AOAO News

The Orthopod

The Official Publication of the
American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

August 2018

Update on AOA Resolutions and Single Accreditation System
By Lee Vander Lugt, DO, FAOAO
Executive Director

It is my hope that all American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics members are experiencing a summer filled with relaxation and family time.  I know that some have had to deal with unusual weather but hope all are safe and dry. Please take some time to read the interesting and instructive articles in this edition of The Orthopod.  As Executive Director, I want to call a … [Read more...] about Update on AOA Resolutions and Single Accreditation System

Future Focus on Membership Benefits
By James R. Ingram, DO, FAOAO
President

As you read this, I hope you all are having a great summer. I am happy to report that our midyear meeting, the Postgraduate Seminar, was a success, with nearly 700 members enjoying the west coast along with quality continuing medical education and a congenial environment. Registrants were pleased with the topics and the venue. During the Postgraduate Seminar, the AOAO Board … [Read more...] about Future Focus on Membership Benefits

Sign up for the Orthopedic Sports Subspecialty Exam
By Jennifer Greene
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

The AOBOS would like to remind you that the first administration of the Orthopedic Sports Subspecialty Exam will be given this fall, on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, in conjunction with the AOAO Annual Meeting in Atlanta. The application deadline is August 15.  This four-hour, 200 question exam is a new subspecialty certification. We are currently in the pathway window. … [Read more...] about Sign up for the Orthopedic Sports Subspecialty Exam

DO’s that Do: Music by Michael A. Steingart, DO
By Steven J. Heithoff, DO, FAOAO

When did you first become interested in music? I remember watching the old Bugs Bunny Looney Tunes cartoons when I was eight or so, and being more interested in the music than the cartoon. What got you started? My father and mother put me on the piano at a young age. I was able to read music - bass cleft and treble cleft very early in my life.  I was able to work out the … [Read more...] about DO’s that Do: Music by Michael A. Steingart, DO