The Canadian Association of Orthopaedic Medicine

Founded in 1985 to advance orthopaedic medicine in Canada, CAOM is a national professional association for clinicians advancing musculoskeletal and pain care through education, certification, conferences, clinical resources, and a supportive community.

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Our Mission

Advance orthopaedic medicine through hands-on education, certification, clinical resources, and a trusted network for clinicians treating pain and dysfunction without surgery.

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Our Vision

A stronger Canadian community of practitioners leading evidence-informed, minimally invasive musculoskeletal and pain care.

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Our Goal

Support clinicians with practical skills, reliable standards, and innovative training in regenerative and injection-based therapies.

Board of Directors

Experienced healthcare professionals, researchers, and advocates who volunteer to promote best practices support ongoing education and foster innovation in orthopedic medicine.

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Dr. Aly Lakhani

President

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Dr. Louise Andrew

Director

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Dr. Jannice Bowler

Director

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Education, certification, conferences, and community for Canadian clinicians

We support physicians and allied health professionals with practical training in orthopaedic medicine, regenerative procedures, and non-surgical musculoskeletal care.

Learn

Explore evidence-informed education in musculoskeletal assessment, anatomy, palpation, and injection-based techniques.

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Certify

Validate advanced competency through CAOM certification pathways, including CROMIC.

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Connect

Meet colleagues at conferences and build a national network focused on better patient outcomes.

Advanced Clinical Education

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Hands-on training in anatomy, palpation, diagnosis, and injection techniques.

Courses are designed to strengthen clinical confidence and support evidence-informed, non-surgical patient care.

Hands-on training for real clinical practice

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Certification Programs

Conferences & Events

Community & Resources

CAOM in Practice

See education, clinical collaboration, and professional learning in action across our community.

What CAOM Members Value

Members rely on CAOM for practical education, certification pathways, conference access, and a community built around better musculoskeletal care.

“A practical association for real clinical growth.”

CAOM gives clinicians a clear place to learn advanced techniques, share case-based insights, and stay connected to a national professional network.

— CAOM Member Perspective

“Clear education and practical takeaways.”

CAOM sessions translate complex musculoskeletal concepts into skills clinicians can use immediately in practice.

— Member feedback

“A strong national network.”

The community aspect of CAOM makes it easier to connect across specialties, share ideas, and strengthen the field together.

— Member feedback

“Excellent support for non-surgical care.”

CAOM helps practitioners stay current with regenerative and injection-based approaches while keeping patient care grounded in evidence.

— Member feedback