The Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) is the peak professional organisation for orthopaedic surgery in Australia.AOA has over 1800 members – consisting of most orthopaedic consultants and trainees (registrars) in Australian hospitals and spanning all orthopaedic subspecialties.AOA is a not-for-profit organisation that:– provides high-quality specialist education, training and continuing professional development for Australian orthopaedic surgeons– is committed to ensuring the highest possible standard of orthopaedic care– is the leading authority in the provision of orthopaedic information to the community– actively supports scientific research and orthopaedic humanitarian initiatives in Australia and overseas.