April 08, 2019

Read the full 2018 Annual Report

The Academy released the 2018 Annual Report, the first in more than 25 years. Read the Annual Report. (more)

March 14, 2019

AAOS unveils new strategic direction focused on member experience, quality orthopaedic care and a more strategic, innovative and diverse culture

March 10, 2019

2019 Annual Meeting Media Program now available!

The world’s largest meeting of orthopaedic surgeons, researchers, and allied health professionals will meet March 12–16 at the Venetian/Sands Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Visit aaos-annualmeeting-presskit.org.

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March 08, 2019

AAOS Orthopaedic PAC Wins National Award Following Record-Breaking Year

Washington, DC—The Political Action Committee of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (the Orthopaedic PAC) was recently named the 2019 Outstanding Association PAC by the Public Affairs Council.  (more)

February 06, 2019

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons announces its Musculoskeletal Tumor (MsT) Registry Pilot

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)—in collaboration with the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS)—announced the launch of a Musculoskeletal Tumor (MsT) Registry feasibility pilot to begin capturing data on orthopaedic oncology, bone tumor procedures in a structured and scalable way.  (more)

January 22, 2019

Trampoline parks may cause more severe trauma than at home trampoline use

ROSEMONT, Ill. (January 22, 2019)—According to new research published in the January 1, 2019 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, trampoline parks and jump parks have been linked to a higher percentage of total fractures among pediatric and adult patients, including lower extremity fractures, fractures in adults, open fractures and surgical fractures when compared with home trampolines. (more)

January 17, 2019

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons approves clinical practice guideline for management of acute compartment syndrome

ROSEMONT, Ill. (January 17, 2019)—The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) released a new Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) to help physicians develop their own evidence-based approach to diagnosing and treating adult patients with traumatic injuries at risk for acute compartment syndrome (ACS). (more)

January 15, 2019

AAOS Praises Introduction of Hospital Competition Act

Washington, DC—The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) praises Rep. Jim Banks (R-IN) for introducing the Hospital Competition Act of 2019, which aims to combat the rising cost of health care and addresses several AAOS priorities. (more)

December 13, 2018

Enjoy the icy slopes and sidestep injuries

ROSEMONT, Ill. (December 13, 2018)– Skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and tobogganing are a few fun activities to help keep you active during the cold and snowy season.  (more)

December 06, 2018

AAOS Encouraged by Administration’s Plan to Promote Healthcare Competition

Washington, DC—American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) President David A. Halsey, MD, released the following statement after the Administration issued a report outlining policies to increase choice and competition in health care: (more)

November 16, 2018

Patients with shoulder arthritis have new options to avoid risks of total shoulder replacement

ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 15, 2018)— A new review article published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) finds arthroscopic (joint replacement or reconstruction) management could be a promising option for young, active patients diagnosed with GHOA. (more)

November 12, 2018

AAOS on Potentially Misvalued Codes in 2019 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule

AAOS President David A. Halsey, MD, issued the following statement in response to CMS identifying potentially misvalued current procedural terminology (CPT) codes. (more)

November 08, 2018

Don’t let injuries ruin your holidays: Avoid suitcase strain

ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 8, 2018)–The holidays are right around the corner, which often means an influx of travelers and lots of heavy luggage. (more)

November 02, 2018

American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) Releases 2018 Annual Report

Data shows continuity of hip and arthroplasty trends, and the value of more complete information for early survival analysis of primary arthroplasty (more)

October 24, 2018

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons announces the launch of its Shoulder and Elbow Registry

ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 24, 2018)—The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) announced the launch of its Shoulder and Elbow Registry (SER) to begin collecting data on total shoulder and elbow procedures in the United States. At launch, the SER will collect total shoulder arthroplasty procedures data. In 2019, the registry also will have the capability to capture rotator cuff repair and total elbow arthroplasty procedures data. (more)

October 24, 2018

AAOS Statement on Opioid Legislation Becoming Law

Washington, DC—AAOS President David A. Halsey, MD, released the following statement after the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (H.R. 6) was signed into law by the president.  (more)

October 16, 2018

Avoid spooky injuries this Halloween

ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 16, 2018)–Halloween is quickly approaching. (more)

October 03, 2018

AAOS Celebrates Passage of the Sports Medicine Licensure Clarity Act

Washington, DC—On October 3, the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) celebrated the Senate passage of the Sports Medicine Licensure Clarity Act as part of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (H.R.302).  (more)

September 26, 2018

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and The Joint Commission collaborate to help further standardize care and quality improvement in hip and knee replacement surgeries

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) has announced collaboration with The Joint Commission to incorporate AAOS clinical expertise into standards development and performance measurement requirements for Total Hip and Knee Replacement (THKR) Certification.  (more)

September 25, 2018

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons endorses the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society’s appropriate use criteria that informs doctors’ monitoring of bone and soft tissue sarcoma survivors