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The AOFAS Orthopod-CastMeet the 2025 Leonard Goldner Award Winner: Metabolic Activity at the Bone-Implant Interface Following Total Ankle Replacement: A Two-Year Cross-Sectional Study of Asymptomatic Patients Evaluated With 18F-NaF Positron Emission TomographyHost Dr. Ben Jackson speaks with 2025 Leonard Goldner award paper authors Drs. Elizabeth Cody and Constantine Demetracopoulos. They discuss their work on metabolic activity after total ankle replacement. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-11-2609 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMeet the 2025 Pillars of the AOFAS- Dr. Roger A. MannDrs. Nick Strasser and Pam Luk chat with 2025 AOFAS Legacy Pillar Dr. Roger A Mann. Drs. Keith Wapner and Michael Coughlin join the discussion. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-11-1235 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMeet the 2025 Pillars of the AOFAS - Dr. Kenneth A. Johnson & Dr. Pierce E. ScrantonDrs. Joe Park and Ben Jackson chat with Gunnar Johnson and Laura Giaquinto, children of 2025 Legacy Pillar, Kenneth A. Johnson, MD, and the 2025 Pillar of the AOFAS, Pierce E. Scranton, MD, along with his colleague and friend, Bryan Den Hartog, MD. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-10-1515 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastBone Infection Management Tools You Should Know. Sponsored by BONESUPPORT™This episode is sponsored by BONESUPPORT™, makers of CERAMENT® G with Gentamicin – the one and only FDA authorized, antibiotic-eluting bone void filler. For more information, visit https://www.bonesupport.com/en-us/products/cerament-g/ Kent Ellington, MD, from OrthoCarolina, moderates a conversation about the uses of CERAMENT G in foot and ankle procedures with Chris Kreulen, MD, from University of California – Davis Health, and Victor Anciano, MD, University of Louisville Health. The conversation highlights the usage of CERAMENT G and the 2-CAN delivery device for hindfoot and TTC nailing, where CERAMENT G is delivered alongside intramedullary fixation to...
2025-10-0849 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMeet the 2025 Pillars of the AOFAS – Dr. Ronald W. Smith & Dr. E. Greer RichardsonDrs. Joe Park and Ben Jackson chat with 2025 Pillars of the AOFAS: Drs. Ronald W. Smith and E. Greer Richardson. Dr. Tom Harris, former fellow of Dr. Smith, and David Richardson, Dr. Richardson's son, join the discussion. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-10-0113 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Revision MasterClass Part 2Co-hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Pam Luk conclude the total ankle revision MasterClass with Drs. Karl Schweitzer and Greg Alvine and discuss perspectives on revision vs. fusion, approaches to primaries, and dental prophylaxis. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-09-1725 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Pre-Meeting Course PreviewDr. Nick Strasser chats with Drs. Jonathan Kaplan and Tyler Gonzalez as they preview the 2025 AOFAS Pre-meeting course: Small Incisions, Big Results: MIS to the MAX For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-08-2015 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Revision MasterClass Part 1Listen in as co-hosts Nick Strasser and Pam Luk have an engaging conversation with Karl Schweitzer and Greg Alvine in part 1 of the total ankle revision MasterClass. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-08-0630 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastCases and Controversies in Cavus Reconstruction: Fusion vs. Joint PreservationJoin Drs. Nick Strasser, Anish Kadakia, and Edward Haupt as they discuss treatment challenges with the cavus foot. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-07-2342 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow to Say NoListen in as Drs. Tara Moncman, Lorraine Boakye, Matt Conti, and Lara Atwater, self ascribed "Chaos Junkies" share thoughts about setting boundaries and managing senior partner, junior partner, and mentor demands, and provide tips for organizing the chaos in the midst of busy practices. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-07-0929 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Charcot Neuropathy Part 2In the conclusion of this series on Charcot, guest host Eitan Ingall discusses treatment strategies with Drs. Carroll Jones, Kaitlin Neary, and Matt Conti. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-06-1825 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Charcot Neuropathy Part 1Join guest host Eitan Ingall as he discusses the challenges and strategies of treating Charcot with Drs. Carroll Jones, Kaitlin Neary, and Matt Conti in part 1 of this 2 part series. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-06-0433 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Power of Leadership and Mentorship Part 2Listen in as Alan Friedman, Founder and CEO of J3P Health, continues a discussion with Kevin Lobo, Chair and CEO of Stryker, and Casey J. Humbyrd, MD, MBE, about the importance of mentorship and leadership. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-05-2121 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Power of Leadership and Mentorship Part 1Listen in as Alan Friedman, Founder and CEO of J3P Health, leads a discussion with Kevin Lobo, Chair and CEO of Stryker, and Casey J. Humbyrd, MD, MBE, about the importance of mentorship and leadership. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-05-0728 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastNeoSpan® CIS - Compression of a Staple, Designed as a Plate. Sponsored by CONMED.Selene Parekh, MD, leads a discussion with Taggart Gauvain, MD, Bradley Sabatini, MD, and Justin Weatherall, MD, on the new NeoSpan® Compression Implant System (CIS) from CONMED. These Foot & Ankle experts explore topics including: the history of staple use in the foot and ankle, common indications, key features of the NeoSpan® CIS, and their clinical experiences and outcomes with this technology. Thank you to CONMED for sponsoring this episode. For more information, please visit this link For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-04-2330 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Hallux Valgus - Lapidus vs MISDr. Ben Jackson moderates a lively discussion on the surgical management of Hallux Valgus with Drs. Ed Pino and Nathan Gause as they compare and contrast the Lapidus procedure and minimally invasive approaches to treating bunions. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-04-1643 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMost Cited Papers of 2024 Series – Zadek OsteotomyThe AOFAS OrthoPodcast committee discusses new directions with insertional tendinopathy – Is it a fad or is it here to stay? They discuss the following paper: Hall S, Schipper ON, Kaplan JRM, et al. Outcomes After Percutaneous Zadek Osteotomy for Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy. Foot Ankle Int. 2024.
