OREF

OREF The Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) is the one foundation serving the entire ort How do we fund research and education?

OREF Overview
The Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation (OREF) is the one foundation serving the entire orthopaedic community. In 1955, leaders of the major professional organizations in the specialty — the American Orthopaedic Association, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the Orthopaedic Research Society — established OREF as a means of supporting research and education to

ward building the scientific base of clinical practice. Since 1955, the Foundation has raised nearly $95 million and holds a unique place in American medicine. Our Vision
OREF will be the leader in supporting orthopaedic research to improve function, eliminate pain and restore mobility. Our Mission
Improving lives by supporting excellence in orthopaedic research. Through gifts from orthopaedic surgeons, practice groups, medical centers, and industry we support research and education initiatives funded by OREF and by partner organizations. Governance
The Board of Trustees consists of approximately twenty individuals: orthopaedic surgeons and lay persons. The board is responsible for the governance of the foundation, while foundation personnel are responsible for daily operations.

"How do I access an application in proposal CENTRAL?""Who can apply for an OREF Grant?""Can I resubmit my proposal to OR...
04/24/2026

"How do I access an application in proposal CENTRAL?"

"Who can apply for an OREF Grant?"

"Can I resubmit my proposal to OREF?"

Get the answer to these questions and more on our Grant FAQ page: https://bit.ly/OREF-FAQs

The LOI is due TODAY! This $5,000 Resident Research Project Grant provides early research funding while helping resident...
04/22/2026

The LOI is due TODAY!

This $5,000 Resident Research Project Grant provides early research funding while helping residents gain valuable grant experience and build a strong foundation.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/46fnu9l

Letter of Intent is due TOMORROW!The LOI for the OREF Resident Clinician Scientist Training Grant is due April 22.This $...
04/21/2026

Letter of Intent is due TOMORROW!

The LOI for the OREF Resident Clinician Scientist Training Grant is due April 22.

This $20,000 grant supports residents committed to a research-focused career in orthopaedics.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3wFoUy7

Congratulations to Lori Jia, MD, of Cleveland Clinic.Dr. Jia earned first place at the 2026 OREF Resident Research Sympo...
04/21/2026

Congratulations to Lori Jia, MD, of Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Jia earned first place at the 2026 OREF Resident Research Symposium – Midwest Region for her research titled:
“Preoperative Psychiatric Diagnosis Predicts Worse Patient-Reported Outcome Measures, Higher Dissatisfaction & Increased Health Care Utilization Following Total Knee Arthroplasty: Analysis of Over 13,000 Patients.”

View the complete list of winners: https://bit.ly/RRS-Midwest

Special thanks to our co-host, Washington University in St. Louis, for their partnership in making this event possible.

We also extend our gratitude to our sponsors and donors for their continued support of the OREF mission.

The Midwest Resident Research Symposium is Monday, April 20! Tune in to the live stream at 8am CDT to see the next gener...
04/17/2026

The Midwest Resident Research Symposium is Monday, April 20! Tune in to the live stream at 8am CDT to see the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons showcase their research.

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Has OREF made an impact on your career? Did an OREF grant spark your passion for research?We’d love to hear your story.E...
04/17/2026

Has OREF made an impact on your career? Did an OREF grant spark your passion for research?

We’d love to hear your story.

Email us at Communications@oref.org to share your experience.

One Week left!The LOI for the OREF Resident Clinician Scientist Training Grant is due April 22.This $20,000 grant suppor...
04/15/2026

One Week left!

The LOI for the OREF Resident Clinician Scientist Training Grant is due April 22.

This $20,000 grant supports residents committed to a research-focused career in orthopaedics.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/3wFoUy7

The $20,000 OREF Mentored Clinician Scientist Grant promotes the development of new clinician-scientists who have demons...
04/10/2026

The $20,000 OREF Mentored Clinician Scientist Grant promotes the development of new clinician-scientists who have demonstrated success as both a clinician and a researcher. Applications are due June 24, 2026.

For eligibility and requirements visit: https://bit.ly/47CJJr3

The 2026 OREF Resident Research Symposia season kicks off April 20!Watch our latest video to learn more about this excit...
04/08/2026

The 2026 OREF Resident Research Symposia season kicks off April 20!

Watch our latest video to learn more about this exciting program and how it supports the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons while advancing research & patient care.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/jvPN0nsz2E4

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