Monday Missteps -They Sent lil Bill Home with Elbow Pain
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Don't miss these pediatric elbow injuries again! Articles: Supracondylar Humerus Fractures - Supracondylar Humerus Fx statpearls- Radiologic Considerations- Ped Supracondylar assessment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40544198/
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OrthoBiz 25: Trademark Law for Surgeons w/ Bailey Read
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Most surgeons spend years building their reputation, their practice, and their brand but never take the steps to legally protect it. In this episode, we discuss how trademark law and business structures play a critical role in safeguarding what you’ve worked so hard to build. From understanding the difference between LLCs and S-Corps to knowing when it’s time to file for a trademark, this conversation explains the essentials in a way that actually makes sense. If you’re growing a personal brand, running a private practice, or thinking about stepping into business, this episode will help...
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Monday Missteps- "Your Ankle is fine, Walk on it!
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Here is another episode from our Monday Missteps. Back by popular demand! We go over mistakes that have been made in the field of orhtopaedic surgery, and try to learn from one another about them! Are you heading to AAOS 2026 in March? Stop by booth 830 and chat with the consultants at St. John Associates Physician Recruiting. Their orthopedic surgery team, one of the top national recruiting teams in the ortho market, has over 30 years of combined experience in the market and hundreds of matches in all ortho subspecialties. Their services are always free to job seeking...
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118: Non-Opioid Pain Management in Orthopedic Patients w/ Dr. Biggs
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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Biggs to explore a powerful shift in orthopedic care, moving from traditional opioid-heavy pain management to a more effective, patient-centered, non-opioid approach. From his journey into joint replacement surgery to building a thriving private practice, Dr. Biggs shares real-world insights on what it takes to evolve as a surgeon in today’s changing healthcare landscape. The heart of this conversation looks into perioperative pain management and how a multimodal strategy is transforming patient recovery. Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge...
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OrthoBiz 24: How Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) Work w/ Dr. Spector
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Orthopedic surgery is in the middle of a quiet but powerful shift. Procedures that once required hospital admission are increasingly being performed in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs), and this change is transforming patient experience, physician autonomy, and the business of orthopedic care. In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Spector joins us to discuss why ASCs are becoming a dominant force in modern orthopedics. In this episode, we break down: Why more orthopedic procedures are moving out of hospitals. How ASCs are transforming patient experience, efficiency, and recovery. ...
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Shoulder & Elbow Citation Classics 10: Injuries in Throwing Athletes
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The goal of these episodes is to go over the most cited articles in a certain topic over the past 15-20 years to give learners an idea of what articles are being read and what are some of the important studies out there to read! In this episode we have Dr. Samuel Fuller, a resident at University at Buffalo, Matthew Corsi, a resident at Corewell East/Beaumont RO, Jalen Warren, a resident at Case Western Reserve University, Matthew Alben, a resident at University at Buffalo, and Danil Chernov, a second-year medical student at University at Buffalo. They discuss Injuries in Throwing Athletes....
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OrthoBiz 23: Alt Revenue Streams for Docs- IMEs, Expert Witness, Industry + more w/ Dr. Atanda
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Today we discuss Alternative revenue streams for physicians! So what are some things doctors can do outside of the clinic to make some revenue? We discuss some things in this episode! Alfred Atanda Jr., MD, is the director of the Sports Medicine Program, and a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist. He serves as assistant professor of orthopedic surgery and pediatrics at Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Atanda is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, completed an internship and orthopedic surgery residency...
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OrthoBiz 22: How coding + Billing works w/ Dr. Atanda
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We dissect the hidden truths of orthopedic practice, from team building to practice management, physician burnout, and more. We explore insights with Dr. Atanda about the skills that aren’t taught in medical school but are crucial for success. We discuss some of the general things and concepts you need to know about billing and. coding. Dr.Atanda gives us a great overview of some things that you may not have known! Alfred Atanda Jr., MD, is the director of the Sports Medicine Program, and a pediatric orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist. He serves as assistant professor of...
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117 Lumbar Interbody Fusion explained: OLIF, XLIF, PLIF w/ Dr. Zhang pt 2
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PART 2 In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Zhang, and we explore Lumbar Interbody fusion. We discuss indications, relevant anatomy, differences between ALIF, OLIF, XLIF, + much much more. Dr. Zhang is a board-certified, dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. He has a clinical interest in treating complex spinal deformity in adult and pediatric patients, including scoliosis and kyphosis, as well as robotic surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and the latest technology such as endoscopic spine surgery. His patient-centered approach involves...
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117: Lumbar Interbody Fusion- Incidations + ALIF Explained Pt 1 w/ Dr. Zhang
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In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Andrew Zhang, and we explore Lumbar Interbody fusion. We discuss indications, relevant anatomy, differences between ALIF, OLIF, XLIF, + much much more. Dr. Zhang is a board-certified, dual fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery. He has a clinical interest in treating complex spinal deformity in adult and pediatric patients, including scoliosis and kyphosis, as well as robotic surgery, minimally invasive techniques, and the latest technology such as endoscopic spine surgery. His patient-centered approach involves...
info_outlineWe 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. Matteini treats conditions such as nerve impingement, disc herniation, and stenosis alongside more complex procedures to treat deformity, scoliosis, or spine issues requiring revision. Degenerative disc conditions are common in her practice, stemming from both injuries and age-related deterioration.
Dr. Matteini graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC, and proceeded to Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, for her M.D. After medical school, Dr. Matteini completed her residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC, followed by a Spine fellowship at University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.
Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of cervical radiculopathy.
In this episode, we cover:
- Difference between radiculopathy, myelopathy, and myeloradiculopathy.
- Some causes of cervical radiculopathy.
- The anatomy of the spinal cord/nerve roots and their corresponding vertebrae.
- The typical non-op treatment for cervical radiculopathy.
- And many more.
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