In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Thomas Vail shares his story about tackling challenges in leadership and his sources of inspiration and motivation. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/J…

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guests Seth Leopold, MD (Editor-in-Chief, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research) and Kim Templeton, MD (Chair of Faculty Development and Associate Dean for Continuing Medical Education at the University of Kansas) in a discussion of the recent symposium and upcoming series of articles focusing…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Heather Vallier MD, discusses the history of orthopaedic trauma in North America with Anna Miller, MD. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.21…

As the EIC baton is passed, Mo and Marc reflect on their individual histories with JBJS, Marc’s legacy, and Mo’s vision for the future. Links: None Subspecialties: Orthopaedic EssentialsBy Mohit Bhandari and Marc Swiontkowski

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Robert Winquist, MD, an icon in the field of orthopaedic trauma, in a wide-ranging discussion on his career, his mentors, and the development of IM nailing. Links: Winquist RA, Hansen ST Jr, Clawson DK. Closed intramedullary nailing of femoral fractures. A report of five hundred and twenty ca…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guests David Martin, MD (Executive Director), David Elstein (Manager of Education and Communication), and Fred Azar, MD (Past-President) in a discussion of the history of the ABOS and plans to celebrate the organization’s 90th anniversary. Links: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery website: https…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the importance of keeping abreast of trustworthy, high-impact information outside of one’s subspecialty and being cognizant of the entire pyramid of knowledge—from across the field—that has the potential to improve patient care. Links: Schmaranzer F, Justo P, Kallini JR, Ferrer MG, Miller P, Bixby SD, Novais EN.…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guests Dr. Sheila Sprague (Research Director and Associate Professor PT at McMaster University) and Dr. Gerard Slobogean (Director of Clinical Research for the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine) in a discussion of the landmark PREPARE trial, focusing on ski…

On this episode of the See One Do One Podcast, we are speaking about not necessarily Orthopaedics! In this episode, we speak to the author of Dark Matter: The New Science of the Microbiome, James Kinross. The microbiome - our inner ecosystem of viruses, bacteria and other microbes - is critically important to our health and well-being. It is given …

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Dr. Saroo Sharda (inaugural Associate Dean of Equity and Inclusion for the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University; inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Lead at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario; anesthesiologist; and creative writing coach) in a discussion on (…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the value of basic science as a clinical research tool, with a specific focus on a recent JBJS study evaluating in vivo joint loads during swimming in patients with hip and knee prostheses. Links: Schemitsch EH, Kowalski MJ, Swiontkowski MF, Senft D. Cortical bone blood flow in reamed and unreamed locked intrame…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guests Drs. Hans Kreder, Joseph Schatzker, and Marvin Tile, for a discussion on the history of the AO, the importance of mentorship, and the development of (1) the Schatzker classification system for tibial plateau fractures and (2) the Pennal-Tile classification system for pelvic fractures. Subspe…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined once again by special guest Bob Schenck, MD (JBJS Deputy Editor for Arts and Humanities) for a discussion on the past, evolution, and future of the JBJS “What’s Important: Arts & Humanities” section, with an emphasis on the value of art in medicine. Links: Schenck RB Jr, Swiontkowski M. JBJS Arts & Humanities…

Join us for this special LIVE edition of the Orthohub STORIES podcast, where we dive deep into the life and legacy of a titan in British Orthopaedics, Professor John Keating. Recorded at the annual BOTA 2023 Congress our hosts Kash Akhtar and Peter Bates, unravel the captivating four-decade-long journey of John Keating, international man of mystery…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Jeff Husband reflects on his experiences as a Fellow at the Indiana Hand Center. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Epub…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the most impactful JBJS and OE articles from 2023 and make their predictions for important research themes in 2024. Links: OrthoEvidence. Operative vs Nonoperative Treatment for Proximal Humeral Fractures: A Meta-Analysis. ACE Report. 2023;303(5):9. Available from: https://bit.ly/3sQz90I OrthoEvidence. Posterior…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the upcoming JBJS article and accompanying editorial focusing on the often unpaid and unsupervised research year for medical students who wish to enter orthopaedics, with a call for faculty members to hold to up their part of the deal when mentoring medical students. Links: Tidd JL, Piuzzi NS. The Orthopaedic Fo…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Rick Matsen shares his memories on the life and legacy of Dr. Charles Rockwood Jr. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Ep…

