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We’re delighted to announce that the BOA is now a Digital Partner for the RCS England Future of Surgery Festival! 📅 20–21 April 2026 | ICC Birmingham. https://bit.ly/44jNgLE
Bookings are open — don’t miss the Early bird rate, available until the deadline 29th January. https://bit.ly/4iMSUMe
Bookings are open — don’t miss the Early bird rate, available until the deadline 29th January. https://bit.ly/4iMSUMe
December 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
We’re delighted to announce that the BOA is now a Digital Partner for the RCS England Future of Surgery Festival! 📅 20–21 April 2026 | ICC Birmingham. https://bit.ly/44jNgLE
Bookings are open — don’t miss the Early bird rate, available until the deadline 29th January. https://bit.ly/4iMSUMe
Bookings are open — don’t miss the Early bird rate, available until the deadline 29th January. https://bit.ly/4iMSUMe
The BOA welcomes publication of the Royal College of Surgeons 2025 UK Surgical Workforce Census and strongly support its findings. It provides a clear, evidence-based picture of the pressures facing surgical teams across the UK and the urgent need for system-wide action. https://bit.ly/4pSdBcE
December 18, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The BOA welcomes publication of the Royal College of Surgeons 2025 UK Surgical Workforce Census and strongly support its findings. It provides a clear, evidence-based picture of the pressures facing surgical teams across the UK and the urgent need for system-wide action. https://bit.ly/4pSdBcE
Just published today on BOA’s Orthopaedics Online! Read the runner-up essay submission of the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Harshvir Singh Grewal: ‘Did the opening of the Cambridge Movement Surgical Hub (CMSH) improve trainee opportunities?’. 👉 Read it here: https://bit.ly/452VesU
December 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Just published today on BOA’s Orthopaedics Online! Read the runner-up essay submission of the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Harshvir Singh Grewal: ‘Did the opening of the Cambridge Movement Surgical Hub (CMSH) improve trainee opportunities?’. 👉 Read it here: https://bit.ly/452VesU
Save the Date! The BOA Annual Congress 2026 will take place 22nd – 24th September 2026 in London. Theme: ‘The Changing Faces of Orthopaedics’. 4 days of lectures, debates & discussions + a 3-day exhibition. Keep an eye on our website for further details.: www.boa.ac.uk #BOAAC26
December 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Save the Date! The BOA Annual Congress 2026 will take place 22nd – 24th September 2026 in London. Theme: ‘The Changing Faces of Orthopaedics’. 4 days of lectures, debates & discussions + a 3-day exhibition. Keep an eye on our website for further details.: www.boa.ac.uk #BOAAC26
We all know someone affected by orthopaedic conditions — from hip and knee replacements to complex trauma or chronic mobility problems. Back the Joint Action appeal and support cutting-edge research and Clinical Trials in T&O.
Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
December 16, 2025 at 8:00 AM
We all know someone affected by orthopaedic conditions — from hip and knee replacements to complex trauma or chronic mobility problems. Back the Joint Action appeal and support cutting-edge research and Clinical Trials in T&O.
Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
The BOA is very concerned by accounts from our members, echoed by media reports, that treatment is being restricted as the NHS orders hospitals to save money. Read our full statement here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/boa-statement-on-nhs-ordering-hospitals-to-cut-back-on-treating-patients.html
December 15, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The BOA is very concerned by accounts from our members, echoed by media reports, that treatment is being restricted as the NHS orders hospitals to save money. Read our full statement here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/boa-statement-on-nhs-ordering-hospitals-to-cut-back-on-treating-patients.html
We’re supporting the Winter Preparedness campaign from Mediaplanet. It features an article by Fergal Monsell, BOA President on preventing winter falls. Pick up a copy with Today’s Guardian newspaper! https://www.healthawareness.co.uk/winter-preparedness/preventing-painful-winter-falls/
December 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
We’re supporting the Winter Preparedness campaign from Mediaplanet. It features an article by Fergal Monsell, BOA President on preventing winter falls. Pick up a copy with Today’s Guardian newspaper! https://www.healthawareness.co.uk/winter-preparedness/preventing-painful-winter-falls/
Recommended reading from the December issue of JTO (p.58): ‘Less steel, more heal – the changing face of paediatric fracture management and follow-up’ by Patrick Aldridge and Dan Perry.
Read the full article here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
Read the full article here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
December 15, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Recommended reading from the December issue of JTO (p.58): ‘Less steel, more heal – the changing face of paediatric fracture management and follow-up’ by Patrick Aldridge and Dan Perry.
Read the full article here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
Read the full article here: https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
REMINDER! Our next popular Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course is starting on Tuesday 13th January! The course helps T&O trainers understand the workings of the T&O curriculum and how it can help improve teachings. BOOK NOW at: www.boa.ac.uk/tots
December 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM
REMINDER! Our next popular Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course is starting on Tuesday 13th January! The course helps T&O trainers understand the workings of the T&O curriculum and how it can help improve teachings. BOOK NOW at: www.boa.ac.uk/tots
The British Orthopaedic Association sends warm wishes for a joyful Hanukkah to everyone celebrating. May this season of light bring happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones.
