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  • Teruhisa Mihata, MD profile

    Teruhisa Mihata, MDJapan

Advisors
  • Hiroyuki Sugaya, MD profile
    Hiroyuki Sugaya, MDJapan
  • Teruhisa Mihata, MD profile
    Felix “Buddy” Savoie, MDUSA
Founding Board Members
  • Thay Q. Lee, PhD profile
    Thay Q. Lee, PhDUSA
  • Paul Roache, MD profile
    Paul Roache, MDUSA
  • Ana Catarina Angelo, MD profile
    Ana Catarina Angelo, MDPortugal
  • Clara Azevedo, MD profile
    Clara Azevedo, MDPortugal
  • Frank Alberta, MD profile
    Frank Alberta, MDUSA
  • Bancha Chernchujit, MD profile
    Bancha Chernchujit, MDThailand
  • In-Ho Jeon, MD profile
    In-Ho Jeon, MDSouth Korea
  • Erica Kholinne, MD profile
    Erica Kholinne, MDIndonesia
  • Benjamin Ma, MD profile
    Benjamin Ma, MDUSA
  • Pablo Narbona, MD profile
    Pablo Narbona, MDArgentina
  • Dinshaw Pardiwala, MD profile
    Dinshaw Pardiwala, MDIndia
  • Nobuyuki Yamamoto, MD profile
    Nobuyuki Yamamoto, MDJapan
  • John Kelly, MD profile
    John Kelly, MDDUSA
  • Patrick Yung, MD profile
    Patrick Yung, MDHong Kong
Our Mission

Dedicated to developing and training surgeons in the principals and practice of Fascia Lata Superior Capsule Reconstruction and its successful variants.

Our Vision

Create a global centralized resource group of surgeons and ancillary providers to share experience with FL SCR and beyond to determine best surgical practices and study further the science of Superior Capsule and its role in reconstruction and rotator cuff repair.

Develop training programs for surgeons and support further research.

Our Venue
MacArthur

29 E MacArthur St
Sonoma, CA 95476

Website: www.macarthurplace.com

We have reserved a block of rooms for ISCRA attendees

  • Booking Code: To be provided via email
  • Room Rate: $459
  • Standard Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Early Check-in: Please contact Iya or the hotel if you will be arriving early.

Deadline to book / confirm: January 15, 2026

Transportation Information

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sonoma (and vice versa)

  • Uber/Lyft: ~$130–$180 USD (one-way, cost varies by time of day)
  • Private Car Services: Options available upon request – contact Iya for recommendations
  • Rental Cars: Readily available at SFO
  • Group Shuttle Service: May be arranged based on interest – let us know if you'd like to join
Travel Companion

If you are traveling with a spouse, significant other, or companion, kindly let the Meeting Coordinator know. We are currently developing a program specifically for accompanying guests

Important Contacts
  • Meeting / Logistics Coordinator:

    Iya Agustin: [javascript protected email address] /

  • Emergency:

    Local Emergency Services (U.S.): 911

  • Services:

    MacArthur Place Front Desk:

Travel Information

Local transport options for your stay:

  • Uber/Lyft: Easily available for short rides within town and to nearby wineries/hospital
  • Hotel Shuttle: MacArthur Place may provide limited transport services to nearby sites – inquire at the front desk
  • Local Taxi Services: Sonoma Cab Company –
  • Bike Rentals: Available via MacArthur Place Concierge or nearby vendors
  • Car Rentals: Available through concierge if needed

Weather in Sonoma – February 2026

  • Average High: 61°F / 16°C; Average Low: 42°F / 5°C
  • Typical Conditions: Partly cloudy with light morning fog, occasional showers possible
  • What to Pack:
    • Layered outfits (light sweaters, a warm jacket)
    • Umbrella (provided by hotel) or raincoat (just in case)

