Subacromial Balloon Arthroplasty for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tear

Thomas Fleeter, MD, MBA, FAAOS

Editor’s note: The following article is a review of a video available via the AAOS Orthopaedic Video Theater. AAOS Now will routinely review “OVT plus” videos, which are vetted by topic experts and offer CME. For more information, visit www.aaos.org/OVT.

Managing Surgeon Stress from Poor Outcomes Is Critical

Peter D. Pardubsky, MD, FAAOS, FASSH

Editor’s note: The following letter is in response to the October 2021 AAOS Now Editor’s Message, “It’s Time for Physicians to Talk about Our Mental Health” by Deputy Editor Julie Balch Samora, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAOS, FAOA.

The Final Cut: Outgoing AAOS Now Editorial Board Member Reflects on Three-year Term

Lisa K. Cannada, MD, FAAOS, FAOA

“Volunteer for a magazine as an orthopaedic surgeon?”.

Continued Professional Development: Experienced Physician Discusses How Practicing Surgeons Can Learn New Techniques

Lisa K. Cannada, MD, FAAOS, FAOA

For orthopaedic surgeons who have been out of training for 15 or 20 years, it is incredible to think of how one’s subspecialty has advanced.

ABOS and AAOS: Partners since the 1930s

Gregory A. Mencio, MD, FAAOS

It is generally acknowledged that the history of orthopaedic surgery in America began with the formation of the American Orthopaedic Association (AOA) in the late 1800s.

Surgeons Successfully Manage Their Own Medical Conditions

Julie Balch Samora, MD, PhD, MPH, FAAOS, FAOA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law designed to enable individuals with disabilities to participate fully in all aspects of society as well as to prevent discrimination.

Surgeons Discuss Bullying, Harassment, Racism, and Discrimination from Patients and Colleagues

Janice Bonsu, MD, MPH; Arianna Gianakos, DO; Valerae Lewis, MD, FAAOS; William Levine, MD, FAAOS

On Oct. 12, 2021, the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society (RJOS) hosted a panel discussion titled “Combating Microaggressions, Bullying, Harassment, and Discrimination in Orthopaedics,” cosponsored with the International Orthopaedic Diversity Alliance, MENDTM, Physician Just Equity, #SpeakUpOrtho, SurgeonMasters, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society, Black Women Orthopaedic Surgeons, J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society, and Women in Orthopaedics Worldwide.

Bridging the Confidence Gap: Imposter Syndrome and Perfectionism in Surgical Training

Catphuong “Cathy” L. Vu, MD, MPH

In light of the ongoing efforts to increase diversity and representation in orthopaedic surgery, there is a push to understand the factors that can affect the training experience of men and women in this field.

Mount Sinai Orthopedic Residency Journal Club Incorporates AAOS OVT Technique Videos

Jaehon Kim, MD, FAAOS, FACS; KEVIN C. WANG, MD

The COVID-19 pandemic presented a challenge for orthopedic residency education.

Committee on Evidence-based Quality and Value Helps Members Thrive in Value-based Environments

Stuart J. Fischer, MD, FAAOS; Karl C. Roberts, MD, FAAOS

The Committee on Evidence-based Quality and Value (EBQV) was established to enable the development of quality programs that reflect AAOS’ commitment to evidence-based medicine.

Infographics Improve Readability of AAOS Clinical Practice Guidelines

Barbara Krause

Infographics have long existed within the scientific community as a way to quickly and clearly convey complex information.

360-Degree Perspective: Improving Hospital Orientation with Interactive Virtual Tour

Kevin Feltz, MD

A member of the Sioux Falls faculty (Nathan Skelley, MD) developed a virtual tour of the Sanford Health medical campus to provide a better onboarding experience for the Sanford Health orthopaedic residents.

Jon Meacham to Headline Your Academy at the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting

Stuart J. Fischer, MD, FAAOS

Jon Meacham, noted historian, writer, and commentator, will be the Presidential Guest Speaker at the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting, taking place March 22–26 in Chicago.

Reaching New Heights in Chicago

The AAOS Annual Meeting is back and better than ever. This March, AAOS is excited to return the Annual Meeting to its traditional place on the calendar for what is sure to be the must-attend orthopaedic event of the year.