Outgoing President Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, Emphasizes the Power of Gratitude

Outgoing AAOS President Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS, wrapped up his term leading AAOS by expressing his gratitude.

Ambassador ‘Sully’ Sullenberger Shares Lessons in Leadership and Resilience

OrthoPAC Luncheon Dishes Advocacy Updates and Jokes

Study Identifies Specific Barriers to Osteoarthritis Care for Hispanic and Black Patients

VISIE's Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking Takes Top Honors at OrthoPitch Technology Competition

Revisit AAOS 2025 with Annual Meeting OnDemand

Orthopaedic Surgeons Play a Role in Addressing Burnout and Attrition in Single-Sport Youth Athletes

Single-sport youth athletes have long been known to be at increased risk for overuse injuries, but recent data from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggest they are also at higher risk for burnout and sports attrition.

Post COVID-19: Is Orthopaedic Telemedicine Here to Stay?

OVT Video Details Superior Pubic Ramus Screw Fixation in Revision Hip Arthroplasty with Acetabular Bone Loss

OVT Video Explains Technique for Applying Anteromedial Ankle Hematoma Block

An Aviation Lesson for Surgeons: Why Structured Debriefing Is One Key to Mastery in Orthopaedic Surgery

Study Compares Outcomes, Complications with Plating versus Intramedullary Nailing for Proximal Tibial Fractures

Kevin Monahan, MD, an orthopaedic trauma fellow at Ohio Health Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio, presented findings from a meta-analysis on proximal tibial fractures, comparing locked lateral plating to intramedullary nailing.

Rising Incidence of Distal Femur Fractures in Older Patients Is Associated with Increased Costs of Care

Volumetric Depression Can Predict Risk of Subsidence in Patients with Tibial Plateau Fractures

Study Examines Accuracy and Variability of Skeletal Maturity Measurement Systems

Study Investigates Long-Term Pulmonary Function Improvement after Surgery for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Study Identifies Specific Barriers to Osteoarthritis Care for Hispanic and Black Patients

Early diagnosis and treatment for osteoarthritis (OA) can improve symptoms, slow disease progression, and delay the need for joint replacement.

President’s Symposium on Infections Will Address the Root of the Problem and Preventative Strategies

Town Hall to Explore AI in Orthopaedic Surgery

Navigating Registry Data at the Annual Meeting

Lower-Limb Alignment after High Tibial Osteotomy Linked to Residual Proinflammatory Gene Expression

OrthoPAC Luncheon Dishes Advocacy Updates and Jokes

Will Flanary, MD, an ophthalmologist and social media personality more commonly known as “Dr. Glaucomflecken,” made his return to the Political Action Committee of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (OrthoPAC) Donor Appreciation Luncheon.

OrthoPAC Luncheon Dishes Advocacy Updates and Jokes

OrthoPAC Returns to AAOS Annual Meeting to Highlight New Efforts, Connect with Advocates

OrthoPAC Returns to AAOS Annual Meeting to Highlight New Efforts, Connect with Advocates

Relieving Administrative Burden: How Surgeons, Washington, and Industry Partners Are Working to Reform Prior Authorization

Responsible AI that Makes YOU Better

That's what real, powerful artificial intelligence (AI) should do. It should free up providers' time to provide direct patient care.

Streamline Your Coding at AAOS 2025 with Code-X

Essential Practice Management Course for Residents and Fellows-in-Training Happening Tuesday

What Orthopaedic Surgeons Should Know about the Legal Aspects of Telemedicine

A Phased Approach Ensures Successful Onboarding of Orthopaedic Surgeons to a New Practice

Present at AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting in New Orleans

The AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting will take place March 2 to 6, 2026 at the Morial Convention Center, and AAOS would love for you to be part of it.

Secure Your Spot: Book Your Hotel for AAOS 2026 in New Orleans

VISIE's Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking Takes Top Honors at OrthoPitch Technology Competition

Revisit AAOS 2025 with Annual Meeting OnDemand

The Circuitous Path from Concept to Product: Experts Share Insights for Surgeon Entrepreneurs

Exciting Orthobiologic Products Must Be Viewed through Regulatory and Guideline Lens

Jason L. Dragoo, MD, FAAOS, chair of the AAOS Devices, Biologics, and Technology Committee and vice chair of academic affairs at the University of Colorado, moderated the symposium titled “Optimizing the Care of Your Patients Using Biologics.”

Call for Applications: Arnold I. Caplan Award for Distinguished Research in Orthobiologics

Vigilante: Prior Authorization Pushes Too Far

At the writing of this column, the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson looms large in the news.

A Lesson from Henrik Ibsen

Lifelong Learning and Lessons

From PPE to Saline: How Do We Fix the Healthcare Supply Chain?

Standardization Is Innovation

Annunziato Amendola, MD, Named President of AAOS

AAOS announced Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, as its new president. Dr. Amendola, professor of orthopaedic surgery and chief of sports medicine at Duke University, assumed the role following the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting.

AAOS Names New Vice Presidents, Treasurer, and Public Board Member

Meet the New Chairs of the AAOS Board of Councilors, Board of Specialty Societies

President Annunziato Amendola, MD, Focuses on ‘Moving Forward’

Outgoing President Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, Emphasizes the Power of Gratitude

Residents, Resident Delegates, and Program Directors: Do Not Miss the Resident Assembly Education Forum

The AAOS Resident Assembly Education Forum will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday in Room 15A.

Steeped with Tradition, the Annual Resident Bowl Is the Ultimate Orthopaedic Showdown

Must-Attend Resident Programs Feature Diverse Subject Matter, from Fellowships to Artificial Intelligence

ROCK Solid Improvements: Learn about the Latest Enhancements to ROCK

Join Tuesday’s Resident Peer-to-Peer Mentoring Program

AAOS Announces 2025 IDEA Grant Recipients to Encourage Diversity and Inclusion in Orthopaedics

AAOS announced 30 recipients of the 2025 AAOS Inspiring Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) Grant Program®, which aims to reduce existing disparities in orthopaedics and foster visible and measurable change in the field.

IDEA Grant in Action: SOMOS Scholarship Program Expands Access to Unparalleled Education

Trailblazing Female Orthopaedic Department Chairs Offer Wisdom for Next Generation of Women in Leadership

Egypt Honored as Guest Nation at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting

AAOS will welcome Egypt as the Guest Nation at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, March 10-14, with the Egyptian Orthopaedic Association (EOA) representing the country.

Egypt Honored as Guest Nation at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting

Mehmet Demirhan, MD, Discusses Orthopaedic Education in Turkey and the Importance of International Collaboration

Douglas W. Lundy, MD, MBA, Shares Highlights, Key Lessons from Recent Orthopaedic Mission Trip to Angola

Duane R. Anderson, MD, Receives AAOS Humanitarian Award for Transformative Healthcare Efforts in Ethiopia