In this episode we discussed why interventionalists should be aware of joint hypermobility and connective tissue disorders. Our guest, Dr. Linda Bluestein, talked about her experience as a patient and physician with these pain issues. We discussed how interventionalists can treat this patient population and use the resources to be better equipped for these challenges.

Host, Patrick Buchanan, MD:

Dr. Buchanan is double board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His goal is to help his patients get their life back by managing their pain and focus on things they love and enjoy.

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Host, Timothy Deer, MD:

Dr. Deer is the president and CEO of the Spine and Nerve Centers of the Virginias. Dr. Deer has led a revolution in interventional spine and nerve care by teaching thousands of physicians an algorithmic approach to care including methods that are less invasive at a lower risk for complications.

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Guest, Linda Bluestein, MD:

Dr. Linda Bluestein is a leading expert in hypermobility disorders and the founder of Hypermobility MD. She also leads Bendy Bodies, a global coaching practice supporting individuals with hypermobility. Dr. Bluestein hosts the podcast Bendy Bodies with the Hypermobility MD and contributed to the book Disjointed – Navigating the Diagnosis and Management of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders. She is board-certified in anesthesiology and an assistant professor at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

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