The Learning SHAK | SHAK Chats

In this special episode recorded during CCJR 2025, Dr. Hamilton sits down with Dr. Della Valle for an in-depth discussion on the advantages of unicompartmental knee replacement. Together, they explore patient selection, surgical benefits, outcomes, and the evolving role of partial knee arthroplasty in modern practice.  Save the dates and join us at CCJR 2026:  December 9-12, in Orlando, Florida.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. W. Norman Scott, a true pioneer in orthopaedics whose career has shaped modern knee surgery and sports medicine. 

A founding member of The Knee Society, Dr. Scott has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and 14 medical books — including the iconic Insall & Scott Surgery of the Knee.

Join us as Dr. Scott shares insights from his groundbreaking career, and his reflections on mentorship, leadership, and the evolution of joint reconstruction.

🎧 Tune in to hear from one of orthopaedics’ most influential voices.

The SHAK Chat, in partnership with Zimmer Biomet, presents a special three-part podcast series on Value-Based Care. 🎙️

In Episode 1, join Drs. Christian Pean, Victor Hernandez, and Ugo Ihekweazu as they unpack what value-based care really means in everyday practice—exploring the real costs, challenges, and opportunities it brings to both surgeons and patients.

👉 Tune in to gain practical insights and perspectives from leaders shaping the future of orthopaedic care.

Just days before The Hip Society’s Summer Meeting in Toronto, ON, Canada, Dr. Bill Hamilton sits down with The Hip Society’s President, Dr. Steve MacDonald. In this lively SHAK Chat episode, Dr. MacDonald reflects on his Canadian childhood, family roots in Scotland, and childhood dreams of becoming either an NHL player or a musician—before ultimately finding his calling as a talented surgeon and educator.

Explore more high-quality content from The Hip Society and The Knee Society at www.learningshak.org.

One week ahead of The Knee Society's Members Meeting in New York City, Dr. Bill Hamilton sits down with The Knee Society’s President, Dr. Steve Haas. Known not only as an exceptional surgeon and trusted mentor, Dr. Haas is also celebrated for the roles he values most—being a devoted husband and father. This conversation highlights his leadership in orthopaedics, his commitment to teaching, and the personal values that truly define him.  Visit www.learningshak.org for more high quality content from The Hip Society and The Knee Society.

Episode 16 features a conversation with our Executive Director, Olga Foley. Originally from Moscow, Russia, Olga’s journey to her current role took a unique path—including her job at McDonald’s in Moscow prior to immigrating to the US. Today, she proudly calls Chicago home.

Olga oversees the operations of The Hip Society and The Knee Society, and more recently, has taken on leadership of their educational forums—CCJR® (Current Concepts in Joint Replacement®) and JAMM® (Joint Arthroplasty Mountain Meeting®).

In this episode, Olga shares how she found her place in a new country, what led her to the world of orthopaedics, and how she discovered both a professional niche and a meaningful career.

Ever wondered what it really takes to become a member of The Hip Society or The Knee Society — two of the most prestigious organizations in orthopaedics? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the rigorous selection processes, the criteria that set candidates apart, and the unique privileges and responsibilities that come with membership.

Join us as we chat with current members who share candid stories about their journeys, offer advice for aspiring applicants, and reflect on how these societies continue to shape the future of hip and knee surgery. Whether you’re a young surgeon dreaming of joining, or simply curious about what goes on inside these elite circles, this episode will give you an insider’s look at the pathway to membership.

The SHAK Chat podcast series is proudly presented by The Learning SHAK, an online learning portal of The Hip Society and The Knee Society.

Join us on the SHAK Chat, where today's influencers, thought leaders, and social media moguls conduct exclusive interviews with their heroes, mentors, colleagues, and peers.

The Learning SHAK initiative is an online companion to Current Concepts in Joint Replacement® (CCJR®). CCJR® stands as a premier educational event and a cornerstone in orthopedic education, featuring unique learning formats and showcasing global thought-leaders who have educated tens of thousands of orthopedic surgeons worldwide.

The Learning SHAK, SHAK Chat, brought to you by The Hip Society and The Knee Society.  The SHAK Chat Podcast is the only place where today's influencers, thought leaders, and social media moguls interview their heroes, mentors, colleagues and peers from the world of CCJR.  https://www.ccjr.com/

The SHAK Chat supports CCJR, https://www.ccjr.com/ Current Concepts in Joint Replacement® (CCJR®) is a premier educational event, and a not-to-be-missed global arthroplasty forum presented by two esteemed academic organizations The Hip Society and The Knee Society.

CCJR® offers unique learning formats and has contributed to the education of tens of thousands of orthopedic surgeons around the world over the last three decades.

The Learning SHAK, SHAK Chat, brought to you by The Hip Society and The Knee Society.  The SHAK Chat Podcast is the only place where today's influencers, thought leaders, and social media moguls interview their heroes, mentors, colleagues and peers from the world of CCJR.  https://www.ccjr.com/

The SHAK Chat supports CCJR, https://www.ccjr.com/ Current Concepts in Joint Replacement® (CCJR®) is a premier educational event, and a not-to-be-missed global arthroplasty forum presented by two esteemed academic organizations The Hip Society and The Knee Society.

CCJR® offers unique learning formats and has contributed to the education of tens of thousands of orthopedic surgeons around the world over the last three decades.