Advocating for Orthopaedic Care in Canada
AdvoOrtho – Advocating for Orthopaedic Care in Canada – is the advocacy initiative developed by the Canadian Orthopaedic Association, servicing the orthopaedic community including, but not limited to, surgeons, allied health professionals and patients. The Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA) was established in 1945 as an organization for Canadian orthopaedic surgeons to count on to uphold their interests and advocate for the profession and excellence in care.
Our Priorities
- Mobility disabilities are a growing concern
- Canada’s aging population is rapidly increasing
- Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions remain a leading cause of disability
- Demand for orthopaedic care is rising
- Without investments in orthopaedic care, mentorship for early-career surgeons, and collaboration with allied health professionals, Canada risks longer wait times, increased disability rates, and reduced quality of life for seniors.
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Celebrating Canadian Orthopaedic Care Day 2025: Bridging Generations in Orthopaedic Care
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 marks a significant event in the Canadian healthcare calendar — the Fourth Annual Canadian Orthopaedic Care Day.
This year’s theme, ‘Bridging Generations in Orthopaedic Care,’ emphasizes the importance of mentorship between senior surgeons and early-career surgeons to address the challenges of an aging population. Canadian Orthopaedic Care Day was created to be a beacon of raising awareness on current situations in orthopaedic care to those who practice it, health authorities and policy makers.
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