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AAOS Advocacy Podcast

American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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The AAOS Advocacy Podcast covers the latest health policy issues affecting musculoskeletal health. Each episode features expert insights on the changing landscape of orthopaedics and advocacy efforts to advance quality and access to care. Part of “The Bone Beat” orthopaedic podcast channel.
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Members and affiliates of the American Orthopaedic Association (AOA) interview guests to highlight lessons in orthopaedic leadership. Interviews include orthopaedic leaders, faculty and leaders within orthopaedic departments at academic institutions and large practices, health care system leaders, rising leaders, and other medical leaders. Thanks to @iampetermartin for his contribution of introduction and conclusion jazz music.
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Hosts Pharmacist Paul White and Compounding-Pharmacist Brad White from the Medicine Center Pharmacies of Canton, Louisville, Minerva and New Philadelphia Ohio educate the community about the benefits of prescription management and health-related items. Their weekly guests include physicians, area experts and many other professionals to answer your questions and take your calls at 330-450-1480. A lot has changed in the health care industry and Paul and Brad keep you up to date. Fridays at 9am.
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Dr. Alex Jahangir, MD, FAOA, an Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, spoke with Dr. Douglas W. Lundy, MD, MBA, FAOA, about the governmental influence on change of culture in orthopaedics. Dr. Jahangir shared his experience as the Chair of the Board of Health and the COVID-19 Taskforce, during the global pandemic. Taki…
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Comedian and ophthalmologist Dr. Will Flanary, better known as Dr. Glaucomflecken by his 4 million followers on social media, recently sat down for an exclusive interview during the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting. He shared his story of going from patient to accidental healthcare advocate and explained how he uses medical satire to entertain and bring at…
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In the journey toward better health and well-being, the guidance of a skilled dietitian can be invaluable. Dietitians are trained experts in nutrition who specialize in helping individuals make meaningful changes to their diet and lifestyle to achieve their health goals https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/aultcare-dieticians-joy-benjamin-and-tori-harget…
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Drs. Douglas W. Lundy, MD, MBA, FAOA and Aaron Brandt, MD, sat down with Dr. Matthew R. Schmitz, MD, FAOA to discuss the development of two new Lessons in Leadership Podcast Series. Dr. Lundy discussed his intention to interview different leaders on the topic of the future in orthopaedics. This primarily involves changes in culture, employment, and…
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Aultman Deuble Heart & Vascular Hospital is the largest group of board-certified cardiologists in Stark County who are committed to delivering scientifically based diagnostic and treatment options. Dr Qureshi Cardiologist is joining us in this episode to talk about Cardiovascular care. https://www.medshoprx.com/blog/dr-ataul-qureshi-md-aultman-deub…
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This episode of Health Matters is focused on our new Cost Plus Generic Prescription Savings program called the Health Matters Membership Savings Program. Pharmacists Paul White and Brad White discuss what the components of the Membership Program include, what the Cost Plus model means to patients, and other popular pharmacy services. http://www.med…
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Recorded on Monday, February 12 at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, this episode sits down with the current and former chairs of the AAOS Orthopaedic PAC to celebrate its 25th anniversary. They discuss its new logo and tagline, key milestones and advocacy victories over the years, the importance of political engagement for physicians, as well as on-si…
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The American Heart Association was founded by 6 cardiologists in 1924 and has become the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Heart disease is the number one killer worldwide, and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they cause disability and di…
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In this episode, returning guest and health policy researcher Brian Miller, MD, talks about the opportunity physicians have to improve care for patients outside of their regular practice. From engaging in advocacy efforts to lending their unique perspective in policy discussions, doctors can be instrumental in finding creative solutions to today’s …
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Matthew R. Schmitz, MD, FAOA, sat down with the Chief of Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania, Neil P. Sheth, MD, FAOA, to discuss ways that young orthopaedic surgeons can be efficient early in their practice. Throughout their conversation, they articulate three key points to being efficient: managing your attention and energy, finding a work-…
