The 2025 BOA Annual Congress will take place on 16th - 18th September at the ACC, Liverpool. Late registration remains open for all members and non-members.

The September issue of the BOA's Journal of Trauma & Orthopaedics is now published! Read the latest President update from Mark Bowditch and a selection of feature articles including analysis of implant retrievals. The subspecialty section, guest edited by Mark Bowditch, covers the current focus of NHS reform on prevention and aligns with this year’s Congress theme.

Explore our collection of BOA and Joint Action merchandise, featuring high-quality accessories that let you show your support for orthopaedics with style. Whether you're looking for a classic BOA tie, elegant brooch, stylish cufflinks, we have something for everyone. Joint Action running and cycling jerseys are also now available for purchase.

Find out more about Sustainability in T&O and access resources focusing on healthcare and the surgical specialties

Within this section you will find resources to help inform and support patients who are considering or preparing for operations and procedures.

The British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) is the Surgical Specialty Association for Trauma and Orthopaedics in the UK. Trauma and Orthopaedic surgery can not only help people stay active for longer by increasing mobility, but also help enable people to return to work, and live more independently.