Current Members: Pay Dues Online
Current members can pay dues online within myMembership in myISAKOS--simply click the blue Pay Dues button.
Dues must be paid in full in order to receive journal subscriptions.
New Member Information
ISAKOS was established to develop, support, and promote
charitable, scientific, and literary works that disseminate and further the
increased knowledge of arthroscopy, knee surgery and orthopaedic sports
medicine. ISAKOS works with regional and local societies that share similar
goals, providing a larger arena where these national societies and continental
organizations can combine their strengths in an international forum.
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Medical doctors qualified as orthopaedists, musculoskeletal surgeons, rheumatologists,
or the equivalent, from all countries, who are in good medical standing in their country of residence as
determined by a membership committee of the society. Active members are entitled to vote at all meetings of
the membership, hold office, apply for ISAKOS Research Grants, list Approved Courses and Teaching Centers,
and receive discounted registration rates at the ISAKOS Congress and courses.
Active Membership can only be awarded pending review at a meeting of the Membership Committee.
The Membership Committee meets at all annual AAOS Meetings and at ISAKOS Congresses.
Active Membership reviews will take place at these meetings and must be received at the ISAKOS Office
one month prior to the meeting.
To be considered for Active Membership, applicants must:
- Have completed all required sections of the online application
- Be current on dues owed
- Have at least one Sponsorship Request approved by an Active, Emeritus, or Honorary ISAKOS Member
- Have attended at least one ISAKOS Congress
Unless otherwise indicated, Associate Members meeting the requirements for Active membership
will automatically be forwarded for Active consideration at the next
Membership Committee meeting.
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Individuals who demonstrate interest or ability in the fields
of medicine or science and who have demonstrated an interest in arthroscopy, knee surgery,
and orthopaedic sports medicine shall be eligible. Associate members are not eligible
to hold office in the society and shall not be entitled to vote at meetings of the members
of the society. Associate members receive reduced registration rates at the ISAKOS Congress
and courses. Requirements for Associate Membership include:
- Complete all required sections of the online application
- Complete a Sponsorship Request online
- Submit a dues payment of US $409
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Individuals categorized as board-qualified specialists pursuing training
in a subspecialty related to arthroscopy, knee surgery, or orthopaedic sports
medicine (not to be confused with a member of a learned society or a graduate
student holding a position in a university or college).
- Fellow members may receive up to two calendar years of free ISAKOS Membership.
- Submit a verified letter of fellowship from fellowship program chair, or equivalent proof of fellowship (PDF)
Fellow members are not
eligible to vote at society meetings, hold office in the society, or be
upgraded to Active Membership. Fellow members qualify for the reduced
Fellow registration rate at the ISAKOS Congress and Courses.
Upon the conclusion of a Fellow Membership, a Fellow member has the option to upgrade to Associate Membership without having to reapply for membership.
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Qualified physicians who practice medicine in a relevant specialty under the
direct or indirect supervision of a senior clinician registered in that specialty.
- Resident members may receive three to seven calendar years of free ISAKOS Membership
- Residents must submit proof of residency and length of residency, including a letter of residency and written verification from their residency program Chair (PDF).
Resident members are not eligible to vote at Society meetings, hold office in the
Society, or be upgraded to Active Membership. Resident members automatically qualify
for the reduced Resident registration rate at the ISAKOS Congress and Courses.
Upon the conclusion of a Resident Membership, a Resident member has the option to upgrade to Associate Membership without having to reapply for membership.
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Medical students enrolled in a course of study related to arthroscopy, knee surgery,
or orthopaedic sports medicine leading to qualification as a Doctor of Medicine
(not to be confused with Residents or Fellows).
- Student members may receive up to four calendar years of free ISAKOS Membership
- Students must submit a verified letter of student enrollment from a professor, or equivalent proof of continuing education (PDF).
Medical Student members are not eligible to vote at Society meetings, hold office in the
Society, or be upgraded to Active Membership.
Upon the conclusion of a Medical Student Membership, the member has the option to
continue as a Fellow or Resident member or upgrade to Associate Membership without having
to reapply for membership.
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Individuals other than medical doctors, including professors,
registered nurses, physical therapists, scientists, and physician's assistants with an
interest in arthroscopy, knee surgery, and orthopaedic sports medicine. Allied Specialty
members are not currently eligible to vote at Society meetings, hold office in the Society,
or be upgraded to Active Membership. Allied Specialty members automatically qualify for
the reduced Allied Health registration rate at the ISAKOS Congress and courses.
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Any ISAKOS member of more than 10 years, who is
no longer practicing, may be eligible to become an Emeritus member.
Individuals may become/remain inactive by request, if he or she continues
to meet the requirements for active membership. Emeritus members shall not
be entitled to vote at meetings of the Society or hold elected office in
the Society.Emeritus Members receive select member benefits; access to additional
subscriptions such as OrthoEvidence and the Journal of Arthroscopy are
currently not included.
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Medical doctors qualified as orthopaedists, musculoskeletal surgeons, rheumatologists or the
equivalent from all countries who have had their dues paid through group membership, can be
accepted as group members upon approval by the Board of Directors. Group members may be
eligible for select member benefits. Group members shall not be entitled to voting privileges.
ISAKOS gratefully acknowledges the support for countries with limited resources provided by:
