The 42nd Annual Arkansas Orthopaedic Forum
Friday, November 13, 2026
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
12th Floor, Fred W. Smith Conference Center
Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Registration is now open!
Join leading experts in shoulder and elbow orthopaedics for an engaging educational experience focused on the latest advances in clinical care, research, and surgical techniques. Gain new perspectives, explore emerging evidence, and engage in thought-provoking discussions designed to deepen your understanding and enhance patient care.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in Q&A sessions and visit exhibitors during scheduled breaks. In-person registration includes breakfast and your choice of lunch options.
Joint Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 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.
AMA Credit Designation Statement
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Program Highlights
Expert Perspectives: Hear from this year’s distinguished guest lecturer, Dr. Jay Keener, as he shares insights, expertise, and experience across the evolving field of shoulder and elbow orthopaedics.
Innovative Research: Explore emerging ideas through resident research presentations highlighting the latest developments in orthopaedic care.
Challenging Case Discussions: Learn from leading panelists as they examine complex shoulder and elbow cases, discuss evolving techniques, and explore the latest evidence-based approaches to treatment.
Carl L. Nelson, M.D., Distinguished Visiting Professor
Jay D. Keener, M.D.
Professor, Orthopaedic Surgery
Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
Fellowship Director,
Shoulder & Elbow Reconstruction
Chief, Shoulder and Elbow Service
Washington University
We are pleased to welcome Jay D. Keener, M.D., as our 2026 Carl L. Nelson, M.D., Distinguished Visiting Professor. Dr. Keener is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis and internationally recognized leader in shoulder and elbow surgery.
He specializes in the evaluation and treatment of shoulder and elbow conditions, including throwing shoulder injuries, labral tears and biceps tendon injuries, rotator cuff disease and tears, frozen shoulder syndrome, shoulder and elbow arthritis, shoulder fractures, minimally invasive shoulder fracture fixation, shoulder and elbow joint replacement and reconstruction, acromioclavicular and sternoclavicular joint injuries, shoulder instability, and reverse shoulder arthroplasty. He is the Chief of the Shoulder and Elbow Service and the Director of the Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction Fellowship program at Washington University, where he has served as faculty for 14 years.
Dr. Keener’s research focuses on the natural history of degenerative rotator cuff disease and clinical outcomes for rotator cuff and shoulder arthroplasty surgeries. In 2014, Dr. Keener, along with Drs. Yamaguchi and Teefey, received the Kappa Delta Ann Doner Vaughan Award for their collaborative efforts in research related to rotator cuff disease.
Dr. Keener is actively involved in resident and fellowship education and has received numerous awards related to his teaching efforts. Dr. Keener earned his medical degree at West Virginia University, School of Medicine in Morgantown. He completed his residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and a fellowship in shoulder and elbow surgery at Washington University School of Medicine.
The James Aronson, M.D., Resident Research Competition
Judges: Jay Keener, M.D., Ron Robertson, M.D., and Mark Feger, M.D.
Expert Panelists
Registration
Questions?
Email Dana Garrison.