MSK Japan 2027:
Destination Ultrasound Conference
Rusutsu Resort, Hokkaido, Japan
January 24th-28th, 2027
$850 AUD
Early Bird
The perfect destination sonography event.
Structured virtual lectures, curated to allow viewing at your convenience throughout the conference. Deep powder turns throughout the day, combined with après didactic ultrasound workshops in the afternoon. Gain quality CPD knowledge and network with your peers, while skiing or snowboarding in deep powder snow.
4-days of on-demand virtual lectures combined with afternoon live ultrasound workshops allow you to maximise your time on the slopes, soak in the many onsens and explore Rusutsu.
Whether a beginner or advanced ultrasound clinician, you will develop new knowledge and skills to enhance your clinical practice.
QUALITY EDUCATION, OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCES.
GUEST PRESENTERS
Dr. Lauren Rudolph
Dr. Rudolph, is a board-certified sports medicine physician in Boulder, Colorado. She serves as Adjunct Professor of Ultrasound and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Rocky Vista University and is the Medical Director of the Exercise Physiology Master’s Program at the University of Denver.
Dr. Rudolph completed medical school at Georgetown University, followed by residency training at the University of Utah and a Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Iowa. She has extensive experience caring for athletes at all levels, including annual travel coverage for the U.S. Freestyle Ski Team and previous service as the primary care team physician for the University of Northern Colorado.
At MSK Japan 2027, Dr. Rudolph will explore the Ultrasound Evaluation of Common Ski-Related Injuries, focusing on dynamic assessment of thumb ulnar collateral ligament injuries and sonographic evaluation of knee ligament pathology, including key ultrasound signs of ACL injury. She will highlight techniques that can improve diagnostic accuracy and support timely clinical decision-making in athletes.
Dr. Zenas Igbinoba
Dr. Igbinoba, is a board-certified Musculoskeletal Radiologist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. He completed his medical degree at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, followed by a radiology residency at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia and a fellowship in musculoskeletal imaging at HSS.
Dr. Igbinoba’s clinical expertise includes ultrasound evaluation of upper extremity peripheral nerves and image-guided musculoskeletal interventions. He is an active member of the Society of Skeletal Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America, with research interests focused on musculoskeletal imaging and peripheral nerve injury.
At MSK Japan 2027, Dr. Igbinoba will discuss Diagnostic Ultrasound of Upper Limb Sports Injuries. In this practical and image-rich session, Dr. Igbinoba explores ultrasound techniques for examining the shoulder and wrist with MRI correlation.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
The conference program is targeted to Radiologists, Sonographers and Sports Medicine Doctors with an interest in MSK ultrasound imaging. Other professionals that are welcome to attend, will gain significant insight into MSK imaging and include Radiographers, Pain and Rehabilitation Physicians and Physiotherapists.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
MSK Japan has been structured to strike the perfect balance between quality educational content, while still allowing time to explore all that Rusutsu Ski Resort has to offer, both on and off the mountain.
- Sunday evening welcome event allowing you to expand your professional network.
- 4-days of morning virtual lecture sessions providing high-end ultrasound educational content.
- 4-afternoon didactic live scanning workshops will guide you on where and how to look, what to find and how to make the correct diagnosis.
CPD POINTS
RANZCR and ASAR CPD points are available for participation in this conference (both interactive and virtual) with 16 hours of content equating to 16 CPD points.
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Early Bird Registration $850
(Ends 31st August)
Registration $990
Includes:
- Sunday evening networking session.
- 4 x morning sessions consisting of structured virtual lectures to view at your convenience.
- 4 x afternoon live scanning workshops.
- Virtual lecture and live scanning workshops totalling 16 hours of clinical content.
Additionally, you will receive access to the virtual lecture content both pre and post event.
Get your ticket today!
