Become an Allied Member – Orthopaedic Team

All applications are reviewed and approved first by the Membership Committee Council and then by the AAOS Board of Directors each September. Applicants are approved and accepted as an election class each year in October. 

The full application process can take 10 to 12 months, so we encourage you to apply early. 

It will take approximately 60 minutes to complete your application. You can also save your progress and finish at a later time.

Applications not completed within 30 days of the start of the application will be deleted.

Before you begin your application, have the following information and documents gathered:

• Sponsor names (sponsors must be Active AAOS Fellow Members)
• Certification and practice information
• Medical education, residency, and fellowship information
• Hospital and teaching affiliation(s)
• License(s) and practice history
• Medical society memberships
• Curriculum vitae (PDF to upload)

JAAOS eCollection

Keeping up with the latest advancements in orthopaedics is important for your role on the care team. The JAAOS eCollection offers accessible, peer-reviewed articles that provide you with the latest knowledge and insights, helping you support your patients and colleagues with up-to-date information.

Orthopaedic Video Theater (OVT)

As a vital member of the orthopaedic team, visual learning tools like OVT help you stay informed about the surgical procedures being performed. OVT offers on-demand video tutorials that allow you to review and understand advanced techniques, ensuring you are well-prepared to support your team and patients.  

Self-Assessment Tools and CME

Learn at your own convenience and track skills learned with free access to hundreds of new learning options, including surgical techniques, self-assessments, OnDemand webinars, and more, making sure you meet your CME and education needs each year. 

Patient Toolkits & Orthoinfo

Improve clinical decision-making, patient discussions, and patient safety by providing education and resources like the Pain Alleviation Toolkit, Surgical Risk Reduction Toolkit, Clinical Checklists and more, free with your AAOS Membership with additional resources and printable patient handouts on Orthoinfo.org.

Annual Meeting

The AAOS Annual Meeting offers specialized sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to expand your knowledge, connect with colleagues, and improve your contributions to patient care.

Techniques Journals

Find complete reports on new and established surgical techniques along with the latest research with four journals to choose from, Techniques in Orthopaedics, Techniques in Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, and Techniques in Foot and Ankle Surgery, and back issues of Techniques in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery (2000-2020).