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American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

Notes From Leadership

Coming Soon! The Journal of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
By Steven J. Heithoff, DO, FAOAO

We have the official name, logo, and a very talented editorial staff. Manuscript submissions will be accepted very soon and the first publication of this online revitalized journal is scheduled to begin early 2022. Our own peer reviewed JAOAO will provide an excellent opportunity for scholarly activity and a great asset to the AOAO! Steven J. Heithoff, DO, … [Read more...] about Coming Soon! The Journal of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

By Steven J. Heithoff, DO, FAOAO

New and Improved Benefits Coming Your Way!
By Jim Mason, DO, FAOAO, FAOA

Since the Spring 2021 issue of The Orthopod was published, the executive office has been busy working on a wide range of new and existing projects.  These projects will have a significant effect on the future of our organization. From a publication and communications perspective, the committees and executive office are fast-tracking a revitalization of the Journal of the … [Read more...] about New and Improved Benefits Coming Your Way!

By Jim Mason, DO, FAOAO, FAOA

The Road Ahead
By Fred McAlpin, III, DO, FAOAO

I hope this finds all of my American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics brothers and sisters safe, well and getting back to normal. For our families, patients, and healthcare co-workers battling COVID-19, 2020 was undoubtedly a year of tremendous struggles . The time is perfect for decreasing your stress and making your plans to attend the Annual Fall Meeting in Louisville, KY. … [Read more...] about The Road Ahead

By Fred McAlpin, III, DO, FAOAO

New Initiatives Now and on the Horizon
By James S. Mason, DO, FAOAO

I am sure most of us are glad to see 2020 in the rear-view mirror.  Hopefully 2021 brings with it the promise of better things to come. Certainly, the pandemic continues to be problematic, but there are signs of improvement almost everywhere.  From my perspective, the 61st Annual Spring Meeting was a huge success. The Board’s decision to proceed with the meeting in a hybrid f … [Read more...] about New Initiatives Now and on the Horizon

By James S. Mason, DO, FAOAO

President’s Message
By Fred McAlpin, III, DO, FAOAO

I have been honored to have served the AOAO as President for these last several months and seeing the incredible direction we are taking to help our members. I want to update the membership on a few of these exciting strides being made to your benefit. Congratulations to Dr. Rick Crank, the session moderators, and all those who contributed to the excellent lectures provided … [Read more...] about President’s Message

By Fred McAlpin, III, DO, FAOAO

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About the Orthopod

The Academy’s e-newsletter is published three times annually.

Editor:
Steven J. Heithoff, DO, FAOAO
Orthopodeditor@aoao.org

Contributors:
Kyle J. Busch, DO, MS PGY-5
Adam LaFleur
James S. Mason, DO, FAOAO
Fred McAlpin, III, DO, FAOAO
Gary S. Ulrich, DO, FAOAO, FACOS

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