AANA Mentorship Program for Orthopaedic Surgeons
Why Join the Mentorship Program?
The AANA Mentorship Program offers Orthopaedic Surgeons – from Residents and Fellows to seasoned experts – an opportunity to build lasting professional connections, increase engagement in AANA and shape the future of arthroscopy through meaningful mentorship.
Benefits of Being a Mentor
- Strengthen your teaching and leadership skills
- Contribute to shaping the next generation of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Earn leadership experience toward your Fellow of AANA Program application
- Expand your professional impact within the arthroscopy community
Benefits of Being a Mentee
- Gain confidence in the OR through expert guidance
- Expand your surgical skill set and clinical insight
- Receive personal and professional support during residency or fellowship
- Grow your network by learning from leaders in the field
Mentorship Program Resources
Every mentorship pairing is unique. AANA provides tools to support a rewarding experience for both mentor and mentee.
Guidelines and Road Map for Success
Use this roadmap to set clear expectations and ensure consistent, effective communication.
Topic-of-Conversation Guidelines
Explore suggested topics to build trust and facilitate career-focused discussions.
The Three A’s: Availability, Affability, and Ability
Timeless principles for great mentorship and collaborative relationships.
Surgeon-Patient Communication: Going Beyond the Three A’s
Take your mentoring impact even further by emphasizing patient-centered communication skills.