Virtual Journal Club

The Virtual Journal Club reviews noteworthy articles on pertinent topics of research. 

Open to all ACFAS members, each 60-minute session is hosted and presented by research experts from fellowship programs with ACFAS status. Register for an upcoming session or access archived sessions at your convenience. The Virtual Journal Club is brought to you by the ACFAS Research Committee.  

Mark your calendar for upcoming Virtual Journal Club sessions!


Thursday, May 15, 2025 | 7:00 pm CT | Register
Join Washington Orthopaedic Center Advanced Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship and Fellowship Director Michael Dujela, DPM, FACFAS for Lisfranc Open Reduction Internal Fixation vs Primary Arthrodesis. Presenter Joseph Brown, DPM and Moderators Nicole K. Cates, DPM, FACFAS and Jessica Knight, DPM, FACFAS will discuss Studies directly comparing Lisfranc injuries treated with primary arthrodesis or open reduction and internal fixation show no significant difference in return to sport and complications: A systematic review and meta-analysis and Primary Arthrodesis or Open Reduction and Internal Fixation for Lisfranc Injuries: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials


Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 7:00 pm CT
Host:  Orthopaedic Institute Brielle Orthopedics Foot and Ankle Fellowship 
Fellowship Director:  Shane M. Hollawell, DPM, FACFAS  


The ACFAS Virtual Journal Club is generously supported by PICA.