Attendees of the Annual Meeting of The American Orthopaedic Association will discuss and debate, formally and informally, controversies in orthopaedic practice, science, ethics, education, economics, and social issues. Physicians will also advance their knowledge of orthopaedic surgery and science and learn new practices that can be implemented to improve patient care.

The activities at the AOA Annual Meeting and Affiliated Events have been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACGME) through the joint providership of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and The American Orthopaedic Association. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.