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Stay in the Game with AOSSM In-Person Education
Three Societies, One Unforgettable Event - Attend Specialty Day 2026
Mark your calendar - New Orleans is the place to be this March! Join AOSSM and partners AANA and POSNA for cutting-edge sessions, case discussions, and keynotes on the hottest topics in knee, shoulder, and hip surgery. Register today at www.sportsmed.org/specialtyday and let the good times roll!
Annual Meeting 2026 Is Coming to Seattle
Save the date for the 2026 Annual Meeting July 8 to 11, 2026 in Seattle. Join AOSSM in the Emerald City for an energizing blend of science, innovation, and collaboration set against an iconic skyline. From groundbreaking research to engaging case panels, the meeting promises to be as dynamic and inspiring as Seattle itself. Visit www.sportsmed.org/annualmeeting to learn more.
Reviewer’s Workshop
Held at the AOSSM Annual Meeting, the Reviewers’ Workshop is a special session that provides training for current reviewers and those interested in becoming reviewers for the AOSSM journals. Featuring expert guest lectures on hot topics in the field, it’s the ideal opportunity for those interested in getting more involved in the peer-review process. Visit www.sportsmed.org/events to learn more about these meetings and courses.
Team Physician Series Expands With New Modules
The 2 latest modules in the series prepare you for every challenge - on and off the field. Module 4 sharpens your emergency response; Module 5 strengthens your medical-legal awareness. Finish the series strong and be ready for action! Head to www.sportsmed.org/events to purchase.
Renew Your Spot on the AOSSM Team
Keep your edge in sports medicine! Renew or join now to access exclusive education, networking, and research that shape the future of the field. Don’t miss your chance to stay connected with the community that drives innovation and excellence year-round. Visit www.sportsmed.org/membership to renew or join today.
Easy Reider Podcast
Listen in on conversations with some of the foremost leaders in sports medicine in the AOSSM podcast series, Easy Reider: A Conversation with Bruce Reider, MD. Visit https://easyreider.libsyn.com/ for a full list of episodes.
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NATA Column
Get Ready for NATA 2026
Mark your calendar: the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia and AT Expo is June 29, 2026 to July 2, 2026 in Philadelphia. NATA 2026 is not only your opportunity to earn CEUs and learn from thought leaders in the profession, but also offers connection to the worldwide athletic training community. Book your housing, check out the schedule at a glance, learn more about registration and stay up to date on the latest news by visiting the convention website at convention.nata.org.
Register for New Microcredential
NATA and the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer have partnered on a new microcredential: the Secondary School Mental Health Preparedness microcredential. This is a self-paced program that equips athletic trainers in the secondary school setting with essential knowledge and practical strategies to recognize, respond to, and plan for mental health challenges among student athletes. The microcredential launched in December 2025. The cost is US $175 for NATA members and US $500 for nonmembers. Learn more about the Secondary School Mental Health Preparedness microcredential on NATA EducATe at educate.nata.org/ss-mental-health-micro.
Announcing the 2026 National Athletic Training Month Theme
We’re excited to share that the 2026 National Athletic Training Month theme is “Care You Can Count On” - a powerful reminder of the trust, expertise and commitment athletic trainers bring every day to every athlete and patient. Thank you to everyone who voted for their favorite theme on social in October 2025 - you helped shape how we will celebrate our profession worldwide throughout March! Keep up with NATM and NATA’s resources at www.nata.org/advocacy/public-relations/national-athletic-training-month.
World Leadership in Sports Medicine: Achieving our Vision – 2026 AMSSM Annual Meeting
The 2026 Program Planning Committee invites you to attend the 35th American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in Seattle, WA, where the theme – World Leadership in Sports Medicine: Achieving Our Vision – will feature world-renowned and national experts in sports medicine to discuss global advancements and cutting-edge research.
This year’s conference takes place from April 23-29, 2026, and will provide global perspectives on the latest advances and recommendations on a wide variety of sports medicine topics including:
PRP – What’s the Current Evidence?
Shockwave Therapy from Foundational Concepts to Clinical Application
Peripheral Neuropathies: Workup and Management
The Athlete ECG: Updated Recommendations from Seattle
Pre-Participation Evaluations – Global Perspectives on Challenges Across Athlete Populations
Chasing Gold in the Cold – Team Health and Success Through Global Insights and Innovation
Emergency Preparedness and Action Planning from Frontlines to Command Center
Soccer Game Changers – Latest Advances in Injury Treatment and Prevention
Exercise as Medicine – A World-Class Playbook for Injury and Illness Prevention
Leadership: Pitfalls and Pearls
Pediatric Musculoskeletal Radiology: A Comprehensive Approach
Hematology and Oncology Frontiers in Sports Medicine
REDS/Triad: Trends and Updates for Adolescent Athletes
Sleep and Nutrition: Challenges and Innovation in Performance, Mental Health and Pediatric Care
Mental Health in Sports Medicine
Conference highlights include:
AMSSM CRN Research Summit (April 23): Bridging the Gap – Orthobiologics in Sports Medicine
Sports Ultrasound Pre-Conferences and 1-on-1 Sports Ultrasound Learning Workshops
Orthobiologics Hands-On Symposium
ECG Interpretation in the Athlete Workshop
Learner Resources: MSK Physical Exam Boot Camp, Instructional Course Lectures on fellowship insights and a Fellows Quiz Bowl
AMSSM Foundation Party at the Museum of Pop Culture
The 2026 Annual Meeting brochure and online registration will be available by the end of January on AMSSM’s website at www.amssm.org.