20:00 ET for engaging presentations and discussions on topics relevant to orthopaedic community, including clinical care, innovation, research, education, and wellbeing.
Mark your calendars! Additional details, topics, and registration information will be announced soon. Stay tuned.
For questions, please contact education@canorth.org
Upcoming COA Webinars
The Evolution of Arthroplasty Innovation: Insights from Orthopaedic Legends,
A COA Legacy Keeper Event
September 29, 2026 – 20:00 ET
- Speakers: Dr. Cecil Rorabeck (COA President 2001), Dr. Robert Bourne (COA President 2006)
- Moderator: Dr. Bob Litchfield (COA President 2026-2027)
- Overview: This webinar will explore the evolution of hip and knee arthroplasty in Canada, through the experiences of two of the country’s most influential orthopaedic leaders. Drs. Cecil Rorabeck and Robert Bourne will reflect on the remarkable growth of joint replacement surgery, the innovations that transformed patient outcomes, and Canada’s contributions to advancing the field globally.The discussion will examine key milestones in arthroplasty, including the development and adoption of new implant technologies, the role of registries in driving quality improvement, and the opportunities and challenges associated with surgeon involvement in implant design. Drawing on decades of experience, the speakers will also share lessons learned about leadership, mentorship, and professionalism.This Legacy Keeper event offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of the innovations, successes, setbacks, and relationships that helped shape modern arthroplasty in Canada.
How to Get Involved in Global Orthopaedic Surgery as a Resident
In partnership with the COAGS (Global Surgery) and CORA (Residents)
October 27, 2026 – 20:00 ET
- Moderator: Dr. Huw Rees
- Program & Speakers:
- Ethics and Effective Altruism in Global Orthopedic Surgery – Rick Gardner
- My Experience with Global Orthopedic Surgery as a Resident, Consultant, and COAGS Chair – Supriya Singh
- Current Global Orthopedic Surgery Educational Initiatives in Canada – Praveen Sritharan
- Contact Information for Canadian Orthopedic Residents Interested in Global Surgery – Mallika Makkar
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In partnership with the Canadian Orthopaedic Research Society (CORS)
November 24, 2026 – 20:00 ET
Joint Overuse in Young Athletes (Title TBA)
Moderated by Dr. Robert Litchfield, COA President
January 26, 2027 – 20:00 ET
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Organized by the COA Wellbeing Committee
February 23, 2027 -20:00 ET
Palliative Hip (Title TBA)
Organized by Dr. Stéphane Pelet
March 30, 2027 – 20:00 ET
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April 27, 2027 – 20:00 ET
View Past Recordings
COA Global Surgery (COAGS) Webinar: Beyond Borders – Understanding Orthopaedic Care in Germany and the UK
Gain firsthand insights into the daily practice of orthopaedic surgery in two different healthcare systems.
Dr. Rainer Meffert, Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in Würzburg, Germany, shares what a typical day looks like in a German Level One Trauma Centre, while Dr. Hui-Ling Kerr, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, provides an overview of her work as a spine surgeon within the UK’s healthcare system.
Building Resilience and Staying Human in Surgical Practice – A Discussion With Drs. Damian Paton-Gay and Julian Sernik
Drawing on real-world experience, Drs. Paton-Gay and Sernik explored how surgeons can recognize fatigue and burnout, strengthen adaptability, and remain grounded while working in high stakes clinical environments. Moderated by Dr. Ted Tufescu and in partnership with the RCPSC’s Health Workforce Well-Being Plan.
CAS & COA Present: GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Preoperative Fasting: Evidence, Risks, and Practical Guidance
With GLP‑1 receptor agonists now widely prescribed for the management of diabetes and obesity, perioperative teams are facing new and important questions around gastric emptying, aspiration risk, and whether these agents should be discontinued prior to surgery. This practical, case‑based webinar brings clarity to a complex and rapidly evolving area of perioperative care by reviewing the latest evidence and offering actionable guidance for clinical practice.
Featured Speakers: Dr. Ronald M. Goldenberg (Endocrinologist), Dr. Gavin Wood (CAS President & Orthopaedic Surgeon), Dr. Nelson Greidanus (Orthopaedic Surgeon), and Dr. Donald Young (Anesthesiologist).
CORA & COTS Joint Webinar: IM Nailing of Femur and Tibia Fractures – Getting it Right the First Time
This recorded joint CORA (residents) and Canadian Orthopaedic Trauma Society (COTS) case‑based webinar features expert discussion led by COTS President Dr. Prism Schneider. Dr. Aaron Nauth (University of Toronto), Dr. Travis Marion (NOSM, Thunder Bay), and Dr. Geoffrey Wilkin (University of Ottawa) review real‑world femur and tibia fracture cases, highlighting key decision points, practical techniques, and evidence‑informed strategies for intramedullary (IM) nailing. Designed for residents, fellows, and practicing surgeons, this session supports confident, precise management of common but complex injuries.
2026 CAS Arthroplasty Fundamentals for Residents – Hip Arthroplasty
This two-part virtual course provides a didactic and interactive introduction to complex primary and revision total hip arthroplasty. Led by expert lower‑extremity arthroplasty faculty from across Canada, each 90‑minute session covers core principles and features case‑based discussions.
COA Global Surgery (COAGS) Committee Webinar: Orthopaedic Practice in Under-Resourced Environments: Challenges and Solutions
This webinar recording sheds light on the challenges faced by orthopaedic colleagues working in low‑resource settings and equips Canadian orthopaedic surgeons with a clear sense of how they can collaborate most effectively to support meaningful solutions.
AMMI Canada, Canadian Arthroplasty Society and COA Present: Oral Antibiotic Treatment for Prosthetic Joint Infections
The Association of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Disease Canada (AMMI Canada) and the Canadian Orthopedic Association (COA) and Canadian Arthroplasty Society (CAS) hosted an insightful session comparing traditional intravenous treatments for bacterial bone and joint infections, including prosthetic joint infections, with the latest evidence on the effectiveness of oral antibiotic therapy.
The COA, Healthcare Excellence Canada, and Choosing Wisely Canada Present: Patient Safety and Same-Day Orthopaedic Surgery
In partnership with Healthcare Excellence Canada, Choosing Wisely Canada and Canadian Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation we are pleased to welcome discussion on the topic of same-day orthopaedic surgery with the patient safety lens.
Webinar on Sustainability and Planetary Health / Webinaire sur la Durabilité et la santé planétaire (French Webinar)
In partnership with Choosing Wisely Canada (choosingwiselycanada.org), the COA is pleased to offer a French-language webinar titled “Sustainability and Planetary Health”.
The COA & Choosing Wisely Canada Present: Environmental Stewardship in the Orthopaedic Operating Room
In partnership with Choosing Wisely Canada (choosingwiselycanada.org), the COA proudly presented an accredited virtual learning opportunity for its members entitled “Environmental Stewardship in the Orthopaedic Operating Room” on February 8, 2024. This 90-minute interactive webinar, replete with activities and discussion, was hosted by Dr. Tara Klassen.