Student American Osteopathic Association of Orthopedics
Student Organizations Dublin
Our Mission
he mission of the Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) is to serve as a resource for students to network, collaborate, and learn from each other. SAOAO aims to educate and represent osteopathic orthopedic surgeons of the future.
Officers, 2025-2026
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Caitlin Wetzel |
| Vice President | Matt Rohl |
| Treasurer | Elyse Cerda |
| Secretary | Sam Zemis |
| Advisor | Jodie Foster, D.P.T. |
Dues: $15 Annually
Services Provided
SAOAO is dedicated to supporting medical students interested in orthopedic surgery through educational events, professional development, and networking opportunities within the osteopathic community. The organization serves the college and broader osteopathic profession by hosting workshops, guest lectures, and skills labs that promote surgical competency and mentorship.
Tentative Schedule for 2025-2026
Fall Semester:
- Sawbones Lab
- Fracture Conferences hosted by orthopedic residents at Doctors Hospital
- Collaborative events with PM&R Club, Clinical Anatomy & Pathology Club (CASC), and the Sports Medicine & Surgery Club
Spring Semester:
- "How to Match into Ortho" hosted by the orthopedic residents at Doctors Hospital
- Additional Fracture Conferences hosted by orthopedic residents at Doctors Hospital
- Casting and Splinting Lab