Protecting independent practice and patient access

Wilford Gibson, MD, FAAOS

We have arrived at a critical crossroads for orthopaedic surgeons. An existential threat is reshaping our profession, and our response will define its future.

Navigating the cost question: When does technology in spine surgery pay off?

Theresa Witham

As navigation and robotic technologies become increasingly visible in orthopaedic surgery, questions about clinical benefits are now being accompanied by questions about cost.

AAOS launches Orthopaedic Industry Report, analyzing market trends and future outlook

AAOS released its inaugural 2025 Orthopaedic Industry Report, a new market intelligence resource that synthesizes data and insights from across the continuum of orthopaedic care to help healthcare leaders understand the trends shaping the orthopaedic market and musculoskeletal care delivery.

AAOS launches new Pain Management Resource Center to support safer, more personalized care

With tens of millions of Americans living with acute and chronic pain, there’s an increasing focus on safer, more personalized approaches to treatment.