Florida Orthopaedic Society

05/04/2026

A recent statewide update from the Florida Medical Association (FMA) highlights several regulatory developments physicians should be aware of: https://www.flmedical.org/florida/Florida_Public/News/2026/State_regulatory_update_04_20.aspx

04/28/2026

Announcing FL OrthoCon keynote speaker, Dr. Stephanie Pearce!

Dr. Pearce is a board certified, dual-fellowship-trained sports medicine surgeon specializing in both pediatric and adult orthopedic sports medicine. Her mission is to help competitive athletes return to their sport as quickly and safely as possible.

View the preliminary agenda & register today: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/event/FLOrthoCon

04/22/2026

Free registration for residents, fellows, and medical students ends May 1st!

Join us at FL OrthoCon in Orlando this summer. The agenda features educational and fun opportunities for residents and medical students to test their skills and knowledge.

Learn more & register today: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/event/FLOrthoCon

04/09/2026

Have questions about launching an in-office surgery program? Bring your administrators and office staff to FL OrthoCon!

This session will provide a practical, administrator-focused roadmap for launching and growing an in-office procedure model from Level 1 to Level 2 using real-world operational strategies.

Join us this June: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/event/FLOrthoCon

03/25/2026

Curious about Low Dose Benign Radio Therapy in an orthopaedic practice?

Head to Orlando this June for FL OrthoCon! Kevin Joyce and Dr. Evan Thomas will discuss how LDRT works to address a wide scope of MSK conditions and how the set up of a program like this works.

View the preliminary agenda & register now: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/event/FLOrthoCon

03/17/2026

In this episode of Health Care Headlines You Need to Know from Tallahassee, FOS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich wrap a bow on the 2026 Florida Legislative Session.

Fraser breaks down a handful of bills that will not pass in 2026 because the budget is the only thing left to be ironed out. But, some familiar topics are bound to come back in 2027:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich wrap a bow on the 2026 legislative session on the Tuesday following the final day, which happens to be Saint Patrick's Day. ...

03/09/2026

In this episode of Health Care Headlines You Need to Know from Tallahassee, FOS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich provide a quick update on the state budget. It doesn't look like legislators will agree on the budget by the time the session comes to a close, and Fraser explains why and what that means for an already busy election year.

Fraser spends some time giving an update on vaccine legislation and some other hot medical topics that don't stand much of a chance since they need to pass in both chambers, although there's always a chance in the final week:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich flip the script a little bit this week by introducing the musical selection first before jumping into the weekly headlines. ...

03/06/2026

Are you ready to transform compliance from a checkbox to a cornerstone of success?

Join us at FL OrthoCon this June! Sean Weiss will be leading a dynamic session for attendees on the Practice Management Track featuring proven strategies for cultivating a resilient compliance culture in your orthopedic organization.

Learn more & view the preliminary agenda: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/event/FLOrthoCon

03/03/2026

As the 2026 Florida Legislative Session continues, FOS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich are focused on which pieces of legislation have a chance to cross the finish line and which bills seem to be losing momentum:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich are focused on which pieces of legislation have a chance to cross the finish line and which bills seem to be losing momentum...

02/25/2026

The submission window has officially opened for the FOS Injured Worker Inspiration Awards!

The award was created to recognize the achievements of injured workers & their orthopaedic surgeons and to recognize the advances of musculoskeletal science.

Learn more: https://floridaorthopaedicsociety.org/page/FOSIWIA

02/23/2026

As the 2026 Florida Legislative Session moves past the 40-day mark, FOS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich talk with special guest Toni Large, a lobbyist focused on healthcare policy, to give fresh insight from Tallahassee.

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Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich bring on special guest Toni Large to give fresh insight from Tallahassee as the 2026 legislative session moves past the 40-d...

02/02/2026

FOS Executive Director Fraser Cobbe and staff member Joe Daraskevich bundle up for this week's episode as they try to stay warm amid a frigid cold front in the third week of the 2026 Florida Legislative Session.

Fraser spends time breaking down a bill that focuses on surgery suites and some potential regulatory changes. Fraser also gives the latest update on the Big Beautiful Healthcare Frontier Act and what sort of chances the legislation has in the Senate:

Fraser Cobbe and Joe Daraskevich bundle up for this week's episode as they try to stay warm amid a frigid cold front in the third week of the 2026 legislativ...