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It’s The Experience!
Dear Colleagues,
It is with great pleasure and anticipation that I invite you to
join me at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, February 12 – 16
in San Francisco. I am honored to serve as your President
as we prepare for what is certain to be an energizing and
enlightening week of education, innovation, and collaboration
all focused on advancing the field of orthopaedics.
We are thrilled to return to San Francisco. With its iconic
landmarks, diverse culture, and thriving medical community,
this city embodies the innovative spirit that drives our
profession. In the 12 years since the Academy last held
its Annual Meeting at the Moscone Center, the venue has
undergone a $551 million expansion, transforming the
space into a modern, light-filled complex seamlessly
integrated into the premier arts, entertainment, hotel, and
dining areas it surrounds. I invite you to immerse yourself
in San Francisco’s unique atmosphere and natural beauty
during your stay. The Mayor’s office and the San Francisco
Convention and Visitors Bureau have gone the extra mile
to provide the infrastructure and support to ensure a safe
and enjoyable experience for our Annual Meeting attendees
and their guests.
Finally, remember to download the AAOS Annual Meeting
Mobile App now (see page 5 for details). The app is your
best, most up-to-date tool to plan your experience in
advance and navigate the entire meeting program.
I look forward to welcoming you to San Francisco in
February. At a time when so many CME options exist, let
me assure you that one key element of the AAOS Annual
Meeting sets it apart and makes it the orthopaedic event of
the year, every year: The experience of immersing yourself
in a comprehensive educational program and showcase of
innovation surrounded by esteemed colleagues and friends
from around the globe, and you have to be there — live and
in-person — to experience it for yourself.
I urge all AAOS Members and guests to join me for this
incredible week of engagement and connection.
Registration is open now at aaos.org/annual24.
Warm regards,
Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS
AAOS 2023 President

I am delighted to announce that the 2024 Presidential Guest

Speaker will be Sanjay Gupta, MD, renowned neurosurgeon,
medical correspondent, and dedicated advocate for health
care advancement. Dr. Gupta’s insights and expertise have
made him a trusted source of information for millions of
individuals worldwide, and his commitment to advancing
medical knowledge aligns perfectly with our mission
at AAOS.

I am also excited to introduce Chile as our esteemed

Guest Nation for the 2024 Annual Meeting. Please
check out the various contributions to the educational
program from our Chilean colleagues, as we celebrate
their contributions to the global orthopaedic community.
 Meeting at a Glance
The AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting is five days of powerful education, innovation, and
collaboration. This year’s meeting will take place Monday through Friday.

All events will Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

take place at the
Moscone Center February 12 February 13 February 14 February 15 February 16

Attendee Registration* 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 6:30 – 11:30 AM

AAOS Education 8 – 9:30 AM 8 – 9:30 AM 8 – 9:30 AM 8 – 9:30 AM

Sessions 11 AM – 12:30 PM 11 AM – 12:30 PM 11 AM – 12:30 PM 11 AM – 12:30 PM
1:30 – 3 PM 1:30 – 3 PM 1:30 – 3 PM 1:30 – 3 PM
3:30 – 4:30 PM 3:30 – 4:30 PM 3:30 – 4:30 PM

AAOS Self-directed 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM
Learning

OrthoDome TBD TBD TBD

Industry Exhibits 9 AM – 5 PM 9 AM – 5 PM 9 AM – 3 PM

Dedicated Exhibit Hours

9:30 – 11 AM 9:30 – 11 AM 9:30 – 11 AM
12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 – 1:30 PM
3 – 3:30 PM 3 – 5 PM

Happy Hour in the Hall

3 – 5 PM

Casting Courses 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM

Career Center 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM 7 AM – 5 PM

Your Academy 2024 9:30 – 10:30 AM

Guest Speaker, Dr. Sanjay Gupta 10:30 – 11:45 AM
Business Meetings 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM

Specialty Society See page 11

Programs

*Attendee registration will be open on Sunday, February 11, 2–5 PM.