2025-04-0214 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMost Cited Papers of 2024 Series – Total Ankle ArthroplastyThe AOFAS OrthoPodcast committee discuss how to avoid and manage complications of Total Ankle Arthroplasty. References cited in this discussion include: Anastasio AT, Kim BI, Wixted CM, et al. Younger Patients Undergoing Total Ankle Arthroplasty Experience Higher Complication Rates and Worse Functional Outcomes. JBJS Am. 2024. Henry JK, Teehan E, Deland J, et al. Lessons From Revision Total Ankle Replacement: Tibias Fail Earlier, and Taluses Fail Later (and Fail Again). Foot Ankle Int. 2024. Palma J, Shaffrey I, Kim J, et al. Postoperative Medial Malleolar Fractures in Total Ankle Replacement Are Associated With Decreased Medial...
2025-03-2525 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMost Cited Papers of 2024 Series – Hallux RigidusThe AOFAS OrthoPodcast committee discusses how to get to the root of the problem of Hallux Rigidus and reviews the following paper: Michelson JD, Charlson MD, Bernknopf JW, et al. The Role of the Flexor Hallucis Longus in the Treatment of the Painful Hallux Metatarsophalangeal Joint. Foot Ankle Int. 2024. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org.
2025-03-1912 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMost Cited Papers of 2024 Series - Lisfranc InjuriesThe AOFAS OrthoPod-Cast committee debates approaches to Lisfranc injuries. Should we still be fixing instead of fusion? The group reviews the following papers: Ponkilainen V, Mäenpää H, Laine HJ, et al. Open Reduction Internal Fixation vs Primary Arthrodesis for Displaced Lisfranc Injuries: A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial. Foot Ankle Int. 2024. Dombrowsky AR, Strickland CD, Walsh DF, et al. Nitinol Staple Use in Primary Arthrodesis of Lisfranc Fracture-Dislocations. Foot Ankle Int. 2024. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-03-1210 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMost Cited Papers of 2024 Series - ChemoprophylaxisThe AOFAS OrthoPodcast committee discuss the standard of care for Chemoprophylaxis and review the following paper: Malhotra K, Houchen-Wolloff L, Mason L, et al. Characteristics of Patients Not Receiving Chemical Thromboprophylaxis Following Foot and Ankle Surgery. Foot Ankle Int. 2024. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-03-0517 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Lisfranc - Fusion vs ORIF Part 2In the conclusion of this 2 part series, Drs. Pam Luk and Anish Kadakia continue the discussion on managing Lisfranc injuries with Dr. Chris Coetzee, a foot & ankle specialist, and Dr. John Munz, an orthopedic traumatologist. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-02-2628 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Lisfranc - Fusion vs ORIF Part 1Drs. Pam Luk and Anish Kadakia co-host a lively discussion on managing Lisfranc injuries with Drs. Chris Coetzee and John Munz. Dr. Coetzee brings the perspective of the Foot & Ankle specialist and Dr. Munz presents the perspective of an orthopedic traumatologist. Stay tuned for part two. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2025-02-1229 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Best of the AOFAS Masterclass Series: Insertional Achilles TendonitisIn this re-released episode, "Best of the AOFAS Masterclass series: Insertional Achilles Tendonitis," Drs. Benjamin Jackson and Anish Kadakia speak with Drs. Lauren Geaney and Jason O'Dell to discuss the entire spectrum of patients with insertional Achilles tendonitis including the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of operative and non-operative treatments in addition to how to manage operative complications. This episode was originally released October 25, 2023. Click here to claim CME Support for this podcast is provided by an educational grant from Stryker. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org
2025-01-2945 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIncorporating Teaching Strategies Into Your PracticeListen in as co-hosts Drs. Lauren Geaney and Matt Conti chat with Drs. Jim Holmes, and Becky Cerrato about education of residents and fellows and provide pearls for those teaching trainees. Brought to you by the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org.
