the orthoPA-c podcast

Sam shares highlights from a previous PAOS conference presentation on arthritis of the elbow. Niloofar Dehghan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Shoulder Care, Elbow Care, Fractures & Trauma.

To view the imaging that goes along with this presentation, check out our youtube channel: https://youtu.be/qBrAgIi-6U4

PAOS members have access to the videos of all previous PAOS conferences up to 2022. Check out the Learning Central for links to these videos!

Category 1 CME is available for 2023 and 2024 conferences at PAOS.org for members at a discount, and at AAPA.org for non-members.

Chuck Dowell, PA-C speaks with 2024 Scholarship Winner Graham Parks, PA-S, on his research review of the Subscapularis-sparing Approach for Anatomical TSA. While the limited exposure of this approach makes it challenging for surgeons to learn, it allows for early unrestricted motion. What do we know so far about how it compares to the traditional approach? What are some considerations for patient selection?

Part 1 of 2. Christina Thomas, PA-S is one of our 2024 scholarship winners and shares with us her presentation.

Chuck Dowell, PA-C, hosts this series of interviews with Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship recipients. Learn more PAOS.org about this annual scholarship opportunity for PA students interested in orthopedics.

Part 1 of 2. Christina Thomas, PA-S is one of our 2024 scholarship winners and shares with us her presentation.

Chuck Dowell, PA-C, hosts this series of interviews with Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship recipients. Learn more PAOS.org about this annual scholarship opportunity for PA students interested in orthopedics.

A discussion with Jennifer Orozco-Kolb, Chief Medical Officer of the American Academy of Physician Associates.

OUR 200TH EPISODE! In Part 2 we discuss Optimal Team Practice, the future of the profession, and how PAs are improving healthcare access.

A discussion with Jennifer Orozco-Kolb, Chief Medical Officer of the American Academy of Physician Associates.

OUR 200TH EPISODE! In Part 1, we discuss the PA Licensure compact, name change, and how far the profession has come.

Chuck Dowell, PA-C discusses the increase in pickleball injuries seen with the increasing popularity of the sport. Achilles tendon ruptures and gastroc injuries or Achilles tendinopathy injuries are common. In this case study, a novice pickleball player was pushing off on his right leg, felt a pop within the right calf/Achilles tendon area, and was unable to continue to play. When do we need to do an ultrasound? When can Physical Therapy begin? How do we counsel the patient on recovery time?

Chuck Dowell, PA-C, shares a case study of a common condition to orthopedic urgent care. How do you talk to a patient about a "Popeye deformity" as they consider surgical vs nonsurgical treatment? We cover mechanism of injury, physical exam, and options for treatment for proximal and distal biceps tears.

Guest host Chuck Dowell, MS, PA-C, ATC is Lead Physician Assistant at Colorado Springs Orthopaedics Group Express Care.

Join us next week for new clinical content!

Sam discusses his opinion of the American Medical Association's campaign against the PA name change, ability to change specialties, and scope of practice.

Ortho Boot Camp registration is now open! Check out PAOS.org for more info about the new offerings this year for those new to the profession or the ortho specialty.

As we return from the annual conference, a further discussion on the history of the American Medical Association and its impact on current challenges in healthcare.