AAOS Now Top Stories

From June 2009 Issue
Volume 3, Number 6

• Orthopaedic surgeons take on Congress
  Healthcare reform gains momentum in Washington, D.C.
• Industry CEOs: Relationships with surgeons are vital
  Transparency is necessary and desirable, but patient outcomes depend on interaction
• Making cents of computers
  New systems—especially PACS—can improve the economic efficiency of a practice
• NVOS battles to protect reforms
• Hip fracture studies lead to better care, understanding
  OREF award winner continues efforts to improve outcomes
• Hippocrates Circle Program introduces medicine to minorities
  Volunteers help motivate children to consider medical careers
• OO in South Africa: An unforgettable experience
  Fellowship opens opportunity for orthopaedic resident

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June 2009
Volume 3, Number 6

Features

Pearls and Pitfalls

An examination of orthopaedics and obesity, based on reports from the 2009 Orthopaedic Trauma Association Specialty Day.

One Fracture, Five Treatments

Members of the American Shoulder and Elbow Society offer varied approaches to proximal humerus fractures.

Operational Assessment

Steps to follow in planning a review of various aspects of your medical practice.

Orthopaedic Risk Manager

Tips for appropriate documentation; tort reform efforts in Nevada and Hawaii.

Xenograft Risks

What you and your patients need to know about cross-species transplantation.

MORE Award Winners

The AAOS recognizes journalists for orthopaedic-related coverage.

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