Enhance your surgical technique knowledge to improve and expand exceptional patient care with a vast array of resources across practice specialties, available and accessible online in multiple formats to meet your learning needs and maintain skill growth.
Fuel your passion for excellence as an International Orthopaedic Surgeon Member.
International applications are now open from November 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025.
How to Apply
Advance Your Orthopaedic Surgical Knowledge and Apply Today.
If interested in becoming an International Member, the first step is to get prescreened. Follow the steps under Eligibility Requirements to learn more.
Already approved? Click the button below and make sure to select “International Orthopaedic Surgeon Member” in the application system.
Eligibility Requirements for International Surgeon Membership
Pre-screen requirements: To comply with its legal obligations, AAOS will check the names of interested applicants against the United States Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) Sanctions List. Individuals listed on the OFAC Sanctions List are not eligible for membership. Additionally, individuals from countries against which OFAC has issued comprehensive sanctions (including Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea Region of Ukraine) are not eligible for membership. The completion of this form is required in order to be considered for AAOS Membership. Fill out the prescreen form here.
Once approved, you must meet the following eligibility criteria to complete you’re your application:
- Practice orthopaedic surgery outside of the United States and Canada
- Be a member in good standing in one of the national orthopaedic organizations of the country in which you practice or, where no national orthopaedic organizations exist, can provide proof of orthopaedic licensure, as substantiated by the hospital or healthcare institution in which you practice
- Devote your medical practice to orthopaedic surgery or be actively engaged in the teaching of orthopaedic surgery or research related to the musculoskeletal system
- Maintain a full, unrestricted, and unlimited license to practice medicine (or its equivalent) in the country in which you practice
- Comply with the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and policy statements as adopted by the AAOS Fellowship and Board of Directors
Application Quick Facts
Recruitment Period
November 1, 2024 through July 31, 2025
Membership Dues
2025 Dues for International Surgeon Membership are $568
Notification Date
Applications are reviewed weekly during the application period
What You Need To Know When Applying for International Surgeon Membership
Before you apply for International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership, you need to be pre-screened and approved. In order to apply for International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership, you will be asked to log in or create an account with AAOS. Your AAOS Membership runs on the calendar year, January 1 to December 31.
International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership dues for the 2025 membership year are due at the time of application. Your Membership is continuous and will be billed automatically each year in October for the upcoming membership year.
Realize Your Potential With International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership
Surgical Techniques and Procedures
Our resources provide detailed, step-by-step guides and video tutorials that enable you to learn and master advanced techniques, ensuring you can deliver the highest quality care to your patients, even in resource-constrained environments.
Techniques Journals
Techniques Journals provide you with practical, step-by-step guides and detailed insights into advanced procedures, helping you stay informed and continuously improve your surgical skills, no matter where you practice.
AAOS Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting offers you the opportunity to attend specialized sessions, including a Spanish language track, participate in hands-on workshops, and network with peers from around the world, helping you enhance your skills, share knowledge, and bring new insights back to your practice.
JAAOS® Collection
The JAAOS Collection, including JAAOS Global, provides you with the latest research and clinical insights from around the world, helping you apply cutting-edge knowledge to your practice and advance the standard of care in your home country.
Orthopaedic Video Theater (OVT)
The Orthopaedic Video Theater (OVT) offers on-demand, high-quality peer-reviewed video tutorials that allow you to learn and master advanced surgical procedures at your convenience, helping you improve your skills and patient outcomes.
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research (CORR®)
CORR® provides access to respected, peer-reviewed research that offers insights into complex cases, innovative treatments, and new discoveries, helping you stay at the cutting edge of orthopaedic science.
What Is Your International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership Worth?
International Orthopaedic Surgeon Membership offers incredible value. Membership will provide you with a range of exclusive products, programs, services, and discounts that will help improve patient care and support the success of your practice.
Do You Have Questions or Need Assistance?
Please contact our Customer and Member Services Team or call 1-847-823-7186.