Research and Scientific Affairs
The Research and Scientific Affairs Department collects, analyzes and disseminates scientific data and information for members, AAOS staff, and external organizations to support the mission of the Academy.
The department also supports the AAOS Council on Research and Quality and its associated committees and activities.
Research News
- New clinical practice guidelines, Board-approved September 24, 2011
- Preventing Venous Thromboembolic Disease in Patients Undergoing Elective Hip and Knee Surgery
- The Treatment of Pediatric Supracondylar Humerus Fractures
- Atlas of Musculoskeletal Health Care
Recent and Upcoming Programs
- May 2012: AAOS/ORS Femoroacetabular Impingement Research Symposium
- View all Research Symposia
- Research Capitol Hill Days
- AAOS/ORS/OREF Clinician Scientist Development Program
Orthopaedic Research Assistance Center for Learning and Education (ORACLE)
The AAOS ORACLE provides Academy members with:
- Statistical data on musculoskeletal conditions and treatments
- Medical literature searches
- General reference assistance

Quality Tools
Evidence Based Medicine (EBM)
Surveys
Facts and Figures
- Musculoskeletal Diseases/Disorders
- Orthopaedic Practice in the U.S
- Orthopaedic Workforce Trends
- Burden of Musculoskeletal Diseases in the United States
- Atlas of Musculoskeletal Health Care
Library
Unified Agenda
Awards & Opportunities
Research Council & Committees
- Council on Research and Quality
- Appropriate Use Criteria
- Biological Implants
- Biomedical Engineering
- Evidence Based Practice
- Guidelines Oversight
- Patient Safety
- Research Development
Regulatory Activities
Quality Initiatives

