AOSSM

We are the premier global sports medicine organization, represented by orthopaedic surgeons and allied health professionals who provide care for athletes.

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Recorded live at #AOSSM2026 in Seattle.

Join internationally renowned knee surgeon Stefano Zaffagnini, MD on the latest #EasyReider podcast as he shares lessons from a career spent advancing ACL reconstruction, meniscal preservation, cartilage restoration, and knee biomechanics.

This conversation offers a unique opportunity to hear one of sports medicine's leading innovators discuss where the field is headed and what today's surgeons should be thinking about next.

Listen now:
https://t.co/JRvwGbdITS

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Research has the power to change lives, especially for those who dedicate theirs to serving others. 

The 2026 MAST Research Initiative Grant in collaboration with @aanaorg and @milortho provides up to $150K in funding to support impactful orthopaedic research focused on the military population. 

Don't miss your opportunity to make an impact.

Applications are due soon.
https://t.co/MU8Dci6DOw

@AANA @SOMOS

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What's next in hip preservation? The experts leading the field are ready to share their perspective. 

Join the chairs of the 2026 Hip Surgical Skills Course September 18-19 @smithnephewmeded for an immersive, hands-on experience focused on the controversies, techniques, and innovations shaping care for the non-arthritic hip.

Register here: https://t.co/0fwf4RLHqv

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The future of sports medicine is shaped by those willing to invest in it. 

For these AOSSM leaders, supporting #StriveforFive is about more than a gift—it's about paying forward the opportunities, mentorship, and innovation that have advanced sports medicine.

Hear why your peers are stepping up to support the next generation of research, education, and discovery.

Will you join them?

Show your support: https://t.co/EaRPE1ZyN4

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The clock is ticking - just 3 days left to apply!

There's still time to submit your project for the Sandy Kirkley Clinical Outcomes Research Grant and receive $25,000 in support of research that can shape the future of evidence-based orthopaedic sports medicine care.

Honor Dr. Sandy Kirkley's legacy by advancing clinical outcomes research with the potential to make a lasting impact.

Applications due July 31, 2026
Submit now: https://t.co/whR9CsWvIt

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Deadline approaching: 1 week left!

The JRF Ortho Allograft Grant offers $50,000 to support research advancing meniscal and osteochondral allograft innovation.

Submit your proposal and help shape the future of orthopaedic sports medicine research.

Deadline: August 1

Apply here:
https://t.co/39mcHw3ovR

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A successful Fellows Course takes an outstanding team! Thanks to our co-chairs Kathryn Coyner, MD, Craig Mauro, MD, @krisjonesmd and @JRiboh -- and to wonderful faculty like @nwskelleymd, @OLC_Events and our generous corporate partners. Together, we have kicked off a great year for our new sports medicine fellows!

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The team at @OLC_Events gets faculty and fellows geared up for Day 2 of the sold-out Fellows Course!

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The 2026 Fellows Course is off to a great start! Chairs Kathy Conner, MD, @krisjonesmd @JRiboh and Craig Mauro, MD, welcomed a sold-out crowd before Peter Indelicato, MD, discussed the team physician role and a rock star panel of early career surgeons talked about the first days on the job for team coverage. -with @justinarnermd @lizdennismd at @OLC_Events

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We are proud and excited to be recognized for the Team Physician Series. Check it out on-demand at https://t.co/wN1piSBXz1

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🏆 #2026IELAAwards Winner Spotlight – Business & Industry Division @ielassoc

Gold, Online Learning Experience: “AOSSM Team Physician Series”

Congrats to the team at Desklight, Plimsoll Studio & @aossm1972!

View all 2026 winners: https://t.co/je0qF6EtNM

#IELA #OnlineLearning

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With the World Cup entering its final days, the spotlight is on elite performance—but every champion's journey starts long before the biggest stage. Read "Successfully Rearing the Next World Cup Champion" featured in the latest issue of #SportsMedicineUpdate for evidence-based insights on fostering performance, resilience, and long-term success.

https://t.co/SluOQFcMZf

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Good luck to the 900+ orthopaedic surgeons taking the ABOS Part I Examination today!

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Both primary and revision #Latarjet surgery yielded improved outcomes in contact athletes at 2 years:

💪low rates of recurrent subluxation, dislocation and reoperation
💪high return to sports

#AOSSM2026

https://t.co/50Bvsl6gE2

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Relive Seattle or see what you missed: #AOSSM2026 was four days of elite education and powerful networking. Can you spot @rachelfrankmd, @rileywilliamsMD, and @RobinWestMD? Tag someone in!

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Safe travels home from #AOSSM2026! Want to be a part of the action in 2027? Abstract submissions for next year's annual meeting are open starting on Wednesday, July 15, 2026

https://t.co/7YEVvKwYrO

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Ending #AOSSM2026 on a high note with our Closing Night reception @MOHAI—exclusive access, live music, dancing, and all-inclusive food & drinks. 🎶

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Congrats to the VJSM Fellows Video Challenge winners:

1st Place: John Kopriva
2nd Place: Amy Steele
3rd Place: Bezawit Tsegaye

👏 Thanks to all the incredible fellows who submitted—your videos made this year's challenge unforgettable!

#AOSSM2026

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Today's Concurrent Sessions from @GladdenSociety and APKASS round out our Global Program Series, also featuring @ISAKOS, SLARD, @TheFORUM15, ESSKA and our inagural #AOSSM2026 International Partner, @JSOA_official

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🦵 The morning general session "Snap, Crackle, Pop" tackled joint preservation with mods @MichaelAlaiaMD and @orthosport, panelists @BrianColeMD and @TravisMaakMD and more! #AOSSM2026

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Today's first general session is underway. Take a look at yesterday's #AOSSM2026 game highlights, set to the inspirational words of Dr. Eric McCarty.