AOFAS (American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society)

The AOFAS (American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the care of foot and ankle conditions. It develops standardized assessment tools, like scoring systems, to evaluate the severity of foot and ankle problems and the outcomes of treatments. These tools help doctors measure improvements and make informed decisions about patient care. Ultimately, AOFAS aims to improve the quality of orthopedic foot and ankle medicine through research, education, and collaboration among specialists.