International Traveler Tips

  • Currency: US Dollar (USD)
  • Power Supply: 110V – Plug types A/B (bring adapter if needed)
  • Mobile Service: US SIM card or international roaming suggested
  • Visa Info: Check travel.state.gov for entry requirements to the U.S.
  • Health Insurance: International visitors should carry travel/health coverage
Programme of Events
Friday, February 20th New SCR Surgeon Training in USA with Dr. Mihata
Classroom AM
Time
Topic
Presenter
9:00–9:15 AM
Introduction to Training
Paul B. Roache, MD
9:15–9:35 AM
Core Principles of SCR (FL)
Teruhisa Mihata, MD, PhD
9:35–10:00 AM
Review of SCR Manual
Paul B. Roache, MD
10:00–10:30 AM
Surgical Video #1 – Harvest
10:30–10:40 AM
Discussion – Video with Faculty
10:40–11:00 AM
Surgical Video #2 – Graft Prep
11:00–11:10 AM
Discussion – Video with Faculty
11:10–11:35 AM
Surgical Video #3 – Placement/Fixation
11:35–11:50 AM
Discussion – Video with Faculty
11:50–12:00 PM
Lab Instruction and Assignments
12:00–1:00 PM
Lunch
Surgical Lab PM
1:00–1:10 PM
Dress for Lab
1:10–2:00 PM
Graft Harvest and Graft Site Closure
2:00–3:00 PM
Graft Preparation
3:00–4:30 PM
Graft Placement and Fixation
Reception
6:30:00–9:00 PM
Cocktail Reception / Hotel Check-in
Saturday, February 21st - Academic Meeting
Morning Round Table Discussion of Core Topics / Shared Experience
Time
Topic
Presenter
7:00-7:45
Breakfast
7:45–7:50 AM
Welcome
Paul B. Roache, MD
7:50–8:05 AM
History of FL SCR Development and Indications
Teruhisa Mihata, PhD, MD
8:05–8:20 AM
Biomechanics of FL SCR
Thay Q. Lee, PhD
8:20–8:35 AM
Biology of FL SCR (and RC healing to graft)
Teru’s Team
8:35–8:45 AM
FL Harvest & Prep Techniques – Original
Teru’s Team
8:45–8:55 AM
FL Harvest & Prep Techniques – Portugal
Ana Catarina Angelo, MD
8:55–9:05 AM
FL Harvest & Prep Techniques – Korea
In-Ho Jeon, MD
9:05–9:15 AM
FL Harvest & Prep Techniques – USA
Paul B. Roache, MD
9:15–9:30 AM
Discussion: Harvest and Prep Techniques
General Members
9:30–9:40 AM
FL Placement & Fixation – Original (Shoulder Prep Included)
Teru’s Team
9:40–9:50 AM
FL Placement & Fixation – Portugal (Shoulder Prep Included)
Clara Azevedo, MD
9:50–10:00 AM
FL Placement & Fixation – USA
Paul B. Roache, MD
10:00–10:15 AM
Discussion: Graft Placement and Fixation
General Members
10:15–10:20 AM
Post-operative Care – Japan
Teru’s Team
10:20–10:25 AM
Post-operative Care – Portugal
Ana / Clara’s Team
10:25–10:30 AM
Post-operative Care – USA
Paul’s Team
10:30–10:40 AM
Discussion: Post-operative Care
General Members
10:40–10:55 AM
Coffee Break
10:55–11:05 AM
Rehabilitation (Principles & Differences – Japan, Portugal, USA)
Noman Naqvi, DPT
11:05–11:15 AM
Discussion: Rehabilitation
General Members
11:15–11:25 AM
MRI Imaging
David Stoller, MD
11:25–11:30 AM
AHD Predictor of Success
In-Ho Jeon, MD / Erica Kholinne, MD
11:30–11:40 AM
Clinical Outcomes – Japan
Teru’s Team
11:40–11:50 AM
Clinical Outcomes – Portugal
Clara / Ana’s Team
11:50–12:00 PM
Clinical Outcomes – Other (USA, Global Regions)
Afternoon Discussion of Regional Experience and Future Directions
Time
Topic
Presenter
12:00–1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00–1:10 PM
Regional Report – Argentina
Pablo Narbona, MD
1:10–1:20 PM
Regional Report – India
Dinshaw Pardiwala, MD
1:20–1:30 PM
Regional Report – Thailand
Bancha Chernchujit, MD
1:30–1:40 PM
Regional Report – South Korea
In-Ho Jeon, MD
1:40–1:50 PM
Regional Report – Hong Kong
Patrick Yung, MD
1:50–2:00 PM
UCSF Orthopedics Global Health Initiative
Ben Ma, MD
2:00–2:15 PM
FL Graft Developments – Suture Patch
Teruhisa Mihata, PhD, MD
2:15–2:30 PM
Graft Developments Future – Xenograft
Hiro Sugaya, MD
2:30–2:50 PM
Coffee Break
2:50–3:00 PM
SCR-R Indications
Teruhisa Mihata, PhD, MD
3:00–3:15 PM
Non-FL SCR Options for Failed ARCR
Buddy Savoie, MD
3:15–3:30 PM
Failed FL SCR Options – Case Review
Teruhisa Mihata and Board
3:30–3:40 PM
RSA to Revise Failed FL SCR
John Costouros, MD
3:40–4:00 PM
Case Presentations (Includes Abstracts)
Board Members / General Members
4:00–4:10 PM
Research Future Directions
Teruhisa Mihata, MD and Thay Q Lee, PhD
4:10–4:30 PM
FL SCR Advancement Discussion
General Members
4:30–4:50 PM
ISCRA Organization Status Report
Teruhisa Mihata PhD, MD, Paul B. Roache, MD
4:50–5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Teruhisa Mihata, PhD, MD
6:30–9:00 PM
Cocktails & Dinner
Sponsorship Opportunities

