The Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) is the voice of orthopaedic surgeons across our state—advocating for quality patient care, advancing professional standards, and supporting physicians in every stage of their careers. We are committed to strengthening orthopaedics through education, legislative advocacy, and community among Tennessee’s orthopaedic leaders.
Recent News
Legislative and Regulatory Priorities of the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society for the 2026 Session
As the 2026 Tennessee legislative session approaches, the Tennessee Orthopaedic Society (TOS) is actively monitoring a range of legislative and regulatory issues that may significantly affect orthopaedic practice, patient access to care, and the preservation of physician-led care models. These priorities reflect TOS’s ongoing commitment to advocacy, patient safety, and the integrity of musculoskeletal healthcare…
AAOS New Resources to Navigate Insurer Prior Authorization Hurdles
As insurers increasingly require prior authorization before procedural services, physicians are facing growing administrative burdens that can delay care and complicate clinical decision-making. The added paperwork and review processes have become a significant barrier for surgeons and their patients, prompting the development of new tools designed to streamline the process. To help physicians more effectively…
2026 TMA’s
Day on the Hill
MARCH 3, 2026
Capitol Hill, Nashville, TN
Doctors’ Day on the Hill is TMA’s annual policy briefing and lobby day in Nashville that connects physicians directly with lawmakers so they can advocate for their patients and discuss major issues affecting the medical profession in Tennessee.