WEBINAR
WHY KINEMATIC ALIGNMENT FOR KNEE REPLACEMENT?
How to switch to this personalized technique and select the most suitable implants
How can you further improve the standard of care in Total Knee Replacement, to more completely address patient needs? Join our webinar to discover more about Kinematic Alignment combined with dedicated implants.
Date: May 8, 2025
Start Time: 19:00 GMT+1
Length: 1h 10m
Faculty: Stephen Howell, M.D., Mr Robin Kincaid, Prof Hemant Pandit
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The Webinar
In this webinar, leading UK experts will explore the fundamentals of Kinematic Alignment in Total Knee Replacement – from its definition and evidence base to patellofemoral considerations, implant selection, and real clinical cases. The session features Dr Stephen Howell, the godfather of the technique, who will share valuable insights on how to successfully implement KA in your surgical practice.
Program
19:00
Welcome & Introduction
D. Bresciani, Medacta UK
19:05
Kinematic Alignment: Definition & The Body of Evidence
Prof H. Pandit
19:15
The Patellofemoral Joint in Kinematic Alignment
Mr R. Kincaid
19:25
Does implant choice matter in Kinematic Alignment?
Getting started with Kinematic Alignment
S. Howell, M.D.
19:35
Valgus case
Mr R. Kincaid
19:45
Varus case
S. Howell, M.D.
19:55
Q&A
Moderated by Prof H. Pandit
20:10
Close
About the speakers
Stephen M. Howell, M.D.
Dr. Stephen Howell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 30 years of experience in knee surgery, specializing in total knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, and meniscal surgery. He is renowned for developing the Kinematic Alignment technique for knee replacement and has trained physicians globally. With a focus on innovation and patient outcomes, Dr. Howell has published over 140 scientific articles and is a sought-after consultant in sports medicine. He also served as an adjunct professor at UC Davis.
Mr Robin Kincaid
Mr. Kincaid is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in knee and hip surgery. With over 200 joint replacements and 100 arthroscopic surgeries annually, his expertise includes primary and revision knee replacements, knee arthroscopy, and complex trauma cases. He is the knee lead at Royal Cornwall Hospital and an educational supervisor. Trained in robotic knee surgery, Kinematic Alignment, and stem cell treatments, he also introduced nStride in Cornwall for knee osteoarthritis treatment.
Prof Hemant Pandit
Professor Hemant Pandit is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Leeds and an Honorary Consultant at Leeds Teaching Hospitals. He is also the Director of the Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine and co-director of Leeds Health Tech. As a NIHR Senior Investigator, he has published over 400 peer-reviewed articles. His research focuses on knee replacement, implant alignment, pain relief, and patient monitoring in patients undergoing knee surgery.
Register to the webinar!
How can you further improve the standard of care in Total Knee Replacement, to more completely address patient needs? Join our webinar to discover more about Kinematic Alignment combined with dedicated implants.