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The South African Orthopaedic Society (SAOA)  is the professional association for orthopaedic surgeons in South Africa (SA) and those abroad who have had orthopaedic training in SA or who show a continuing interest in the affairs of the Association.

History

Early Days

Current Scope

Special Interest groups

Affiliations (The carousel)

Research

Outreach

Training

Current Executive Committee

Past Presidents

Special awards

The Objects of the SAOA These are the advancement for the public benefit of the Science, Art and Practice of Orthopaedic Surgery with the aim of bringing relief to patients of all ages suffering from the effects of injury or disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

SAOA Membership The SAOA currently has about 800 members in SA and overseas, who enjoy a range of membership benefits. The majority of these are SA orthopaedic specialist surgeons and trainees in orthopaedic surgery.

SAOA ACTIVITIES Annual Congress - the SAOA holds an annual scientific meeting, in the first week of September, to advance knowledge and practice of orthopaedic surgery. It jointly organises other national and international conferences.

Special Interest Groups - various special interest groups within the SAOA have congresses and instructional courses on an annual or biennial basis.