irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $189KRESEARCH GRANTS AND MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIPS DESIGNED TO AID IN FURTHER EDUCATING THE SELECETED FELLOW IN A NEW OR ESTABLISHED AREA OF EXPERTISE WHILE HELPING PROMOTE AND SUPPORT WOMEN IN THE WORLD OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy Webinar Series
Hosts educational webinars on topics including political engagement, leadership, and systemic challenges in orthopaedics.
Guide for Women in Orthopaedic Surgery
Published resource offering practical advice on career development, orthopaedic politics, advocacy, and work-life balance.
Medical Student Guide for Orthopaedic Surgery
Comprehensive guide co-produced with Perry Initiative to support medical students applying to orthopaedic surgery residencies.
Position Statements Initiative
Develops formal policy documents on bullying, pregnancy, parental responsibility, and sexual harassment in orthopaedics.
RJOS Mentoring and Professional Development
Provides career guidance, book recommendations, and webinars to support women in orthopaedic surgery at all career stages.
RJOS Speaker Volunteer Program
Maintains a database of women orthopaedic surgeons available to speak at conferences and institutions to promote representation.
RJOS Subspecialty Webinar Series
Features expert-led sessions on subspecialty topics such as hand surgery, with focus on research and clinical challenges.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
- Building organizational and member capacityDevelops member benefit programs, conducts biennial membership surveys, and creates initiatives for recruitment and retention. Supports professional development through programs like BUMP UP and the Professional Development Symposium, and fosters collaboration with other organizations promoting women in STEM.
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Medical Research Funding 1 activity
- Funding research and training in orthopedic surgeryProvides grants, fellowships, and scholarships to support clinical and basic science research in orthopedic surgery, with a focus on women's musculoskeletal health, as well as funding for medical students and residents to attend professional meetings and pursue research. Specific programs include the RJOS/Zimmer Biomet Research Grant, Jacquelin Perry, MD Resident Research Grant, and multiple named scholarships for students and residents.
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Scientific Conference & Symposium Management 1 activity
- Hosting annual meetings and educational symposiaOrganizes and executes the annual RJOS meeting featuring Research Day, podium presentations, panel discussions, guest speakers, and recognition of excellence in orthopedics. Also hosts biennial luncheons and symposia with lectures on orthopedic topics.
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Operating mentorship and networking programsRuns a structured mentoring program for medical students, residents, and fellows to support their entry into and completion of orthopedic residencies. Facilitates networking among women in orthopedics across career stages and co-hosts collaborative events to promote diversity and inclusion.
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Medical Professional Education & Training 1 activity
- Providing professional development and educational resourcesOffers a range of resources including webinars, an on-demand video library of Virtual Fireside Chats, practical career guidance videos, and publications such as the Medical Student Guide for Orthopaedic Surgery and The Guide for Women in Orthopaedic Surgery. Also maintains a career center for job postings and conducts podcast creation and social media outreach.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$518K
Contributions & grants$338K65%
Program service revenue$166K32%
Investment income$11K2%
Other revenue$3K
expenses
Total expenses$576K
Program expenses65%
Admin / overhead35%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$177K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$765K
Cash$534K
Investments$185K
Liabilities$71K
Net assets$694K
Liquid reserves15.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -4.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- ANNA ROSENBLUM COHEN MD — TREASURER
- CHRISTEN M RUSSO MD — PAST PRESIDENT
- CORINNA C FRANKLIN MD — PRESIDENT
- ELIZABETH LIEBERMAN MD — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
- JENNIFER M WEISS MD — PRESIDENT-ELECT
- JOTHI MURALI-LARSON — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
- LINDA L SULEIMAN MD — SECRETARY
- MEGAN CONTI MICA MD — MEMBER-AT-LARGE
relationships · 41
Who they work with
- #SpeakUpOrtho Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- AAMC Network — Refers members to AAMC CareerConnect as a resource for orthopaedic surgery positions.
