REAL (Representation, Engagement, Achievement, Leadership) Mentorship

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR REAL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED. 
The REAL Mentorship Program is open to all applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, or national origin. We welcome individuals who share our commitment to fostering a more inclusive orthopaedic community. 

The Hip Society will develop and nurture a diverse community of clinicians who are dedicated to advancing the care of patients with hip disorders through a commitment to research and education. The Hip Society is committed to increasing the sex, gender, race, religious and ethnic diversity within its members, reflective of the communities we serve. The Hip Society believes that by fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization we will be better able to serve our patients, the orthopaedic community and our profession.

"I am excited to be part of the REAL Mentorship Program and to learn alongside leaders who are shaping the future of hip and knee arthroplasty. This is an amazing opportunity to learn, contribute, build meaningful relationships, and help move our field forward." - Elizabeth Lieberman, MD

"I am so honored to be able to participate in the REAL Mentorship program. Being afforded the opportunity to learn and grow with guidance from the leaders in our field is something I look forward to as I strive to contribute to the growth of our specialty through research and clinical innovation." - Katharine Harper, MD

The Hip Society and The Knee Society are committed to fostering the next generation of leaders in arthroplasty from underrepresented segments of our orthopaedic community.  Whether your participation in this program leads you down the path of membership in The Hip Society and/or The Knee Society, it is sure to broaden your exposure to some of the world’s most recognized and respected names in our field, to facilitate personal connections, and for us – to enrich our organizations through new and lasting relationships and thought exchange with emerging leaders.

The REAL Mentorship Program is open to all applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, or national origin. We welcome individuals who share our commitment to fostering a more inclusive orthopaedic community.