#Hanukkah #FestivalOfLights
#Hanukkah #FestivalOfLights
December 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The British Orthopaedic Association sends warm wishes for a joyful Hanukkah to everyone celebrating. May this season of light bring happiness and prosperity to you and your loved ones.
#Hanukkah #FestivalOfLights
#Hanukkah #FestivalOfLights
Hip and knee replacements, major trauma, long-term mobility conditions — orthopaedics touches so many lives. Join us in driving real progress. Support the Joint Action appeal to fund breakthrough trauma and orthopaedic research. Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
December 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Hip and knee replacements, major trauma, long-term mobility conditions — orthopaedics touches so many lives. Join us in driving real progress. Support the Joint Action appeal to fund breakthrough trauma and orthopaedic research. Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
Save the date! BOA – ORUK Consultant Preparation Course
📅 28th February 2026. Jointly organised by the BOA and ORUK, this course is designed for senior trainees and doctors preparing to apply for a T&O consultant role in the next year or two. Register now: https://bit.ly/49rHiMi
📅 28th February 2026. Jointly organised by the BOA and ORUK, this course is designed for senior trainees and doctors preparing to apply for a T&O consultant role in the next year or two. Register now: https://bit.ly/49rHiMi
December 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Save the date! BOA – ORUK Consultant Preparation Course
📅 28th February 2026. Jointly organised by the BOA and ORUK, this course is designed for senior trainees and doctors preparing to apply for a T&O consultant role in the next year or two. Register now: https://bit.ly/49rHiMi
📅 28th February 2026. Jointly organised by the BOA and ORUK, this course is designed for senior trainees and doctors preparing to apply for a T&O consultant role in the next year or two. Register now: https://bit.ly/49rHiMi
Just published today on BOA’s Orthopaedics Online! Read the runner-up essay from the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Anna Jones: ‘Getting it right from the front door: Introduction of a trauma admission proforma’. Read it here: https://bit.ly/4rStpgD
December 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Just published today on BOA’s Orthopaedics Online! Read the runner-up essay from the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Anna Jones: ‘Getting it right from the front door: Introduction of a trauma admission proforma’. Read it here: https://bit.ly/4rStpgD
Are you FRCS ready? Registration is NOW OPEN for BOA Ortho Update Course 2026! Taking place on 10th January 2026 in Manchester, it is for orthopaedic trainees at all levels and SAS surgeons to help you prepare for the FRCS exam.
Book now at- www.boa.ac.uk/OrthoUpdate
Book now at- www.boa.ac.uk/OrthoUpdate
December 10, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Are you FRCS ready? Registration is NOW OPEN for BOA Ortho Update Course 2026! Taking place on 10th January 2026 in Manchester, it is for orthopaedic trainees at all levels and SAS surgeons to help you prepare for the FRCS exam.
Book now at- www.boa.ac.uk/OrthoUpdate
Book now at- www.boa.ac.uk/OrthoUpdate
Registration is now live! Launching in 2026, the new webinar series from the T&O Education Partnership and BLRS begins on Tuesday 20th January 2026.
👉 Sign up now to secure your place: https://tinyurl.com/3z8dakns
👉 Sign up now to secure your place: https://tinyurl.com/3z8dakns
December 9, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Registration is now live! Launching in 2026, the new webinar series from the T&O Education Partnership and BLRS begins on Tuesday 20th January 2026.
👉 Sign up now to secure your place: https://tinyurl.com/3z8dakns
👉 Sign up now to secure your place: https://tinyurl.com/3z8dakns
Registration is now live! Running from Tuesday 13th January 2026, the Practice Ready Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Survey (PROFAS) webinar series is focused on exam-style learning. It is delivered by the T&O Education Partnership and BOFAS. https://tinyurl.com/2y75tpbn
The Bone & Joint Journal
The Bone & Joint Journal
December 9, 2025 at 12:40 PM
Registration is now live! Running from Tuesday 13th January 2026, the Practice Ready Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Survey (PROFAS) webinar series is focused on exam-style learning. It is delivered by the T&O Education Partnership and BOFAS. https://tinyurl.com/2y75tpbn
The Bone & Joint Journal
The Bone & Joint Journal
Across the UK, over 20 million people are living with MSK conditions, and more than 20,000 experience major trauma each year. Support Joint Action appeal and help fund pioneering research and Clinical Trials that transform lives. Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
December 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Across the UK, over 20 million people are living with MSK conditions, and more than 20,000 experience major trauma each year. Support Joint Action appeal and help fund pioneering research and Clinical Trials that transform lives. Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/jawinterappeal2025
The December issue of Journal of Trauma & Orthopaedics is now published! This edition includes the latest Presidential update from Fergal Monsell on his first 80 days, along with feature articles covering recent developments in T&O training. https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
December 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The December issue of Journal of Trauma & Orthopaedics is now published! This edition includes the latest Presidential update from Fergal Monsell on his first 80 days, along with feature articles covering recent developments in T&O training. https://www.boa.ac.uk/resource/jto-december-2025.html
Wishing the best of luck to all candidates taking UKITE 2025, running until 12th December 2024.
