Precision In Motion

Mastering MSK Ultrasound & Bone Marrow Aspiration

July 17-18, 2025

Knee Pathologies

Osteoarthritis, Meniscus Tears, Ligament Tears, Pes Anserine Tendinobursal Syndrome

Shoulder Pathologies

Osteoarthritis, Labrum Tears, Adhesive Capsulitis, & Rotator Cuff Tears

Hip Pathologies

Osteoarthritis, Labrum Tears, Trochanteric Pain Syndrome and Piriformis Syndrome

A Curated Course Overview

Embark on a transformative journey in orthobiologic training, led by an esteemed team of physicians, scientists, and clinical specialists. Delve into in-depth lectures on musculoskeletal treatment applications, then transition seamlessly into hands-on diagnostic ultrasound sessions with live models and a practical bone marrow aspiration workshop. The journey culminates in an advanced workshop dedicated to the preparation of platelet-rich plasma and bone marrow aspirate, where you will master the art of procuring platelets and progenitor stem cells at peak biologic concentrations to deliver superior patient outcomes.  Finally, engage in an in-depth Q&A session with our experts, ensuring that your insights are finely tuned for practical application.

Meet the Experts

Shaping the future of non-surgical ortho-biologic tissue repair

Moises Irizarry-Román, MD
Sports Medicine

South Florida’s leading sports medicine physician, Moisés Irizarry-Román, MD, is an expert at diagnosing and treating the most complex types of sports and musculoskeletal injuries. To help athletes and active patients get the unique, comprehensive care they need, Dr. Irizarry-Román founded No Mercy Sports Medicine in Miami. Throughout his career, Dr. Irizarry-Román has pioneered solutions in sports medicine.

Michael Meng
DC, RMSK, ARNP, FNP-BC, FIAAM

While serving at the largest rheumatology practice in Southern California, Dr. Meng developed a strong focus on diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound. His clinical expertise earned him recognition as a preferred provider of ultrasound services for esteemed organizations, including the United States Olympic Committee, Santa Monica Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Anatara Medical, Bio Reset Medical, and the Orthohealing Institute.

Sina Farzaneh, PhD
Scientific Director Tissue Engineering

Dr. Farzaneh holds a Ph.D. in Tissue Engineering and possesses extensive expertise in medical sciences, with a specialized focus on the integration of stem cells and their derivatives with smart biomaterials to accelerate wound healing and facilitate the regeneration of musculoskeletal and skin tissues. His innovative approach and established research background is significant to regenerative therapeutics.

Course Highlights

Needle Trainer Imaging

Refine your diagnostic expertise with immersive, hands-on training designed to elevate your clinical precision. Learn expert-level probe manipulation and master the fine-tuning of ultrasound imaging settings to achieve optimal clarity. With the Needle Trainer Ultrasound Machine, a vital component of this session, you’ll have the opportunity to visualize and virtually inject critical anatomical structures, allowing for realistic simulation, technique refinement, and enhanced accuracy. Strengthen your confidence in interpreting musculoskeletal findings and making evidence-based decisions that support exceptional patient care. This advanced training is your path to greater clinical impact and improved outcomes within your practice.

Clinical Biologic Preparation

Explore the latest innovations in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and progenitor stem cell therapy designed to elevate regenerative treatment outcomes. This program offers an in-depth understanding of the cellular and molecular science behind biologic formulations, including growth factor dynamics and extracellular matrix interactions. Learn how these therapies are applied in real-world clinical settings to accelerate healing and improve patient outcomes across musculoskeletal and soft tissue indications. Enhance your expertise with evidence-based insights and practical applications that bridge the gap between science and clinical success.

Expert-Led Demonstrations

Observe seasoned professionals as they demonstrate advanced ultrasound-guided injection techniques in real-time clinical scenarios. Participants then engage in immersive, hands-on sessions designed to build precision and confidence in procedural skills. Each session is tailored to individual experience levels, ensuring optimal skill development. Clinicians also receive personalized, in-depth feedback from expert instructors to refine technique and maximize clinical impact.

Anatomical Landmarks

Develop a deep understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy with focused attention on structures essential to successful injection techniques. This training sharpens your ability to precisely identify target tissues while minimizing the risk of complications. Emphasis is placed on anatomical landmarks and real-time ultrasound correlation to improve safety and efficacy. Elevate your clinical outcomes by integrating anatomical knowledge with advanced injection skills.

Precision Guidance

Elevate your procedural confidence by mastering precise needle placement and angle optimization under expert guidance. Refine your technique through hands-on training with real-time ultrasound visualization, enabling you to deliver more accurate and effective treatments. This focused instruction enhances both diagnostic clarity and therapeutic outcomes across a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Strengthen your clinical capabilities and bring elevated precision to every injection.

Collaborate with Peers

Engaging with peers through collaboration creates a dynamic platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and clinical best practices. This interactive setting enhances learning, fosters critical thinking, and supports continuous improvement in patient care. By building strong professional relationships, clinicians gain access to diverse perspectives and evolving techniques. Expanding your network in this way not only enriches your practice but also opens doors to future opportunities in research, education, and clinical innovation.

Bone Marrow Aspiration Workshop

Intensive workshop providing advanced, hands-on training using state-of-the-art materials to refine technique and enhance procedural proficiency

Integrating Theory and Practice

This advanced training begins with an expert-led lecture focused on the critical principles of bone marrow aspiration, emphasizing the identification of precise anatomical landmarks, optimal aspiration depth, and the selection of advanced needle technologies—key factors that directly impact procedural efficacy and clinical outcomes.

Following the didactic session, participants transition to a hands-on cadaver lab, where they apply learned concepts under the supervision of experienced clinicians. This practical component provides invaluable exposure to live-tissue analogs, allowing for the refinement of technique in a realistic anatomical context.

By combining in-depth theoretical instruction with guided procedural experience, this comprehensive workshop equips clinicians with the expertise needed to perform bone marrow aspiration with accuracy, consistency, and confidence.

Testimonials

Clinicians consistently express delight in the GCB training courses for exceptional instruction, practical clinical relevance, and the immediate improvements they bring to daily practice.

MALORI KHALIL, DPN, ARNP & TIFFANY NORTHINGTON, ARNP

John Cole, MD

Habeeb H. Habeeb MD

giovanni ramundo, md

pRIYA mAHARAJ, DO

Candace Walker, MD

Course Objectives

Current Concepts Institute

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Current Concepts Institute and Gulf Coast Biologics Training and Education Center. The Current Concepts Institute is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT The Current Concepts Institute designates this activity for a maximum of 13.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Creditsâ„¢. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Upon completion of the course, receive continuing education credits and a certificate of proficiency, acknowledging your expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound-guided injection techniques.

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