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CME OnDemand: 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting
Foundation Update and Awards
Foundation Update and Awards
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Video Summary
The video is a summary of the foundation, mission, and vision of the American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS). The AOFAS is dedicated to promoting and funding education, research, social impact, and humanitarian endeavors within the society. The foundation has 12 funds that support its mission, including education, research, humanitarian service, women's leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The video acknowledges the contribution of the foundation board and highlights some of the accomplishments in 2022, including resident scholarships, resident skills courses, and funding partnerships with companies like DePuy Synthes and Stryker. It also introduces the Pillars of Society program, which honors individuals who have made significant contributions to foot and ankle surgery. The video recognizes the support of industry partners and their contributions to research, education, and humanitarian outreach. It also mentions the establishment of the EFAS-AOFAS Exchange, a collaborative program between the AOFAS and the European Foot and Ankle Society. The video concludes by acknowledging the 2022 resident scholars and their role in shaping the future of the society. The video is presented by various speakers, including Dr. Blumen, Michael Rankin from Stryker, and Ken DeFantis, who highlights the AOFAS Traveling Fellowship and the new EFAS-AOFAS Exchange program. The video also recognizes the generous support of industry partners and encourages viewers to consider donating to the foundation and including the foundation in their estate planning.
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foundation
education
research
humanitarian service
partnerships
EFAS-AOFAS Exchange
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