Academy Releases New Appropriate Use Criteria and Tool for Acute Compartment Syndrome

Terry Stanton

Following approval by the Board of Directors in September, the Academy has released appropriate use criteria (AUC) and a corresponding online tool for the Diagnosis and Management of Acute Compartment Syndrome.

New Checklist Offers Guidance on Securing AAOS Endorsement of a Clinical Practice Guideline

Barbara Krause

The goals and rationale of a clinical practice guideline or systematic review are to improve treatment based on current best evidence, optimize patient care through treatment decisions designed to improve the quality and efficiency of care, and identify areas for future research in which evidence is lacking.

AJRR Releases Sixth Annual Report

The American Joint Replacement Registry—the cornerstone of AAOS’ Registry Program—released its 2019 Annual Report on outcomes in hip and knee arthroplasty patients.

Academy Announces Strategic Investment in Biologics Research and Development

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons announced a strategic investment in the field of biologics. Over the next five years, the AAOS will prioritize research and development for a biologics-focused competency within the Academy’s existing business.

AAOS Clinical Practice Guidelines: The Importance of Using Evidence to Guide Clinical Treatment

Karl C. Roberts, MD, FAAOS

AAOS’ clinical practice guideline project has been ongoing since the release of “Diagnosis and Treatment of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture” and “Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures” in 2009.

It’s That Time: Register Now for the AAOS 2020 Annual Meeting

April Holmes; Terry Stanton

Make plans now to join your colleagues at the world’s premier orthopaedic event: the Academy’s Annual Meeting, taking place March 24–28, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. The meeting delivers five days of powerful education, innovation, and collaboration, and it’s all happening in Orlando, the world-class, warm-weather destination that has something for everyone.

AAOS Invests in the FAAOS Designation

Kerri Fitzgerald

The Academy is taking steps to increase the awareness, use, and value of the FAAOS (Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons) designation, which is granted to a domestic orthopaedic surgeon once his or her membership application has been reviewed and approved by the Membership and Leader Development Committee.

AAOE Survey Supplements OPUS with Financial Benchmarking Data

John Cherf, MD, MPH, MBA, FAAOS; Vicki Sprague, PhD

This is the fourth and final article in a series discussing the results from the 20th American Alliance of Orthopaedic Executives Benchmarking Survey for orthopaedic practices. This article examines orthopaedic financial data in the United States.

AAOS Makes It Easier to Find Answers

Do you have a question about your AAOS membership? Do you need help securing continuing medical education (CME)? Are you having trouble updating your online profile? AAOS has quick and easy options for finding answers.

AAOS Practice Management Resources Can Strengthen Your Business

The Academy offers meaningful resources to keep your practice operating efficiently and your career on the right track. Visit the AAOS Practice Management Center at aaos.org/pracman to access a wealth of information and support, including the following items.