Our Work in Action
This past week marked the inaugural Chicago Hip Summit Conference in Chicago, Illinois. The event gathered leading surgeons from around the world to tackle the complexities of hip dysplasia—from diagnosis to treatment planning and surgical management. Through in-depth discussions on the latest diagnostic approaches, surgical decision-making frameworks, and cutting-edge hip preservation techniques, the Summit fostered valuable collaboration aimed at advancing the field.
Dr. Domb had the honor of chairing the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) E.L.I.T.E. Hip Course at the Orthopedic Learning Center in Chicago, the nation's largest non-profit surgeon education facility. Surgeons from across the U.S. and as far as Africa, Chile, and Lithuania attended, taking advanced skills back to improve patient care worldwide. Alongside Co-Chair Dr. Thomas Byrd and Master Faculty Drs. Michael Gerhardt and Michael Banffy, Dr. Domb and the dedicated faculty helped spread knowledge and advance hip surgery for countless patients.
This weekend at AANA 2025, Dr. Benjamin Domb was honored to receive The Stephen J. Snyder, M.D. Arthroscopy Instructor Award. This award recognizes an AANA member who has shown exceptional dedication to educating orthopedic surgeons through teaching, presenting, and training. Dr. Snyder has been a mentor to many in the field, making it a true privilege for Dr. Domb to receive the award in his name and spend time with him.
Dr. Benjamin Kuhns of the American Hip Institute delivered an outstanding presentation on “Hip Instability, Dysplasia, and Screening” to a group of physical therapists. The session included a live mock patient exam and sparked engaging dialogue with thoughtful questions. We're proud to support ongoing education and collaboration with rehab professionals dedicated to advancing hip preservation and patient care.
Dr. Etan Sugarman delivered a well-received presentation to physical therapists on “Hip Impingement in 2025: It's Not Just FAI.” The session sparked meaningful discussion about the evolving understanding and treatment of hip impingement. We're grateful to collaborate with dedicated rehabilitation professionals who share our commitment to advancing patient care.
Dr. Benjamin Domb presented research this weekend at AAOS 2025 in San Diego, California!
On behalf of the American Hip Institute, Dr. Benjamin Domb was honored to present the latest techniques for labrum reconstruction and repair at the ISHA Hip Preservation Society meeting in Washington, DC. He was joined by esteemed colleagues Drs. John Christoforetti, Jit Balakumar, Ajay Lall, and Thomas Youm in a fantastic session at a great conference overall.
Alli Mack, PA-C from the American Hip Institute, recently presented at both the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) and Orthopaedic Summit (OSET) conferences. At AANA, she taught ultrasound techniques to orthopedic surgeons worldwide, then traveled to Las Vegas to present on Total Hip Arthroplasty, focusing on the anterior approach and outpatient surgery. Alli also served on expert panels addressing hip pain in young athletes and total joint arthroplasty. As one of the few women at these major orthopedic events, she inspires many with her expertise and dedication to advancing hip care. Thank you, Alli, for your ongoing commitment and leadership in orthopedics!
Women in Orthopedics: Beth Bardowski, Julia Jekli, Dr. Megan Flynn, and Isabella Wallace stood out at the AANA Hip Preservation Lab Course Representing women in orthopedics, this group of exceptional professionals not only embraced the rich educational opportunities but also built strong camaraderie and friendship throughout the event.
Dr. Benjamin Domb was honored to chair the Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Hip Course at the Orthopedic Learning Center alongside Dr. Thomas Byrd and a fantastic group of American Hip Institute fellowship alumni. Serving on the faculty were Drs. Payam Sabetian, Carlos Suarez-Ahedo, Victor Ortiz, Parth Lodhia, David Maldonado, Paulo Padilla, Taylor Harris, and Andrew Jimenez—showcasing the strength and impact of the AHI fellowship community.
American Hip Institute's Alli Mack, PA-C, MS, MPH, presented and hosted a lab at the AANA OLC Conference focused on optimizing ultrasound technology, with an emphasis on ultrasound physics. She demonstrated various hip injection types and techniques to participating orthopedic surgeons, contributing to hands-on education and skill development.
American Hip Institute's physical therapist, Amanda Gentile, presented a case study at the AANA OLC Conference on post-operative physical therapy protocols following hip arthroscopy. She shared a complex, customized treatment plan that resulted in excellent patient outcomes, including a successful return to goal-level activity just 7 months after surgery.
