Useful Links

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
The latest source for Legislation, educational, health care policy and research information. The site includes the bylaws and position papers of the AAOS, and the latest federal and state laws enacted that pertain to the practice of orthopaedics and medicine.

American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
An information source for latest trends in joint replacement surgery about the hip and knee.

American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)
The American Society for Surgery of the Hand is the oldest medical specialty society in the United States devoted entirely to continuing medical education related to hand surgery.

Arthritis Foundation
The mission of the Arthritis Foundation is to improve lives through leadership in the prevention, control and cure of arthritis and related diseases. Discusses non operative means of dealing with arthritis. Gives local resources that are available.

Greater Chicago Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation
The Greater Chicago Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, serving the areas of Greater Chicago, Northwest Indiana and Northwestern Ohio, operates across these areas to assist those affected by the disease and provide current information for people with arthritis and their families.