click Access the full program and download the Annual Meeting Mobile App now at
here aaos.org/annual24.
4 The AAOS 2024 schedule is subject to change. Reference the Annual Meeting website and mobile app for the most current information.
 Annual Meeting
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• Browse the full, detailed program with advanced filtering by the content areas and
learning formats that interest you most.
• Build your personalized agenda for education, exhibits, and networking.
• View interactive 3D maps so you’re ready to navigate the meeting space and Exhibit Hall.
• Download session handouts and submit session evaluations.
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• New! Add ICL and Specialty Society Program tickets to your existing registration.
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 Registration

Register Today!
Deadlines
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November 17, 2023
Reserve your space now for the most highly anticipated and innovative Early Bird Deadline
orthopaedic gathering in the world at aaos.org/annual24.
January 12, 2024
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Your Registration Includes Exclusive Access to:

1,300+ Orthopaedic Videos 10+ OrthoDome® Presentations

1,000+ ePosters 10+ TechTalks

800+ Expert Faculty 10+ Ask An Expert Sessions

500+ Industry Exhibits 4 The Way I See It … ® Sessions

270+ Posters 4 Showdowns ® Debates

60+ ePoster Presentations 2 Flash Five ®: What’s Coming Down the Pike

30+ Symposia DEA Requirement-eligible Opioid Education

20+ Innovation Theater Sessions Annual Meeting Mobile App

15+ Engagement Theater Presentations Your Academy 2024, Guest Speaker

15+ Industry Lunch & Learn Sessions Happy Hour in the Hall

10+ Poster Tours OrthoPitch

Best Value: Get the most out of your meeting AAOS Members Save Big
with the Gold Registration Package Members receive significantly discounted Annual Meeting
The Gold Registration Package* maximizes your learning registration rates. Make sure your membership is in good
opportunity by providing access to Annual Meeting standing or explore if you are eligible to join AAOS to enjoy
OnDemand, an online library of recorded instructional member rates by visiting aaos.org/membership!
courses, symposia, and papers.
* You must attend the meeting to take advantage of this offer. Content will not be live streamed
during the meeting.
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The Smash Hit
OrthoDome® Returns!
A can’t-miss, live surgical video experience

Be in the room as giants in the field of orthopaedics

walk you through high-definition surgical case videos.
You’ll feel like you’re in the OR with them, with the
added benefit of hearing live narration and having
time to ask questions along the way.
“The OrthoDome screen brings you up close and
personal like you’re right in the surgery.
There’s really nothing like it.”
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 “It’s the Pinnacle of Orthopaedic
Education” Four dynamic, interactive learning styles so you can
create your ideal educational experience.

