Welcome to The AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge Program

Welcome to ROCK!

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The AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) online learning platform is the only multimedia learning tool that establishes a core knowledge baseline required for orthopaedic practice and is aligned to the ABOS Part 1 Exam blueprint. It also enables program directors to direct and track their residents' learning throughout their residency training.

Bundle Pricing on Ortho's Most Powerful Suite of Residency Tools

ROCK, ResStudy, and OITE are now available at a discount when you buy the bundle. This dynamic trio integrates with your residency program to provide a comprehensive roadmap for residents meticulously curated by leaders in the field of orthopaedics.

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AAOS News

Celebrate Pride!

June 01, 2025

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ROCK User Guide

May 31, 2025

Pro tips & tricks for residents and program directors!...

 

Upcoming Opportunities

Hands-On Course
AAOS Fundamentals of Knee and Shoulder Arthroscopy for Orthopaedic Residents
September 4-6, 2025

AAOS 2026 Call for Applications & Abstracts
Don’t miss your chance to experience the AAOS Annual Meeting from the podium in New Orleans.
Upcoming Deadlines

NEW Hands-On Course
OrthoSkills: Techniques in Sports Medicine and Total Hip
September 26-27, 2025