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Explore Orthopaedics as a Medical Student 

Discover orthopaedics through the AAOS Medical Student Program. Build skills, gain hands-on experience in Sawbones labs, connect with orthopaedic surgeons through speed mentoring, and learn through interactive educational sessions designed for future leaders in orthopaedics.
 
The Medical Student Program agenda will be announced in fall 2026.

How to Register for AAOS 2027

Attend AAOS 2027 and participate in the Medical Student Program to explore orthopaedics through hands-on learning, mentorship, and interactive educational experiences designed for future orthopaedic surgeons.
 

Please note that you must add the Medical Student Program ticket (free of charge) to your registration. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. AAOS 2027 registration opens on November 2.

Evaluate Your Orthopaedic Skills with the Medical Student Orthopaedic Exam (MSOE)

The Medical Student Orthopaedic Exam (MSOE) returns to AAOS 2027 for its second year. Offered free to all Medical Student Program attendees, the MSOE helps you assess your current orthopaedic knowledge, benchmark your performance against peers, identify opportunities for improvement, and prepare for residency applications.

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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.

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