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OrthoPAC Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary of Advocating for Patients and the Orthopaedic Profession

Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, FAAOS

This year, the Political Action Committee of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (OrthoPAC) celebrates 25 years of supporting AAOS’ advocacy efforts on behalf of orthopaedic surgeons and their patients.

Decoding Campaign Finances: Navigating the Complexities of Hard and Soft Dollars

Cassim M. Igram, MD, FAAOS

One frequently asked question received from AAOS members who want to donate to OrthoPAC is, “What is the difference between ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ dollars?”

Moving Forward: AAOS Board of Directors Approves New Strategic Plan

Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS

For the past year, the AAOS Board of Directors has been working diligently with input from many of our members to determine our next Strategic Plan.

Advance the Craft of Orthopaedics by Presenting at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego

The AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting will be held March 10 to 14, 2025, at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, and you are invited to join the Academy in planning ahead for another must-see educational experience.

Book Your AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting Hotel Early and Save

Make plans now to attend the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting.

Revisit AAOS 2024 Anytime OnDemand

The Academy offers the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting OnDemand so you can revisit sessions you attended or catch what you missed.

Physician-Led Orthopaedic Hospitals Score Higher on Quality Rankings

Rebecca Araujo

An analysis of the top 200 orthopaedic hospitals in the United States found that physician-led orthopaedic hospitals performed better than hospitals without physician leadership.

AAOS President Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, Says Putting Patients First Helps Field Progress

Leah Lawrence

AAOS President Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS, opened his 2024 presidential address at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, “It’s Not About Me,” by giving thanks to his family, friends, partners, residents, colleagues, mentors, and, most importantly, his patients.

Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, Highlights New AAOS Strategic Plan in Final Presidential Address

Leah Lawrence

One of the few constants in life and in healthcare is change, explained AAOS Past President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS. In his Presidential Address during the Your Academy event at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas,

Presidential Guest Speaker Talks Journalism, Physician Burnout, and AI

Cailin Conner

Sanjay Gupta, MD, was the 2024 Presidential Guest Speaker for the event, where he sat down for a “fireside chat” with outgoing AAOS President Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS.

The AAOS 2023 Annual Report Is Now Available

In 2023, AAOS continued supporting its members by providing resources, education, advocacy, and innovation to aid them in delivering the highest-quality musculoskeletal care for their patients.

In Memoriam 2024

The AAOS announces the passing of the following members in 2024:

Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, Named 92nd President of AAOS

AAOS announced Boston orthopaedic trauma surgeon Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS, as its new president for 2024–2025.

Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, Named First Vice President

North Carolina orthopaedic surgeon Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, FRCSC, DABOS, division chief for sports medicine at Duke University, was named first vice president of AAOS’ Board of Directors.

Wilford K. Gibson, MD, Named Second Vice President

Virginia surgeon Wilford K. Gibson, MD, FAAOS, will serve as second vice president of the AAOS Board of Directors.

Lori Shoaf Joins AAOS as Vice President of the Office of Government Relations

AAOS recently welcomed Lori Shoaf, JD, MA, as the new vice president for the Association’s Office of Government Relations, which promotes and advocates for the viewpoint of the orthopaedic community.

John T. Gill, MD, Elected to AAOS Board of Directors

Texas surgeon John T. Gill, MD, FAAOS, was elected as a member-at-large of the AAOS Board of Directors.

Sean Tabaie, MD, MS, MBA, Joins AAOS Board of Directors

Sean Tabaie, MD, MS, MBA, FAAOS, was elected to the AAOS Board of Directors, where he will serve as a member-at-large under age 45.

Joel L. Mayerson, MD, Named Chair of BOC

Ohio orthopaedic surgeon Joel L. Mayerson, MD, FAAOS, will serve as chair of the AAOS Board of Councilors.

Valerae O. Lewis, MD, Named Chair of AAOS Membership Council

Texas orthopaedic oncology surgeon Valerae O. Lewis, MD, FAAOS, was appointed chair of the AAOS Membership Council.

AAOS Bestows Its Highest Honor to Joshua J. Jacobs, MD

AAOS presented its 2024 William W. Tipton Jr, MD, Leadership Award to Joshua J. Jacobs, MD, FAAOS, for his years of service to the profession and to his community.

Duane R. Anderson, MD, Receives Humanitarian Award

AAOS presented its 2024 Humanitarian Award to Duane R. Anderson, MD, FAAOS, for his commitment to improving healthcare access for the underserved population in Ethiopia, as well as his dedication to training future orthopaedic surgeons.

Boris A. Zelle, MD, Wins Diversity Award for Far-Reaching Diversity and Inclusion Efforts

Boris A. Zelle, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, was presented with AAOS’ 2024 Diversity Award in recognition of his outstanding commitment to promoting diversity at the local, institutional, and national levels.

AAOS Now, March-April 2024