“High Five” to The Aircast Foundation
A Playmaker Grant winner outlines progress made with award funds from the 2021 contest at the AOSSM Annual Meeting.
2023 Annual Meeting Highlights
A recap of the education and celebration in our nation’s capital.
Modifications to ABOS MOC Program
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery introduces changes to the Maintenance of Certification program to remain meaningful and valuable to ABOS Diplomates, while also ensuring patient populations are still protected.
Impact the Future on GivingTuesday
Be part of a global movement—and the future of sports medicine. Your contribution to AOSSM supports research, Fellow education and mission-driven programs.
Research Update
New partnerships, workshops and webinars and more!
Society News Roundup
In this Society News Roundup, we honor the legacy of Merv Cross, offer a sneak peek into the Surgical Skills Masters Course, and share the latest updates from AOSSM journals, including an upcoming webinar and a special VJSM edition.
LI: Leading with Inspiration
AOSSM President, Mark D. Miller, MD, expands on his initial president's message last fall as he introduced "LI". In this edition, Dr. Miller discusses reflect on what he has found inspirational this past presidential year.
Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy Continues to Evolve
TTO is a versatile treatment for patellofemoral issues, including instability, malalignment, and cartilage problems. It offers positive outcomes, with adaptable transfer methods to address different conditions. TTO is often combined with other procedures based on patient anatomy and underlying issues. Careful assessment is vital for choosing appropriate treatments. Advancements include improved guides, CT imaging, 3D modeling, and personalized instruments for complex cases.
Fueling the Future of Sports Medicine
AOSSM is Fueling the Future during the inaugural Spring Fundraising Drive. Kick-off was May 12—the day the Society was founded in 1972. Every gift through July 31, 2023, will count toward our $40,000 goal to support programs such as the Fellows Course, the Surgical Skills Assessment Program, Young Investigator Research Awards, Osteoarthritis Research, and other research grants.
STOP is a Valuable Tool for Local Community and Coaches
The STOP Sports Injuries campaign, developed by AOSSM, offers education and resources to promote safe play, prevent overuse injuries, and manage sports-related injuries in young athletes through various means such as community education, safe training practices, and injury reporting protocols.
Research Update
The inaugural Bruce Reider, MD, Scholarship recipient was announced at the 2023 AOSSM Annual Meeting. Dr. Clayton Del Prince from UCLA Orthopaedic Sports Medicine received the first award, reflecting his enthusiasm for scholarly publishing, while the AOSSM Masters Competition continues to honor innovators impacting patient care, with this year's event on July 13, 2023.
Education Update
AOSSM's eLearning platform offers convenient on-demand education, featuring diverse CME content and a personalized study resources. Learn more about the AOSSM/AAOS Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Review Course and the 2023 Self-Assessment Examination.