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Parenthood & Pregnancy in Orthopaedics

Happy Family
Pregnant Surgeon AOA
Family
Pregnant Surgeon BOA
Father and Son

Introduction

There are many myths about parenthood in orthopaedics. The reality is that the majority of men & women in orthopaedics have families. However, there are challenges and risks that you  need to be aware of and manage when planning a family. The Australian, British and Canadian Orthopaedic Associations have published the excellent resources below. 

Australian Orthopaedic Association
Pregnancy in Orthopaedics Guidelines

AOA Pregnancy Guidelines File

British Orthopaedic Association - Parenthood 

The British Orthopaedic Association website has extensive information regarding parenthood in orthopaedics. 

BOA Surgeon with newborn
Contents of BOA Parenting & Pregnancy Platform

British Orthopaedic Association
Parenting & Pregnancy Documents

The British Orthopaedic Association has created a guide for supporting trainees for trainers and a statement of expectations for trainees. 

BOA Parenting & Pregnancy Document 1
BOA Parenting & Pregnancy Document 2

Canadian Orthopaedic Association
Supporting Pregnancy & Parental Responsibility

COA Pregnancy Guidelines
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