AAOS
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is an orthopedic organization. Founded at Northwestern University in 1933, as of 2015 AAOS had grown to include about 39,000 members. The group provides education and practice management services for orthopedic surgeons and allied health professionals. It also lobbies and works on public education. It describes itself as "the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists." It is a provider of musculoskeletal education to orthopaedic surgeons and others. Its continuing medical education activities include an annual meeting, multiple CME courses held around the country and at the Orthopaedic Learning Center, and various medical and scientific publications and electronic media materials.
Recent news mentioning AAOS
- — AAOS submits comment letter to CMS on Physician Fee Schedule
- — Heavy backpacks can strain growing bones and joints: AAOS shares back-to-school safety tips
- — AAOS Experts: Evidence Must Guide the Future of Orthobiologics
- — AAOS Member Insights Panel highlights surgeons' priorities for technology innovation and physician well-being