What is Synthes relationship with the AO?
The AO Foundation (AO) is a non-profit organization comprised of a network of surgeons who are committed to the study, practice, and teaching of AO principles and their advancement in the field of trauma and musculoskeletal surgery. Founded in Switzerland in 1958 under the name of “Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen,” or translated to “Association for the Study of Internal Fixation,” the AO today represents the world’s leading knowledge organization in osteosythesis. The AO organization works together with Synthes in the areas of research, development, education, and quality assurance in fracture treatment for the benefit of patients. Synthes is the commercial partner that produces medical devices based on advice and approval of the AO and in turn pays a royalty back to the AO on Synthes product sales. This funding allows AO to grow and continue its mission. More about the AO Foundation…