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Lecture-Based
Instructional Courses* Master in-depth experience-based
orthopaedic techniques from world-renowned surgeons.
Paper Presentations † Explore new and exciting research
and advances in orthopaedics, including hour-long,
case-based sessions.
TechTalks † Attend presentations of the latest technology
and applications beneficial to surgeons and staff teams.
Non-CME session.
Engagement Theater † Experience daily engaging
presentations on a variety of topics ranging from advocacy
and research updates to mentoring.
Career Development Courses † Advance or refine your
career with curriculum covering leadership, teaching
and communication, research and education, mentoring
and marketing.
Poster Tours † Attend guided presentations of the top-rated
posters. Recognized experts create a memorable experience
by highlighting pearls and answering your questions.
Technical Skills Courses* Focus on positioning, approach,
and step-by-step technical tips through edited videos and
live discussion.
Self-Directed
Orthopaedic Video Theater † Select and watch high quality,
peer-reviewed surgical technique videos, including award
winners and newly launched channels!
Posters † Learn from visual presentations about the latest
medical, clinical, and scientific research.
ePoster Presentation † Meet and hear from presenters as
they showcase their research.
ePosters † Access an interactive digital database of posters
during and after the meeting.
Find the AAOS content that best meets your unique learning needs and preferences!
Annual Meeting Mobile App advanced filtering lets you browse the full education
program by date/time, event type, and specialty area. You can also use filters
to find sessions that will be presented in Spanish or hosted by Industry.
Panels
Innovation Theater † Watch live presentations of
innovative products, services, and solutions showcased by
medical and technology professionals. Non-CME session.
Symposia † Inspire your thinking as a panel of surgeons
shares leading-edge research shaping changes in practice.
The Way I See It…® † Listen to the faculty’s candid
opinions on contemporary, top-of mind issues.
Flash Five®: What’s Coming Down the Pike † Collect
critical takeaways on hot topics during a series of 5-minute
presentations.
Collaborative
Case Presentation Courses* Engage in table discussions
of complex cases with peers and experts, review case data,
and hear the final solution.
Orthopaedic Influencer † Learn what it takes to become an
influencer as residents interview those who have the power
to positively cause change through knowledge, position,
and authority.
Ask an Expert † Present your patient case challenges
and receive expert diagnosis and recommendations.
Non-CME session.
Showdowns® † Take the driver’s seat as you watch surgeons
debate topics and techniques; then YOU determine who
wins the debate.
† Included with registration *Paid ticket required
AAOS 2024 attendees can earn up to 23 AMA
PRA Category 1 Credits™ for their participation
in the meeting.
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 Explore the
AAOS Exhibit Hall
It’s the go-to destination to discover and try out innovative solutions.
The AAOS Annual Meeting Exhibit Hall
offers your best opportunity to:
• See new products and technology from more than
Download the AAOS Annual
500 companies
Meeting App and begin to plan
• Connect with industry experts from major orthopaedic your Exhibit Hall experience.
and device manufacturers
• Critically compare products and plan purchases for
your hospital or practice

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“It’s the Energy.
It’s the Collaboration.”
Residents, Just for You — Expand Your Specialty Society Programs
Network, Participate in Mentoring Programs Participate in Specialty Society Programs on Friday,
and Compete Against Your Peers! February 16*.
Nowhere else can you interact • American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine /
with expert faculty, experience American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons
remarkable technology advances, • American Society for Surgery of the Hand
and participate in resident • Arthroscopy Association of North America /
focused activities developed International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and
exclusively for you. Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Join or watch the friendly • The Hip Society /
Resident Bowl competition! American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Teams will contend for prizes in a quiz-bowl format. • The Knee Society /
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Strengthen Your Team and Enhance • Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction Society /
Patient Care Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons
AAOS has partnered with the National Association of • Musculoskeletal Tumor Society
Orthopaedic Technologists to deliver Casting and Splinting
• Orthopaedic Trauma Association /
Skills Workshops offered at the fundamental and
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
advanced levels.

Career Center
Take advantage of our expanded
career center services for
Introducing
members, including CV reviews,
an in-person job board, and our
evening career event. Back by
OrthoPitch
popular demand, look forward Attend a live and exciting
to stopping by and visiting our technology competition for novel and
headshot photo booth! innovative orthopaedic products.
This brand new AAOS Annual Meeting
AAOS Membership and Resources
event is presented by AAOS and
A place that you can engage with knowledgeable staff,
foundational sponsor, MCRA.
explore member benefits, and learn how we support
your needs all year long.

* The AAOS 2024 schedule is subject to change. Reference the Annual Meeting website and mobile app for the most current information.
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 Experience Your Academy
Wednesday, February 14, 9:30 AM
Your Academy offers the chance to learn how AAOS leadership is striving to
deliver the strongest value to members and the orthopaedic community.

