What does it take to train the next generation of arthroplasty surgeons?
In Episode 3 of Guild in the Wild, Dr. Brandon Naylor, Fellowship Director at Total Joint Specialists, joins current fellows Dr. Breydan Wright and Dr. Taylor Den Hartog for an inside look at one of the country's premier adult reconstruction fellowships.
Total Joint Specialists has developed a reputation for combining high-volume primary joint replacement, complex revision surgery, outpatient efficiency, and mentorship to prepare fellows for independent practice. In this episode, we explore the philosophy behind the program and the lessons that extend far beyond the operating room.We also discuss:- What Dr. Naylor looks for in fellowship applicants
- Why TJS has become a destination for arthroplasty fellowship training
- High-volume primary and revision arthroplasty
- Building your own surgical technique by learning from multiple mentors
- Anterior hip revision surgery
- Kinematic alignment and evolving knee replacement philosophies
- Teaching in high-efficiency operating rooms
- Humanitarian joint replacement surgery in Guatemala
- Career development, mentorship, family, and gratitude
- Rapid-fire questions and our toughest physical challenge yet: experiencing a tourniquet firsthandWhether you're a medical student, resident, fellow, attending surgeon, or simply interested in leadership and lifelong learning, this conversation offers valuable insights into surgical training, mentorship, and what it takes to build a successful career in orthopaedics.
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