Patient Information

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery – http://www.abos.org – Serves the best interests of the public and of the medical profession by establishing educational standards for orthopaedic residents and by evaluating the initial and continuing qualifications and knowledge of orthopaedic surgeons

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons – http://www.aaos.org – National organization serving to provide education to orthopaedic surgeons and others through annual meetings, multiple CME courses, the Orthopaedic Learning Center, various medical / scientific publications and electronic media materials

AO North America – http://www.aona.org – Nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of patient care in orthopaedic surgery in patients with musculoskeletal injuries and their sequelae through education and research in the principles, practice, and results of treatment

Orthopaedic Trauma Association – http://www.ota.org – The authoritative source for the optimum treatment and prevention of traumatic musculoskeletal injury; serves to promote excellence in care for the injured patient, through provision of scientific forums and support of musculoskeletal research and education of orthopaedic surgeons and the public

AAOS Orthopaedic Connection – http://www.orthoinfo.org – The Academy’s patient education website with information on many orthopaedic conditions and treatments

American Orthopaedic Association – http://www.aoassn.org – Older and most distinguished orthopaedic association in the world, comprised only of members who have made a significant contribution to education, research, and the practice of orthopaedic surgery

North American Spine Society – http://www.spine.org – Multidisciplinary medical organization dedicated to fostering the highest quality, evidence-based, and ethical spine care by promoting education, research, and advocacy

American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society – http://www.aofas.org – Promotes quality, ethical, and cost effective patient care through education, research, and training of orthopaedic surgeons while creating public awareness for the prevention and treatment of foot and ankle disorder

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine – http://www.sportsmed.org – Word leader in sports medicine education, research, communication, and fellowship – organization of orthopaedic surgeons dedicated to sports medicine, including team physicians, orthopaedic surgeons treating weekend warriors, and researchers helping to prevent injury

American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons – http://www.aahks.org – Provides leadership in advocacy, education, and research to achieve excellence in hip and knee patient care – educational meetings address implant design, results, surgical techniques, and complications of joint replacement surgery

Florida Orthopaedic Society – http://www.fos-society.com – The premier organization that promotes the highest quality musculoskeletal health for the citizens of Florida