1st MAS REVERSE SHOULDER ARTHROPLASTY CADAVERIC WORKSHOP (23 June 2025)

Kuala Lumpur, June 23, 2025 – The Malaysian Arthroscopy Society (MAS) proudly launched its first Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty (RSA) Cadaveric Workshop, a landmark event that marks the beginning of an annual series dedicated to advancing orthopaedic surgical skills in Malaysia and the region. Held at the Simulation and Skill Training Centre (SSTC), Hospital Kuala Lumpur, the workshop was meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience, blending expert lectures with intensive hands-on cadaveric training. The event saw an excellent turnout of nine dedicated participants, comprising six surgeons from Malaysia, two from Indonesia, and one from Maldives, underscoring the regional demand for high-quality surgical education in RSA. The day commenced with a series of concise and high-yield lectures delivered by a renowned faculty. The sessions covered various topics of RSA, from fundamental principles to managing complex cases. Dato Dr Shahrulazua bin Ahmad, the Organising Chairman, officially opened the workshop, setting an inspiring tone for the day. The lecture series featured invaluable talks from experts including Dr Johan bin Abdul Kahar on indications, Dr Mohd Nizlan bin Mohd Nasir on surgical exposure, and Dr Raymond Yeak Dieu Kiat on humeral component techniques. Assoc Prof Dato’ Dr Badrul Akmal Hisham bin Md Yusoff provided critical insights into glenoid preparation and implantation, while Dr Ng Wuey Min shared essential pearls for avoiding complications. Dr Charanjeet Singh delivered a powerful double session on managing complicated fractures and the nuances of revising failed RSA procedures. Following the lectures, the learning transitioned seamlessly into the practical arena. To ensure participants were perfectly prepared, Dr Mohd Nizlan first conducted a live demonstration on a cadaver and provided an invaluable visual walkthrough of the surgical approach and techniques before the participants began their hands-on session. After the demonstration, the participants broke into their small groups for the extended hands-on cadaveric lab. This session was structured to maximize learning: participants were divided into groups of three per station, each with a dedicated table instructor. This low participant-to-faculty ratio ensured that every surgeon received personalized, step-by-step guidance and immediate feedback as they meticulously worked through the surgical steps themselves. Photos showing the small group format to allow for intimate and focused teaching, enhancing the practical learning experience under expert supervision. The workshop concluded with closing remarks and a certificate presentation ceremony, celebrating the participants' commitment to enhancing their surgical expertise. The overwhelming positive feedback from both local and international attendees has firmly established this workshop as a premier educational event in the regional orthopaedic calendar. Participants particularly praised the progression from lecture to live demo to hands-on practice as an immensely effective and beneficial format for surgical development. The success of this inaugural workshop would not have been possible without the invaluable support of our industry partners. MAS extends its sincere gratitude to Arah Tenang Sdn Bhd and Icon Medic Sdn Bhd for their commitment to advancing medical education and their crucial role in facilitating this hands-on learning experience. A special appreciation goes to the esteemed faculty and to my organising committee members which included Dr Siti Hawa as the Co-chair, Dr Muhammad Hafiz and all the other local committee members from HKL, for their tireless efforts in making this inaugural event a tremendous success. This workshop has set a high standard, and I look forward to continuing the MAS mission to educate, train, and inspire the next generation of shoulder surgeons.