Medical Student Program
Discover Your Path in Orthopaedics
Explore orthopaedics, gain hands-on experience, and connect with leading surgeons through the AAOS Medical Student Program. Participate in Sawbones labs, speed mentoring, and interactive didactic sessions, all designed to help you build skills, insight, and connections early in your medical career.
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Evaluate Your Orthopaedic Skills with the Medical Student Orthopaedic Exam (MSOE)
The MSOE is a free, first-of-its-kind assessment for all Medical Student Program attendees at AAOS 2026. As the inaugural group of examinees, your participation and feedback are vital. Developed by AAOS, the MSOE helps you understand your current knowledge and benchmark that with your peers, uncover areas for improvement, and prepare for residency applications. Best of all, this valuable opportunity is free for all Medical Student Program attendees!
AAOS Medical Student Membership
AAOS Medical Student Membership gives you year-round access to expert guidance, resources, and events to help you navigate medical school, match into residency, and stay on track for your orthopaedic career.
