Dr. Jeff Dikis and Dr. Brad Abicht team up as co-hosts to drive discussion, education, and critical analysis of pertinent peer-reviewed publications that ultimately influence lower extremity patient care. Authors of published manuscripts will join the hosts on the industry-leading lerEXPO virtual platform to explore behind-the-scenes intel related to their publications and take a deep dive into their research. This unique & interactive academic session encourages attendees to join in on the conversation and will recur monthly.

Featured Panelist:

Jeanine Maguire, PhD, MA, MPT, CWS, FCPP

This program celebrates curiosity, rigor, and collaboration—highlighting the voices shaping the future of foot and ankle care. It’s about visibility, momentum, and impact. Because great research deserves more than a moment—it deserves a platform.

MIS Mastery is a one-day virtual event on October 10, 2026, that gives foot and ankle surgeons a practical, expert-led look at minimally invasive surgery. Across four sessions, leading surgeons from around the world cover jig-assisted procedures, bone grafting and biologics, and fixation constructs, then close with a revision session on managing failed open and MIS cases. Each session opens with an anatomical review of safe zones and approaches from renowned anatomist Dr. Miquel Dalmau-Pastor and ends with a moderated panel discussion, so attendees leave with techniques they can put to work right away.

The AFO Coding Seminar is a practical educational program designed to help clinicians and their teams better understand the coding, documentation, and billing requirements associated with ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs).

Whether you’re new to dispensing Carbon Composite AFOs or looking to strengthen your existing workflow, this seminar provides actionable guidance on coding best practices, common reimbursement challenges, documentation requirements, and strategies for integrating AFOs into your practice with confidence.

Through expert instruction and real-world examples, attendees will gain the knowledge needed to improve compliance, optimize reimbursement, and deliver high-quality orthotic care to their patients.

Featured Panelists:

• Dr. Steven Sauk, MD
• Walaya Methodius-Rayford, MD, MBA, RPVI, CWSP, CHWS, DAVBLM, FACCWS, FAPWCA

• 3D Scanning vs. Plaster Casting
• Pros and cons of each method
• Casting and scanning for orthotics and above‑ankle devices
• Choosing the right scanning hardware
• Commonly used hardware + strengths/limitations
• What the research tells us about accuracy (including Dean’s published work)