1. To describe the anatomy of the femoral neck and its relationships to neighbouring structures. 2. To identify the common clinical presentations associated with fractures of the femoral neck in different patient populations. 3. To differentiate between the different ways that treatment may vary depending on the fracture type, disposition and complexity. 4. To outline the aspects of operative management for femoral neck fractures, including approaches, fixation devices and techniques. 5. To discuss methods of pre-operative and post-operative monitoring for successful outcomes.