Physician Associates Orthopaedic Surgery (PAOS)

Mission:
PAOS is a professional organization dedicated to providing common direction for PAs in orthopaedics. They will provide high quality educational programs to advance their members knowledge of musculoskeletal healthcare. They will provide a forum for networking and information dissemination and job placement for PAs in orthopaedics. They will educate physicians and allied health professionals on PA education, training, certification and changing legislation. They will promote the physician/PA team concept.

Purpose:
PAOS exists to support PAs practicing in orthopaedics through education, advocacy, and community. They strengthen careers, expand opportunities, and help improve patient outcomes across the nation.