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AOANJRR milestone – 2.5 million joint replacements recorded

This achievement marks an extraordinary milestone in the Registry’s history, reflecting now 26 years of comprehensive data collection and analysis.

Announcing mlcoa as an AOA National Alliance partner

AOA is pleased to announce a new alliance with mlcoa. mlcoa provides independent medical reports and advisory services to insurers, employers, government, and legal clients.

MSK Connect S2 E4 & 5

AOA Clinical Director Dr Chris Vertullo is joined by fellow researcher and knee surgeon Dr Sam MacDessi, unpacking the origins and purpose of the AOA Clinical Studies Unit, from its beginnings with the landmark CRYSTAL trial, through to current national studies targeting infection prevention, pain management, ACL injury, and device innovation.

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AOA statement and resources for doctors

All at AOA express our shock and grief at the recent tragedy that occurred at Bondi in Sydney. Our condolences and support go out to all those who have been affected by this event.

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Announcing Smith Coffey as an AOA WA Regional Alliance partner

AOA is pleased to announce a new alliance with Smith Coffey, one of Western Australia’s leading financial planning, accounting and lending firms for medical, dental and high net worth clients since 1972.

Information on arthritis

Patients who understand their condition are more likely to cope with managing their day-to-day problems – patient education is an important part of arthritis management.