OTA will host our colleagues from the Colombian Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT) in 2024 and are excited for the chance to recognize their contributions and achievements. In addition, OTA will welcome both Ukraine and the Cuban Society of Orthopedics and Trauma (SCOT) as our second Guest Nation countries for the 2024 Annual Meeting.
- Membership application fee waived for Guest Nation applications ($50 USD value)
- Complimentary 1st year Membership Dues for Guest Nation new members ($200 USD value)
2024 Colombia - Guest Nation Flyer in Spanish / Guest Nation Flyer in English
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 |