AO North America Trauma Representative Election Begins Today – Your Vote Matters!
Message sent on behalf of Brett Crist, MD, Chair, TNA Nominating Committee
Dear AO Trauma Member,
We are excited to announce that the election for the AO North America Trauma Representative on the AO NA Board of Directors starts today! As a practicing surgeon and member of AO Trauma in North America, you are eligible to participate in this important election.
Candidate Information:
The AO TNA Nominating Committee (NomCom) received 10 nominations, and eight nominees accepted. After a thorough review, all eight were deemed qualified for the position. However, one candidate later withdrew, leaving the following seven candidates on the ballot:
- Timothy Achor, MD
- Jaimo Ahn, MD
- Michael Baumgaertner, MD
- Lisa Blackrick, MD
- Chaitanya Mudgal, MD
- Mara Schenker, MD
- Michael Sirkin, MD
Election Process:
We will be using a ranked choice voting system (Borda Count Method) for this election. You will rank your top three candidates, and points will be awarded as follows:
- 3 points for each 1st place vote
- 2 points for each 2nd place vote
- 1 point for each 3rd place vote
If a candidate receives more than 50% of the possible points, they will be elected as the Trauma Representative. If not, the top three candidates will proceed to a final round, where you will select only one candidate.
Next Steps:
You will receive a separate email today with a link to cast your vote. The first round of voting will conclude at 5:00 PM ET on Thursday, 17 October.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jennifer Jones at jones.jennifer@aona.org or call 484.609.0211.
Thank you for your participation in shaping the future of AO NA Trauma!
Sincerely,
Brett Crist, MD
Chair, TNA Nominating Committee