Partnerships Were Key to a Successful 2021

Daniel K. Guy, MD, FAAOS

When I was reminded that this article would be my last President’s Message, it was suggested that I recap my tenure and summarize AAOS’ most significant accomplishments or ponder the future of AAOS. Given the choice, I have decided to touch on both and focus on the importance of partnership within orthopaedics.

John M. Rhee, MD, the 2021 CSRS President, Emphasizes How Critical Education Is to the Society’s Mission

John M. Rhee, MD, FAAOS

The following article is an abbreviated version of the presidential address that John M. Rhee, MD, FAAOS, the 2021 president of the Cervical Spine Research Society (CSRS), delivered at the society’s 49th Annual Meeting on Dec. 3, 2021, in Atlanta.

One Surgeon’s Journey from Bystander to Ally to Advocate

George Damon Gantsoudes, MD, FAAOS

I cannot tell you what it takes, specifically, to be called an ally of women and underrepresented minorities (URM) in orthopaedic surgery. I can tell you, however, that the perception that one must fit into a rigid archetype to be considered one is untrue.