Each year, the AAOS invites members to “Be Heard” through your response to the annual AAOS Member Value and Satisfaction Survey. This survey helps us understand the needs of our members and to develop better services, resources, and tools to meet those needs and preferences. Your opinion matters and your feedback is important to help us create an optimal membership for you.
In 2024, 4,895 of you (13% response rate) participated in the seven-question survey, including some new questions to gauge your satisfaction with AAOS’ advocacy efforts.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about the Member Value and Satisfaction Survey here.
Read more in the August/September 2024 AAOS Now article, "Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of AAOS by Participating in the Member Value and Satisfaction Survey."
We promised to share and openly respond to the survey’s findings. Here is what you told us:
Educational Offerings
- “I’ve admired the way the organization has always put education high on its list of priorities. And I’ve been proud how it has led in recertification and continuing education.” – Emeritus Member
- “Great study resources and up-to-date insight in the world of orthopaedics.” – Resident Member
- "Among the best things about membership is the high-quality CME available online. Well worth the price of membership." – Active Fellow Member
Member Relevance/Focus
- “Of course, Annual Meeting is the highlight but throughout the year the AAOS has provided excellent service.” – Emeritus Member
- “AAOS provides a supportive and collaborative environment where I can exchange ideas with leading experts. The resources and networking opportunities have genuinely enriched my experience.” – International Member
- “I have enjoyed being a member of AAOS since residency. I value the educational opportunities both online and in person at the meetings. Our AAOS orthopaedic community has been instrumental for me as I continue to better myself for my patients and has been great support as I continue to build my practice.” – Candidate Member
Advocacy
- "AAOS education has always been excellent. Efforts at advocating for under-resourced small practices have been greatly appreciated. Advocacy for them on a national level is increasingly important as we become more and more of a minority in the current practice climate." – Active Fellow Member
- "AAOS has wonderful educational events and also is well representing us in the political arena regarding medically important issues.” – Active Fellow Member
- "There is excellent communication from the AAOS. There are excellent educational opportunities. The AAOS's advocacy is excellent and the OrthoPAC is second to none." – Active Fellow Member
We Heard You
We heard your feedback and suggestions which helped guide our plans for improvements. Here is what is in the works since you responded to the 2024 survey.
Survey At-a-Glance
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