Congratulations to the AHI providers presenting this week at AOSSM! Their study, “Patient Reported Outcome Scores and Rate of Return to Sport After Hip Arthroscopic Surgery: A Sex-Based Comparison in Professional and Collegiate Athletes,” addressed the limited data on outcomes in elite female athletes. The findings showed that female athletes achieved favorable outcomes and a high rate of return to sport—demonstrating even greater improvement in outcome scores compared to elite male athletes.
Dr. Paulo Padilla had a great experience representing the American Hip Institute Research Foundation at the EFORT Annual Congress in Lisbon, Portugal. We're proud to share that our study, “Return to Sport and Outcomes After Concomitant Periacetabular Osteotomy and Hip Arthroscopy in Athletes,” was selected as a Finalist for the poster presentation.
AHRIF faculty presented on Anatomical Labral Repair during the New Trends in Hip Arthroscopy session at the 10th Annual Panhellenic Congress of Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Injuries, held in Greece this June. We were honored to contribute to this outstanding symposium organized by esteemed European colleagues.
Dr. Benjamin Domb had the honor of joining a renowned panel of hip experts at AANA. He stood alongside distinguished leaders in orthopedic surgery, including Dr. Mike Banffy (Kerlan-Jobe), Dr. Mario Hevesi (Mayo Clinic), Dr. Thomas Wuerz (New England Baptist), Dr. Marc Philippon (Steadman Clinic), Dr. Winston Gwathmey, Dr. Robert Westerman (University of Iowa), Dr. Andrea Spiker (University of Wisconsin), Dr. Jovan Laskowski, Dr. Mike Ellman, Dr. Shane Nho (Rush University), and Dr. James Genuario.
Dr. Benjamin Domb and Dr. Etan Sugarman showcased the latest research at the AANA meeting alongside esteemed colleagues from the American Hip Institute. They were joined by nurse practitioner Julia Jekli, fellowship alumni Drs. Philip Rosinsky and Payam Sabetian.
It was a great honor to have Dr. Benjamin Domb from the American Hip Institute on the podium at the Arthroscopy Association of North America meeting. He presented the institute's approach to treating the deficient labrum, covering both labral reconstruction and labral augmentation.
Dr. Benjamin Domb of the American Hip Institute and the International Society of Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA) Hip Preservation Society performed a live surgery showcasing an Anatomic Knotless Repair of the Hip Labrum. The procedure highlighted advanced techniques in hip preservation and was shared with a global audience of orthopedic surgeons.
The American Hip Institute hosted a successful Fellowship Alumni Reception at the AAOS Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, bringing together past fellows and colleagues. Special guest and Las Vegas native Steven Jackson, former NFL running back and AHI patient, joined the event.
Left to right: Drs. Jennifer Stone, Tony Trenga, Andrew Jimenez, Timothy Jackson, Benjamin Domb, Asheesh Gupta, John Redmond, Steven Jackson, Julio Nerys, and Kevin Dunne.
Dr. Domb had the pleasure of presenting at the Munich Hip Meeting last week on the topic “Labral Repair in the Hip: When and How.” The event, led by scientific chairs Professors Michael Dienst, Robert Hube, and Rüdiger von Eisenhart-Rothe, featured a high-level, interactive program focused on both fundamental and advanced aspects of adult hip preservation. It was an honor for Dr. Domb to participate alongside world-renowned experts, live from the TV studio in Munich.
The American Hip Institute team had a strong presence at the ISHA Annual Hip Preservation Meeting, with participation from past, present, and incoming surgical fellows. Pictured left to right: Drs. David Maldonado, Benjamin Kuhns, Andrew Curley, Benjamin Domb, Nils Wirries, and Paulo Padilla.
Dr. Domb had the honor of chairing the Arthroscopy Association of North America's Annual Hip Course at the Orthopedic Learning Center, alongside his mentor and Co-Chair, Dr. Thomas Byrd. By teaching advanced hip arthroscopy techniques to surgeons from across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and South America, they help improve care for patients suffering from hip pain worldwide.
Another Successful Hip Symposium at the American Hip Institute!
Dr.'s Domb, Schinsky, Kahana, and Quesada, and Kuhns presented at the AHI Hip Symposium. There was a great showing of about 50 people between AHI Faculty, AHI Staff, and ATI Physical Therapists.
