Share Your Knowledge at the AAOS 2018 Annual Meeting

The AAOS Central Program Committee is issuing a call for abstracts on a wide variety of orthopaedic-related topics. AAOS members, residents, and all orthopaedic professionals are invited to submit abstracts for the AAOS 2018 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, to be held March 6-10. Nowhere else will your discoveries reach such a wide-ranging orthopaedic audience.

Congratulations to the 2017 Poster Award Winners

This year, 575 posters were displayed at the Annual Meeting. The best poster in each of 11 categories was chosen prior to the Annual Meeting by the relevant program subcommittee. Poster P261 was recognized as the best poster overall. Poster No. P001—The Role of Toll-like Receptor 4 in the Cobalt-mediated Immune Response in Endothelial Cells. Authors: Sami A. Anjum; David J. Deehan, FRCS; James P. Holland, FRCS; John Kirby; Helen Lawrence; and Alison Tyson-Capper.

William J. Maloney, MD, Takes the Helm

Terry Stanton

In delivering his address as incoming president during the 2017 AAOS Annual Meeting, spoke to the AAOS membership about the challenges the Academy and the profession must address as orthopaedic surgeons navigate what he called today's “disruptive times in health care.”

New AAOS PSAs Tackle Opioid Misuse, Childhood Obesity

Sheryl Cash

During the AAOS Annual Meeting, the Academy unveiled its two new 2017 public service announcement (PSA) campaigns on prescription safety and the dangers of opioid misuse, and the vital role families play in combatting childhood obesity by promoting exercise and bone health in children. The PSAs were distributed to more than 5,000 media, including television and radio stations, print publications, and outdoor billboard/sign companies.

Watch Annual Meeting Symposia on Demand

From anywhere in the world—and at any time—you can benefit from the outstanding educational presentations given at the AAOS 2017 Annual Meeting. These symposia bring you today's hottest topics, presented by surgeons who are shaping the future of the orthopaedic specialty. A listing of the symposia that are available as webcasts follows. They are available for free, on demand streaming through April 30 at www.aaos.

Making Healthcare Advocacy a Priority

William J. Maloney, MD

William J. Maloney, MD 2017 will no doubt be a major year for healthcare reform. President Donald J. Trump and Republicans in Congress have pledged that it will be a top priority, while legislators have crafted a framework for the potential replacement of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

William J. Robb III, MD, Honored With Tipton Award

Terry Stanton

who for three decades has made exemplary professional contributions to the advancement of orthopaedic surgery, was recognized during the AAOS Annual Meeting as the 2017 recipient of the William W. Tipton Jr, MD, Leadership Award. William J. Robb III, MD, receives the 2017 William W. Tipton Jr, MD, Leadership Award from outgoing AAOS President Gerald R. Williams Jr, MD. Dr. Robb's practice is focused on reconstructive knee surgery at the Illinois Bone & Joint Institute.

A Pioneer for Diversity

Peter Pollack

“I am sure that my path to becoming an orthopaedic surgeon, and subsequently that of hundreds of current young orthopaedists, residents, and medical students, would not have been paved if it were not for Dr. Grant,” wrote Bonnie Simpson Mason, MD, in support of the nomination of Richard E. Grant, MD, for the 2017 AAOS Diversity Award. Dr. Grant was presented with the award at the AAOS Annual Meeting. Richard E.

David A. Spiegel, MD, Receives Humanitarian Award

Maureen Leahy

The Humanitarian Award is presented each year to a member of the Academy who has distinguished himself or herself through outstanding musculoskeletal-related humanitarian activities in the United States or abroad. This year's recipient is of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, in recognition of his dedication to improving the lives of people with orthopaedic conditions, particularly children, in underdeveloped regions. Dr.

Orthopaedics in India: Q&A with Dr. Ram Prabhoo

Amanda Decker

Dr. Ram Prabhoo, president of the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), recently shared his insights about the practice of orthopaedics in India. According to Dr. Prabhoo, although Indian orthopaedists face challenges in providing musculoskeletal care to their country's large population, they also have more access than ever before to high-quality musculoskeletal education, including AAOS programs conducted in India.

“A Gifted Leader”: AAOS CEO Karen L. Hackett Retires

Terry Stanton

A few weeks before her retirement, Karen L. Hackett, FACHE, CAE, had but one request for how AAOS Now would describe her nearly 14-year tenure as chief executive officer (CEO) of the AAOS: “Focus on the leadership of the Academy—the volunteers and the staff,” she entreated. “Anything 'I have done' has been accomplished with them.” One of the milestones of Ms. Hackett's tenure as CEO was the groundbreaking for the new AAOS headquarters in 2013.

Health Care to Be “Most Dynamic Growth Industry Ever”

Peter Pollack

Why is demand for health care considered a crisis, but demand for anything else … considered a great opportunity?” asked publisher Steve Forbes, speaking at the Your Academy 2017 meeting at the AAOS Annual Meeting. “People want more apps; a lot of writers would be glad to help you out,” he noted. “People want more cars; Detroit [would be] glad to come to your assistance. So what's with health care? Why is demand [in that industry] seen as, 'Oh my God, what do we do now?

It's Time to Update Your Disclosures

It's time for AAOS members to review and update their disclosure information. The AAOS Mandatory Disclosure Policy requires the disclosure program to be updated at least semiannually (April and October).

In Memoriam

Feb. 1, 2017 Petoskey, Mich. Jorge O. Galante, MD Feb. 9, 2017 Clinton, Wis. James E. Holmblad, MD Feb. 5, 2017 Schenectady, N.Y. J. Lee Leonard, MD Feb. 14, 2017 LaFayette, La. O'Neill L. Pollingue Jr, MD Aug. 12, 2015 Metairie, La.

Meet Your New Board Members and Council Chair

Five orthopaedic surgeons and one lay member took their places on the AAOS Board of Directors during the 2017 Annual Meeting in San Diego, and an orthopaedist was also appointed to serve as a council chair. They were introduced to the fellowship at that time; here's your opportunity to meet them. Kristy L. Weber, MD Second Vice-President The first female member of the AAOS Presidential Line, Kristy L.

Are Your Patients Visiting Reliable Websites for Information?

Alan S. Hilibrand, MD

A new study, presented at the AAOS 2017 Annual Meeting, confirmed what many orthopaedic surgeons already know: Most of their patients use the Internet to research symptoms, conditions, and procedures, and that the information they are accessing may not be reliable.

“Communities in Motion” Event Combines Fitness and Fun

Clockwise from top right: AAOS President Gerald R. Williams, MD, welcomes everyone to the Communities in Motion event. Lisa Cannada, MD, leads a group in a 200-meter run as part of the cardio/aerobic activity of the day. Children perform lunges while wearing resistance bands as part of an activity at the lower body station. At the core strengthening station, Afshin Razi, MD, at center, works with Stephanie Swensen, MD, and incoming AAOS First Vice-President David A.