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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
About American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Founded at Northwestern University as a not-for-profit organization in 1933, the AAOS has grown into the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists. The Academy serves over 39,000 members internationally. Members of the AAOS, are orthopaedists concerned with the diagnosis, care, and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. The orthopaedist's scope of practice includes disorders of the body's bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Fellows have completed four years of medical school and at least five years of an approved residency in orthopaedics. In addition, they must pass an oral and written examination, be certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and submit to stringent membership review processes prior to admittance. Mission: Serving the orthopaedic profession to provide the highest quality musculoskeletal care. Vision: The trusted leaders in advancing musculoskeletal health. Core Values: -Leading to serve -Shaping our future -Excellence together To learn more about AAOS or its strategic plan, visit https://www.aaos.org/strategicplan
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Signals from American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
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People
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is offering applications for Crew Chiefs for Cohort 3 of the AAOS Launchpad, a 20-month program for early-career surgeons guiding PGY5 residents through residency to fellowship and early practice.
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American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Director Stuart Fischer MD discussed patient education and patient-reported outcome measures in delivering high-quality, value-based orthopaedic care.
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People
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Program Manager Renee Keats led efforts shaping how orthopaedic quality is measured and upheld nationwide.
Reported by Renee Keats, MPH, PMP, LSSYB
Research & Knowledge
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) members sent over 4,800 letters to CMS and Congress highlighting concerns about Medicare payment policy changes and the importance of protecting independent practice, care delivery, and patient access.
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People
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) featured Roban Shabbir as a Medical Student Member of the Month.
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Presence & Recognition
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is hosting the 2027 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas from March 3 to 6, 2027, with registration opening November 2.
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Research & Knowledge
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) continues to push back against proposed CY2027 Medicare payment policies that could have significant implications for independent orthopaedic practices and patient access to musculoskeletal care.
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Presence & Recognition
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) hosted a Career Podcast episode featuring host Ellen Lutnick, MD, and Max Courtney, MD, FAAOS, discussing avoiding lifestyle creep as a resident.
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