Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO)
Student Organizations Athens
Our Mission
The Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) at OU-HCOM is committed to providing first and second year medical students insight into the different specialties within orthopedic surgery. Our mission is to educate our members by providing virtual and hands on learning experiences to the students.
Officers, 2024-2025 | |
| President | Antonios Karvelas |
| Vice President | Dylan Azadi Ardekani |
| Secretary | Grant Johnson |
| Treasurer | Joshua Gadelsayed |
| Philanthropy Chair | Mara Follmer |
| Community Outreach Chair | Connor Osmond |
| Advisor | Sergio Ulloa, D.O. |
Dues: $20 Annually
Services Provided
The Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) at OU-HCOM will provide a service to the Osteopathic profession by providing a new generation of Osteopathic Physician exposure, information, and experience within the specialty of Orthopedic Surgery. The Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) will also provide a service to the community through various philanthropic events including fundraisers and hands-on volunteering within the Athens Community.
Tentative Schedule for 2024-2025
The Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics (SAOAO) will hold 3-4 events per semester, including fundraisers, sporting and philanthropic events, meetings with orthopedic surgeons and/or residents, and exposure to clinical practices such as suturing, casting, sporting events, and "scrubbing-in". We plan to host events roughly once a month within the first 2 weeks of each month.
We additionally have the privilege to aid in medical coverage for the Arnold Classic in Columbus, OH, which will be held February 28th-March 2nd 2025 barring any unforeseen issues.