Welcome to the first ever orthohub fireside chat brought to you in association with Conmed from the 20th year of the Sports Knee Surgery meeting. Enjoy this conversation between Kash Akhtar, Peter Verdonk and Al Getgood recorded live on stage in Birmingham: “what the experts really do- proven tactics for a smooth practice and avoiding pitfalls” In …

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Milton (Chip) Routt, MD, in a discussion of changes and innovations in pelvic fracture management, with specific focus on the development and benefits of percutaneous fixation. Subspecialties: Hip TraumaBy Mohit Bhandari and Marc Swiontkowski

Kash and Pete are back with a new episode! This time they are interviewing Dr Bryan Kelly (aka Mr Hip Arthroscopy) who is a pioneering sports medicine surgeon and also President, CEO and Surgeon-In-Chief Emeritus of the world-renowned Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. In this wide-ranging and fun conversation we discuss his jouney into orth…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are discuss several studies from the literature focusing on the value of gravity stress tests following ankle fractures. Links: Gregersen MG, Robinson HS, Molund M. Concomitant Unstable and Stable Gravity Stress Tests on Weight-Bearing Stable Weber B Ankle Fractures Treated Nonoperatively: A 2-Year Outcome Study. J Bone…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Drs. Antonia Chen and Jim Kang share their memories on the life and legacy of Dr. Freddie Fu. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Ned Amendola, MD, in a discussion on the state of the science related to the treatment of Achilles tendon rupture, with a specific focus on recent injuries among high-profile professional athletes. Links: Ochen Y, Beks RB, van Heijl M, Hietbrink F, Leenen LPH, van der Velde D, Heng M, van der…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Matthew Costa, Professor of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery at University of Oxford, in a discussion network trials in the UK and their impact on front-line patient care as well as the importance of patient involvement when setting research priorities. Links: James Lind Alliance: https://www.jla.n…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Marc asks Dr. Joel Boyd to share his memories about his colleague and mentor, Dr. Peter Fowler, and the profound influence that this relationship has had on his life and career. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from …

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Margaret Fok (Queen Mary Hospital, University of Hong Kong, SICOT) in a discussion on mentorship, diversity, embracing change, seizing opportunity, and the impact of patient expectations on outcomes. Links: Fang C, Chen YJ, Fang E, Wong TM, Liu ZH, Lau TW, Fok MWM, Yee DK, Pun T, Luo CF, Leun…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss ideas of how to make meetings more productive (as captured with the acronym “HELP”: Honesty, Evidence, Learning/Listening, Purpose/Professionalism) and reflect on the recent JBJS article entitled “What’s Important: Surgery and the Aging Orthopaedic Surgeon.” Links: Mo’s LinkedIn post on Advisory Boards: https://…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Allan Gross, MD, FRCSC, in a wide-ranging discussion of the past, present, and future of arthroplasty, tumor surgery, and fresh allograft transplantation. Links: Subspecialties: Basic Science Hip Knee Oncology Orthopaedic Essentials Sports Medicine…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Jaydeep Moro, MD, FRCSC (Assistant Clinical Professor at McMaster University) in a fascinating discussion of the importance of morning rituals and the value of practicing mindfulness and meditation as a means of achieving balance between the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss 2 recent studies that caught their eye, including (1) an OrthoEvidence ACE report focusing on the INSITE trial comparing IM nails with sliding screws for trochanteric fractures and (2) a recent JBJS article focusing on the microbiome of osteoarthritic joints. Links: OrthoEvidence. The INSITE Trial: Intramedullar…

Welcome to episode 4 of our new series of podcasts under the orthohub banner, brought to you in conjunction with the QMUL MSc in Orthopaedic Trauma Science. This episode concludes our discussion on the acute management of pelvic trauma. We break down: · everything you ever needed to know about pelvic binders · particularly, when is it safe to take …

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Michelle Ghert, MD, FRCSC (Professor of Surgery at McMaster University and President of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society) in a discussion of the Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY) study that appeared in JAMA as well as the related JBJS supplement focusing on secondary…