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In this episode, we talk about the future of orthopaedics and the policy challenges facing our newest surgeons. Resident leader Kevin Weisz, MD, who recently attended the National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., shares his perspective on issues such as prior authorization, safety in the workplace, as well as reimbursement. Gu…
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The Aultman Ambassador Program (AAP) is a youth-led engagement program that supports Aultman’s Mission of leading our community to improved health by reaching beyond the hospital walls impacting youth and staff at the school including their peers, families, and community. The program instills sustainable healthy behaviors and habits for overall hea…
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AOA President, Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, connected with Australian Orthopaedic Association (AOA) Past President, Dr. Chris Morrey, to discuss their new programs that have been put into place to diversify the orthopaedic specialty, how the AOA is trying to improve healthcare in regional/rural areas, and how they implemented competency based training …
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AOA President Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, connected with New Zealand Orthopaedic Association (NZOA) President, Haemish Crawford, FRACS, to discuss the structure of orthopaedics in New Zealand, the status of the workforce, and the best way to provide value to young orthopaedic surgeons. The discussion led to an in-depth conversation about the challenge…
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Dr. Stender is with OrthoUnited, a newly formed joint practice between the former Spectrum Orthopaedics and Omni Orthopaedics. Dr. Stender is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in sports medicine, specifically with the knee and shoulder. https://www.medshoprx.com/blog https://orthounitedohio.com/doctors/zachary-c-stender-ms-md/…
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AOA President Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, connected with Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA) Past President, Laurie Hiemstra, MD, PhD, FRCSC, to discuss her unusual path to leadership, her plan for improving diversity in orthopaedics, and the most pressing critical issues affecting the COA. While waitlisting and licensure issues between provinces c…
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If you are 65 years old or older, you have been receiving lots of calls, letters, and emails regarding the Medicare Open Enrollment period from October 15 through December 7. What you may not know is that nationally, roughly 70% of Medicare patients do not review their plan during the open enrollment period. That can be scary and leave opportunitie…
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Now more than ever, physicians are experiencing instability and uncertainty in their payment reimbursement. This episode addresses the gap between physician reimbursements and the rising costs of running a medical practice continues to widen in addition to other important legislative issues. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02) has been …
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Breast Cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in our community and the nation. Aultman Breast Center is the first Stark County facility to ear “Center of Excellence” designation from the American College of Radiology. This program features Aultman Breast Cancer Center and Aultman Health Systems Dr. Sabrina Shilad, Dr. Eve Klenotic and Dr. D…
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As the shift towards value-based healthcare reform gains momentum, there will be major strategic and organizational changes to how care delivery is redesigned, measured, and reimbursed. This episode delves into the realm of value-based care, exploring fundamental concepts related to alternative payment models in clinical orthopaedics, and how Patie…
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AOA President Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, connected with South African Orthopaedic Association (SAOA) Past President, Dr. Basil Vrettos, to discuss his path to leadership, the importance of mentorship, the issues that face South African orthopaedists, and the intense training process to become an orthopaedic surgeon in South Africa. Mentorship has pla…
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AOA President Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, connected with British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Past President, Deborah Eastwood, MB, FRCS, to share her path to leadership, the importance of early involvement in your orthopaedic career, and the critical issues facing the BOA today. Dr. Eastwood discusses key topics such as backlog of cases, unhappiness…
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Host Alexander Aleem, MD, FAOA, welcomed Tanner Mitton, CEO and Alex Thomson, President of Medicratic, a company developed to offer a software solution to address Residency and Fellowship applicant evaluations. Tanner and Alex discuss how a trip to a medical conference in Philadelphia turned into the development of Medicratic. After a deeper discus…
