Become a Candidate Member
- Opportunities to participate in Traveling Fellowship
- Publishing opportunities in Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery
- Eligible for AANA research awards and grants
- Leadership opportunities within the Health Policy Fellowship
- Complimentary print copy of Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery
Prerequisites
- Be an M.D. or D.O.
- Have completed an accredited orthopaedic surgery residency
- Be within two years post-orthopaedic surgery residency completion or within two years post-fellowship
- Practice or reside in the U.S., Canada or Mexico
Dues & Fees
- Annual dues: $250 Candidate Members
Obligations of Membership
To maintain your membership, you must:
- Pay your annual dues
- Adhere to all rules, regulations and criteria as outlined in AANA’s Bylaws
Giovanna Medina, M.D., Ph.D.
“AANA membership ensures access to all the benefits that AANA offers, such as educational materials and publications, hands-on labs, professional development and networking opportunities. Whether you are just starting your practice or an experienced surgeon in academics or private settings, AANA will help you reach your career goals. By staying involved, you remain connected to essential updates, events and potential career advancement opportunities. Don’t miss out on all these advantages."
Matthew J. Kraeutler, M.D.
“AANA is the premier organization for arthroscopists and sports medicine surgeons. I highly recommend membership renewal for any of my colleagues/fellow Candidate members to get registration discounts for the annual AANA meeting, access to high-yield webinars and year-round hands-on cadaver lab courses covering all major joints.”