Welcome to episode 3 of our new series of podcasts under the orthohub banner, brought to you in conjunction with the QMUL MSc in Orthopaedic Trauma Science. This episode focuses on the acute management of pelvic trauma. We break down: · why does pelvic trauma carry such mystique across the entirety of emergency care · the essential role of the trau…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Marc asks Dr. Terry Gioe to share his memories about his colleague and mentor, Dr. Ed McElfresh, and the profound influence that this relationship has had on his life and career. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Kiran Agarwal-Harding (Director of the Harvard Global Orthopaedics Collaborative) in a discussion about his career path; his interest and efforts in the delivery of orthopaedic trauma care in poor, rural, agrarian communities worldwide; and how the lessons derived from such experiences can le…

On this episode, Kash and Pete are joined by Marc Swiontkowski, editor of the JBJS and legend of orthopaedics! 0:00 intro 5:22 Chip Routt 14:20 Marc's Residency 17:30 Common Operations During Residency 22:05 Problem Factors 24:35 Memorable Operations 26:30 JBJS 48:15 Pay to Publish 53:00 What do you value? 56:00 Delivering Trials 59:00 Predictions …

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the topic of amputation surgery in diabetic patients, with a specific focus on the risk factors for failure following transmetatarsal amputation, the challenges to performing RCTs in this area of orthopaedics, and the need for collaborative multidisciplinary/multi-institutional consortia focused on this importan…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Marc asks Dr. Peter Cole to share his memories about his mentor, the pioneering orthopedic surgeon Dr. Michael Ehrlich, and the profound influence that this relationship has had on his life and career. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio …

Welcome to episode 2 of our new series of podcasts under the orthohub banner, brought to you in conjunction with the QMUL MSc in Orthopaedic Trauma Science. This episode concludes the discussion regarding the orthoplastic management of open fractures. The "orthomasters" podcasts sit alongside our "see one / do one" and "stories" series as another o…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Joseph Silburt, PhD (Data Scientist at OrthoEvidence) in a follow-up discussion focusing on the latest developments in--and ethical implications of--artificial intelligence, machine learning, neural networks, and ChatGPT. Links: Leopold SS, Haddad FS, Sandell LJ, Swiontkowski M. Artificial In…

Welcome to the first episode of a new series of podcasts under the orthohub banner, brought to you in conjunction with the QMUL MSc in Orthopaedic Trauma Science. This first episode covers the orthoplastic management of open fractures using the BOAST / BAPRAS guidelines to frame the discussion. Join us next week for part two where we conclude the t…

The see one / do one podcast is back with our second episode of Season 2 – and it’s a cracker! In this episode we speak with Tommaso Falcone, outgoing CEO of Cleveland Clinic London. We navigate this intersection of two distinct healthcare systems across the Atlantic that offers a fascinating topic for discussion and exploration. This thought-provo…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss several recent topics that caught their eye, including trends in ACL allograft research, the emerging ability to perform “instantaneous meta-analyses” in the AI era, the “knowledge-to-translation” gap, and the need for a multi-prong approach for the dissemination of research outcomes that will change clinical pr…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Marc interviews Dr. Denis Clohisy on the lessons that his parents—a surgeon and a nurse anesthetist—taught him and his siblings. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. …

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Theodore Miclau, MD (Professor and Vice Chairman in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCSF School of Medicine; Director of the UCSF/SFGH Orthopaedic Trauma Institute at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center; and Steering Committee Chair of the International Orthop…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss two recent articles that caught their eye, including (1) an OE article on the psychology of procrastination (also known as the “intention-to-action gap”), including its role in stress and health-related issues, and (2) a JBJS article on perioperative nutrition and its effect on muscle strength and volume followi…

In this bonus episode, from the newly introduced JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Marc interviews Dr. Joseph Zuckerman (Chair of the NYU Department of Orthopaedic Surgery) about the mentorship of orthopaedic legend Dr. Victor Frankel and the profound impact that it has had on his life and career. Links: Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An…

In this episode, Marc and Mo discuss the origins of the term “Evidence-Based Medicine,” the subsequent development of the “Evidence-Based Orthopaedics” section in JBJS, and how the dissemination of clear summaries of evidence-based information from across the literature has the potential to influence clinical decision-making. Links: Wright JG, Swio…

In this episode, Marc and Mo are joined by special guest Robin Richards (co-editor of JBJS Open Access) in a wide-ranging discussion about leadership, the importance of “walking the shop floor,” changes in shoulder surgery, and the role of JBJS Open Access. Links: JBJS Open Access Subspecialties: Shoulder Orthopaedic Essentials…