AAOS Orthopaedic Surgeon Census
The AAOS Orthopaedic Surgeon Census is conducted biennially to collect demographic and orthopaedic practice-related information. AAOS uses these data to develop accurate, up-to-date statistics on orthopaedic practice and practice management issues in order to accurately represent members in advocacy, funding, and reimbursement efforts.
The AAOS is committed to maintaining the confidence and trust of its members and accordingly maintains a strict privacy policy to protect the personal information collected.
Orthopaedic Practice in the U.S. 2008
A comprehensive look at the workforce and practice characteristics of orthopaedists in the United States, based on responses to the 2008 Orthopaedic Surgeon Census.

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Guidelines and Technology Overviews
Evidence Based Medicine (EBM)
Surveys
Facts and Figures
Library
Unified Agenda
Awards & Opportunities
Research Council & Committees
- Council on Research, Quality Assessment, and Technology
- Biological Implants
- Biomedical Engineering
- Evidence Based Practice
- Guidelines and Technology Oversight
- Occupational Health and Workers' Compensation
- Patient Safety
- Research Development
- U.S. Bone and Joint Decade
Regulatory Activities
Quality Initiatives

