SAOA 2026 Delegate Registration | Life, Honorary, Emeritus and Exco members

  • SAOA 2026 Congress Life, Honorary, Emeritus and Exco member registration

    Active SAOA membership registration. Please contact membership@saoa.org.za for queries or membership number and status.

  • Press Enter or click on below button to submit your membership number for verification. Then wait for the green tick and approval BEFORE you click on the next button to proceed. Membership number should be format 4567.

  • Membership details

    Email address, address information and mobile number reflected below correspond with the information that is currently on the SAOA Membership database. This information is hidden for security/privacy and will be reflected on your registration confirmation. Please email membership@saoa.org.za should you want to update your membership information on the database. You can also type updated information in the respective fields below to submit corrected information.
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  • Delegates may save their registration as a draft and receive an email link to complete the process later. Click Save at any stage during the registration process.

  • Daily Attendance:*
  • Delegate dietary preference*
  • Networking function on Monday evening, 31 August 2026.*
  • Do you have an accompanying person joining you at the congress?*
  • Accompanying person dietary requirement*
  • Please indicate your interest. You can select more than one option.*

  • Mentoring Network session"Ask me anything: Real Conversations, Real Insights." Wednesday, 2 September | 08:00 - 10:00

    Join us for an interactive Mentoring Network Session, “Ortho Mentorship Exchange - Real Conversations, Real Insights,” designed to bring early-career orthopaedic surgeons together with seasoned leaders in the field.This relaxed and engaging format places senior orthopaedic surgeons at round tables, ready to share their perspectives, experiences, and practical advice ona range of topics - from building a surgical career to navigating work-life balance and beyond. Participants are encouraged to circulate freely between tables, selecting mentors and discussions that align with their interests and questions. This is a unique opportunity to engage in open, honest dialogue with some of the most respected voices in orthopaedics – no presentations, no slides, just meaningful conversations.
  • Are you interested in participating in this session as a mentor or mentee?*

  • Mentor

    Building on last year’s successful format, we have invited junior surgeons and registrars to share the key questions and pressing topics they have always wanted to explore with senior colleagues. The session aims to create an open space to discuss real-world issues such as balancing career and personal life, navigating caree rprogression, and gaining practical insights into transitioning into private practice - all while maintaining a sustainable and fulfilling personal life.
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