Australia-based Osseointegration International launched a virtual educational program designed for prosthetists who wish to expand their knowledge of the procedure. The sessions will provide insights into patient care solutions and information on existing scientific studies and clinical experiences and will become part of a certification program.
The current program will span two hours and consist of three sessions. In the initial segment, a clinical specialist will provide a comprehensive overview of osseointegration, offering background knowledge to understand the technique. The subsequent session will feature a prosthetist who will share insights into treating patients with osseointegration implants, emphasizing the best alignment techniques and customization options based on individual patient needs and lifestyles. Engineers will then lead a hands-on session dedicated to connectors used in prostheses, a critical element for patients’ complete rehabilitation and long-term implant maintenance. During this session, the presenters will use a portable camera to demonstrate the engineering intricacies of the connectors. The training includes opportunities for participants to seek clarification on specific topics or resolve complex patient scenarios.
“As osseointegration gains popularity worldwide and the number of patients increases, we receive daily inquiries seeking information on how to treat patients and order parts,” said William Lu, the interim managing director of Osseointegration International. “Achieving optimal alignment between the prosthesis and the implant is crucial for this technique, along with selecting the most suitable connectors for each patient and this is very complicated without the proper training.”
Osseointegration International was founded by surgeon Munjed Al Muderis, whose contributions to the field include enhancing implant designs, refining surgical techniques, and optimizing rehabilitation protocols. The company has completed over 1,200 cases worldwide.
“As our clinical data on the osseointegration procedure continues to grow, it becomes increasingly evident that specific patients experience significantly improved recovery, life expectancy, and quality of life compared to standard treatments. Our hope is that by deepening caregivers’ understanding of this procedure, they will expand the availability of this option to those patients who could benefit most,” said Al Muderis.
