Apply to be an Emerging Leader

To become an Emerging Leader, click Apply Now to complete the online application.

AOA Emerging Leaders gain a solid foundation for success as they:

Network with established AOA members and orthopaedic giants
Connect and work with accomplished peers across the US and Canada
Obtain CME credits through interactive leadership development programs and events; including the newly redesigned Scott D. Boden Emerging Leaders Forum
Receive a complimentary Subscription to the Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery (JBJS), the essential peer-reviewed scientific orthopaedic journal for orthopaedic surgeons worldwide
Access insight into critical issues with an invitation to attend the AOA’s Annual Meeting to participate in Symposiums and other events

Other benefits include:

Eligibility to submit a scientific abstract to be presented at the AOA’s Annual Meeting–a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate orthopaedic thought leadership
Opportunity to sit on the AOA’s Leadership/Fellowship Committee in an ex-officio capacity
A chance to serve on the JBJS Associate Editorial Board as an AOA Emerging Leader

To apply, complete a brief online application.

Letters of Recommendation are waived for applicants who are a:

Applications are accepted and processed year-round.

Any orthopaedic leader may become an AOA Emerging Leader between their PGY5 and 10th year in clinical practice.

Resident Leadership Forum nominee
AAOS/OREF/ORS Clinician Scientist Development Program past nominee or participant
AOA Traveling Fellow
AOA | USC APEX Leadership Certificate Program Cohort Member or Alumni
Own The Bone Program Champion

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