Hip Conditions and Strategies in Preservation
A Practical Course
Saturday, May 23, 2026
0700 - 1530
Expand Your Network to Canada’s Top Hip Specialists
Course History
The bi-annual ‘Hip Course’ has been held 5 times since 2016 to bring together clinicians and allied healthcare members from multiple fields (including surgeons, chiropractors, physicians, physiotherapists, etc.) to learn and engage in collaborative discussions regarding the management of various hip disorders.
Course Chair
Dr. Olufemi R. Ayeni MD, PhD, FRCSC
Course Chair
Dr. Ayeni is a Professor and Academic Division Head of Orthopaedic Surgery at McMaster University, Canada. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Health Research Methodology, Evidence and Impact and Medical Director for the Hamilton Tiger Cats and Forge FC. Dr. Ayeni has been named a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Joint Preservation Surgery by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and a University Scholar at McMaster University. He has published over 400 academic publications in sports medicine and related research. Dr. Ayeni is the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and is the Research Committee Chair for the International Society for Hip Arthroscopy.
Course Learning Objectives
Interpret at least some portion of x-ray, MRI, and/or CT scan hip imaging and diagnostic techniques.Identify strategies that enable the development of a clinical practie that involves the management of hip conditions.Identify the appropriate use of non-operative interventions and strategies from allied health professionals.Describe how to formulate a management plan for hip disorders, which includes both operative and non-operative strategies with collaboration between surgeons and allied healthcare professionals (e.g. physiotherapists, chiropractors, naturopaths).Further knowledge in hip arthroscopy and other surgical procedures.Gain knowledge in performing range of motion tests, other diagnostic techniques to determine hip conditions and assess recovery post-surgery.
“Just wanted to send a quick thank you!!! It was very well run and very informative. I found every speaker, especially the surgeons, to be articulate and succint.”
KM (Physiotherapist)
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026
Course Details
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Date
7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Time
White Oaks Resort & Spa
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Location
Physician - $300.00
(Includes physicians, surgeons, chiropractors, naturopaths, etc.)Allied Health Professional - $190.00
(Includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, research coordinators, etc.)Trainee - $140.00
(Includes fellows, residents, medical students, doctorate student etc.)
Course Fees
($ CDN)
Course Agenda
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 AM to 8:10 AM
Welcome, Introductions, and Review of Course Objectives
F. Ayeni
8:10 AM to 8:35 AM
How I Assess the Paediatric Hip
C. Forsythe
8:35 AM to 9:00 AM
How I Assess the Athlete’s Hip
F. Ayeni
9:00 AM to 9:25 AM
How I Read a Hip X-Ray
Y. Bourgeault-Gagnon
9:25 AM to 9:50 AM
How I Read a Hip MRI
N. Parasu
9:50 AM to 10:00 AM
Panel Discussion & Additional Demonstrations
10:00 AM to 10:15 AM
Break & Sponsor Exhibits
10:15 AM to 10:40 AM
The Problem After Hip Arthroscopy Is Commonly The Rehab Strategy, Don't Blame the Surgery
D. Yardley
10:40 AM to 11:05 AM
It’s Not The Labrum: The Pelvic Floor Problem Missed After Hip Arthroscopy
A. Horton
11:05 AM to 11:30 AM
Cleared To Return To Activity Doesn’t Mean They Are Ready: Why Patients Re-Injure After Hip Arthroscopy
G. Gamble
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch and Sponsor Exhibits
1:00 PM to 1:20 PM
DEBATE #1: Hip Surgery: Open vs. Scope
E. Belzile, P. Lodhia
1:20 PM to 1:40 PM
DEBATE #2: Hip Surgery: Try a Scope vs. Replacement
R. Degen, G. Woods
1:40 PM to 2:00 PM
DEBATE #3: Painful Hip + Normal Imaging: Radiofrequency Ablation vs. Biologics
E. Maida, K. Dalziel
2:00 PM to 2:20 PM
DEBATE #4: Post-Hip Surgery: Accelerated vs. Standard Rehab and other Considerations
D. Yardley, P. Lodhia (Moderators);
E. Belzile, R. Degen (Panelists)
2:20 PM to 2:30 PM
Closing Remarks
F. Ayeni
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Networking Hour and Sponsor Exhibits
(a chance to meet with faculty one-on-one, ask questions, and network)
Course Location
The course will be held in person at White Oaks Resort in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario.White Oaks Resort & Spa
253 Taylor Road SS4
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
L0S 1J0
Hotel Accommodation
Guests can make a hotel reservation online at WhiteOaksResort.com or by calling 1-800-263-5766.
Course Contact
Nicole Simunovic, MSc
Research Manager, MacSports
Email: simunon@mcmaster.ca
Phone: (289) 237 - 3224
