115: Cervical Radiculopathy w/ Dr. Matteini
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We host Dr. Matteini on this episode, as we examine the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for cervical radiculopathy. Learn about the anatomy of the spine, the latest diagnostic techniques, and the best non-surgical and surgical approaches to managing this condition. Listen for expert insights on how to relieve that radiating neck pain! A board-certified and fellowship-trained spine surgeon and partner at Fox Valley Orthopedics in Geneva, IL a suburb of Chicago, Dr. Lauren Matteini specializes in the care and treatment of the whole spine – cervical, thoracic, and lumbar areas. Dr....
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Monday Missteps: The light bulb didn't go off on this one..
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Link to articles to read more: Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! This episode is sponsored by St John Associates. St. John Associates is a physician recruiting firm that was recommended to us by one of our listeners. They’ve been around for over 33 years, matched thousands of physicians with healthcare employers across the country, and their services are completely free to job seeking physicians. Their orthopedic surgery team, one of the top national recruiting...
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OrthoBiz: Contract Basics w/ Michael Johnson
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Sign up for early access to our upcoming finance course here>>> We host Michael Johnson in this episode as we discuss physician contracts and break down key elements every physician should know. From analyzing deals and understanding compensation models to navigating noncompete clauses and malpractice insurance, we cover it all! Michael Johnson graduated from Tulane Law School in 2014 and founded Michael Johnson Legal (MJL) in 2019 after practicing in business, insurance, and construction litigation. He founded MJL due to his passion for physicians. He believed they are...
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Monday Missteps: You sent this wrist fracture out?
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Link to articles to read more: Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! This episode is sponsored by St John Associates. St. John Associates is a physician recruiting firm that was recommended to us by one of our listeners. They’ve been around for over 33 years, matched thousands of physicians with healthcare employers across the country, and their services are completely free to job seeking physicians. Their orthopedic surgery team, one of the top national recruiting...
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114: Pectoralis Major Tendon Tears w/ Dr. Mora
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Mora to discuss Pectoralis Major Tendon Tears — a serious but increasingly common injury in muscular males aged 20-40, especially those who bench press or use anabolic steroids. Dr. Mora is a native of Orange County. He graduated from Anaheim High School in Orange County CA, and went on to complete his training at UC Irvine where he earned top of his class honors with his induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society honors. From there, he completed his Orthopedic Surgery training at USC, followed by the completion of a Sports Medicine,...
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Monday Missteps 7: Sure I'll help you move..What's the worst that can happen?
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Enjoy this episode, centered around a missed elbow injury. This series was made for us to learn and improve from hearing mistakes that have happened in orthopaedic surgery. If you have a story that you would like to share, email us at . Link to article mentioned in this episode: Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! This episode is sponsored by Arthrex: Do you ever find yourself explaining the same orthopedic conditions over and over to your...
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Ortho Finance 17 - Term Life Insurance w/ Lawrence Keller
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Is term life insurance the right choice for you? Find out in this episode as our guest, Lawrence Keller joins us to discuss term life insurance and break down: ✅ What term life insurance is & how it works. ✅ The key differences between term and whole life insurance. ✅ Why some choose term over whole life. ✅ The different types of term policies (fixed, increasing, decreasing, annual renewable). ✅ The benefits of term life insurance. ✅ Whether young doctors really need life insurance. Lawrence B. Keller is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and the founder of Physician...
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113: Achilles Tendinopathy w/ Dr. Humbyrd
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We welcome Dr. Humbyrd once again in this episode as we explore the continuum of Achilles tendinopathy. From tendinosis & microtears to peritendinitis, we break down the clinical signs, imaging findings, and the latest treatment options—both non-operative and surgical. Dr. Humbyrd received her B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and her M.D. from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. During medical school, she participated in a month-long ethics fellowship at the University of Oxford. After medical school, Dr. Humbyrd completed her residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Johns...
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Monday Missteps 6 - Put The Traction Pin In!
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Enjoy this episode, centered around Skeletal Traction. This series was made for us to learn and improve from hearing mistakes that have happened in orthopaedic surgery. If you have a story that you would like to share, email us at . Link to article mentioned in this episode: Ortho Essentials 101: The #1 prep course for orthopaedic surgery rotations and intern year. Join over 100 others and learn Orthopaedics! This episode is sponsored by Arthrex: Do you ever find yourself explaining the same orthopedic conditions over and over to your patients?...
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112: Peroneal Tendinopathy w/ Dr. Humbyrd
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How do peroneal tendonitis and tendon tears contribute to lateral ankle instability? What are the key mechanisms, risk factors, and treatment options? Dr. Humbyrd joins us as we take a deep dive into the anatomy of the peroneal tendons, how these injuries present clinically, and the best imaging techniques to confirm a diagnosis. We also break down non-surgical vs. surgical treatment options, including when a boot and physical therapy might be enough and when procedures like SPR repair, groove deepening, or tenodesis become necessary. Dr. Humbyrd received her B.A. from the University of...
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In this episode, we dive into a case of a 27-year-old soccer player whose ankle pain was initially dismissed, only to reveal a missed syndesmosis injury months later. We explore:
⚕️ The subtle signs of syndesmotic injuries often overlooked in the ED.
⚕️ The consequences of delayed diagnosis and non-operative treatment.
⚕️ How to avoid this common yet critical mistake in your practice.
Listen now and learn why a deeper look at imaging—and trusting your clinical instincts—can make all the difference.
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