Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements May 6, 2010

Wounded in Action: An Art Exhibition of Orthopaedic Advancements, is an exhibit of art works inspired by experiences with the wounds of war. From World War II to Korea to Viet Nam, from the Gulf War, to Afghanistan to Iraq, thousands of uniformed service members have suffered severe musculoskeletal injuries. Their stories are told through the art on display in the installation. The exhibition also recognizes orthopaedic surgeons who, throughout history, have risked their own safety to care for military service members, to save lives and limbs, to advance medical treatments, and to conduct research and learn from war in order to better treat those who sustain orthopaedic trauma. The exhibition is produced and organized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).