AAOS 2025 Brings New Meaning to ‘March Madness’

Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS

I can honestly say that the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting delivered its own brand of excitement, inspiration, and meaningful impact.

Finding One’s Legacy: How to Approach the Question of Retirement from Orthopaedics

Leslie Schwindel, MD, FAAOS

As I write this, my grandmother passed away about 6 weeks ago. She was 94 years old and suffering from severe dementia before she fractured her hip. She was my last remaining grandparent, and her passing caused me to reflect a great deal on the purpose of life.

VISIE's Continuous Anatomic Auto Tracking Takes Top Honors at OrthoPitch Technology Competition

AAOS named VISIE Inc. the winner of OrthoPitch, a technology innovation competition that took place during the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting.

Revisit AAOS 2025 with Annual Meeting OnDemand

Explore expert insights at your convenience with AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting OnDemand.

Present at AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting in New Orleans

The AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting will take place March 2 to 6, 2026 at the Morial Convention Center, and AAOS would love for you to be part of it.

Secure Your Spot: Book Your Hotel for AAOS 2026 in New Orleans

It is never too early to start planning for the AAOS 2026 Annual Meeting.

AAOS Launchpad Prepares PGY5 Residents for Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

Jennifer Lefkowitz

AAOS kicked off a new initiative called AAOS Launchpad at the AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting in March.

At 65 Years Old, Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, Says He Was Too Busy and Too Happy to Think about Retirement

Stuart L. Weinstein, MD, FAAOS

Although certain factors regarding retirement may be beyond one’s control, thoughtful planning and continual reevaluation of appropriate timing should begin preferably when one reaches mid-career level.

‘A Turn in the Road’: How Ignacio Vives Ponseti, MD, Changed the Landscape of Orthopaedics after Retirement

Jose A. Morcuende, MD, PHD, FAAOS

“Retirement isn’t the end of the road but just a turn in the road”—this sentiment encapsulates the journey of Ignacio Vives Ponseti, MD, reflecting how his career took an unexpected but profoundly impactful turn after his official retirement.

Life after Retirement: Retired Orthopaedic Surgeons Share Their Accrued Wisdom

Thomas Fleeter, MD, MBA, FAAOS; Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, FAAOS

Most orthopaedic surgeons enjoy their work and may be defined by their careers, making the decision to retire a difficult one.

How Can Orthopaedic Surgeons Know When It Is Time to Retire?

Cassim M. Igram, MD, FAAOS

Recognizing when it is time to retire can be difficult.

Andrew King, MD, Offers Tips on Becoming an ‘Orthopaedic Elder’ after Retirement

Andrew King, MD

There are several ways to retire.

Beyond Treating Patients: Non-Clinical Practice Is Viable Option for Retiring Orthopaedic Surgeons

Daniel R. Schlatterer, DO, MBA, FAAOS

Xavier A. Duralde, MD, FAAOS, shared his experience transitioning to non-clinical practice, the structure and requirements for his new role, and how he strategically supports his orthopaedic partners in this position.

AAOS 2025 Annual Meeting Increases Impact and Value as the Ultimate Orthopaedic Experience

From enhanced educational content to exciting new features, the AAOS Annual Meeting once again proved why it is a must-attend event for all professionals in the field of orthopaedics.