COA Bulletin
The June 2025 edition of the COA Bulletin captures the momentum of Canadian orthopaedics through clinical innovation, advocacy, and member leadership. National updates on same-day surgery highlight strategies to enhance access and efficiency across the system. Clinical features include contributions from Dr. James Howard on Current Concepts in Total Joint Replacement. Dr. Kristen Barton shares key insights from the Emerging Leaders Program, while Dr. Fay Leung is featured in a podcast episode exploring mentorship and career growth. On the advocacy front, COA members are leading change through grassroots efforts focused on surgical capacity and sustainability in the OR. Drs. Olufemi Ayeni and Sukhdeep Dulai outline strategic goals for the Association in their presidential reflections. This issue also features a National Grand Rounds session on the Role of AI in Healthcare offering practical perspectives on how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of orthopaedic care.
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June 2025 Edition
We’re proud to present the June 2025 COA Bulletin—our first edition since 2020 and the official relaunch of the Association’s flagship publication. This marks a new chapter for the Bulletin, now fully digital and redesigned to better reflect how our members engage with content today.
Originally launched in 1983 and transitioning from print to digital in 2015, the COA Bulletin has long served as a hub for communication, thought leadership, and collaboration within the Canadian orthopaedic community.
This relaunch edition introduces new content sections—including Presidential Messages, Clinical Insights, Advocacy in Action, Trainee Highlights, and more—offering a dynamic, twice-yearly platform for research, innovation, and professional growth.
We invite you to explore the new Bulletin, contribute to future issues, and connect with the evolving voice of Canadian orthopaedics.
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