AANA Surveys
Help your fellow colleagues with important surveys meant to gather meaningful input to advance research in the field of orthopaedics and minimally-invasive surgery!
Both AANA members and staff have peer-reviewed the survey links below. We appreciate you taking the time to participate in these surveys.
Trochleoplasty as a potential first-line procedure for high-grade trochlear dysplasia, undermined by its unfamiliarity: a survey of U.S. orthopedic surgeons' experiences and attitudes with patellofemoral instability
Survey open until 1/23/2026
By: Alexander Golant, M.D.
The primary objective of this study is to evaluate orthopedic surgeons' experiences and perceptions regarding cases related to patellofemoral instability to more clearly conceptualize why trochleoplasty is not a first-line approach to correcting high-grade trochlear dysplasia.
The Hidden Cost of Clicks: Thresholds of Administrative Burden and Surgeon Burnout
Survey open until 2/28/2026
By: Dr. Vani Sabesan, M.D.
This national survey examines the impact of non-clinical administrative responsibilities — including electronic health record documentation, prior authorizations, and clerical tasks — on burnout, job satisfaction, and career sustainability among orthopaedic surgeons. The study aims to identify specific thresholds of administrative workload associated with increased burnout risk and to evaluate resilience as a potential protective factor.
Who Manages the Elbow? Fellowship Training and Practice Patterns in Orthopedic Surgery
Survey open until 4/6/2026
By: Ryan S Murray, MD
Elbow surgery encompasses a wide range of procedures that may be performed by various subspecialties within Orthopedic Surgery, including Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow, and Hand Surgery. Despite the somewhat shared responsibility for managing elbow pathology, there is limited understanding of how surgical care for the elbow is distributed across these subspecialties. This study aims to better characterize current practice patterns and define the distribution of elbow surgery among the orthopedic subspecialties. We will survey members from the ASSH and ASES in addition to AANA in order to capture these various subspecialities.