Patients with shoulder arthritis have new options to avoid risks of total...
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)...
View ArticleAAOS 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...
View ArticleEnjoy 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.
View ArticleAAOS 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...
View ArticleAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons approves clinical practice guideline...
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...
View ArticleTrampoline 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...
View ArticleAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons announces its Musculoskeletal Tumor...
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...
View ArticleAAOS 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...
View Article2019 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...
View ArticleRead the full 2018 Annual Report
The Academy released the 2018 Annual Report, the first in more than 25 years. Read the Annual Report.
View ArticleRisk of Venous Thromboembolism After Shoulder Surgery
ROSEMONT, Illinois (April 24, 2019)—A new review article published in the April 15 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons examines risk factors, prevention and current...
View ArticleCycle safety this spring
ROSEMONT, Ill. (May 8, 2019)–May is national bike month and an opportunity to get outdoors and active. This low-impact resistance exercise is great for building muscles, strengthening bones, improving...
View ArticleProlonged Opioid Use After Orthopaedic Surgery Tied to Quantity Prescribed,...
A new research article published in the May 1 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons found that prolonged opioid use following surgery for traumatic musculoskeletal...
View ArticleAAOS Encouraged by Protecting People from Surprise Medical Bills Act
Washington, DC— American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) President Kristy L. Weber, MD, today issued the following statement in support of the concepts within a new proposal called the...
View ArticleAAOS Commends Passage of Health Disaster Response Bill
Washington, DC—The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) commends House passage of the Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2019 (PAHPAI, S.1379). The...
View ArticleSplash safely this summer
ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 5, 2019)–Swimming can be a low-impact, strength building exercise that doubles as fun entertainment under the hot summer sun.
View ArticleOrthopaedic Surgeons on Capitol Hill Advocate for High Quality, Affordable Care
Washington, DC—More than 300 orthopaedic surgeons from around the country are on Capitol Hill today meeting with congressional representatives as part of the 2019 American Association of Orthopaedic...
View ArticleOrthopaedic PAC Endorses AAOS Member Manny Sethi, MD, for U.S. Senate
Washington, DC—The Political Action Committee of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (the Orthopaedic PAC) today formally endorsed fellow member and Nashville orthopaedic trauma surgeon...
View ArticleAAOS Member Michael Suk, MD, Elected to AMA Board of Trustees
ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 12, 2019)—American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) member Michael Suk, MD, was elected this week to the American Medical Association (AMA) Board of Trustees. Dr. Suk has...
View ArticleAAOS Opposition Statement to Senate HELP Surprise Billing Proposal
Washington, D.C.— American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) President Kristy L. Weber, MD, released the following opposition statement to the surprise medical bill provisions of the recently...
View ArticleSafely Sparkle this Fourth of July
ROSEMONT, Ill. (June 27, 2019)–Red, white and blue, picnics and parades. Independence Day is celebrated in many festive ways, but fireworks seem to be one of the more popular traditions among Americans.
View ArticleAAOS Urges Against Benchmarks, in Support of Arbitration to Resolve Surprise...
Washington, D.C.—Ahead of tomorrow’s House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee markup of the “No Surprises Act,” the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) reiterated its strong...
View ArticleThe surgeon who treats your ankle fracture is more important than previously...
ROSEMONT, Ill. (August 15, 2019)—A wrong twist, rotation or roll could cause a broken ankle, also known as an ankle fracture, among people of all ages. One or more broken bones in an ankle joint can...
View ArticleLighten the load this school year
ROSEMONT, Ill. (August 19, 2019)–Parents, teachers and students across the country are in the back-to-school mindset focused on a successful year ahead.
View ArticleTrampoline Safety
ROSEMONT, Ill. (August 29, 2019)–Trampolines can be enjoyable entertainment for children and adults during the summer months. T
View ArticleLack of Benefits, Combined with Potential Harm Leads to Evidence Against...
ROSEMONT, Ill. (September 3, 2019)—With one internet search, a patient can find a host of information and marketing materials touting the purported benefits of laser surgery. Since 2011 “laser spine...
View ArticleProviders to Congress: Protect Patients from Surprise Bills Without...
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 6, 2019) — Some of the nation’s largest and most influential medical organizations have come together to urge key Congressional committees to be mindful of potential...
View ArticleThe American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the American Academy of...
ROSEMONT, Ill. (September 9, 2019)—The American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) today announced a new partnership, the American Spine...
