Patient Resources

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

The AAOS homepage includes much information about the various Academy activities, such as the annual meeting and continuing education courses, Academy publications (electronic and otherwise), and policy activities. They also have launched four discussion groups at the WWW site, primarily dealing with AAOS activities.


Academic Orthopedic Society

Homepage for the Society, this site offers an online membership directory, in addition to the committee structures, constitution, and by-laws. Also of interest are the calendar of events, book reviews, case presentations, and employment classifieds.


American Association for the Surgery of Trauma

Contains articles and links pertaining to trauma, plus information on the AAST and other trauma associations.


American Association of Neurological Surgeons

AANS is dedicated to advancing the specialty of neurological surgery in order to promote the highest quality of care.


American Brain Tumor Association

The mission of the American Brain Tumor Association is to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors with the goals of improving, extending and, ultimately, saving the lives of those impacted by brain tumors.


American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

Information regarding Osteopathic Orthopedic Surgeons, and also to inform and acquaint visitors, who may be unaware of the Osteopathic Medical Profession, with our profession, and our Academy.


Arthritis Foundation

Arthritis facts and references, along with information on local offices and membership.


American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons


American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society


American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine


American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons


American Society for Surgery of the Hand


Arthroscopy Association of North America


Musculoskeletal Tumor Society


Neurosurgery on Call

Neurosurgical information for patients and healthcare professionals.


Orthopedic Trauma Association Shine

Charity that helps families and individuals affected by spina bifida and hydrocephalus