2024-12-3142 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Approaches and Solutions for the 2nd ToeYour AOFAS OrthoPodcast committee tackle the challenges associated with lesser toe surgery and some potential new solutions. Thanks to Drs. Ben Jackson, Pam Luk, Bret Smith, Matt Conti, Joe Park, and Nick Strasser for their insights. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-12-1819 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Ankle Fractures - Part 2 - Not Just a FractureDrs. Anish Kadakia and Kaitlin Neary discuss the surgical management of ankle fractures and provide a US perspective to the treatment pathways. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-11-2033 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Ankle Fractures - Part 1 - The UK ExperienceDrs. Anish Kadakia and Andrew Molloy discuss the surgical management of ankle fractures and the UK approach to patient care. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-11-0645 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Insertional Achilles TendinosisDrs. Nick Strasser, Ben Jackson, & Oliver Schipper discuss the diagnosis, non-operative management, and surgical treatment of Insertional Achilles Tendinosis. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-10-3047 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastChanging JobsHost Dr. Natalie Danna chats with Drs. Casey Humbyrd, Cesar de Cesar Netto, and Kelly Hynes. They provide pearls on managing career changes in this episode from the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-10-2320 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-Cast2024 IFFAS, Roger Mann, and Leonard Goldner Award Winning ResearchCo-hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Joe Park talk with the 2024 Award Winners at the Annual Meeting: IFFAS Award author Dr. David Gordon, Roger A. Mann Award author Dr. Elizabeth Cody, and J. Leonard Goldner Award author Dr. Cesar de Cesar Netto. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-10-1622 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastOvercoming Unexpected Mental and Health StressorsThe AOFAS Orthopod-cast Committee discussion hosted by Dr. Joseph Park with committee members Drs. Anish Kadakia, Matt Conti, Bret Smith, Nick Strasser, and Pam Luk talk about the importance of taking care of yourself and strategies for managing these stressors. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-10-0943 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastSafe and Appropriate Use of Social MediaThe AOFAS Orthopod-cast Committee hosted by Dr. Anish Kadakia with committee members Drs. Matt Conti, Bret Smith, Joe Park, Nick Strasser, and Pam Luk talk about their experiences and reducing stress with use of social media. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-10-0216 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-Cast'Challenging the Status Quo in Research.' AOFAS Presidential Podcast with Dr. David ThordarsonJoin hosts Ben Jackson and Nick Strasser as they interview incoming AOFAS President Dr. David Thordarson. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-09-2532 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-Cast'Learning How to Think.' AOFAS Presidential Podcast with Dr. Michael AronowJoin hosts Ben Jackson and Nick Strasser as they interview outgoing AOFAS President Dr. Michael Aronow. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-09-1030 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAdvanced Treatment Algorithms for TT and TTC Arthrodesis – An Introduction to the P28 Silverback Plating System hosted by Mark Myerson, MD, John Kwon, MD, and Clayton Bettin, MD. Sponsored by Paragon28Tune in to advance your understanding in best practices for addressing primary and revision TT and TTC arthrodesis. Surgeon designers and users will detail their experience with these challenging cases and explain why they have adopted the recently launched Silverback™ Ankle Fusion Plating System in their practice. The surgeons will present the latest research in anterior, lateral, and posterior plating for TT and TTC arthrodesis and detail their algorithms for addressing these challenging pathologies. The surgeons will also present cases detailing their experience with the Silverback™ Plating System. With its slim plate designs, crossing screw capabilities for added stability and...