Use this chance to sharpen your skills and strengthen your preparation for FRCS (Tr & Orth) Section 1. Stay determined and trust your abilities — you can do it! www.boa.ac.uk/UKITE
Use this chance to sharpen your skills and strengthen your preparation for FRCS (Tr & Orth) Section 1. Stay determined and trust your abilities — you can do it! www.boa.ac.uk/UKITE
December 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Wishing the best of luck to all candidates taking UKITE 2025, running until 12th December 2024.
Use this chance to sharpen your skills and strengthen your preparation for FRCS (Tr & Orth) Section 1. Stay determined and trust your abilities — you can do it! www.boa.ac.uk/UKITE
Use this chance to sharpen your skills and strengthen your preparation for FRCS (Tr & Orth) Section 1. Stay determined and trust your abilities — you can do it! www.boa.ac.uk/UKITE
Read the winning submission of the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Colette Revadillo: ‘A quality improvement journey to optimise antibiotic management and enhance outcomes in paediatric osteomyelitis care’. 👉 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4oyBmEQ
December 4, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Read the winning submission of the 2025 BOA Medical Student Prize by Colette Revadillo: ‘A quality improvement journey to optimise antibiotic management and enhance outcomes in paediatric osteomyelitis care’. 👉 Read it here: https://bit.ly/4oyBmEQ
Stay Updated with the BOA. Here’s a few things that are coming up or on now!
✅5-12 Dec – UKITE registration now open
✅10 Jan – Ortho Update registration now open
✅13 Jan - Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course
✅28 Feb - BOA – ORUK Consultant preparation course
https://www.boa.ac.uk/
✅5-12 Dec – UKITE registration now open
✅10 Jan – Ortho Update registration now open
✅13 Jan - Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course
✅28 Feb - BOA – ORUK Consultant preparation course
https://www.boa.ac.uk/
December 4, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Stay Updated with the BOA. Here’s a few things that are coming up or on now!
✅5-12 Dec – UKITE registration now open
✅10 Jan – Ortho Update registration now open
✅13 Jan - Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course
✅28 Feb - BOA – ORUK Consultant preparation course
https://www.boa.ac.uk/
✅5-12 Dec – UKITE registration now open
✅10 Jan – Ortho Update registration now open
✅13 Jan - Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course
✅28 Feb - BOA – ORUK Consultant preparation course
https://www.boa.ac.uk/
What We’re Doing at the BOA!
✅Joint Action Winter Appeal is now open for donation
✅Robert Jones Medal and Association Prize opens on 1st January
✅Registration is now open for T&O Education partnership webinar with BOFAS
✅Registration is now live for T&O Education partnership webinar with BLRS
✅Joint Action Winter Appeal is now open for donation
✅Robert Jones Medal and Association Prize opens on 1st January
✅Registration is now open for T&O Education partnership webinar with BOFAS
✅Registration is now live for T&O Education partnership webinar with BLRS
December 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
What We’re Doing at the BOA!
✅Joint Action Winter Appeal is now open for donation
✅Robert Jones Medal and Association Prize opens on 1st January
✅Registration is now open for T&O Education partnership webinar with BOFAS
✅Registration is now live for T&O Education partnership webinar with BLRS
✅Joint Action Winter Appeal is now open for donation
✅Robert Jones Medal and Association Prize opens on 1st January
✅Registration is now open for T&O Education partnership webinar with BOFAS
✅Registration is now live for T&O Education partnership webinar with BLRS
Just published - Best Practice in Limb Reconstruction Surgery! The BLRS and BOA have jointly developed guidance outlining professional standards, consultant competency, and best practice for patients in limb reconstruction surgery. Read the full statement at: https://bit.ly/4rMnav0
December 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Just published - Best Practice in Limb Reconstruction Surgery! The BLRS and BOA have jointly developed guidance outlining professional standards, consultant competency, and best practice for patients in limb reconstruction surgery. Read the full statement at: https://bit.ly/4rMnav0
REMINDER! Our next popular Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course is starting on Tuesday 13th January! The course helps T&O trainers understand the workings of the T&O curriculum and how it can help improve teachings. BOOK NOW at: www.boa.ac.uk/tots
December 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
REMINDER! Our next popular Training Orthopaedic Trainers (TOTs) course is starting on Tuesday 13th January! The course helps T&O trainers understand the workings of the T&O curriculum and how it can help improve teachings. BOOK NOW at: www.boa.ac.uk/tots
Thank you to all the exhibitors at AI in Orthopaedics 2025, including MDU, J&J MedTech, MicroPort, HopCo, Gwen Fish Orthopaedic Trust and NEC Software Solutions. Find out more details on our website: www.boa.ac.uk/AI
AI in Orthopaedics and MSK 2024
The 2024 AI in Orthopaedics and MSK Conference will take place on Thursday 19th and Friday 20th December 2024 at the Royal College of Surgeons of England in London.
www.boa.ac.uk
December 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Thank you to all the exhibitors at AI in Orthopaedics 2025, including MDU, J&J MedTech, MicroPort, HopCo, Gwen Fish Orthopaedic Trust and NEC Software Solutions. Find out more details on our website: www.boa.ac.uk/AI