Here are three notes:
1. The work group will develop a set of national guidelines and performance measures to be used in the treatment of ACL tears, and will examine opportunities for quality improvement.
2. Dr. Battaglia, an orthopedic surgeon practicing at Syracuse (N.Y.) Orthopedic Specialists, focuses on sports injuries of all types.
3. Dr. Battaglia will serve on the group as the representative of the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
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