Much progress has been made since our inaugural symposium where we laid the foundations for our core objectives to improve patient selection and outcomes for joint replacement. There is a need to empower patients in decision-making, find non-surgical alternatives and refine the delivery and cost of care. Since we last met, we have dived deeper into the research and branched out to new and exciting directions.
We’re ready to showcase the fruits of our labour, explore your interests and invite you to the stage. This year, we are opening up the experience with more sessions, more interactive programs and more opportunities to forge new connections.
The osteoarthritis journey is a patient journey. We cannot improve the system without the voices of the community we serve and we encourage members of public to join the discussion.
We look forward to seeing you in July 2021!
Professor peter choong & A/Prof Michelle Dowsey
what's new
Check back with us as we lock in our program, our guests and add new features to the event!
Diverse speakers showcasing the latest research findings with opportunities to present your work and network! Find out more about how you can present your research and win a prize or two!
Our popular Career Development topics are back and have been scattered throughout the Forum! Keep an eye on our program as we lock in the topics most relevant to YOU!
We’ve partnered with SOMA to develop the first SOMA Day (1st July). Run by students, for students.
We’ve made it easier for you to participate regardless of where you are. You decide which sessions and when.
Download the Whova app to your phone and tune in to live streams, play-back recorded sessions, engage wherever you are and navigate your way around the event. Don’t worry, you can access Whova on your desktop browser too! Stay tuned for our how-to guides!
Get the most out of the app and have a more productive experience!
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NAVIGATE the event agenda and logistics, even without Wi-Fi or data. Access useful information like ridesharing and local attractions through the Community Board
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NETWORK effectively. Plan whom to meet by exploring attendee profiles and sending out messages
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PARTICIPATE in event activities through session likes, comments, ratings, live polling, tweeting, and more
UPDATE (11th June 2021): We are watching the evolving situation in Melbourne and are placing the safety of all attendees at the front of our minds.
The current path out of State Government restrictions leading up to our event means the Organising Committee have had to make an executive decision. We will be switching to Whova completely.The appropriate refunds will be made for in-person tickets switching to virtual tickets.
We strongly encourage all attendees to create a profile on Whova prior to the event to facilitate networking! Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer!
The Angliss Conference Centre is located on the western fringe of Melbourne’s central business district, overlooking the Docklands precinct and the picturesque Flagstaff Gardens.
Conveniently located within the free CBD tram zone at the corner of King St and La Trobe St, you’ll find numerous accommodation options and countless eateries and cafes.
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in-person
We apologise as an in-person event is now unlikely. We hope that you will still join us virtually on Whova!
Please get in touch here if you have any queries about this change.
Should you develop any of the symptoms related to COVID 19, please isolate immediately at home or in your accommodation and contact the dedicated Victorian COVID hotline: 1800 675 398.
A COVID safe plan has been developed for all events at the Angliss Conference Centre. You can find the document here. When you come to the Angliss, you will be required to check in via a sign-in sheet (surprisingly the faster method) or QR code and have your temperature tested.
Hand sanitisers will be available throughout the rooms and we stress everyone should socially distance where possible.
Please be aware that masks are only required on public transport but it is always safe to be carrying one on you at all times.