2024-09-0429 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Metatarsus Adductus Part 2In the conclusion of this 2 part series on Metatarsus Adductus with host Bret Smith, MD resumes the in-depth discussion on metatarsus adductus treatment options with Foot and Ankle Surgeons Holly Johnson, MD, Oliver Schipper, MD, Mark Easley, MD, and Robert Santrock, MD. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-08-2130 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Metatarsus Adductus Part 1Host Bret Smith, MD has an in-depth discussion on metatarsus adductus treatment options with Foot and Ankle Surgeons Holly Johnson, MD, Oliver Schipper, MD, Mark Easley, MD, and Robert Santrock, MD. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-08-0736 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow to Incorporate New Technology in Your PracticeListen to hosts Drs. Christopher Gross and Paul Talusan as they speak with Dr. Kent Ellington about foot and ankle innovation and incorporating technology into your practice. This episode is brought to you by the AOFAS Young Physician Committee. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-07-2443 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow I Treat This: Lateral Ankle InstabilityJoin Drs. Joe Park, Bob Anderson, and Pete Mangone as they discuss their approaches on managing lateral ankle instability. For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2024-07-1040 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastWhat the Surgeon Needs to Know: Using Blood Flow Restriction During Rehab, Part 2In the conclusion of this engaging discussion on blood flow restriction treatment during rehab, hosts Nick Strasser, MD and Joe Park, MD conclude the in-depth discussion with Johnny Owens, MPT and CEO and Director of Clinical Education for Owens Recovery Science. Click here for the achilles article referenced in the discussion (Hansen OB, Papson A, Eble SK, Drakos MC. Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Following Achilles Rupture and Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Foot Ankle Orthop. 2022 Jan 20;7(1):2473011421S00032. doi: 10.1177/2473011421S00032. PMCID: PMC8792708). For additional educational resources, click here
2024-06-1924 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastWhat the Surgeon Needs to Know: Using Blood Flow Restriction During Rehab Part 1Hosts Nick Strasser, MD and Joe Park, MD have an in-depth discussion with Johnny Owens, MPT and CEO and Director of Clinical Education for Owens Recovery Science in part 1 of this in-depth conversation on blood flow restriction treatment during rehab. Here's the achilles article referened in the discussion: Hansen OB, Papson A, Eble SK, Drakos MC. Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Therapy Following Achilles Rupture and Repair: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Foot Ankle Orthop. 2022 Jan 20;7(1):2473011421S00032. doi: 10.1177/2473011421S00032. PMCID: PMC8792708. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-06-0534 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastInteraction with Industry and Managing Conflicts of Interest: Part 2Listen to the conclusion of this episode as host Dr. Cesar de Cesar Netto and Drs. Lew Schon and Adam Bitterman share their experiences and perspectives. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-05-1539 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastInteraction with Industry and Managing Conflicts of Interest: Part 1Join host Dr. Cesar de Cesar Netto as he chats with Drs. Lew Schon and Adam Bitterman about their experiences and provide thoughts and pearls around this interesting topic. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-05-0129 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIFFAS Award Winner: Percutaneous versus Open Distal Chevron Osteotomy for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus: A Prospective Randomized StudyAt AOFAS Annual Meeting 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky, host Nicholas Strasser, MD, discusses with Gi-Won Choi, MD, the IFFAS Award Winner paper "Percutaneous versus Open Distal Chevron Osteotomy for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus: A Prospective Randomized Study." To claim CME credit, click here . CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-04-1718 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIFFAS Award Finalist: UK Foot and Ankle Thrombo-Embolism Audit (UK-FATE) – A Multicentre Prospective Study of Venous Thromboembolism in Foot and Ankle SurgeryAt AOFAS Annual Meeting 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky, host Nicholas Strasser, MD, discusses with Jitendra Mangwani, MBBS, MS(Orth), FRCS(Tr&Orth), the IFFAS Award Finalist paper "UK Foot and Ankle Thrombo-Embolism Audit (UK-FATE) – A multicentre prospective study of Venous Thromboembolism in Foot and Ankle Surgery." To claim CME credit, click here . CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members.
2024-04-1022 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIFFAS Award Finalist: Tibialis Posterior Tendon Entrapment in Posterior Malleolar and Pilon Injuries of the Ankle: A Retrospective AnalysisAt AOFAS Annual Meeting 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky, host Nicholas Strasser, MD, discusses with Lyndon William Mason, MRCS, the IFFAS Award Finalist paper "Tibialis Posterior Tendon Entrapment in Posterior Malleolar and Pilon injuries of the ankle: A retrospective analysis." To claim CME credit, click here. CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-04-0318 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIFFAS Award Finalist: Effects of Ankle Arthrodesis Versus Total Ankle Arthroplasty on Patient"s Shoe-Wear – What Fits Better?Listen in as host Dr. Nicholas Strasser chats with paper author Dr. Madeleine Willegger. This paper was presented live at the 2023 AOFAS Annual Meeting. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-03-2710 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Finalist: Cervical Ligament Insufficiency in Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity: It May Be More Important Than We KnowAt AOFAS Annual Meeting 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky, co-hosts Nicholas Strasser, MD, and J. Benjamin Jackson MD, MBA, discuss with Jaeyoung Kim, MD, the Roger A. Mann Finalist paper "Cervical Ligament Insufficiency in Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity: It May Be More Important Than We Know." To claim CME credit, click on this AOFAS link . CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-03-2015 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner and IFFAS Award Finalist: AI-based Foot X-ray Reading in Real-world: Evaluating the Accuracy of Assistive Decisions for Diagnosing Foot & Ankle DisordersListen in as host Dr. Nicholas Strasser chats with paper author Dr. Yoon-Chung Kim. This paper was presented live at the 2023 AOFAS Annual Meeting. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-03-1310 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Finalist: Lower Limb Alignment in Patients with Primary Valgus Ankle Arthritis: A Comparative Analysis with Patients with Varus Ankle Arthritis and ControlsAt AOFAS Annual Meeting 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky, host Nicholas Strasser, MD, discusses with Jaeyoung Kim, MD, the Roger A. Mann Finalst paper "Lower Limb Alignment in Patients with Primary Valgus Ankle Arthritis: A Comparative Analysis with Patients with Varus Ankle Arthritis and Controls." To claim CME credit, click here CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members.