The American Hip Institute team presented its research at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, revealing favorable mid-term and long-term outcomes following hip arthroscopy as well as successful return to sport in elite female athletes
For the first time, American Hip Institute presents its research study demonstrating the long-term benefits of their arthroscopic technique to preserve the hip, and avoid hip replacement, even in patients over 40 years old. In this study presented at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), a vast majority of patients' hips were still going strong over 10 years after their hip arthroscopy! American Hip Institute has a core mission of curing joint pain and arthritis. The preventative hip arthroscopy procedures performed at American Hip Institute have accomplished this goal for thousands of patients around the world. If you are over 40 and have hip pain, the American Hip Institute arthroscopic procedure may help you avoid a hip replacement and get your life back.
Many patients who have undergone spine surgery later discover that, in addition to a spine problem, they also have a hip problem. Spine and hip problems can produce pain in similar areas, and it is difficult for a patient to tell if pain is coming from the spine, the hip, or both. In this groundbreaking study from American Hip Institute presented at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), researchers found that in patients with continued hip pain after previous spine surgery, arthroscopic surgery of the hip helped a vast majority of patients get their lives back. If you have had spine surgery, and have continued pain in the hip area, you may be a candidate for the American Hip Institute arthroscopic procedure.
Over a decade ago, the American Hip Institute developed the technique for hip arthroscopy with repair of the capsule for patients with femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). Now, for the first time, the researchers at American Hip Institute Research Foundation have revealed the long term results of this procedure in a study presented at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) and American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM). The study showed that over 90% of patients' hips are still going strong, more than 10 years after their procedure. American Hip Institute has a core mission of curing joint pain and arthritis. The preventative hip arthroscopy procedures performed at American Hip Institute have accomplished this goal for thousands of patients around the world. If you suffer from hip pain and want to get your life back, you may be a candidate for the American Hip Institute procedure.
On the heels of International Women's Day, many elite female athletes suffering from hip pain are asking if they will ever be able to return to their sport. The American Hip Institute has created a procedure that is specific to women's hips, and have recently revealed the astonishing success of the procedure in a study presented at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) and American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM). This study showed that a vast majority of elite female athletes who underwent the American Hip Institute hip arthroscopy procedure successfully returned to the sport they love. If you are a woman suffering from hip pain and want to get your life back, you may be a candidate for the American Hip Institute procedure.
An outstanding Hip Symposium at the American Hip Institute!
An outstanding Hip Symposium at the American Hip Institute! Dr. Benjamin Domb, Dr. Mark Schinsky, Dr. Benjamin Kuhns, Dr. Ady Kahana and Dr. Roger Quesada shared clinical information on important hip conditions with a remarkable audience of physical therapists to help treat and properly diagnose hip conditions. Thank you to our presenters and attendees for their contributions to education and improved patient care!
Fantastic gathering for the American Hip Institute Fellowship Alumni Reception at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
It was a fantastic gathering for the American Hip Institute Fellowship Alumni Reception at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) in Las Vegas. The team was joined by Vegas native, American Hip Institute patient, and future hall of fame running back, Steven Jackson.
Left to right: Drs. Jennifer Stone, Tony Trenga (PGY5 Medical College of Wisconsin), Andrew Jimenez (Yale University), Timothy Jackson (Congress Orthopaedic), Benjamin Domb (American Hip Institute), Asheesh Gupta (Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics), John Redmond (Southeast Orthopedic Specialists), Steven Jackson (former St. Louis Rams RB), Julio Nerys (M3), Kevin Dunne (PGY5 Beaumont)
The International Society for Hip Arthroscopy was well-attended by the American Hip Institute team
The International Society for Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA) annual hip preservation meeting was well-attended by the American Hip Institute team, including past, present, and future surgical fellows. Left to right: Drs. David Maldonado, Benjamin Kuhns, Andrew Curley, Benjamin Domb, Nils Wirries, and Paulo Padilla.
American Hip Institute fellows present on hip pain in the young, active adult at the International Society for Hip Arthroscopy
American Hip Institute fellows Dr. David Maldonado (Class of 2020), Dr. Paulo Padilla (Class of 2023), and Dr. Andrew Curley (Class of 2023) present on topics related to hip pain in the young, active adult.
