What is Journal Club?
Each week the expert Orthopaedic surgeons of the APOA will choose a journal article spotlighting some exciting research in the field of orthopaedics.
This research will be summarized, presented and a series of open question posed to the members of journal club.
Then over the week the journal club will be able to share and discuss their views in the journal club forum. You'll be able to "like" viewpoints you agree with and post your replies to arguments you wish to rebut.
Level Up and earn Badges and Certificates
As you participate in Journal Club you earn experience points (xp). Once you have enough xp you level up! You can compare your level to other members of Journal Club.
This table shows how you can earn XP!
| Action | Xp awarded |
|---|---|
| Write a post. | 10 |
| Recieve a "like" on a post | 20 |
| View a Journal Club Discussion (once per day) | 25 |
| Submit your Feedback for a Journal Club | 200 |
| Achieve a Badge | 300 - 2000 |
When you reach certain levels you will earn yourself a ceritficate.
Earning XP in Journal Club can support your applications for APOA programs and fellowships
Who can join Journal Club?
Journal Club is open to all members of the APOA.
Additionally you can join if you are a trainee orthopaedic surgeon. First sign up for an APOA online account providing details of your training program. Next once you have made account return to journal club to apply for access.
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- editingmoderator: David Siew-Kit Choon