Shows
JAAOS Unplugged"Early Care of Polytraumatized Patients: A Framework for Orthopaedic Surgeons" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewees Michael M. Polmear, MD, MS, and Jennifer E. Hagen, MD, FAAOS, discussing their review article, "Early Care of Polytraumatized Patients: A Framework for Orthopaedic Surgeons" from the October 1, 2025 issue Also discussing in-depth the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training program and framework for performing initial life- and limb-threatening interventions. Article summarized from the October 1, 2025 issue Review article "External Fixation of Lower Extremity Injuries in an Austere Environment: A Technique for Safe Application Without the Use of Fluoroscopy" Articles summarized from the October 15, 2025 issue Research article "Predictors of Internal Rotation–Dependent Activities of Daily Living Per...
2025-10-2345 minJAAOS Unplugged"Low Velocity Ballistic Trauma Related Upper Extremity Nerve Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Alexander Lauder, MD, FAAOS, discussing his research article, "Low-Velocity Ballistic Trauma–Related Upper Extremity Nerve Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis" from the September 1, 2025 issue Article summarized from the September 1, 2025 issue Review article "Fingertip Injuries: A Review and Update on Management" Articles summarized from the September 15, 2025 issue Review article "Perioperative Nutritional Optimization in Spine Surgery" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the September 1, 2025 issue of JAAOS and the September 15, 2025 issue of JAAOS. The JAAOS Unplugged podcast series is brought to you by the Journal of the American Aca...
2025-09-1533 minJAAOS Unplugged"Can ChatGPT-4 Diagnose and Treat Like an Orthopaedic Surgeon? Testing Clinical Decision-Making and Diagnostic Ability in Soft Tissue Pathologies of the Foot and Ankle" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Arianna L. Gianakos, DO, discussing her research article, "Can ChatGPT-4 Diagnose and Treat Like an Orthopaedic Surgeon? Testing Clinical Decision Making and Diagnostic Ability in Soft-Tissue Pathologies of the Foot and Ankle" from the August 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the August 1, 2025 issue Research article "Patients With Diabetes on Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty Are at Increased Odds for a Number of Postoperative Adverse Events But Reduced Risk of Transfusion" Articles summarized from the August 15, 2025 issue Review article "Management and Return to Play of the Elite Athlete for Common Sports-Related Injuries About the...
2025-08-1144 minJAAOS Unplugged"Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Extrinsic and Intrinsic Risk Factors" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Nicholas A. Apseloff, MD, discussing his review article, "Primary Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Extrinsic and Intrinsic Risk Factors" from the July 1, 2025 issue Article summarized from the July 1, 2025 issue Review article ""FATAL Graft": A Diagnostic Algorithm for the Workup of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Graft Failure" Articles summarized from the July 15, 2025 issue Two-part series: Review article "Shoulder Arthroplasty: Current Evidence and Techniques on Infection Diagnosis and Treatment" Review article "Shoulder Arthroplasty: Current Evidence and Techniques on Infection Prevention" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the July 1, 2025 issue of JAAOS and t...
2025-07-0939 minJAAOS Unplugged"Presidential Address—Moving Forward" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Annunziato Amendola, MD, FAAOS, AAOS President 2025-2026, discussing his presidential address, "Moving Forward" from the June 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the June 1, 2025 issue Research article "Physician-Led Orthopaedic Hospitals Outperform Nonphysician-Led Orthopaedic Hospitals: An Analysis of the Top 200 Orthopaedic Hospitals" Article summarized from the June 15, 2025 issue Review article "Workplace Violence in Health Care: Current State of Affairs and Methods of Prevention" See also the AAOS Webinar in Workplace Violence in Health Care: Current State of Affairs and Methods of Prevention – Monday, July 14, 2025, 7:15-8:15 pm CST To register, go here. Follow this link to download thes...
2025-06-1047 minJAAOS Unplugged"Examining the Outliers: Characteristics of the Most and Least Diverse Programs in Orthopaedics" Host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD Guest interviewee Gabriella E. Ode, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, discussing her research article, "Examining the Outliers: Characteristics of the Most and Least Diverse Programs in Orthopaedics" from the May 15, 2025 issue Article summarized from the May 1, 2025 issue Research article "Geographic Location Markedly Affects Academic Productivity of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeons" Article summarized from the May 15, 2025 issue Research article "Assessing the Linking Between the Orthopaedic In-Training Examination and the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Part I Certification Examination" Follow this link to download these and other articles from the May 1, 2025 issue of JAAOS and the May 15, 2025 issue of JAAOS....
