Uniting Experts to Transform Orthopedic Care
Our mission, history and the values that guide every study we fund.
Our Mission
Better evidence. Better orthopedic care, everywhere.
Raslan ORN exists to raise the quality and reach of orthopedic research by connecting investigators across borders, disciplines and career stages. We believe the biggest gains in patient outcomes come from research that is collaborative, reproducible and openly shared.
Our Vision
A world where every orthopedic decision is evidence-led.
We envision a global research community where a young investigator in Cairo, Manila or Lagos has the same access to mentorship, data and funding as one in Boston or Berlin.
Our History
2016
RORN founded by a small group of orthopedic surgeons and researchers committed to multi-center collaboration.
2019
Launched our first cross-continental spine registry, enrolling 12 partner institutions.
2021
Established the Young Investigator Fellowship, funding early-career researchers in 8 countries.
2023
Surpassed 250 peer-reviewed publications and 100 active members across 30+ countries.
2026
Expanding arthroplasty and trauma research divisions, with our largest annual conference yet.
What We Value
Scientific Rigor
Every funded study meets clear methodological and ethical standards.
Global Access
Opportunities open to researchers regardless of geography or institution size.
Mentorship
Senior investigators actively guide the next generation of orthopedic researchers.
Open Knowledge
Data, methods and findings shared openly to accelerate the whole field.