2024-03-0617 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Postoperative Medial Malleolar Fractures in Total Ankle Replacement are Associated with Medial Malleolar Width and Coronal AlignmentListen in as co-hosts Drs. Nicholas Strasser and Ben Jackson speak with paper author Dr. Joaquin Palma. This paper was presented live at the 2023 AOFAS Annual Meeting. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-02-2814 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Winner: Younger patients undergoing total ankle arthroplasty experience higher complication rates and worse functional outcomes scoresAt the 2023 AOFAS annual meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, host Nicholas Strasser, MD discusses with Albert T. Anastasio, MD the Roger A. Mann Award Winning paper "Younger patients undergoing total ankle arthroplasty experience higher complication rates and worse functional outcomes scores." To claim CME credit, click here CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members.
2024-02-2115 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Automated AI Detection Tool for Ankle Fractures Using X-Rays using Smart DevicesListen in as host Dr. Nicholas Strasser speaks with paper author research fellow Dr. Nour Nassour. This paper was presented live at the 2023 AOFAS Annual Meeting. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2024-02-1415 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastConsiderations for Flexible Fixation in Ankle Syndesmosis Repair. Sponsored by Acumed.Rebecca Cerrato, MD, leads a conversation with Samuel Ford, MD, and Stuart Michnick, MD, on contemporary concerns in flexible fixation for ankle syndesmosis repair. These Foot and Ankle experts explore topics like: identification of ankle syndesmosis disruption, use of imaging in syndesmotic diagnosis, trends in dynamic vs static fixation, and techniques for successful repair of the ankle syndesmosis utilizing flexible fixation. Thank you to Acumed for sponsoring this episode. For more information on this technology click here.
2024-01-3137 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-Cast3D Printing for Complex Foot & Ankle Pathologies. Sponsored by Paragon28.Please join John Kwon, MD (Mass General) and Christopher Gross, MD (MUSC) as they discuss total talus replacement and incorporating 3D printing into their practice to treat complex reconstructions, implant revisions, and limb salvage procedures. Thank you to Paragon28 for sponsoring this episode. For more info about this technology from Paragon28 click here
2024-01-2936 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Podcast MasterClass: Peroneal Tendon Injuries – An Expert's PerspectiveCo-hosts Nicholas Strasser, MD, and Joesph Park, MD, discuss peroneal tendon tears with renowned surgeon David A. Porter, MD, PhD. This podcast offers a unique opportunity to listen in as the discussants explore Dr. David Porter's experience and expertise in the management of peroneal tendon tears. From work up to imaging to surgery, they cover and ask all the questions you might find yourself asking when managing these complex injuries. To claim CME credit, click here CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members. Support for this podcast is provided by an...
2024-01-241h 09The AOFAS Orthopod-CastBest Vacation- Have Some Fun!Dr. Anish Kadakia leads a conversation with the podcast committee including Drs. Ben Jackson, Matt Conti, Joe Park, Nick Strasser, and Bret Smith. They chat about getting out of the office and having some fun during vacation.
2024-01-1024 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Podcast MasterClass: Deltoid LigamentIn this CME podcast, co-hosts Pamela Luk, MD, and W. Bret Smith, DO, discuss the deltoid ligament with renowned surgeons Robert Anderson, MD, and W. Hodges Davis, MD. The doctors share their experiences in exploring and repairing the deltoid ligament, underlining its repairability and the positive outcomes of early intervention. They also touch on the broader implications of deltoid ligament injuries, urging surgeons to adopt a comprehensive approach for optimal patient outcomes. To claim CME credit, click on the link: https://prc.aofas.org/URL/CMEPodDec23 or listen in the free ConveyMED app: Apple Store click here G...
2023-12-1341 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Business of DEI: Making the Case for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Healthcare WorkspaceDrs. David Pedowitz and Robert Gorman co-host part 2 of this conversation with Dr. David Thordarson, President-elect of the AOFAS. Support for this podcast is provided by an educational grant from Stryker. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org
2023-12-0632 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Winner: Data Censoring Likely Biased the Largest Randomized Trial of Achilles Tendon Rupture Treatment Against Surgery: A Monte Carlo AnalysisListen in as host Nicholas Strasser, MD, has a lively discussion with our Leonard Goldner award winners, Gregory P. Guyton, MD, and Mitchell C. Tarka, MD, as they discuss use of the Monte-Carlo method to evaluate data censoring on the largest operative vs. nonoperative Achilles tendon trial. This discussion covers a historical discussion of previously performed trials along with clinical applications on how to use modern Achilles tendon literature when discussing management with patients. To claim CME credit, click here. CME credit is free to AOFAS members and $25 for non-members. Support for this po...