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Back problems are among patients’ most frequent complaints to their doctors. Nearly 65 million Americans report a recent episode of back pain. Some 16 million adults — 8 percent of all adults — experience persistent or chronic back pain, and as a result are limited in certain everyday activities. Back pain is the sixth most costly condition in the …
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Episode Summary: The House of Delegates is the legislative and policy-making body within the American Medical Association (AMA). In this episode, orthopaedic surgeon and AMA Board of Trustees Member Dr. Michael Suk explains how the specialty is represented within the House of Medicine and how initiatives to advance the quality of musculoskeletal ca…
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2023-2024 AOA President, Ann Van Heest, MD, FAOA, joins host Charles A. Goldfarb, MD, FAOA, to deliver a history and background on the Orthopaedic Carousel. Dr. Van Heest explains the exciting process of the Orthopaedic Carousel as she joins each of the English Speaking Orthopaedic Society presidents at their respective annual meetings. Follow the …
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Dr. Richterman is with OrthoUnited, a newly formed joint practice between the former Spectrum Orthopedics and Omni Orthopedics. This is our second in a series of discussions with OrthoUnited. Dr. Richterman is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and wrist surgery with a specializing in tendon and nerve procedures and complex r…
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Dr. Stonestreet is with OrthoUnited, a newly formed joint practice between the former Spectrum Orthopedics and Omni Orthopedics. Dr. Stonestreet is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with training in hip and knee reconstruction focusing on complex primary and revision knee and hip replacements. https://www.medshoprx.com/ https://orthounitedohio.c…
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J. Benjamin Jackson III, MD, MBA, FAOA (APEX 2023 Cohort) sat down with APEX Cohort members: Christopher E. Gross, MD, FAOA (APEX 2023 Cohort), Kamran S. Hamid, MD, MPH, FAOA (APEX 2023 Cohort), and David E. Lazarus, MD, FAOA (APEX 2020-2021 Cohort), to discuss their experience with the APEX program. They talked about their reasons for joining the …
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Lengthy prior authorization processes delay care for patients and contribute to physician burnout. Using Texas as a case study, this episode explains how solutions like the federal version of the state’s GOLD Card law would streamline approvals for medically necessary care as well as make insurance requirements more electronic and transparent. More…
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Innovation in orthopaedic care faces stiff headwinds, but the relationships among stakeholders are not zero-sum. Following the in-person AAOS/FDA Townhall during the 2023 AAOS Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, leaders from both organizations sat down for an intimate conversation on the ways we can evolve together to improve patient care. They emphasized…
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Our guest is Ashley Everetts, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Lead, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation at Aultman Deuble Heart and Vascular Hospital. Are you considering quitting smoking, or is there someone in your life that you want to help quit smoking? When someone takes the big step of deciding to quit smoking, family, friends, and co-workers can make a …
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The debate over the pros and cons of physician-owned hospitals has spanned over a decade. Now as momentum builds in Congress to repeal restrictions on their growth and expansion, this episode explains how they help meet a growing demand for services, particularly in rural and underserved areas, and are an important piece of increasing competition i…
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Dr. Sherock offers routine gynecologic and obstetrical care as well as having an expertise in aesthetic medicine. His open minded approach offers everything from Botox® to water births. He has developed an excellent reputation for minimally invasive surgery and is sought out for single incision laparoscopic hysterectomies, as well as other minimall…
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Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the U.S. since 1949. Every year during the month of May our goal is to raise awareness about mental health. It’s an opportunity for all of us to come together and remember the inherent value we each hold — no matter our diagnosis, appearance, socioeconomic status, background or ability. We want eve…
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Parkinson’s disease affects more than one million people in the United States. Aultman Physical Therapy and the YMCA work together to provide rehabilitation therapy for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological conditions. Specifically, they work with individuals with Parkinson’s Disease to help them use their body more normally a…
