Meetings & Events

The AOA works to equip orthopaedic surgeons with knowledge and skills necessary to lead effectively in the ever-changing landscape of the healthcare environment.

AOA provides leadership and educational programs for orthopaedic surgeons in all phases of their careers, along with academic offerings and educational tools to support academic faculty.

The Association’s potential for leadership has never been as great or as valuable as it is today. We have the rare advantage of owing no special allegiance to constituents, special interest groups or industry…as a result the Association is aptly positioned to provide objective leadership…it is not enough to have excellence; we must use it.


James R. Urbaniak, MD 1995 AOA President