About Us
The mission of the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society (RJOS) is to promote the professional development of women in orthopaedics throughout all stages of their careers. RJOS welcomes members of all genders to join our growing Foundation. RJOS offers a variety of benefits and opportunities to its members, including leadership courses to enhance leadership skills, scholarship and grant opportunities to support residents and medical students, networking with members at all levels, access to professional development resources, mentorship programs for both mentoring and being mentored, and the RJOS Annual Meeting that brings together over 1,400 members. These benefits aim to support the professional development of women in orthopaedics throughout their careers. RJOS provides scholarships, fellowships, and grants to its members, funded by industry groups and individual donors, offering research and educational opportunities for rising stars in the field. Additionally, RJOS offers sponsorship opportunities at various levels to support its mission of promoting the professional development of women in orthopaedics. Medical school chapters under RJOS provide benefits such as mentorship programs, scholarships for annual meetings, and access to a network of inspiring individuals.