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Douglas W. Lundy, MD, FAOA, MBA, joins hosts Alexander Aleem, MD, FAOA, and Charles A. Goldfarb, MD, FAOA, to deliver key insights derived from developing the first symposium session at the 2023 AOA Annual Leadership Meeting. Dr. Lundy outlines the emerging market trends and disruptive forces impacting healthcare delivery, which will be amplified i…
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It has been two years since the No Surprises Act was passed into law, yet it continues to face numerous legal challenges and iterations of rulemaking with regards to implementation. This episode dives into the latest developments and discusses what is and is not working with a guest expert focused on independent dispute resolution for healthcare pr…
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Do you remember a time when you had abundant energy and felt vibrant? When you slept well, you didn’t need caffeine, you were able to consume foods that didn’t result in weight gain. If you did gain weight you could make some easy adjustments and lose it fast. As we age, things change. Perhaps you are struggling to recall words easily or you are wi…
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Cohosts Alexander Aleem, MD, FAOA, and Charles A. Goldfarb, MD, FAOA interview David Ring, MD, PhD, FAOA, about his role as Moderator for Symposium 5: Culture of Safety Across All Professional Endeavors, at the 2023 AOA Annual Meeting. Dr. Ring discusses his personal experience with culture of safety and how it has evolved in the fifteen years that…
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At Yanke Bionics, their philosophy is that life should be lived to its fullest extent. It’s about a spirit, a winning life, and accept no limitations. Their mission is to help patients attain their personal goal. Whether a prosthetic or orthotic device is needed, Yanke Bionics can help create a customized bionic device that enables patients to enjo…
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In his last episode as podcast host and chair of the AAOS Advocacy Council, Dr. Douglas Lundy passes the torch to orthopaedic spine surgeon Dr. Adam Bruggeman. Recorded live at the 2023 Annual Meeting, Drs. Lundy and Bruggeman run through some of the most pressing issues threatening musculoskeletal care. Guest: Adam Bruggeman, MD, FAAOS, Incoming C…
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How can orthopaedic surgeons play an important leadership role in the bone health care of patients? Kelly Krohn, MD, FACR, CCD, is a board certified and fellowship trained rheumatologist with The CORE Institute. Dr. Krohn shares powerful illustrations of the importance of integrating bone health specialist perspectives into orthopaedic practice. Ky…
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Aultman general surgery specializes in general surgery with a wide scope of procedures, including the latest in robotic assisted surgeries for the highest level of comprehensive surgical care. State of the art treatments include robotic assisted minimally invasive procedures, colon and rectal cancer surgeries, comprehensive breast care, abdominal a…
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As we approach International Women’s Day 2023, this episode from the vault discusses the power that women bring to orthopaedic advocacy. AAOS leader, political pro, and seasoned advocate Claudette Lajam, MD, FAAOS, explains how their unique empathy towards patients and perspective on issues are invaluable to policy discussions and advancing musculo…
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February is American Heart Month. Why do we observe American Heart Month every February? Well, every year more than 600,000 Americans die from heart disease. The number one cause of deaths for most groups, heart disease affects all ages, genders, and ethnicities. Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and exc…
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It’s hard to consider a “Top 10” list and not think of David Letterman. Did you know his first “Top 10 list” was on his show on September 18, 1985, and that very first top 10 list was “The top ten words that almost rhyme with peas.” There is of course a top ten list of David Letterman’s best top 10 lists which includes favorites like “the Top 10 wa…
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You have probably watched a commercial for SingleCare and watched Martin Sheen as he helped someone save money on a prescription. After all, who doesn’t want to save money on prescriptions. If you have used SingleCare or Good Rx to help save money on prescriptions, you know it isn’t always easy. You have to go to their website, print a coupon or sa…
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Cohost Alexander Aleem, MD, FAOA, interviews podcast cohost, Charles A. Goldfarb, MD, FAOA, about his role as chair of the 2023 AOA Annual Meeting in an exclusive event preview. Dr. Goldfarb discusses the important symposia topics featured at the meeting, including sessions on the impact of gun violence on orthopaedics, curbing bad behavior within …
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This episode features a conversation with two physician members of Congress: U.S. Representatives Larry Bucshon, MD (IN-08), who spent 15 years in the private sector as a cardiothoracic surgeon, and Greg Murphy, MD (NC-03) who is a practicing urologist. They discuss how the Healthy Future Task Force is tackling policy problems in the 118th Congress…
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