October 08, 2025 • Written by Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates

Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates Hosts CME Event

For Immediate Release: Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates Hosts CME Dinner Focused on Strengthening Primary Care and Orthopaedic Collaboration

Salisbury, MD — The providers at Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates (POA) recently hosted a Continuing Medical Education (CME) Dinner titled “Keeping Patients Moving: Enhancing Orthopaedic Outcomes Through Primary Care Collaboration.” The event convened more than 100 healthcare professionals—including physicians, advanced practice providers, physical and occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and nurses—from across the Delmarva region to advance interdisciplinary learning and patient care. The program highlighted the critical role of collaboration between primary care and orthopaedics in improving outcomes, streamlining care, and enhancing patient experiences.

• Dr. Adrignolo- From Papyrus to Epic: The Evolution and Application of the Modern EHR
• Amanda Moore, PA-C - Right Care, Right Time: Conservative Ortho Interventions Before Specialist Referral
• Trevor Abbott, PA-C - Back Pain: What Every PCP Should Know
• Dr. Jason Scopp- Biologic Treatment of Athletic Injuries
• Dr. Michal Klek- Innovation and Advancements in Total Joint Replacement
• Dr. Scott Gelman- Trauma on the Shore: Advancing Care with Specialized Orthopaedic Expertise

“Our goal is to foster stronger partnerships between primary care and orthopaedics to ensure patients receive timely, coordinated, and high-quality care,” said Pasquale Petrera, President and Orthopaedic Surgeon for POA. “By bringing together diverse healthcare professionals, we can better address the full spectrum of musculoskeletal needs in our communities." POA remains committed to advancing clinical education, promoting collaboration, and driving innovation in musculoskeletal care.

About Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates

Peninsula Orthopaedic Associates (POA) is a multi-specialty orthopaedic practice with offices in Ocean Pines and Salisbury, Maryland and Lewes, Milford, Millsboro and Seaford, Delaware. POA provides a broad spectrum of advanced orthopaedic treatments and diagnostic services including, foot and ankle, hand and elbow, hip and knee, shoulder, spine, sports medicine, joint replacement, joint preservation, and orthopaedic trauma care. POA is also affiliated with the AAAHC accredited POA Surgery Center offering MAKO SmartRobotics for Total Joint Replacement and POA Physical Therapy located in Salisbury, and Ocean Pines Maryland. Learn more at peninsulaortho.com.