Orthopedic authors worldwide…it’s time to hear your voices! The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is announcing the forthcoming launch of JAAOS: Global Research & Reviews. This online-only journal will be an open access companion title to the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS).
AAOS Launching Open Access Journal
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“The AAOS has been committed to providing excellence in orthopaedic education on the world stage for many years, and the demand for AAOS products and services on an international level continues to grow. We have dozens of agents and distributors in more than 85 countries representing AAOS, ” said Academy President Gerald R. Williams Jr., M.D. in the December 5, 2016 news release. “JAAOS: Global Research & Reviews is a natural extension of our efforts. While encouraging submissions from everywhere, the journal will place a particular emphasis on content that originates outside North America, and on articles that may be especially of interest to international readers.”
As indicated in the news release, “JAAOS: Global Research & Reviews will critically evaluate and synthesize up-to-date information on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, reflecting the current state of orthopaedic practice and patient care. The journal intends to publish review articles, research articles and clinical trials, surgical techniques, case reports, and commentary for the benefit of orthopaedic surgeons at all levels of their careers, from residency on, as well as orthopaedic researchers and healthcare professionals with an interest in orthopaedics.”
“The journal will be under the leadership of William N. Levine, M.D., Editor-in-Chief, Jeffrey S. Fischgrund, M.D., Research Editor, and the entire editorial board of JAAOS. All submitted manuscripts will undergo the same rigorous peer review and strong ethical standards which have helped maintain the standing of JAAOS as a top world journal in orthopaedics.”
“Our new journal is an excellent opportunity for authors worldwide to have their papers published in an AAOS journal, ” said Dr. Fischgrund. “JAAOS Global Research & Reviews will publish high-quality original research and review articles monthly and the open access format allows all medical professionals with internet access to read and learn from respected authors around the globe.”
Dr. Gerald Williams told OTW, “Open Access publications have become more accepted in recent years. Currently, the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) lists more than two dozen (28) in orthopaedics alone. Internationally, a growing number of institutions that fund research are requiring Open Access publication for grant recipients. JAAOS began publishing research more than a year ago, and the creation of JAAOS Global Research & Reviews is a logical next step. With this new journal, we will be able to capture and share the best and latest orthopaedic research from surgeons throughout the world.”
“We know our plans are ambitious. However, we are confident that the strength of AAOS as a member organization, and JAAOS’ 23-year reputation as a leader in orthopaedic reviews, will ensure that we attract the absolute best available research for our first and subsequent issues.”
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This is a fascinating development. In my practice we've seen similar outcomes with the revised protocol. The key differentiator seems to be patient selection criteria. Has anyone else noticed the correlation with BMI thresholds?
Great point. I'd push back slightly on the conclusion, the sample size in the cited study is too small to draw population-level inferences. That said, the directional signal is compelling and worth a larger RCT.
We implemented a similar approach last year. Early results are promising but we're still gathering 12-month follow-up data. Happy to share our protocol if anyone is interested.
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