AAOS Diversity Partner 2024-2027
INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDIC DIVERSITY ALLIANCE
A global orthopaedic culture in which everyone can thrive.
Diversity Webinars
IODA is dedicated to promoting global awareness of diversity in orthopaedics by facilitating international discussion, incorporating the perspectives and experiences of our members worldwide.
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IODA x JBJS Journal Club: 'The Science of Diversity' #4
IODA's fourth Journal Club featured three articles exploring the latest research and global perspectives on advancing diversity in orthopaedic surgery.
Held 22 July 2026.
IODA LATAM and Caribbean webinar – Ejercer traumatología de manera sostenible: bienestar y prevención del burn out.
This session explores the challenges facing today's orthopaedic workforce and discusses practical approaches to promoting wellbeing, resilience, and sustainable practice throughout your career.
Held 13 July 2026.
IODA Africa webinar – Reshaping surgical education: innovative solutions for resource challenges.
This webinar brought together orthopaedic professionals from across Africa to discuss innovative solutions for resource challenges and strategies to adapt to the future of training.
Held 22 March 2026.
IODA x JBJS Journal Club: 'The Science of Diversity' #3
IODA's third Journal Club featured three articles exploring how disparities influence patient care.
Held 13 November 2025.
Impulsando tu Trayectoria: Herramientas para el Desarrollo Profesional Médico
Objetivo del Webinar: Brindar a jóvenes profesionales herramientas y perspectivas sobre cómo planificar su desarrollo profesional luego de la residencia, con énfasis en experiencias latinoamericanas y diversidad de género 17 June 2025
IODA Orthopaedic Diversity and Inclusion in Africa
An eye-opening dialogue on equity, representation, and systemic change in African orthopaedics.Topics include: - Barriers to entry and advancement for underrepresented groups - Strategies for mentorship and allyship within orthopaedic training - The importance of culturally competent care in diverse patient populations - Regional disparities and the need for localised DEI solutions across Africa.
Held 4 May 2025
IODA Leadership and Strategy webinar
A free event featuring a panel discussion on leadership and strategies to increase diversity in orthopaedics, and the benefits associated with a diverse orthopaedic workforce on improving patient outcomes.
Held: 23 November 2024
IODA Journal Club #2- Disparities in Health Care
Article 1 - Fate of the Uninsured Ankle Fracture: Significant Delays in Treatment Result in an Increased Risk of Surgical Site Infection.
Article 2 - Health Disparities in patients with Musculoskeletal Injuries: Food Insecurity is a Common and Clinically Challenging Problem.
Article 3 - Lack of Diversity in Orthopaedic Trials Conducted in the United States. Held 29 August 2024
Importance of mentoring and leadership in Orthopaedic academic training (Spanish) webinar
The webinar explores the significance of mentoring and leadership in orthopaedic academic training and the development of institutional programs that support mentoring and empower minority groups.
Held: July 5th, 2024
IODA Journal Club – the Science of Diversity #1
Article 1 - 'Racial and Sex Disparities in Resident Attrition in Orthopaedic Surgery'
Article 2 - 'The role of Gender in Operative Autonomy in orthopaedic Surgical Trainees (GOAST).'
Held: January 30th, 2024
Diversity in Orthopaedic Publishing: A Path to Excellence – IODA Webinar
Discover practical insights, thought-provoking perspectives, and actionable takeaways that can shape your approach to research and contribute to the advancement of orthopaedics.
Held: August 15th, 2023
'Diversity in African Orthopaedics' webinar – an IODA/RJOS/PAWAS/SAFOSS collaboration.
An IODA/RJOS/PAWAS/SAFOSS collaboration.
Held: May 27th, 2023.
'Women in Orthopaedics – Leadership, Being Intentional & Minimizing Bias' – IODA and RJOS webinar
The webinar discussed: the most successful initiatives to promote gender diversity, the role of mentorship, and the importance of gender diversity in leadership.
Held: March 4th, 2023.
Strategies to increase the inclusion of LGBTQI+ surgeons in orthopaedics worldwide
This webinar reviewed the evidence, brought to life global perspectives on LGBTQI diversity, and provided insights from successful personal and regional-specific strategies.
Held: February 4th, 2023
AAOS & IODA 2022 'Creating a global orthopaedic culture in which everyone can thrive'.
Raising awareness of the need for diversity, inclusion, and equity; and the unique challenges that exist in different regions.
Mentorship to Support Diversity in Orthopaedics
Sharing orthopaedic mentorship experiences from around the world.
Creating a Diverse & Inclusive Environment in Global Orthopaedics.
IODA Members share diversity insights from across the globe.
We value your contributions. Do you have an idea for a webinar topic or would you be interested in participating? We would love to hear from you.