- AAOS Network — Participates in the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons network, including referral to its career and committee resources.
- AAOS Partner — Collaborated with RJOS and POSNA to present a webinar on navigating disabilities in orthopaedic training and careers.
- AAOS Partner — Collaborates with RJOS on grant programs and facilitates access for medical students to attend its annual meeting.
- AAOS IDEA Grant Partner — Sponsor of the Medical Student Annual Meeting Scholarships in 2023.
- AAOS Now Partner — Collaboration through the Mentoring/Professional Development Committee by contributing content.
- AOFAS Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- Black Women Orthopaedic Surgeons Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- CORR Partner — Liaison relationship through the Scientific Committee; CORR is the official journal of RJOS.
- Development Committee Partner — Committee supporting fundraising and organizational development.
- Dr. Anna Miller Partner — Co-host of the Women in Orthopaedics Virtual Fireside Chat series
- Dr. Julie Samora Funder — Provides exclusive funding for the Julie and Quincy Samora Medical Student Scholarship.
- Dr. Kate Gerull Partner — Co-host of the Women in Orthopaedics Virtual Fireside Chat series
- Dr. Marlene DeMaio Funder — Provides exclusive funding for the Grace Marlene DeMaio Memorial Medical Student Scholarship.
- Dr. Quincy Samora Funder — Provides exclusive funding for the Julie and Quincy Samora Medical Student Scholarship.
- Eastern Orthopedic Association Partner — Collaborated with RJOS to enhance diversity and inclusion at the EOA 2024 Annual Meeting through joint programming and outreach.
- Education Committee Partner — Committee focused on educational initiatives for women in orthopaedics.
- International Orthopaedic Diversity Alliance Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- JBJS Network — Directs members to JBJS Jobs as a platform for orthopaedic surgery employment opportunities.
- JRGOS Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- MEND Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
- Membership Committee Partner — Committee within RJOS that supports organizational growth and member engagement.
- Mentoring & Professional Development Committee Partner — Committee responsible for guiding the mentoring program and professional growth of members.
- NYU Langone Department of Orthopaedic Surgery Partner — Sponsor of the NYU Langone Marian Frauenthal Sloane Medical Student Scholarship in 2023.
- Outreach & Engagement Committee Partner — New committee focused on expanding RJOS's reach and engagement with broader audiences.
- POSNA Partner — Collaborated with RJOS and AAOS to present a webinar on navigating disabilities in orthopaedic training and careers.
- Perry Initiative Partner — Partner organization with shared goals in fostering diversity and mentoring in orthopaedic surgery; co-developed the Medical Student Guide for Orthopaedic Surgery.
- Perry Initiative Partner — Provides scholarship support for medical students to attend the RJOS Annual Meeting.
- Physician Just Equity Partner — Co-sponsored the 2021 webinar on combating microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination in orthopaedics.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Resource-Sharing to Address Systemic Barriersmethodology: collaborative_resource-sharingBy creating structured opportunities for women orthopaedic surgeons to share resources and challenges collectively, the organization strengthens resilience and professional growth, because systemic barriers are best addressed through unified, peer-driven strategies.
- Equity-Advancing Research and Funding Prioritiesmethodology: equity-focused research fundingBy directing grantmaking and research support toward women's health and inclusive participation, the organization advances equity in orthopedic surgery, because targeted investment corrects historical underrepresentation and drives innovation in underserved areas.
- Inclusive Programming to Expand Participationmethodology: inclusive_programmingBy intentionally designing conferences and membership structures to include non-physician professionals and underrepresented perspectives, the organization fosters a more diverse and innovative orthopedic ecosystem, because inclusion at structural levels drives systemic change.
- Women-Centered Mentorship Across Career Stagesmethodology: mentorship-driven professional developmentBy integrating mentorship with professional development tailored to women’s lived experiences in orthopedics, the organization increases retention and equity in the field, because gender-informed support systems address unique structural and cultural challenges.