A Guide to the AAOS Annual Meeting

A Florida-based spine surgeon at Citrus Spine Institute, Constantine Toumbis, MD, brings more than two decades of experience to his practice. To better serve his patients, Dr. Constantine Toumbis maintains membership with multiple professional organizations, including serving as a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Each year, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) hosts its Annual Meeting, and in 2020 it will take place in Orlando from March 24 to March 28. Here’s a quick guide to getting the most from the event.

The AAOS Annual Meeting furnishes numerous opportunities to learn as well as hands-on access to educational tools. Three important aspects of the event program are the Academy Hall, Education Sessions, and the Exhibit Hall.

The Academy Hall is one of the main educational hubs, and it is open to attendees throughout the duration of the event. Some of the key resources at Academy Hall include membership specialists who will provide an in-depth look at AAOS membership benefits and an orthopedic video theater featuring a range of surgical videos. The education sessions take place in the form of two-hour classes during four of the Annual Meeting's five days and include everything from "Ask an Expert" discussions to instructional courses covering well established techniques in orthopedics. Additionally, the Exhibit Hall is open for three days, connecting attendees with the latest industry products through activities such as bio-skills sessions.

One last program to know about is Specialty Day, which takes place only on Saturday. Specialty Day features scientific programs led by organization members of the Board of Specialty Societies.

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