Presidential Address: Daniel K. Guy, MD, Emphasizes How AAOS Is Making a Difference

Leah Lawrence

Daniel K. Guy, MD, FAAOS, began his term as AAOS president in March 2021, during what he called a “pivotal moment in history.” At the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting in Chicago, he gave a presidential address at an Academy Annual Meeting for the second time in seven months, this time as outgoing president.

New AAOS President Felix H. ‘Buddy’ Savoie III, MD, Says Members Work Best When Working Together

Leah Lawrence

At the Your Academy event at the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting in Chicago, newly appointed AAOS President Felix H. (“Buddy”) Savoie III, MD, FAAOS, opened his presidential address by discussing the big picture of AAOS members’ common goal: patient care.

First Vice President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, Focuses on the Privilege of Service

Leah Lawrence

In his address to the Your Academy audience during the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting, First Vice President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS, said that the opportunity to serve AAOS in a variety of roles has been one of the greatest honors of his life.

Presidential Guest Speaker Calls for Curiosity, Candor, Empathy in American Discourse

Leah Lawrence

During Your Academy 2022, the premier event at the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting, Presidential Guest Speaker Jon Meacham encouraged attendees to have faith in American democracy.

Highlights from the AAOS Board of Directors Meeting

Donna J. Malert, CAE

On March 23, ahead of the AAOS 2022 Annual Meeting in Chicago, the AAOS Board of Directors (BoD) held its last official meeting for the 2021 BoD.

Diversity, Humanitarian, and Tipton Leadership Award Winners Take Center Stage at Your Academy Event

AAOS has announced the annual recipients of the Academy’s Diversity Award, Humanitarian Award, and William W. Tipton Jr, MD, Leadership Award.

AAOS Announces Winners of 2022 Kappa Delta and OREF Research Awards

The 2022 Kappa Delta Orthopaedic Research Awards and the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) Clinical Research Award recognize those who have performed orthopaedic research that is of high significance and impact.

In Memoriam: Charles A. Rockwood Jr, MD, Remembered as Renowned Orthopaedic Surgeon and Volunteer Leader

Rebecca Araujo

On Jan. 22, Charles A. Rockwood Jr, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, who previously served as AAOS president, passed away at age 92 years.

California Orthopaedic Association Leader Wins AAOS BOC Executive Director of the Year

Leah Lawrence

Diane Przepiorski, executive director of the California Orthopaedic Association, was the recipient of the 2021 AAOS Board of Councilors (BOC) Executive Director of the Year Award presented at the AAOS National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference (NOLC)/Fall Meeting.

New York Earns AAOS BOC State Society of the Year Award

Leah Lawrence

The New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons (NYSSOS) was the recipient of the 2021 AAOS Board of Councilors (BOC) State Society of the Year Award presented at the AAOS National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference (NOLC)/Fall Meeting.

Panacea Financial Joins the AAOS Member Advantage Program

AAOS’ mission is to serve the profession to provide the highest-quality musculoskeletal care, including providing access to relevant and high-quality products, programs, and services for members’ busy practices.