You didn't go into medicine to fight insurance companies, navigate PA hell, or defend your scope of practice. But here we are.
Here's what happens without a strong professional society:
Payers cut reimbursement with zero pushback
Legislators pass laws without understanding how they impact our specialty.
Your individual complaints disappear into the void
You're reactive instead of proactive
Here's what happens with 250+ members united:
We have a seat at the policy table (via AHAC: AZ Healthcare Advocacy Coalition)
Legislators actually listen when we speak
We spot bad bills BEFORE they become law
We build collective power
What Makes AOS Different in 2026?
You're Not Funding a Social Club No expensive galas. No rubber-chicken dinners. Your $300 goes straight to advocacy and member tools. You Actually Get a Voice Our new app means YOU vote on legislative priorities. Democracy, not a board deciding for you. We're Building Something Real Quarterly events. Direct advocacy. A communication network. This is infrastructure that makes your practice life easier. It's Stupid Cheap $300/year = $25/month. That's less than one denied claim costs you in staff time.
Ready to Join?
NEW MEMBERS - Start Here: Complete our membership application and we'll send you payment instructions. Click here to: JOIN AZ ORTHO SOCIETY← Link to new member registration FREE membership for residents & fellows
RENEWING MEMBERS: IMPORTANT: Before clicking "Pay Dues" below: Enter your full name AND "2026 Dues" in the "Reference" box on the payment screen (this is how we track your payment!) Annual dues: $300