No time like NOW to get your #SAE credits done for the year! The #AAOS #selfassessment collection has something for everyone - special interest #exams across #orthopedic topics (10 SAE Credits each), #OITE for practitioners (20 SAE Credits) and the #OKU Self-Assessment Exam (20 SAE Credits). Take a break and explore today: https://bit.ly/3ybWw7U #LearnwithAAOS
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Non-profit Organizations
Rosemont, IL 55,926 followers
About us
AAOS provides education and practice management services for orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals, serves as an advocate for improved patient care and informs the public about the science of orthopaedics. Founded at Northwestern University as a not-for-profit organization in 1933, the Academy has grown into the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists. The Academy serves over 39,000 members internationally. Members of the Academy, called fellows, are orthopaedists concerned with the diagnosis, care, and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. The orthopaedist's scope of practice includes disorders of the body's bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Fellows have completed four years of medical school and at least five years of an approved residency in orthopaedics. In addition, they must pass an oral and written examination, be certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and submit to stringent membership review processes prior to admittance. Mission: Serving our profession to provide the highest quality musculoskeletal care. Vision: Keeping the world in motion through the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. Core Values: •Excellence: Develop, encourage and reward the highest standards in all of our endeavors •Professionalism: Account for the highest professional, clinical and ethical standards to our peers, our patients and the public with integrity and transparency •Leadership: Champion the development and advancement of future leaders, through example, education and experience in our organization, our practices and the world •Collegiality: Embrace diversity and unity with our patients, our profession and our stakeholders •Lifelong Learning: Commit to professional education by advancing the science and art of orthopaedic medicine for the needs of our patients •Accountability: Maintain an efficient, nimble and fiscally accountable organization
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http://www.aaos.org
External link for American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Rosemont, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- continuing medical education, advocacy, research, association management, Quality, Publishing, and registries
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Primary
9400 W. Higgins Rd
Suite 500
Rosemont, IL 60018, US
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317 Massachusetts Ave NE
1st Floor
Washington, DC 20002, US
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9400 W Higgins Rd
Rosemont, IL 60018, US
Employees at American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Updates
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Sarcoma accounts for 1% of adult cancers diagnosed in the U.S. Take a look at this WGAL8 segment to see how Dr. Weiss is raising awareness of this rare #cancer. https://bit.ly/4dgAVK8 #SarcomaAwareness #CureSarcoma #SarcomaAwarenessMonth #MsTR #OrthopedicOncology #GoYellow #MembersInTheNews
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AAOS Annual Meeting. We Make Orthopaedics Better. 🎥 Discover OrthoDome at #AAOS2025, where orthopaedics feels perfect and powerful. https://bit.ly/4djcA6m
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Have you met our Resident Member of the Month, Kate Harrison, MD? Dr. Harrison is a PGY5 Orthopaedic Surgery Resident at the Atlanta Medical Center. AAOS has helped her by providing multiple helpful study resources to prepare for standardized exams and focused learning in each subspecialty in orthopaedics. Also, she published a JAAOS article last year! Dr. Harrison has a strong background in philanthropic fundraising for cancer patients and plans to integrate that into her career in orthopaedic oncology. Learn more about Dr. Harrison: https://bit.ly/4c2SKeX
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If you treat workplace injuries, evaluate medical liability cases or perform IMEs, the AAOS Workers’ Compensation and Musculoskeletal Injuries Course is for you. Explore the current legal, administrative, ethical, and insurance issues in your cases and how to address them during this virtual training. View course details and secure your spot! https://bit.ly/3zTqj5P
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Last week, members of #TeamAAOS brought the competitive spirit of the Olympics all the way from Paris to Rosemont during the AAOS Summer Olympic Games. Each team tried to go for the gold in events like relay races, passing the torch, slalom skiing, rhythmic gymnastics, and more! After the closing ceremony, everyone celebrated with a favorite French treat, crepes! Events such as this one are a great opportunity to connect with coworkers, build team spirit, and reinforce the goal of AAOS and its’ members: to keep bones and joints healthy and active. Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to all the medalists! To learn more about AAOS and view current open positions, visit our Careers Page: www.aaos.org/about/careers #BestandBrightest #JobAlert #AAOSSummerOlympics #LoveWhereYouWork
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Don't sweat mandatory pre-op data collection for THA/TKA! The AAOS PROMs Vendor Program is here to support you for seamless data implementation and compliance. ☑️ Explore a library of trusted technology vendors offering solutions specifically designed to streamline pre-op THA/TKA data capture https://bit.ly/3LBSf0p #AAOS #Orthopaedics #HealthcareInnovation #PatientOutcomes #DataCompliance #PROMsMatters #THA #TKA
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Check out the latest videos associated with articles from #JAAOS the Journal of the AAOS featured on #OVT. Stay updated with cutting-edge research and insights in the field. Don't miss out! https://lnkd.in/gYgHqFqE #education #orthopedics
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Rent with Avis Budget Group and save big this summer. Budget is an AAOS Member Advantage Program participant and AAOS members can save up to 35% off. Pay now and snag a free upgrade! 🚗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3W6NSiQ