Chris Heck, MDPresident's Welcome
Chris Heck, MD

I want to welcome my orthopaedic family to the 42nd Annual VACATION of the Southern Orthopaedic Association which will be held at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Marco Island, FL, from July 23-26, 2025.

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42nd Annual Meeting
July 23-26, 2025
JW Marriott Marco Island
Marco Island, FL

Presenter Instructions

View the Preliminary Program 
Current Scientific Program | E-Poster Presentations

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Download Registration Form (PDF)

NOTE: The Sailing & Shelling tour on Wednesday morning is sold out. We've added an afternoon tour from 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm. Give us a call at 866-762-0730 to reserve your spot!


Guest Speakers

Presidential Guest Speaker
Bruce Pearl

Distinguished Southern Orthopaedist
Dr. James "Bubba" Armstrong

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Hotel Reservations

JW Marriott Marco IslandJW Marriott Marco Island
400 S Collier Blvd
Marco Island, FL 34145

Reservation Deadline: June 30, 2025

 
If you still need a hotel room, please give us a call at 1-866-762-0730 for assistance, or call the hotel at 1-800-438-4373 to book your room at the current rates.

Transportation

Transportation to and from the JW Marriott is available through Naples Transportation & Tours. 

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