The AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego, March 10 to 14, is more than just a premier educational event in orthopaedics—it is an unforgettable experience that fulfills personal and professional needs while building meaningful connections among attendees.

Since 1933, the AAOS Annual Meeting has grown into a time-honored tradition that has driven orthopaedic innovation, evidence-based research, and global knowledge sharing for generations of orthopaedic surgeons and the field of orthopaedics at large.

The Annual Meeting Committee, chaired by Matthew T. Provencher, MD, CAPT MC USNR, MBA, FAAOS, is proud to build on this legacy by introducing innovations that enhance the meeting’s educational, networking, and technological aspects. From hands-on, in-person learning opportunities to personalized artificial intelligence-driven session recommendations, the meeting is evolving to meet the needs of today’s busy orthopaedic professionals.

Do not miss the chance to unite with the entire orthopaedic community to make lasting memories, elevate your career, and return with new knowledge to improve patient care. Here are the top four reasons not to miss “The Experience!”

1. Make connections, old and new

As the world’s largest gathering of orthopaedic surgeons, there is no better time to reconnect with peers, deepen existing relationships, and expand your network across the entire orthopaedic specialty spectrum. Networking opportunities include:

• Happy Hour in the Hall: Connect with peers in a casual setting on Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m., when you can attend exclusive in-booth presentations, explore innovations, and enjoy libations.
• OrthoPitch: Attend this exciting, Shark Tank-style evening event featuring innovative pitches, drinks, and lively conversation. Get there early because it will be standing-room only!
• Your Academy: Engage with AAOS leadership to learn the latest AAOS updates and hear from the Presidential Guest Speaker, Captain and U.S. Ambassador “Sully” Sullenberger.
• Resident programs: Join targeted sessions such as Peer-to-Peer Mentoring, Speed Mentoring, and the Resident Bowl to foster camaraderie and professional growth among residents.
• Medical student program: Gain valuable advice and helpful insights from orthopaedic experts on navigating medical school, residency and fellowship applications, and career development.
• Individual events: Visit with residency classmates at dinners and happy hours that have been privately organized outside of the conference.

2. High tech meets hands-on

The AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting is not your typical classroom. Here, knowledge is applied, honed, and perfected on the spot. Get ready to learn with real-world advice from some of the best orthopaedic experts, up-close views of novel techniques, and the latest evidence-based research.
Four reimagined, interactive learning styles are featured at the meeting, offering customization for a participant’s unique specialty or general orthopaedic education needs. The learning styles include lecture-based learning about the latest advancements, panel discussions to provide unique perspectives, self-directed learning to navigate at your own pace, and collaboration for shared expertise. Educational highlights include:

• 160+ Instructional Course Lectures, on topics such as integrating mental and social health in orthopaedic practice, managing fracture-related infections, and so much more!
• 30+ symposia covering topics such as the use of artificial intelligence in orthopaedic surgery or the regulatory process behind orthopaedic device manufacturing
• 60+ OrthoDome¨ presentations
• 15+ Industry Lunch and Learn sessions
• 20+ Innovation Theater sessions
• 15+ Engagement Theater presentations
• 12 poster tours
• 4 The Way I See It® sessions
• 300 Posters, 800 ePosters, and 60+ ePoster presentations

3. ‘Stay classy, San Diego’

The AAOS Annual Meeting returns to San Diego for the fifth time. The San Diego Convention Center is located just 3 miles from the airport, with all the critical elements of the Annual Meeting back under one roof, making it easier and quicker to make the most of the meeting’s offerings.
Consider adding a day or two outside the meeting to enjoy your time away. San Diego has it all, from sparkling beaches to laid-back neighborhoods. You can explore the cultural wonders of Balboa Park; take an epic coastal hike; or discover your new favorite restaurant, golf course, or beach.

4. Discover innovation at the exhibit hall

Step into the AAOS Exhibit Hall and expect to be wowed as innovation, networking, and education come together. With more than 600 companies on the exhibit floor, you will have the unique opportunity to explore the latest technological advancements, engage with industry leaders, and get your hands on cutting-edge products to enhance patient care and improve practice efficiency. With a revamped schedule, there are now 10 hours of unopposed exhibit time to explore, compare, connect, and fully immerse yourself in this one-of-a-kind experience.

The exhibit hall will also feature non-CME learning opportunities, such as Ask an Expert sessions, Innovation Theater presentations, and Industry Lunch and Learns. New this year, OrthoQuest adds an element of fun and friendly competition to the exhibit hall. Using the AAOS Annual Meeting mobile app, participate in a passport-style scavenger hunt to engage with first-time and newer exhibitors while fostering meaningful connections.

Registration for the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting is now open. Visit aaos.org/annual to register today, view the educational program, and secure your San Diego hotel.