2023-11-2227 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastPromotion in the Academic SettingDr. Ben Jackson hosts a conversation with Drs. Joe Park, Matt Conti, and Nick Strasser on the process and important considerations for promotion in the academic environment. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2023-11-1521 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Podcast MasterClass: Insertional Achilles TendonitisIn this podcast, Drs. Benjamin Jackson and Anish Kadakia speak with Drs. Lauren Geaney and Jason O'Dell to discuss the entire spectrum of patients with insertional Achilles tendonitis including the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of operative and non-operative treatments in addition to how to manage operative complications. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org To Claim CME Credit, click here Free to AOFAS members, non-members will pay $25 for CME credit. Support for this podcast was provided by an educational grant from Stryker.
2023-10-2546 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastWork Life BalanceThe AOFAS Ortho-podcast committee, Drs. Bret Smith, Anish Kadakia, Ben Jackson, Pam Luk, Joe Park, Matt Conti, and Nick Strasser, teams up for this important discussion on Work Life Balance. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2023-10-1132 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastYPC: Success in Private PracticeIn this episode sponsored by the Young Physicians Committee, Dr. Matt Conti hosts a discussion with Drs. Bruce Cohen and Buck Smith focused on tips and pearls to succeed in private practice. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-09-1837 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastCurrent Operative Treatment Options for Plantar FasciitisJoin host Dr. Nick Strasser as he talks to Dr. Lauren Porras about operative treatment options when non-operative modalities do not effectively treat plantar fasciitis. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org
2023-09-0632 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastYPC Discussion on Oral Board PreparationDrs. Jie Chen and Justin Tsai of the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee talk about AOFAS resources available to oral board candidates, the collection period and optimizing the case list, and then details to prep for the actual examination. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-08-3040 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Business of DEI: Part 1: Making the Case for Diversity Equity, and InclusionThe Business of DEI: Part 1: Making the Case for Diversity Equity, and Inclusion. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org Support for this podcast is provided by an educational grant from Stryker.
2023-08-1648 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Podcast MasterClass: Ankle InstabilityIn this CME podcast, Drs. Nicholas Strasser and Anish Kadakia speak with Drs. Eric Ferkel and Peter Mangone to talk through the approach to managing ankle instability in the athlete. They discuss the workup, surgical approaches, and rehab protocols. To Claim CME Credit, click here Free to AOFAS members, non-members will pay $25 for CME credit. Support for this podcast was provided by an educational grant from Stryker.
2023-08-1547 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHighlights of the Upcoming 2023 AOFAS Annual Meeting in LouisvilleCo-hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Ben Jackson talk with Pre-Meeting Chair Dr. Rebecca Cerrato and Meeting Chair Dr. Kenneth Hunt about highlights of the upcoming 2023 Annual Meeting in Louisville, KY, September 20-23, 2023. For more information visit: https://www.aofas.org/annual-meeting For new AOFAS Orthopod-cast CME, download the free ConveyMED podcast app today: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-08-0922 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS 2022 Annual Meeting Poster Session 2 HighlightsDrs. Anish Kadakia and Pamela Luk and host conversations with select authors in Poster Session 2. These posters were presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-07-2627 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS 2022 Annual Meeting Poster Session 1 HighlightsDr. Pamela Luk and Dr. Joe Park host conversations with select authors in Poster Session 1. These posters were presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-07-1230 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Winner: Passive Eversion Assessment for Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity After Lateral Column Lengthening: A Cadaveric Biomechanical StudyDr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with the award winning paper author Scott J. Ellis, MD. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-07-0512 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Vascular Supply to the Proximal Plantar Plate of Lesser Toe Metatarsophalangeal Joint Is Primarily Supplied by the Attachment to the Metatarsal: A Nano-CT Microvasculature StudyDr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with award finalist paper authors Ms. Jiwon V. Park, medical school student, and Paul G. Talusan, MD. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the free ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-06-2814 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Syndesmotic Malreduction Assessment Using Three-Dimensional Distance Mapping: A Cadaveric WBCT StudyDrs. Nick Strasser and Joe Park co-host this conversation with award finalist paper author Cesar de Cesar Netto, MD, PhD. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-06-2116 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Gene Transcription in End Stage Ankle Osteoarthritis Differs Markedly from Knee Arthritis and Non-arthritic AnklesDr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with award finalist paper authors Sara E. Buckley, DO, and Kenneth J. Hunt, MD. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-06-1408 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastJ. Leonard Goldner Award Finalist: Surgically Repairing Achilles Tendon Ruptures Restores Plantar Flexor Function Better Than Non-surgical Treatment in a Rat ModelDr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with award finalist paper author Josh R. Baxter, PhD. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-06-0713 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Winner: Total Ankle Replacement Versus Arthrodesis (TARVA) Randomised Controlled Trial: 2 Year ResultsDrs. Nick Strasser and Joe Park co-host this conversation with award winner Andrew J. Goldberg, OBE, MD, FRCS(Tr&Orth). This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-05-3123 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Finalist: Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Post-operative Outcomes: The University of Colorado Orthopaedic Surgery Monitoring of Outcomes System (U-COSMOS)Dr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with award finalist paper author Dr. Kenneth J. Hunt. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-05-2413 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Finalist: Chopart Peritalar Subluxation in Progressive Collapsing Foot Deformity Assessed by Three-Dimensional Coverage MapsDrs. Nick Strasser and Joe Park co-host this conversation with award finalist paper authors Cesar de Cesar Netto, MD, PhD, and Mr. Andrew Behrens, undergraduate research assistant. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-05-1714 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastRoger A. Mann Award Finalist: Measuring Deltoid Insufficiency After Supination-External Rotation Ankle Fracture with Lateral Talar Subluxation on Gravity Stress ViewDr. Nick Strasser hosts this conversation with award finalist paper author Dr. Edward Haupt. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-05-0513 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastIFFAS Award Winner: Minimally Invasive Chevron-Akin for Correction of Moderate and Severe Hallux Valgus DeformitiesHost Dr. Nick Strasser interviews IFFAS award winning paper author Dr. Kepler Carvalho. This paper was presented live at the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Quebec City. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-04-2017 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe Importance of Social Media in Your PracticeJoin Dr. Adam Bitterman as he discusses why you should use social media as a tool in your practice armamentarium and provides key guidance for social media success. For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-03-2920 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe History and Evolution of Ankle Instability Surgery with Dr. Tom ClantonDrs. Nick Strasser and Joe Park host this conversation with Dr. Tom Clanton on all things ankle instability including the history and evoluation of ankle instability surgery. Thank you to BONESUPPORT for sponsoring this episode. For more information, please click here: https://www.bonesupport.com/en-eu/ For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-03-0840 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastYPC Discussion on Finance ManagementDrs. Matt McDonald and Jie Chen of the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee provide their perspectives on finance management for the resident, fellow, and young attending surgeon. Thank you to BONESUPPORT for sponsoring this episode. For more information, please click here For additional educational resources, visit: https://aofas.org Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2023-02-2230 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastHow to Serve As an Expert WitnessHosts Drs. Joe Park and Anish Kadakia have a conversation with attorney Lee Livingston who specializes in malpractice and personal injury law. They delve into traits that make great expert trial witnesses. For additional educational resources visit https://aofas.org
2023-02-1037 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastThe AOFAS FoundationHost Dr. Joe Park has a conversation with outgoing AOFAS Foundation President Dr. Eric Bluman. They discuss the programs that the Foundation supports and importance of engagement with the Foundation. Visit aofas.org/donate or text GIVEAOFAS to 41444 to make a gift to the Foundation.
2022-12-2107 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastMinimizing Medical Malpractice RisksListen in as co-hosts Drs. Anish Kadakia and Joe Park talk with Plaintiff Lawyer Michael Carter. as they talk about ways to reduce risks for malpractice. Thank you to BONESUPPORT for sponsoring this episode. For more information, please click here: BONESUPPORT For additional educational resources, visit AOFAS Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App, download for free: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2022-12-1432 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastDiversity, Equity and Inclusion: Why It Matters?Young Physician Committee member Dr. Lara Atwater hosts has an engaging conversation with AOFAS DEI Committee members Dr. Tonya Dixon and Dr. Gary Stewart. They talk about why DEI initiatives are important to improve patient care and drive education within the Society, and to the Orthopaedic community at large. Thank you to Stryker for sponsoring this episode. For more information, please visit Stryker.com For additional AOFAS educational resources, visit AOFAS.org
2022-11-1630 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastSetting Up a Practice in Academics and Private PracticeDrs. Matthew McDonald and Paul Talusan from the AOFAS Young Physicians Committee host a panel discussion with Drs. Rob Robertson and Bobby Ndu on how to build a practice if you choose the academic path or the private practice route. For additional educational resources visit https://aofas.org
2022-10-2652 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Replacement Revision Series Part 4: Bone Loss Treatment OptionsIn this final episode of the Total Ankle Replacement Revision Series, Drs. Hodges Davis and Karl Schweitzer continue their discussion with hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Bret Smith about the treatment of ankle arthritis and the evolution of total ankle designs and revision options currently available to treat talar bone loss. Thank you to Stryker for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about Stryker's total ankle Continuum of Care, please visit https://www.stryker.com/us/en/foot-and-ankle/products/invision.html For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/ Looking for CME? A...
