We are honored to host Dr. DeBaun, a leading expert in orthopedic trauma, for an in-depth discussion on the management of open fractures. 

Dr. Malcolm DeBaun has been blessed with the opportunity to serve his community. He specializes in treating fractures of the upper and lower extremity as well as in the pelvis/acetabulum and periarticular injuries. He loves to manage the most challenging cases for patients, including complex fracture revision surgery, nonunion, malunion, and osteomyelitis. In addition, he also specializes in adult limb lengthening and deformity correction. He believes in the restoration of anatomy after injury using biomechanical principles and minimally invasive techniques for maximum clinical benefit to the patient. His surgeries utilize the most cutting-edge technology, techniques, and implants to create the best possible outcome for his patients. His goal is to return his patients to their pre-injury lifestyle and promote mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of open fractures.

In this episode, we uncover the essentials of managing open fractures, including:

• What defines an open fracture and the key classification systems like Gustilo-Anderson.

• Antibiotic protocols tailored to fracture severity and specific contamination risks.

• The critical timing of treatments to prevent complications.

• Surgical techniques like irrigation, debridement, and wound coverage strategies.

• Innovative approaches to addressing bone defects, from the Masquelet technique to bone transport.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

What happens when a seemingly simple ankle sprain turns out to be something far more serious?

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.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Why do bone defects occur, and how can we best manage them? In this episode, Dr. Frumberg joins us as we explain the intricacies of bone defect classifications, the role of host factors, and groundbreaking treatments like the Masquelet technique, vascularized fibula grafts, and distraction osteogenesis. From the smallest Type I defects to the most complex Type IV challenges, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for orthopedic surgeons and enthusiasts alike.

Plus, hear Dr. Frumberg’s expert take on when amputation might be the best option and the importance of preserving joint function and stability in treatment planning.

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David Frumberg, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation at Yale School of Medicine. He is co-director of the Yale Limb Restoration and Lengthening Program. He is the Director of the Cerebral Palsy Program at Yale-New Haven Hospital.

He specializes in complex orthopedic conditions that require more attention and care. He works closely with patients and their families to understand their needs and unique goals. He enjoys collaborating with other medical professionals to maximize the functioning and comfort of patients of all ages. Dr. Frumberg utilizes state of the art surgical techniques, and is devoted to providing his patients with innovative and compassionate care. His areas of expertise include:

• Limb lengthening and stature lengthening
• Limb deformity correction
• Cerebral palsy
• Arthrogryposis
• Neurologic conditions that cause joint contractures
• Fracture nonunions and malunions
• Musculoskeletal infections

Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of bone defects.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Causes of bone defects
• Classification
• Treatment
• and many more.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Are you a medical student interviewing for Orthopaedic Surgery Residency spots? Here are some tips on how to stand out and crush your residency interviews!

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This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Welcome to the sixth  episode of our “Citation Classics” series for Shoulder and elbow! In this episode, our team covers the most cited articles on Total Elbow Arthroplasty.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_ebcfvmtiuo 

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, Dr. Alexander Macfarlane, a current shoulder & Elbow fellow, Teja Polisetty, a resident at Harvard University, Matthew Corsi, a 4th year medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine, and Jalen Warren, a 4th year medical student at Ohio University College of Health Sciences. 

Enjoy!

When the X-rays don't add up, do you trust the scan or your gut? In this case, an 82-year-old woman was diagnosed with a hip fracture—but something wasn’t right. No hematoma, no clear break... just a nagging feeling of doubt. This surgery took an unexpected turn, teaching a critical lesson about second-guessing diagnoses in the OR. 

Tune in to hear how one small oversight could have been avoided with just one more test.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

In this episode, we break down the anatomy of the finger, the root causes of Trigger Finger, and what makes it so common. We discuss its symptoms, how it's diagnosed, and the various treatment options available—from non-invasive therapies to surgical interventions.

Joining us for expert insights is Dr. Nick Golinvaux (also known as Dr. G), who shares key information about the condition, including the different stages, treatment techniques, and some critical considerations for both pediatric and adult patients.

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“Dr. G” was born and raised in Denver, Colorado. He spent fifteen years pursuing his medical education at Yale, Vanderbilt, and Harvard. He has returned to Colorado and specializes in state-of-the-art surgical treatment of the hand & upper extremity.

You can find Dr. G most active at his weekly orthopedic newsletter called Rules of Thumb (rulesofthumb.nickgolinvauxmd.com/join) or on social at nickgolinvauxmd on most platforms.

Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of trigger finger.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Finger anatomy
• Pathogenesis
• Epidemiology
• History + Physical Exam
• Grading
• and many more.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Forget the stress and anxiety—taxes don’t have to be scary. Joining us, in this episode of our Orthofinance series, is Sugey Piedra as we discuss how to approach taxes with confidence, save money, and even uncover opportunities you never knew existed. 

As an enrolled agent and 20+ year certified tax preparer, Sugey Piedra likes to make her clients’ money work for them so that they don’t have to work forever. 

In her daily work as co-founder of Prominence Business & Wealth Management,  Sugey supports high-earning, service-based business owners achieve long-term wealth through a holistic approach to financial services, providing bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning and tax strategy under one roof. 

Together with her two sisters/co-founders, Sugey runs the business, and also hosts and produces Tax Talk with HeyHey Podcast, where they provide insights into business taxes, wealth building and what it means to really create financial freedom. Besides her own show, Sugey has also been featured on Sell Without Selling.

When she’s not helping service-based business owners to grow their income, Sugey enjoys traveling, horseback riding and working on her own growth mindset. 

In this episode, Sugey shares insights into tax savings strategies as she answers questions like:

• What's the mindset we should have when it comes to taxes?
• What's the difference between a tax strategist and one who prepares your taxes?
• What does it cost to hire a tax strategist?
• and many more.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education.

Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/. 

Welcome to the second episode of our citation classics series on adult reconstruction. In this episode, we talk about the highest cited articles over the last 20 years thereabout on the topic, 'THA Approaches'.

Enjoy!

Meet our adult reconstruction citation classics team!

We have Dr. Sohum Patel, a PGY-5 resident at Indiana University Medical Center; Hassan Farooq, who is a PGY-3 resident at Loyola University Health System; Nigel Blackwood, a research fellow at University of Alabama; and we also have Kaihui Zhu, a 4th year medical student at Washington State University.

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

In this episode, we discuss osteochondral lesions of the talus with Dr John G. Kennedy. We talk about everything from the history and physical aspects of these lesions to cutting-edge operative treatments and outcomes.

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Dr. Kennedy is a world renowned Foot and Ankle surgeon, and a leading expert in cartilage injuries. He co-founded the ICCRA, which has since set the gold standard in treatment alogorithms for ankle cartilage surgery. His interests include regenerative medicine and minimally invasive Nano-arthroscopy. Dr. Kennedy was the first surgeon to perform in-office Nano-arthroscopy. Currently, he is the chief of the Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Director of the Foot and Ankle Center at NYU Langone Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Kennedy continues to train surgeons from around the world and his research team has published over 250 peer-reviewed articles and presented over 2000 times around the globe.

Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge of osteochondral lesions of the talus.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Epidemiology
• Etiology
• History
• Imaging
• Non-op treatment
• Operative treatment
• and many more

This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education.

Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.