Kevin J. Bozic, MD, MBA, FAAOS Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS
2023 Presidential Address 2024 Presidential Address

Additional Program Highlights:

AAOS 2024
• Presidential Guest Speaker, • Welcome of Guest Nation, Chile Guest Nation
Dr. Sanjay Gupta Chile
• Celebration of honorable
• Recognition of top Industry colleagues
Donors - Diversity Award
• Introduction of International and - Humanitarian Award
Specialty Society Presidents - William W. Tipton, Jr, MD Leadership Award
- Kappa Delta & OREF Awards

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Business Meetings
Wednesday, February 14, 11:45 AM
Annual Business Meetings
All Fellows are invited to attend the Annual Business
Meetings held in Moscone South, Esplanade Ballroom 155
at the Moscone Center. The meetings are held on Wednesday,
February 14, 2024, beginning at 11:45 AM. There is one
business meeting for the American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons (“Academy”), the 501(c) (3) organization,
immediately followed by the business meeting of the
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (“Association”),
the 501(c)(6) organization.
2024 Nominating Committee
The Board of Directors appointed the Chair of the AAOS
Nominating Committee in March 2023. In June 2023, the
Fellowship elected five members of the 2024 AAOS
Nominating Committee by ballot, and the Board of Councilors /
Board of Specialty Societies elected its representative to serve
on the AAOS Nominating Committee. The members of the
2024 Nominating Committee are:
• Daniel K. Guy, MD, FAAOS (GA), Chair
• Lisa K. Cannada, MD, FAAOS (FL)
• Mary L. Ireland, MD, FAAOS (KY)
• Vincent D. Pellegrini, Jr., MD, FAAOS (NH)
• Matthew T. Provencher, MD, MBA, FAAOS (CO)
• Scott P. Steinmann, MD, FAAOS (TN) —
Joint BOC/BOS Representative
• David D. Teuscher, MD, FAAOS (TX)
The 2024 Nominating Committee provides its slate of
nominees for each vacancy to be filled to the Fellowship
in October 2023. If unopposed, this slate is voted on
during the Association Business Meeting on Wednesday,
February 14, 2024.
2025 Nominating Committee
Nominations for the 2025 AAOS Nominating Committee are
accepted from the floor during the Association Business
Meeting on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. All Fellows will
receive an electronic ballot after the 2024 Annual Meeting,
with an opportunity to cast their votes for nominees to fill the
elected positions on the 2025 Nominating Committee.
Resolutions Committee
Proposed Academy and Association resolutions that were
submitted by September 1, 2023 will be considered at the
2024 Annual Meeting. The AAOS Resolutions Committee
conducts an Open Hearing to receive comments on the
proposed resolutions on Tuesday, February 13, 2024,
at 1:00 PM in Moscone South, Room 302 at the
Moscone Center.
At the business meetings on Wednesday, February 14, 2024,
the Resolutions Committee presents its recommendations
regarding each resolution under consideration. Shortly after
the Annual Meeting, these recommendations are voted on
by the Fellowship.
Bylaws Committee
Proposed amendments to the Academy and the Association
Bylaws that were submitted by September 1, 2023, will be
considered at the 2024 Annual Meeting. The AAOS Bylaws
Committee conducts an Open Hearing to receive comments on
the proposed bylaws amendments on Tuesday, February 13,
2024, following the conclusion of the Resolutions Committee
Open Hearing. It is anticipated that the Bylaws Committee
Open Hearing will begin around 1:30 PM.
At the business meetings on Wednesday, February 14, 2024,
the Bylaws Committee presents its recommendations regarding
each set of the proposed amendments to the Bylaws. Shortly
after the Annual Meeting, these recommendations are voted
on by the Fellowship.
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data from a prospective, randomized controlled study. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2016;98(8):627-635. doi:10.2106/JBJS.15.00664
2. Illgen RL, Bukowski BR, Abiola R, et al. Robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty: Outcomes at minimum two year follow up. Surg Technol Int. 2017;30:365-372.
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5. Kayani B, Konan S, Pietrzak JRT, Haddad FS. Iatrogenic bone and soft tissue trauma in robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty compared with conventional jig-based
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6. Hozack WJ. Multicentre analysis of outcomes after robotic-arm assisted total knee arthroplasty. Bone Joint J:Orthop Proc. 2018;100-B(Supp_12):38.
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