2022-10-0527 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Replacement Revision Series Part 3: Bone Loss Treatment OptionsJoin Drs. Hodges Davis and Karl Schweitzer as they chat with hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Bret Smith about the treatment of ankle arthritis and the evolution of total ankle designs and revision options currently available to treat talar bone loss. Thank you to Stryker for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about Stryker's total ankle Continuum of Care, please visit https://www.stryker.com/us/en/foot-and-ankle/products/invision.html For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/ Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: App...
2022-09-2834 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastBone Infection Management Using CERAMENT G with Gentamicin, a Novel Local Antibiotic-Eluting Bone Graft. Sponsored by BONESUPPORT.Join host Mr. Jamie Ferguson from Oxford Bone Infection Unit, as he chats with guests Mr. Alex Wee and Mr. Anand Pillai about their clinical experiences in treating bone infections with CERAMENT G. Sponsored by BONESUPPORT. For shownotes including case studies and CERAMENT G product information, download the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here or visit: https://www.bonesupport.com/en-eu/ For the CERAMENT G IFU, please visit: https://bit.ly/3RKYqka This is an orthopedic expert discussion on the use of Bone...
2022-09-1453 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Replacement Revision Series Part 2: Early Ankle Designs and Future RevisionsDr. Mike Coughlin joins host Dr. Nick Strasser to talk about his early total ankle experiences and looks to the future toward ankle revisions. He shares his experience in the prospective, multi-center, controlled trial of STAR total ankles compared to fusion. Thank you to Stryker for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about Stryker's total ankle Continuum of Care, please visit https://www.stryker.com/ For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/ Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Go...
2022-09-0836 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastTotal Ankle Replacement Revision Series Part 1: Experience Over 35 Years and 2,000 ImplantsDrs. Jim DeOrio and Jim Nunley chat with co-hosts Drs. Nick Strasser and Ben Jackson about their total ankle arthroplasty involvement from the early days of total ankle replacement through present day practice of 200 ankle arthroplasties per year, combined. Additionally, they discuss the extensive Duke database which contains more than 2,000 total ankles, some that have greater than 20 years of data. Thank you to Stryker for sponsoring this episode. To learn more about Stryker's total ankle Continuum of Care, please visit https://www.stryker.com/ For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/ Lo...
2022-08-3146 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Resident Series Lectures: The SyndesmosisThe AOFAS Young Physicians Committee is releasing a new episode in the Resident Series which is intended to assist Residents in prep for Clinic, the OR, Board Review, and the OITE. In this episode, Dr. Natalie Danna provides an overview of the distal tibiofubular syndesmosis of the ankle. Thank you to Bioventus for sponsoring this episode. For more information, visit: https://www.exogen.com/radio/ For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/
2022-08-2412 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastGet Ready for the 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting in Québec City, Canada!Program Chairs Drs. Casey Humbyrd and Daniel Guss share insights about the upcoming annual meeting with co-hosts Dr. Ben Jackson and Dr. Nick Strasser. They chat about the scientific program, highlight special topics, and share their impressions of Québec City. Special thanks to the Exhibitors and Industry Symposia Sponsors whose generous support helps make this meeting possible. To register for the in-person or virtual program, click here.
2022-08-1723 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastOrthobiologics in Foot & Ankle SurgeryThe AOFAS Young Physician Committee's Dr. Matthew Conti hosts a conversation with Dr. Amgad Halleem on the use of orthobiologics in foot and ankle surgery with specific focus on platelet rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate concentrate and how and when to use these in your practice. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/ Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here
2022-08-1031 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastSpecial Episode: Overcoming Adversity in Orthopaedic Surgery - Perspectives from Sports PsychologyWorld renowned Sports Psychologist and Author, Dr. Bob Rotella, and acclaimed UVA basketball player and current UVA Associate Director of Athletics for Development, Mr. Barry Parkhill, have a conversation hosted by Foot and Ankle Surgeon Dr. Joseph Park. These panelists discuss growing confidence from difficult outcomes and challenges and draw analogies to excellence in patient care delivery. Looking for CME? AOFAS Podcast CME only on the ConveyMED Podcast App: Apple Store click here Google Play click here For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/
2022-07-2739 minThe AOFAS Orthopod-CastAOFAS Presidential Podcast with Dr. Chris DiGiovanniDr. Joe Park and Dr. Anish Kadakia host current AOFAS President Dr. Chris DiGiovanni's address to the AOFAS community. They discuss his career pathway, and advocacy of the Resident Scholars Program, among other topics. For additional educational resources visit https://www.aofas.org/
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