The Application Window is now closed.
Applicants will find out their status in early October 2026.
Introduction
Development of future leaders is one of the most important activities of any not-for-profit organization. Leaders possess the qualities necessary to lead an organization, provide a strategic direction, and ensure the growth of a profession.
In order to remain a strong and vibrant organization that can effectively champion the sub-specialty of shoulder and elbow surgery within the context of the national and international orthopaedic community, it is imperative that a diverse group of future leaders is developed to assume leadership roles for the organization in the years to come.
ASES highly values its volunteer leaders’ expertise, dedication, time commitment, integrity, and ideas that contribute to the advancement of research, education, and clinical practice in shoulder and elbow surgery.
J3P Health Leading the Program
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Eligibility Criteria
Candidate, Associate, and Active members are eligible to apply.
Program Requirements
Participation in the entire program, completion of reading material/assignments and mandatory attendance at three (3) face-to-face and three (3) Zoom meetings. Participation in 1:1 assessment followed by two (2) 60 min individual sessions. A testimonial after completion of the program. Willingness to serve on a standing committee (2-year term), subject to availability, flexibility, and time commitment.
Curriculum Outline
- Three 4-hour sessions in person
- Three 1-hour Virtual Sessions
- J3P Health will provide a customized and confidential report, unique to each person, which will be referenced throughout the course and is useful anytime as a developmental tool.
- Customized Health are Insights 360 Behavioral Assessment
- Two 60-minute virtual sessions with each participant to confidentially debrief the data from each assessment process.
Course Syllabus
Session 1: Introduction to J3P and the program, self-awareness, and introspection assessment results.
Session 2: Follow up to understanding, self-awareness, and leveraging your introspection assessment results.
Session 3: Review self-awareness and team results. Introduction to intra- and inter-personal dynamics. Giving and receiving feedback. Exercise being a learning mindful instrument.
Session 4: Review self-awareness and being a learning, mindful instrument. Share individual learning journeys thus far. Introduction to understanding leadership and how to be better at it.
Session 5: Review self-awareness, being a mindful instrument, and leadership basics. Multiple group & team relations exercises to practice listening, being curious, practicing empathy, and giving feedback. Conduct an After Action Review (AAR) with J3P.
Application and Review Process
Admission to the program will be based on an application process and review of each applicant’s submission by selected members of the Member Experience Committee, followed by the ASES Executive Committee’s approval.
The new application cycle is now open! The cycle will be open from Monday, July 21, 2025 – Monday, September 1, 2025.
Curriculum Timeline
IN-PERSON MEETING DATES (specific times TBD)
- Session 1: Thursday, March 5, 2026 during the AAOS Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA
- Session 3: Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the ASES National Office in Schaumburg, IL
- Session 5: Tuesday, February 16, 2027 during the ASES Open Meeting in Hollywood, FL
VIRTUAL MEETING DATES
- Introduction Session: Wednesday, December 3, 2026; 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Central)
- Session 2: Tuesday, May 5, 2026; 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Central)
- Session 4: Tuesday, December 1, 2026; 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Central)
* * * Attendance at all meetings is mandatory * * *
Travel Arrangements
Each participant will be responsible for making his/her travel arrangements and covering the cost of the flight, hotel, and meals in New Orleans, LA in March 2026, Schaumburg, IL in October 2026, and Hollywood, FL in February 2027. Participants actively attending the ASES Open Meeting and AAOS Annual Meeting are responsible for registration fees. The leadership training session at each event is free of charge.
Benefits of Participating in the Program
- Development of key leadership skills and competencies via a customized program for medical professionals.
- Development/enhancement of strategic, creative, and visionary thinking and excellent communication skills.
- Exchanging ideas and perspectives with a diverse group of volunteer leaders.
- Entering an ASES Leadership Track resulting in increased long-term member engagement in the society’s activities.
- Playing a significant role in advancing the profession and shaping the Society.
- Having an opportunity to enhance the value of ASES and ASES Foundation to the orthopaedic community.
Questions
Contact the ASES National Office at info@ases-assn.org.