Welcome

Please join us for the AOAO Annual Spring Meeting in 2026 in Orlando!

Location: Caribe Royale Orlando | Orlando, Florida
Dates: April 22–25, 2026
Theme: Osteopathic Focus on Preventative Medicine in Orthopedics

MEETING: The Spring Meeting will spotlight the latest strategies in the evolving field of orthopedic injury prevention. We all know that better bones, better balance, and better brains help our patients stay healthy well into their golden years. With people living—and playing—longer, the conversations around prevention have never been more timely. Thirty years ago, who would have imagined treating a 97-year-old pickleball enthusiast? Now, we are seeing more examples like this.  Our sessions will spotlight the latest innovations for keeping patients active, mobile, and thriving through every chapter of life.

RESORT: At the Caribe Royale Orlando ( https://www.cariberoyale.com ),  you’ll be just a quick ride away from Orlando’s world-famous theme parks. After taking in cutting-edge lectures, you can soak up the sun by the pool, take a swing at golf, or even test your agility on the pickleball courts (no injuries, please—after all, we’re talking prevention!).  

Don’t miss the chance to reconnect with colleagues, welcome new AOAO members, and build meaningful professional relationships. Residents and medical students will find ample networking opportunities, and we’re thrilled to repeat our highly successful Orthopedic Board Review Course for 4th- and 5th-year residents. Specialty sessions will deliver rich discussions, practical insights, and the kind of idea-sharing that keeps our profession moving forward. This is a chance to enjoy science, family and yourself.

A heartfelt thank you to Sarkis Bedikian, DO, Chair of the CME Committee, and to our outstanding session moderators (our imagineers) for crafting an exceptional program. Their hard work is the real magic behind this meeting.

Stefan V. Zachary DO, FAOAO
Honorary Program Chair