2025-05-1551 min
AAOS Career PodcastMastering Job Exploration With ACCELERATEThis episode dives into the job-hunting process using the brand-new orthopaedic job exploration platform, ACCELERATE by AAOS. MedGeo Executive Vice President Jarod Collins explains how the interactive, map-based platform helps connect AAOS members with over 13,500 employers across the country in one easy to use tool. The conversation covers key factors to consider when choosing a job, the importance of mentorship and leveraging your network, as well as job searching techniques and current market trends.Learn more about ACCELERATE by AAOS: https://www.aaos.org/accelerate View FAQ about the platform: htt...
2024-10-3035 minAAOS Career PodcastNew Ban on Noncompete AgreementsHealthcare executive Paul Bruning discusses the recent ban on noncompete agreements and what the historic rule means for the future of musculoskeletal care. He talks about the reasoning behind the restrictive clauses and unlocked opportunities for innovation and industry competition.Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Guest: Paul Bruning, Service Line Director, Sutter Health
2024-07-1631 min
AAOS Career PodcastFDA Leader on Diversity in MedicineThis episode features a provocative discussion about diversity in medicine and the importance of cross collaboration between public and private practice. Microbiologist and FDA leader RDML Raquel Peat shares lessons on transformational leadership and why diversity in thought, background, training, geography, and research are critical to improving public health and advancing the field of orthopaedics.Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident AssemblyGuest: RDML Raquel Peat, PhD, MPH, Director, Office of Orthopedic Devices, FDA
2024-06-2033 min
AAOS Career PodcastWorking With Industry: Ethical Considerations and Patient SafetyPartnerships between orthopaedic surgeons and industry can have educational value and lead to improvements in patient care. Sometimes, however, the line between supportive funds and funds to promote a particular product can be blurred. This episode dives into considerations for ensuring these relationships provide value, benefit the patient, and comply with applicable laws.Related episode, Episode 16, Ideas and Innovation in Orthopaedics: https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/career-podcast/episode-16/AAOS Device Recall Dashboard: https://www.aaos.org/quality/healthcare-safety/device-recall-dashboard/Guest: Jonathan Dubin, MD, FAAOS, AAOS Healthcare Safety CommitteeH...
2024-04-2426 min
AAOS Career PodcastMastering Your First Impression: The Power of Your Personal StoryIn this episode, recorded live at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, public speaking and media performance consultant, Kathryn Janicek, explains how surgeons’ executive presence is critical to inspiring confidence and trust in the field. The three-time Emmy Award-winning TV executive offers practical guidance for leveraging your expertise to promote your personal brand and your practice.Guest: Kathryn Janicek, Public Speaking and Media Performance ConsultantHost: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly
2024-03-2825 minAAOS Career PodcastFinding Passion Within Your SpecialtyNew host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, sits down with outgoing AAOS Membership Council chair and repeat podcast guest Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, FAAOS, for this in-person interview recorded at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting. Through sharing her personal story in sports medicine, Dr. Matzkin explains the importance of finding passion within your specialty, whether it's research, a surgical technique or an area outside of clinical practice like advocacy, and how that excitement translates into being a better orthopaedic surgeon. Episode 16 with Dr. Matzkin, “Building Skills Through Leadership” https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/career-podcast/episode-15/ Guest...
2024-02-2925 minAAOS Career PodcastGlimpse Into New Host, Initiatives & Annual MeetingIn his final episode as host of the AAOS Career Podcast, Dr. Daniel Cognetti introduces the new host and Chair of the AAOS Resident Assembly Dr. Mikalyn DeFoor. Together they talk about exciting initiatives coming to the Resident Assembly and events for residents at the upcoming AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting.Resident programs at the meeting: https://www.aaos.org/annual/education/resident-focused-programs/Guest: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Incoming Chair, AAOS Resident AssemblyHost: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly
2024-02-0820 min