OTA will host our colleagues from the Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) and are excited for the chance to recognize their contributions and achievements. In addition, OTA will welcome the Pakistan Orthopaedic Association (POA) as our second Guest Nation country for the 2025 Annual Meeting in Phoenix, AZ.
- Membership application fee waived for Guest Nation applications ($50 USD value)
- Complimentary 1st year Membership Dues for Guest Nation new members ($200 USD value) - Dues may vary based on the World Bank's country classification.
History of the Guest Nation Program
The Guest Nation program was initiated in 2011 in recognition of the importance of benefits of sharing knowledge and experience with international colleagues.
| Year | Country |
| 2011 | Italy |
| 2012 | Mexico |
| 2013 | China |
| 2014 | Brazil |
| 2015 | Germany |
| 2016 | India |
| 2017 | United Kingdom |
| 2018 | Netherlands |
| 2019 | Argentina |
| 2020 | Postponed |
| 2021 | Postponed |
| 2022 | Japan |
| 2023 | Spain & South Sudan |
| 2024 | Colombia, Ukraine & Cuba |
| 2025 | Australia & Pakistan |