Acute Care Core Curriculum - Foot and Ankle

Acute Care Core Curriculum - Foot and Ankle is organized by Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS).

Release date: 12/19/2023
Expiration date: 12/19/2026

Description:
The complexity of the foot and ankle joints require a varied and often time unique set of surgical procedures. These patients often prove to be challenging when trying to formulate a safe discharge plan. This program will provide a review of relevant anatomy, indications for surgery, surgical considerations and implications for physical therapy along with specific treatment guidelines.

Learning Objectives:
HSS Continuing Education activities are intended to improve the quality of patient care and safety. At the conclusion of this course the participant will be able to:

• Identify foot and ankle anatomy and biomechanics
• Describe common indications for foot and ankle surgery
• Differentiate various foot/ankle procedures and the surgical implications
• Implement rehabilitation principles following common foot/ankle procedures.