Keep up-to-date with the latest skillsets and research developments in the orthopaedic field to ensure your important research helps advance innovation in orthopaedic care.
With an AAOS Membership, you will have access to a wide range of musculoskeletal resources to support your professional development, enhance your orthopaedic knowledge, and expand your global network of professionals.
Fuel your passion for excellence as an Affiliated Professional – Basic Science Member.
Affiliated Professional – Basic Science Member applications close May 31, 2023.
How to Apply
Advance Your Musculoskeletal Knowledge and Apply Today.
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2023
If interested in becoming an Affiliated Professional Member-Basic Science, please select "Associate Member Basic Science" in the application system.
Eligibility Requirements for Affiliated Professional - Basic Science
To be eligible for AAOS Affiliated Professional - Basic Science membership, you must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a doctorate degree or its equivalent and be engaged in the full-time research of basic science related to orthopaedic surgery
- Have demonstrated achievement in research and education related to orthopaedic surgery
- Engage in research or basic science for an academic or military-based institution related to orthopaedic surgery
- No conflicting industry interests
Application Quick Facts
Application Period
October 1, 2022 through May 31, 2023
Application Fee
$75 one-time processing fee is billed at the time of application
Membership Dues
2023 Dues for Affiliated Professional are $195
Notification Date
October 2023
What You Need To Know When Applying for AAOS Membership
All applications are reviewed and approved first by the Membership Committee Council and then by the AAOS Board of Directors each September. Applicants are approved and accepted as an election class each year in October.
The full application process can take 10 to 12 months, so we encourage you to apply early.
It will take approximately 60 minutes to complete your application. You can also save your progress and finish at a later time.
Applications not completed within 30 days of the start of the application will be deleted.
Before you begin your application, have the following information and documents gathered:
- Sponsor names (sponsors must be Active AAOS Fellow Members)
- Certification and practice information
- Medical education, residency, and fellowship information
- Hospital and teaching affiliation(s)
- Medical society memberships
- Curriculum vitae (PDF to upload)
Realize Your Potential With AAOS Membership
Self-Assessment Tools & CME
Learn at your own convenience and track skills learned with free access to hundreds of new learning options, including surgical techniques, self-assessments, OnDemand webinars, and more, making sure you meet your CME and education needs each year.
AAOS Annual Meeting
Access hands-on learning opportunities with specific programming tailored to your needs while networking with other professionals in the musculoskeletal health space from around the world at AAOS Annual Meeting.
Orthopaedic Video Theater (OVT)
Balance your workload and education while you stay on top of the latest procedures in musculoskeletal health by accessing over 1,400 exclusive member-only surgical technique videos from renowned experts and innovators around the globe.
JAAOS Collection
Stay informed with the latest developments in musculoskeletal care with peer-reviewed and clinical research, as well as commentaries and author reviews with JAAOS, JAAOS Global, JAAOS Research, JAAOS CME, and JAAOS Unplugged Podcast.
Career Center Resources
Explore your career options to ensure you find the best fit for your future by perusing the job board, practicing your interview skills, or attending a virtual career fair with resources from the AAOS Career Center.
What Is Your AAOS Membership Worth?
AAOS membership offers incredible value. Membership will provide you with a range of exclusive products, programs, services, and discounts that you can use to support the success of your practice.
Membership Dues for the AAOS Affiliated Professional - Basic Science Class of 2024
AAOS membership runs on the calendar year, January 1 to December 31. If accepted, your dues for the 2024 membership year will be due January 1, 2024. Affiliated Professional Membership is a continuous membership, meaning dues are automatically billed every October for the upcoming membership cycle.
Do You Have Questions or Need Assistance?
Please contact our Customer and Member Service Team or call us at 800-626-6726 today.