Become a Member

Join more than 5,000 Orthopaedic Surgeons and healthcare professionals advancing arthroscopy and minimally invasive surgery while elevating patient care.

Unlock Exclusive AANA Member Benefits

AANA membership provides unmatched education, career growth and networking opportunities to support your success.
As an AANA Member, you’ll receive unmatched benefits tailored to your needs:

Lifelong Learning & CME Resources

  • Discounted access to the online AANA Learning Center, featuring 100+ online activities where you can earn more than 200 CME credits and 50 SAE credits through self-assessments, surgical videos and case-based learning.
  • Online access to Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, Arthroscopy Techniques and Arthroscopy, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Discounts on registration for CME activities, lab training and live events
  • Opportunities to apply for exclusive orthopaedic surgery scholarships

Career Development & Networking

  • Member-exclusive Mentorship Program connecting you with experienced Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Engage in the secure DocMatter professional community for global case discussions and peer collaboration
  • Opportunities to serve on AANA committees and contribute to leadership initiatives
  • Searchable member directory to expand professional connections
  • Gain teaching, speaking and leadership opportunities to enhance your career profile
  • Access structured Career Pathways designed for advancement at every stage

Practice
Developement

  • Access orthopaedic coding resources and practice optimization tools
  • Support for career management and long-term practice growth
  • OrthoLive telemedicine tools to streamline patient care
  • Guidance through Student Loan Professor services for financial wellness

Additional benefits are available for each membership category, designed to meet the specific needs of our diverse members.

Which membership is right for you?

AANA offers a range of membership categories tailored to your career stage and professional needs. Explore the options below to find the one that fits you best.

Active

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. actively practicing in the U.S.
  • Board-certified surgeon
$895
Annual Fee

Active (MX/CA)

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. actively practicing in Canada or Mexico
  • Board-certified surgeon
$350
Annual Fee

Associate

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. actively practicing in North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Working towards board certification
$895
Annual Fee

International

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. based internationally
  • Certified by the orthopaedic board or college in your country
$250
Annual Fee

Candidate

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. actively practicing in the U.S.
  • Two years post-residency/post-fellowship
$250
Annual Fee

Resident/Fellow

  • Orthopaedic M.D. or D.O. located worldwide
  • Enrolled in a certified orthopaedic residency or fellowship program
COMPLIMENTARY
 

Affiliate Allied Health

  • Allied health professionals that support orthopaedic care (R.N., P.T., P.A., A.T.C., researchers, trainers, etc.)
  • Non-Orthopaedic M.D./D.O.

*Non-Orthopaedic M.D./D.O. $400 annual fee

$250
Annual Fee

Senior

  • Orthopaedic Surgeons age 65 or older
  • 5+ years of continuous AANA membership
$400
Annual Fee

Emeritus

  • Retired and no longer treating or consulting patients
  • 10+ years of continuous AANA membership
COMPLIMENTARY
 

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