The International SCR Association (ISCRA) is a group of expert surgeons in Rotator Cuff Disorders from around the world, led by the world-renowned Teruhisa Mihata, PhD, MD. They all perform the Superior Capsule Reconstruction for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears using the technique pioneered by Dr. Mihata.

The Founding Board and advisors include surgeons from 9 countries. We have editors and reviewers for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, a past president of AAOS, AANA, and ASES, a future president of AANA, a president of the Japanese Orthopedic Society, a current chairman of an Orthopedic Department, and members of the Scientific Committees for ISAKOS and other societies. There are 200+ combined publications by the group on SCR and ARCR-related topics.

The ISCRA is dedicated to the study and advancement of the FL SCR, its successful variants, and the improvement of Rotator Cuff Surgery.

This is a global association that will be the foundation for creating regional centers of excellence around the globe for SCR Surgery and ARCR.

Sponsorship at this early stage provides a unique opportunity for companies to directly connect with global leaders in the SCR and ARCR surgical fields, to support the mission of studying and advancing FL SCR, its successful variants, and improving Rotator Cuff Surgery.

Industry and companies with products that can advance the mission are invited to financially support the success of the ISCRA.

The first of several planned meetings is now scheduled for February 20–21, 2026, in Sonoma, California. This is a closed meeting on location by invite only. There is also a virtual component that will stream the meeting agenda—live and on demand— through a dedicated meeting platform for invitees unable to make the trip. Onsite attendance will be 50 surgeons. Virtual attendance is expected to be 200 surgeons.

There are 2 sponsorship tracks available:

  1. Sponsors with substantial contributions to our endowment fund
  2. Sponsors with contributions for supporting our meeting and association.
Sponsorship Packages
Endowment Sponsors: $35,000
  • Permanent listing as endowment supporter
  • Automatic invitations and admittance to all future meetings and events
  • Ongoing recognition at all events and meetings
  • Digital recognition on meeting platform and website
  • Direct access all founding Board member
  • Branding priority opportunities in meeting program and handouts at meeting
DIAMOND LEVEL: Exclusive – Limited to 1 per event ($20,000)
  • Opportunity to host host a station of products at SCR Surgeon Training Lab (February 20, 2026)
  • Draped table at February 21, 2026 meeting room (1st choice)
  • 3 exhibitor badges for company representatives at the meeting
  • 3 invitations for the Welcome Reception
  • 3 invitations for Saturday Dinner event
  • Recognition at the Saturday Dinner event
  • Diamond Sponsor acknowledgment on meeting signage and welcome meeting slides
  • Admittance to scientific sessions as silent observer
  • Insert in meeting bag
  • Branding priority opportunities in meeting program and handouts at meeting
  • High Priority Digital badge on meeting digital platform
  • Recognition as Lunch Sponsor
  • Attendee list (name and address)
GOLD LEVEL: Limited to 2 per event ($15,000)
  • Opportunity to co-host a station of products at SCR Surgeon Training Lab (February 20,2026)
  • Draped table at February 21, 2026 meeting (2nd choice)
  • 2 exhibitor badges for company representatives at the meeting
  • 2 invitations for the Welcome Reception
  • 2 invitations for Saturday Dinner event
  • Gold Sponsor acknowledgment on meeting signage and welcome meeting slides
  • Admittance to scientific sessions as silent observer
  • Insert in meeting bag
  • Branding opportunities in meeting program and handouts at meeting
  • Priority Digital badge on meeting digital platform
  • Recognition as Breakfast Sponsor Attendee list (name and address)
SILVER LEVEL: Limited to 3 per event ($10,000)
  • Draped table at February 21, 2026 meeting (3rd choice)
  • 1 exhibitor badge for company representatives at the meeting
  • 1 invitation for the Welcome Reception
  • 1 invitation for Saturday Dinner event
  • Silver Sponsor acknowledgment on meeting signage and welcome meeting slides
  • Insert in meeting bag
  • Branding opportunities in meeting program and handouts at meeting
  • Digital badge on meeting digital platform
  • Recognition as Coffee Break sponsor Attendee list (name and address)