The AOA presents two annual Awards to renowned orthopaedic surgeon leaders for special recognition. These are presented at the AOA Annual Leadership Meeting.
Distinguished Clinician Educator Award
The AOA Distinguished Clinician Educator (DCE) Award recognizes an AOA member as an exceptional orthopaedic clinician educator. The award emphasizes the critical role that clinician educators play within academic health centers, where state-of-the-art educational programs demand faculty time devoted to training medical students, graduate students, residents and other health professionals. View the DCE Hall of Fame.
Distinguished Contributions to Orthopaedics Award
The AOA Distinguished Contributions to Orthopaedics (DCO) Award recognizes an AOA member’s personal achievement and broad contribution to the orthopaedic specialty by confronting issues or challenges in the profession. The award emphasizes leadership, impact on patient care, and clinical or basic science research. View the DCO Hall of Fame.
Nominate a 2022 Award Winner
Nominations are now open for the 2022 DCE and DCO Awards.
Nomination Deadline: Friday, January 14, 2022