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THE RUTH JACKSON ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY (RJOS) was founded in 1983 as a support and networking group for the growing number of women orthopaedic surgeons. The women at the first meeting felt that there were many common problems confronting them which could best be solved by pooling resources. These range from sharing technical solutions for practice problems to how to survive motherhood and orthopaedic practice/residency at the same time.
The RJOS began with 42 women and has grown to a membership of more than 400. The majority are from the U.S. and Canada with several foreign countries also represented. The membership is comprised of women involved in orthopaedics, either as practicing orthopaedic surgeons, residents, fellows or students. With these varied resources, RJOS offers a woman's viewpoint on the rewards and pitfalls of orthopaedics. For the medical student and resident there is a mentor program to offer moral support as well as practical suggestions for surviving an orthopaedic residency. Those considering a first job, a fellowship or a career change can talk with someone experienced in those areas. The organization also has a broad collective experience and can offer practical solutions to child care and maternity leave problems. The Society holds a luncheon meeting each year during the AAOS annual meeting. This is a time for networking, socializing and learning about the experiences of featured speakers. The Society also sponsors a Fall Meeting for members held biennially to enhance networking, career development, management of career and family, and to keep current on the latest health care issues.
As the oldest surgical women's organization incorporated in the U.S., the RJOS continues to grow and welcomes new members of both genders.
Contact Information
Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society
6300 North River Road, Suite 727
Rosemont, IL 60018-4226
PH: 847.698.1626
Fax: 847.823.4921
Email: rjos@aaos.org