BAJIS Membership Application Form
Criteria for Admission:
- *Professional Alignment: The applicant should be a professional or student in the fields related to musculoskeletal infections, such as orthopaedics, infectious diseases, microbiology, and related specialties.
- Motivation and Interest: The candidate should demonstrate genuine interest in orthopaedic infections, either by prior work, current professional role, or expressed motivation to be part of BAJIS.
- Reference by an Existing Member (optional but beneficial): While not mandatory, a reference from an existing BAJIS member can enhance the application’s merit.
- Commitment to BAJIS Objectives: Applicants should resonate with the objectives of BAJIS, including promoting research, enhancing education in bone and joint infections, and fostering collaboration.
Professional Alignment:
The applicant can be from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and need not necessarily possess a specific degree. BAJIS is committed to fostering a diverse and multidisciplinary approach to musculoskeletal infections. As such, professionals, academics, and students from the following backgrounds, among others, are encouraged to apply:
- Medical Specialties: Including but not limited to orthopaedics, infectious diseases, microbiology, plastic surgery, radiology, and traumatology.
- Nursing: Individuals actively engaged in clinical care, research, or education related to musculoskeletal health or infections.
- Allied Health Professionals: This encompasses a wide range of professionals such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dieticians, and more, who play an integral role in the management and rehabilitation of patients with bone and joint infections.
- Academics and Researchers: Those involved in research, teaching, or scholarly activities related to musculoskeletal infections or its associated fields.
- Others with Relevant Interest or Experience: BAJIS recognizes that passion and interest can come from varied backgrounds. Even if your professional role doesn’t strictly align with the aforementioned categories but you have a genuine interest or experience in the domain of musculoskeletal infections, your application is valued.