AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC)

The AO ITC streamlines and drives innovation projects.

The AO ITC's activities include the development of clinical solutions with industrial partners, innovation gathering, proof-of-concept studies with innovators, strategic investment in IP, technology, or companies, and evidence creation through clinical research.

AO innovation funding

Driving your idea to success with our expertise and funding

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Medical Scientific Affairs

Providing medical and scientific support for AO clinical studies

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Clinical Operations

Conducting high-impact clinical studies for better patient care

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AO Technical Commission

Supporting the development and clinical testing of new devices

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Knowledge Forums

Generating and disseminating knowledge in expert-driven groups

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Learn how the AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC) develops new tools, techniques, and approaches that improve patient outcomes.

Introduction to AO ITC and AO Technical Commission

Technology Transfer and Clinical Evidence

Take the complete AO center tour and learn how education, innovation translation, and research and development work together to drive progress in our fields.

"Innovation at the AO has remained the same, finding solutions to clinical problems—meeting patient treatment needs. What has changed is implementation and the way that innovation is moving forward."

Robert McGuire, AO Past President