View ArticleOrthopaedic PAC Endorses AAOS Member Al Gross, MD, for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 19, 2019)—The Political Action Committee of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (the Orthopaedic PAC) today formally endorsed fellow member and Alaskan...
View ArticleMinimize the Potential for Fall Sports Injury
ROSEMONT, Ill. (September 26, 2019)–With school back in full swing, fall sports have started up again. With proper form, these sports provide mental and physical benefits such as self-discipline and...
View ArticleOsteoporosis: A Painful Reality for Millions
ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 15, 2019) — Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease that is largely preventable, yet it affects approximately 54 million Americans. Despite the modifiable lifestyle...
View ArticleDon't let injuries be the scariest part of Halloween
ROSEMONT, Ill. (October 22, 2019)–Halloween is upon us! Pumpkin patches, haunted houses and trick-or-treating are fun and festive ways to celebrate this holiday, but the excitement of these activities...
View ArticleWinterize Your Home One Step at a Time
ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 4, 2019)–Can you feel the chill in the air? Winter will be here before you know it and now is the time to get your home ready.
View ArticleThe American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Partners with CareCredit...
COSTA MESA, Calif. – November 6, 2019 – The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the preeminent provider of education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied...
View ArticleAmerican Joint Replacement Registry Releases 2019 Annual Report
ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 8, 2019) — The American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR), the cornerstone of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Registry Program, released its 2019 Annual...
View ArticleAAOS on Concerning Changes in CMS 2020 Final Payment Rules
Washington, D.C.(November 9, 2019) — American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) President Kristy L. Weber, MD, FAAOS, issued the following statement in response to concerning changes that the...
View ArticleEarly Sports Specialization: Is It Worth It?
ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 15, 2019) — As sport specialization at the youth and high school levels becomes increasingly popular, parents, coaches and medical professionals are encouraged to understand...
View ArticleThe American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Makes Strategic Investment in...
Today the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) announced a strategic investment in the field of biologics. Over the next five years, the AAOS will prioritize research and development for a...
View ArticleThe Scoop to Avoiding Injury when Clearing Snow and Ice
ROSEMONT, Ill. (November 25, 2019)–While 2019 predictions call for warmer-than-average temperatures this winter for much of the United States[1], the risk of injury from snow and ice remains the same....
View ArticleAAOS Statement on Surprise Billing Proposal from House and Senate Committees
WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 11, 2019) — American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) President Kristy L. Weber, MD, FAAOS, issued the following statement in response to a new combined version of...
View ArticleAdvancements in 3D Printing Technology Bring Promise to Orthopaedic Care
ROSEMONT, Ill. (December 13, 2019) — It is no secret that technology is transforming the healthcare industry at rapid speed.
View ArticleAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons approves clinical practice...
The new materials are intended to offer guidance on diagnosis and management decisions for adult patients with severe extremity trauma.
View ArticleFundamental Surgery Achieves CME Accreditation from the American Academy of...
Rosemont, Ill. (December 18, 2019) – Today, Fundamental Surgery is announcing that its Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) simulation was reviewed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and...
View ArticleRecovering from a Broken Bone
ROSEMONT, Ill. (January 9, 2020) — As a parent, you want to protect your child from getting hurt; however, avoiding bumps, bruises and broken bones isn’t always possible.
View ArticleBraden C. Fleming, PhD, to be recognized by AAOS and OREF for research into...
Rosemont, Ill. (February 5, 2020) — Braden C. Fleming, PhD, will be presented the Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) Clinical Research Award at the upcoming 2020 Annual Meeting of the...
View ArticleCarl Deirmengian, MD, FAAOS, receives Kappa Delta Elizabeth Winston Lanier...
Rosemont, Ill. (February 5, 2020) — Carl Deirmengian, MD, will be presented with the Kappa Delta Elizabeth Winston Lanier Award at the upcoming 2020 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of...
View ArticleMarc Swiontkowski, MD, FAAOS, to be presented with Kappa Delta Ann Doner...
Rosemont, Ill. (February 5, 2020) — The 2020 Kappa Delta Ann Doner Vaughn Award will be presented to Marc Swiontkowski, MD, at this year’s upcoming Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic...
View ArticleKappa Delta Young Investigator Award to be presented to Alice Huang, PhD, for...
Rosemont, Ill. (February 5, 2020) — Alice Huang, PhD, is this year’s recipient of the Kappa Delta Young Investigator Award, which recognizes outstanding clinical research related to musculoskeletal...
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