American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

AAOS Board Takes Professional Compliance Actions

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Intraoperative Risk Factors

The goal of giving antibiotics prior to incision is to allow enough time for the antibiotic to diffuse into the tissues and to develop optimal concentrations of antibiotics in the body. The CDC has ...
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The Forward Resuscitative Surgical Team Impacts Orthopaedic Surgery on the Battlefield

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CPG Aids in Shared Decision-making for Achilles Rupture

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Sports Medicine Education Resources

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Study investigates knee arthroplasty complications in patients with GLP-1-mediated weight loss

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Osteoporosis and Fragility Fractures: Reinvigorating a National Public Health Priority

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Shoulder & Elbow Education Resources

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Drugs, Devices, and FDA

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Ramakanth R Yakkanti, MD

Each month, we recognize a Member of the Month in each Membership category in order to display the diverse accomplishments of our Members, and for you to get to know and connect with your peers.
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Solo Practice

Solo Practice Challenges Declining reimbursement Shrinking insurance provider networks Increased regulatory requirements Competition for patient base Impact of the Affordable Care Act The increase in ...
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Press Releases & Fact Sheets

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons newsroom press releases and media fact sheets ...