Brown Orthopedics

02/26/2026

👩‍⚕️🦴 Inspiring the Next Generation of Orthopedic Surgeons

On February 18, surgeons from University Orthopedics, Inc. and researchers and trainees from Brown Orthopedics hosted a Perry Initiative event for female medical students.

Through hands-on surgical skills sessions and engaging presentations, participants were introduced to the exciting and rewarding world of orthopedic surgery—helping spark interest and build confidence in future leaders in the field.

02/25/2026

🎥 Speaker Spotlight | Froehlich Family Lecture Series

We’re excited to spotlight Michael Roberto from Bryant University, an upcoming speaker in the Froehlich Family Lecture Series at the Northeast Arthroplasty Conference on April 11.

This annual conference, affiliated with Brown University , brings together expert faculty from across the country and is designed for orthopedic residents and fellows, practicing orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and nurses. The program focuses on advancing education, innovation, and best practices in arthroplasty care.

📅 April 11
📍 Northeast Arthroplasty Conference
🔗 Register here: https://cme-learning.brown.edu/2026-NAC

Join us for an outstanding day of learning and collaboration.

02/11/2026

Highlights from the 2025 Northeast Arthroplasty Conference 🎥
An incredible day of learning and shared expertise. We’re looking forward to the 2026 conference on April 11—it’s coming soon. Be sure to join us! The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

02/10/2026

⏳ The clock is ticking!
Abstracts are due Feb 16—don’t miss your chance to submit.

📣 Call for Abstracts Open 🗓️ Submit by Feb 16th 📍 Instructions: https://lnkd.in/eGvNxih2 🦴 Short. Sharp. Surgical. Get your 300 words in before the clock runs out!

01/22/2026

🚨 Check out the latest research study conducted here at the RIHOF lab! 🧪🦴

We’re proud to share new peer‑reviewed orthopedic research published in Orthopedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research — advancing evidence‑based care and innovation in musculoskeletal health.

📄 Read the full study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0363502325006380

At the RIH Orthopaedic Foundation (RIHOF), we support cutting‑edge projects that bridge clinical insight and biomechanical discovery, driving improvements in orthopedic education, device evaluation, and patient outcomes.

Thank you to our investigators, collaborators, and trainees whose work continues to push the boundaries of orthopedic science. 👏

01/12/2026

🧠🎉 Save the Date | Team Trivia for a Great Cause
Join us for the 12th Annual Richard Browning Team Trivia Night on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the Rhode Island Country Club in Barrington.

This event honors the legacy of Dr. Richard Browning, who served as Chief of Anesthesia at Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children's for more than two decades. Dr. Browning was a dedicated physician, educator, and leader whose commitment to patient care and medical education left a lasting impact. Following his passing from pancreatic cancer in 2012, the Browning Cancer Research Fund was established to support innovative pediatric and adult cancer research in his honor. Brown University Health

🕠 Reception & cocktails: 5:30–7:00 PM
🕖 Trivia begins: 7:00 PM
🎟 Suggested donation: $50 per person or $500 per table of 10
🎟 50/50 raffle benefiting the Browning Cancer Research Fund

Support the mission and learn more:
👉 https://p2p.onecause.com/browning

Thank you for helping honor Dr. Browning’s legacy and advancing cancer research

Take the challenge and help a great cause.

01/09/2026

📅 Save the Date | Northeast Arthroplasty Conference 2026

Join us for the NE Arthroplasty Conference 2026—an intimate, highly regarded regional meeting where orthopedic professionals come together to learn, collaborate, and advance arthroplasty care.

This conference fills up quickly, and for good reason. We hope to see colleagues from across the region come together again for an outstanding educational experience.

Mark your calendar—we look forward to seeing you there.

The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

01/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Edward Akelman!

We are proud to share that Dr. Akelman has been named the 2025 Milton W. Hamolsky, MD Outstanding Physician of the Year by the Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association—the highest honor awarded by the hospital’s medical staff.

This prestigious recognition reflects Dr. Akelman’s exceptional skill, leadership, and lifelong commitment to patient care, education, and advancing orthopedic medicine. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved honor.

Read more about this well-deserved honor:
👉 https://blog.universityorthopedics.com/dr-edward-akelman-named-2025-outstanding-physician-of-the-year/

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The Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association has announced that Dr. Edward Akelman is the recipient of the 2025 Milton W. Hamolsky, MD Outstanding Physician of the Year Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Rhode Island Hospital medical staff.

01/05/2026

🏒⛷️ Winter sports are awesome — but injuries are real.
Watch our latest video where Dr. Brett Owens breaks down the most common winter sports injuries athletes face this season and what parents need to know to help keep kids safe. From ACL tears to shoulder dislocations, and why fatigue matters — get the tips you need before hitting the court, rink, or slopes!

12/17/2025

❤️ We’re resharing this important message as our community comes together. ❤️
In light of yesterday’s events at Brown University, there is an urgent need for blood donors. If you’re able, please consider donating and helping those affected during this difficult time.
📍 110 Elm Street, Providence
🕗 8–11 AM | Walk-ins welcome
Together, we can make a difference.

❤️ Urgent Call for Blood Donors ❤️

After yesterday’s events at Brown University, our community has been deeply affected, and now is a time to come together in a powerful way. Please consider taking time to donate blood tomorrow at our blood drive, located at 110 Elm Street, Providence. The bloodmobile will be on site from 8am- 11am.
Walk-ins are welcome.

12/16/2025

We stand in solidarity with the Brown University community during this heartbreaking time. Our thoughts remain with the victims, their families, and all those impacted by this tragedy.

University Orthopedics, Inc. and Brown Orthopedics are committed to supporting the wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, and families as the community comes together to heal

12/12/2025

University Orthopedics, Inc. is proud to highlight the incredible work of Dr. Roman Hayda, Chief of Orthopedic Trauma at Rhode Island Hospital who continues to support medical teams on the front lines in Ukraine.

In a recent NBC 10 WJAR segment with Barbara Morse, Dr. Hayda shared how he and Ukrainian trauma surgeon Dr. Viktor Rokutov are working together to treat complex war-related injuries — often under extreme conditions and with limited resources. Their commitment to saving lives and advancing trauma care is nothing short of extraordinary.

Watch the full story and learn more about their collaboration and impact:
🔗 https://turnto10.com/features/health-landing-page/teaming-up-make-difference-medical-front-lines-ukraine-doctors-nurses-missile-attacks-conditions-november-21-2025

It was in Dnipro, Ukraine, a few years ago, where two orthopedic trauma surgeons met.