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THE VENUE
Rusutsu Resort
Rusutsu Ski Resort, Hokkaido, Japan
Set against the expansive slopes of Hokkaido’s premier powder playground, Rusutsu Resort Hotel & Convention offers a seamless blend of adventure and comfort for winter travellers. With direct ski-in/ski-out access across three interconnected mountains, guests can explore wide, uncrowded runs before retreating indoors to cosy alpine surroundings. Off the slopes, unwind in soothing hot springs, enjoy a vibrant après scene, or take in the charm of its snow-covered village setting. Every moment at Rusutsu delivers a refined yet relaxed alpine escape.
Ski Japan
Official Accommodation & Travel Partner
SkiJapan.com has over 25 years of experience arranging ski holidays in Japan and is the official accommodation partner for MSK Japan 2027.
Delegates wishing to access the official MSK Japan 2027 room allocations and special conference accommodation rates at Rusutsu Resort should contact Ski Japan directly. As the exclusive accommodation partner for the event, Ski Japan managess the conference room block and is no accepting bookings for conference delegates.
In addition to accommodation, Ski Japan can also assist with flights, airport transfers, lift passes, equipment rental and travel insurance, providing a convenient one-stop travel service for your trip to Japan.
Their Australian-based group specialists and Hokkaido-based guest services team will ensure a seamless experience from planning through to your stay.
With strong demand expected for accommodation during the conference period, delegates are encouraged to book early to secure their preferred room type and access special conference rates.
For conference accommodation bookings, special delegate rates, and all travel-related enquiries, please contact:
groups@skijapan.com
TESTIMONIALS
"Highly recommend anything by the MSK Australia team. Always learn something new to take home and try to replicate. Live scanning sessions are excellent."
“Excellent content, concise scanning explanations and tips and a friendly social atmosphere. All presenters were extremely approachable and knowledgeable.”
PROGRAM
Sunday 24th January
Registration and Networking
4:30pm-6:30pm: Registration and Welcome Drinks
Monday 25th January
Wrist, hand and knee
7:00AM - 9:00AM
Virtual lecture content
- Ultrasound assessment of the wrist - Radial
- Ultrasound assessment of the wrist - Ulnar
- Finger flexor and extensor apparatus and joint capsular injuries
- Stener lesion assessment
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Rusutsu Resort, Convention Hall No. 18
- Slope-Side Scanning: MSK Ultrasound for High-Yield Ski Injuries. Dr Lauren Rudolph, Well & Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado.
- Wrist, Hand and Knee Live Scanning with Q&A
Tuesday 26th January
Shoulder
7:00AM - 9:00AM
Virtual lecture content
- Shoulder - Cuff anatomy, biomechanics and structure. Tendon tears, classification and injury patterns
- Shoulder - Differential diagnosis and joint pathology
- Coracoid - Anatomy and pathology relating to the coracoid
- Pectoralis Major - Insertional anatomy and tear assessment
- Shoulder ultrasound for POCUS clinicians - A simple beginners guide to shoulder ultrasound
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Rusutsu Resort, Convention Hall No. 18
- From Weekend Warrior to Pro: Diagnostic Ultrasound of Upper Limb Sports Injuries - Dr Zenas Igbinoba, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York.
- Shoulder and Upper Arm Live Scanning with Q&A
Wednesday 27th January
Calf, achilles and ankle
7:00AM - 9:00AM
Virtual lecture content
- Triceps surae injuries and grading
- Achilles assessment - from ruptures to overload
- Inversion injuries and midfoot assessment
- Acquired pes planus
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Rusutsu Resort, Convention Hall No. 18
- Calf, Ankle and Foot Live Scanning with Q&A
Thursday 28th January
Brachial plexus and upper limb nerves
7:00AM - 9:00AM
Virtual lecture content
- Brachial plexus and sonographically relevant nerves about the neck
- Ulnar nerve ultrasound assessment
- Median nerve and branches ultrasound assessment
- Radial nerve and branches ultrasound assessment
4:00PM - 6:00PM
Rusutsu Resort, Convention Hall No. 18
- Brachial Plexus and Upper Limb Nerves Live Scanning with Q&A
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