What does NCOA mean in ORTHOPAEDIC

The North Carolina Orthopaedic Association (NCOA) is dedicated to providing a full range of orthopaedic services, including education, research, and policy development in the field. We strive to improve the quality of life for our members by enhancing access to evidence-based orthopaedic care.

All NCOA members are certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and have completed a minimum of five years of post-graduate fellowship training in one of the fourteen recognized specialties within the field. Our members are skilled in arthroscopic surgery, spine surgery, hip and knee replacement, sports medicine, pediatric orthopaedics, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery, trauma and reconstruction surgery.

Yes! The NCOA offers several continuing medical education programs throughout the year that provide vital information on relevant topics related to orthopaedics. Additionally we host nationally recognized courses in key areas such as arthritis management, sports medicine injuries and treatment options.

Membership with NCOA provides access to a number of resources designed specifically for orthopedists. This includes networking opportunities with fellow practitioners from across North Carolina who share common interests and experiences. Additionally members receive updates on relevant legislative issues impacting practice; discounts on liability insurance; priority access to job postings; short courses focused on hands-on technique; exclusive email newsletters; scholarship opportunities for medical students; scholarly presentations at our annual meeting; access to national meetings through our affiliate relationships; and much more!

As an NCOA member you have access to exclusive benefits such as discounts on professional liability insurance, discounted travel rates for medical meetings/conference participation as well as preferred hotel rates when attending CME seminars hosted by NCOA affiliates. Additional benefits include free peer-to-peer consulting sessions with experienced practitioners from across the nation as well as advocacy involvement within your local North Carolina community.

Absolutely not! Any licensed practitioner in North Carolina who specializes in Orthopedics can apply for membership with the NCOA regardless of their background or experience level. However please note that all applicants must be approved prior to being granted full access.

Generally speaking it takes approximately 2 - 3 weeks for applications submitted by mail or fax to be reviewed by our membership committee before approval is granted. Applications submitted online typically take less than 5 business days for review.

Yes - Annual dues must be paid each year in order for your membership status remain active within our association. Dues are based upon your level of membership (Active vs Associate) as well as geographic location - resulting fees vary accordingly.

No - There are no additional costs associated with joining or actively participating within our organization beyond applicable dues payments if applicable.