The Cairns Convention Centre will host the 24th Congress of the Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association (APOA) from April 9-12, 2025.
This four-day event is expected to draw over 1,500 delegates from across the globe, providing a platform for sharing expertise and the latest advancements in orthopaedics. This international conference will also bring A$6.6 million (US$4.3 million) in direct economic value to Cairns with additional tourism expenditure from pre- and post-touring.
The 2025 Congress will delve into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence, robotics, and augmented reality in healthcare.
The Congress will feature a diverse programme of symposia, lectures, and interactive sessions led by distinguished experts. Key topics will include foot and ankle, hand and upper limb, hip, infection, knee, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopaedic research, osteoporosis, paediatrics, spine, sports injury, trauma, and waves.
The Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association has over 65,000 members from 40+ countries, aims to foster education, research, and collaboration among orthopaedic surgeons in the region.
The successful bid to host the 2025 Congress was a collaborative effort between the Cairns Convention Centre, Business Events Cairns & Great Barrier Reef, and Cairns Regional Council.