Dr. Domb was honored to Chair the Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Hip Course at the Orthopedic Learning Center
Dr. Domb was honored to Chair the Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Hip Course at the Orthopedic Learning Center, alongside Co-Chair Dr. Thomas Byrd, and esteemed faculty Joshua Harris from Methodist Hospital of Houston, Andrew Jimenez from Yale, Parth Lodhia from Vancouver, David Maldonado from University of Texas in Houston, Victor Ortiz-Declet from Kayal Orthopedics, Paulo Padilla, Payam Sabetian, Andrea Spiker from University of Wisconsin, Jorge Chahla from Midwest Orthopedics at Rush (Rush University), Michael Chiu from Illinois Bone and Joint Institute (IBJI), Zachary Domont from Advocate, Bradley Dworsky from Hinsdale Orthopedics and Illinois Bone and Joint Institute (IBJI), Taylor Harris, Carlos Suarez-Ahedo from Mexico City, Srino Bharam from Lenox Hill Hospital, Victor Ilizilaturrri from Mexico City, and Rupesh Tarwala.
Guest Lecturer Dr. Asheesh Bedi
Orthobiologics Lecture at American Hip Institute by Dr. Asheesh Bedi
Director, Comprehensive Sports Medicine and Joint Preservation, Northshore Health System
Adjunct Professor, Hospital for Special Surgery
Team Physician, Chicago Bears
American Hip Institute's Alli Mack, PA-C, MS, MPH presented and hosted a lab at the Arthroscopy Association of North America Orthopedic Learning Center conference on ultrasound technology optimization with a focus on the physics of ultrasound
American Hip Institute's Alli Mack, PA-C, MS, MPH presented and hosted a lab at the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) Orthopedic Learning Center conference on ultrasound technology optimization with a focus on the physics of ultrasound. Alli demonstrated different types of hip injections and techniques to the participating orthopedic surgeons.
Amanda Gentile shared a case study at the Arthroscopy Association of North America Orthopedic Learning Center Conference on post operative physical therapy protocol for hip arthroscopy
American Hip institute's Physical Therapist, Amanda Gentile, shared a case study at the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) Orthopedic Learning Center Conference on post operative physical therapy protocol for hip arthroscopy. Amanda presented a complicated and customized patient treatment plan, which led to optimal patient outcomes with a successful return to goal level of activity at 7 months after surgery.
Study on labral management in patients over 40 years old undergoing primary hip arthroscopy
Another great publication by the AHI team of providers! This study on labral management in patients over 40 years old undergoing primary hip arthroscopy demonstrates that the labral reconstruction is a valuable alternative in patients over 40 with irreparable labra. Labral repair is still our preferred option in the setting of a reparable labrum.
Congratulations to the American Hip Institute providers this week at American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine! There has been a paucity of literature evaluating the outcomes of elite female athletes undergoing hip preservation surgery.
The study "Patient Reported Outcome Scores and Rate of Return to Sport After Hip Arthroscopic Surgery: A Sex-Based Comparison in Professional and Collegiate Athletes" showed that elite female athletes undergoing hip arthroscopy demonstrated favorable outcomes and a high rate of return to sport. Female athletes also demonstrated greater improvement in outcome scores compared to a control group of elite male athletes.
Guest Lecturer Dr. Jimmy Chow
American Hip Institute was honored to host Dr. Jimmy Chow as Distinguished Guest Lecturer. Dr. Chow spoke on the SuperPATH and AnteriorPATH approaches for minimally invasive hip replacement. Collaborations like these help us advance our field and help patients all over the world!
Above: Drs. Andrew Curley, Benjamin Domb, Jimmy Chow, Andrew Carbone, Paulo Padilla
The Chicago Hip Meeting - Leaders in Hip Preservation
On October 8-9 the American Hip Institute hosted the Chicago Hip Meeting, bringing together hip preservation leaders from around the world. The surgeons in attendance were alumni of the American Hip Institute Fellowship, who all returned to participate in extensive surgical discussions, complex case studies and expert collaboration at the highest level.'
Live Surgery - Skills Training and Expert Techniques using Augmented Reality
Live Surgery - Skills Training and Expert Techniques using Augmented Reality
The American Hip Foundation is honored to host grand rounds with guest speaker, Dr. Craig Dellavalle on Managing Complications Following Total Hip Arthroplasty
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Presented at the Chicago Ultimate Women's Expo.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Sunday - 3pm
Dr. Benjamin Domb of the American Hip Institute & Orthopedic Specialists will speak alongside Kandi Burruss, Gammy Winning Singer/Songwriter, Keke Palmer, Actress, Host GMA, Anne Burrell Food Network Superstar, Porsha Williams, "Real Housewives of Atlanta", MC Lyte; Entertainer, and Graham Elliott Master Chef/Top Chef
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