Industry Side Event

From Training to the Trenches—Surviving and Thriving in Your First Years of Practice Grapevine 11.07.26 (EID86382)

This is an Industry Side Event for those attending an Industry Conference. 

Travel expenses are not covered by Zimmer Biomet to attend this event.

Summary

Are you a Resident, Fellow, or newly practicing Surgeon looking for practical guidance as you transition from training to practice? 

Come hear Dr. Vinay Aggarwal, Dr. John Dundon, and Dr. Nate Heckmann share critical advice on relevant topics shaped by Early Career Surgeons in the thick of starting their clinical practice. Our seasoned faculty will lead you through leveraging Rosa® Knee with OptimiZe™ to improve accuracy and precision, taking advantage of the full Persona® Primary and Revision Knee platform to prepare for the unexpected in the OR, and how to purposefully integrate ZBEdge analytics to drive efficiency as your practice evolves. 

At Zimmer Biomet we are committed to shaping the next generation of Orthopedic Surgeons through investment in medical education focused on the Early Career Surgeon from Residency through Fellowship, and Boards Part II Certification. We look forward to meeting you and being a part of your AAHKS 2026 experience!

Faculty

All faculty are paid Zimmer Biomet consultants. 

Vinay Aggarwal, M.D.

John Dundon, M.D.

Nathanael Heckmann, M.D.

Details

WHEN

WHERE

PLANNER

November 7, 2026
11:50 AM-12:50 PM CT

Grapevine B

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 76051

Course intended for HCPs

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- Course Fees (shuttle, actual cost of meals)

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Vermont Licensed Healthcare Professionals

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