ABOS Orthopaedic Surgery Part II study plan

Rank the top 25 trauma topics by ABOS test frequency and allocate study slots to each

Outline a decision algorithm for periprosthetic femur fractures around THA and TKA from classification through fixation vs revision

List weight-bearing and return-to-activity milestones for operatively treated tibial plateau, pilon, and acetabular fractures

Draft a one-page comparison of fixation constructs for displaced femoral neck fractures in patients over 65

Complete 40 trauma-focused multiple-choice questions and log every missed concept

Recite the compartments, boundaries, and danger zones of the leg, forearm, and thigh for compartment syndrome

Sequence the workup and treatment of open fractures by Gustilo-Anderson grade

Compare surgical approaches to the distal femur and proximal tibia by structure at risk

Explain failure modes and revision strategies for periprosthetic joint infection workup

Score at least 70% on a 40-question mixed trauma and adult reconstruction set

Build a table of bearing surfaces, fixation methods, and indications for primary THA and TKA

Summarize the AAOS workup algorithm for the painful total joint and list serologic and synovial thresholds

Describe indications, contraindications, and complication profiles for lumbar fusion, decompression, and disc arthroplasty

Differentiate cauda equina, conus medullaris, and root-level syndromes by exam findings

Complete 40 adult reconstruction and spine questions and identify two weak subtopics

Map cervical and lumbar radiculopathy patterns to nerve root, dermatome, and motor deficit

Outline the trauma clearance algorithm for the spine and criteria for surgical versus nonoperative management of burst fractures

Compare ACL, meniscus, and cartilage procedures by indication, technique, and rehabilitation timeline

List return-to-sport criteria for the five most common sports procedures

Sit a 50-question timed mixed block covering adult reconstruction, spine, and sports

Diagram the flexor and extensor tendon zones of the hand and the repair and rehabilitation protocol for each

Explain the workup and treatment ladder for carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, and de Quervain disease

Describe vascular and nerve repair principles, including timing, graft options, and reimplantation criteria

Outline the ankle fracture classification and syndesmotic injury management algorithm

Compare hallux valgus, flatfoot, and Achilles tendinopathy procedures by indication and complication

Outline the evaluation and treatment of rotator cuff tears, shoulder instability, and proximal humerus fractures

Summarize elbow instability and distal humerus fracture management and the approach to the stiff elbow

Describe the pediatric fracture management principles and physeal injury classification

Compare developmental dysplasia of the hip, Legg-Calve-Perthes, and slipped capital femoral epiphysis by presentation and treatment

List scoliosis and foot deformity management criteria in children

State the workup, staging, and biopsy principles for suspected bone and soft tissue sarcoma

Differentiate benign bone lesions by age, location, and radiographic pattern

Recite the biomechanics, bone healing biology, and biomaterials principles most tested in basic science

Explain the classification and treatment of metastatic bone disease and impending pathologic fracture

Complete 40 oncology and basic science questions and log every miss

Review informed consent, documentation, and professionalism scenarios and the ethical framework for each

Re-test the three weakest domains identified at week 4 and confirm improvement

Complete two full-length timed 100-question mixed exams and record domain-level accuracy

Consolidate all error logs into a single high-yield review sheet

Rehearse a rapid-fire review of the top 50 high-frequency facts across all domains