Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. AlRashid

Send us Fan Mail Is real-world data better than clinical trials? Could AI change how we evaluate medical evidence and choose treatments? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun Alrashid sits down with Dr. Uli Chettipally, an emergency physician, researcher, and healthcare entrepreneur, to explore how patient data can inform clinical decisions and why physician judgment remains essential....

Send us Fan Mail What will it take to make healthcare more accessible, scalable, and adaptable across Southeast Asia? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Dr. Chern Chet Yong, Chief Futures Officer at KPJ Healthcare’s Future Health Institute, to explore the future of healthcare innovation across the region. Drawing on his experience as a physician, healthcare ex...

Send us Fan Mail Can innovation, artificial intelligence, and opioid-free pain management transform the future of orthopedic surgery? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. AlRashid, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Dr. Vinod Dasa, Irvin Cohen Chair of Orthopedic Research and Vice Chairman of Academics at LSU Health Sciences Center, to explore the future of orthopedic surgery, healthcare...

Send us Fan Mail What if we could change the way the brain and nervous system communicate? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with neurosurgeon Dr. Yehuda Herschman to explore deep brain stimulation, chronic pain, peripheral nerve stimulation, and the future of neuromodulation. They discuss who may benefit from DBS, awake vs. asleep brain surgery, how patients can...

Send us Fan Mail What led two orthopedic surgeons to challenge traditional hip replacement and develop one of the most recognized hip resurfacing systems in modern orthopedic surgery? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Alrashid, Dr. Mamun Alrashid sits down with Dr. Ronan Treacy, co-developer and co-inventor of the pioneering Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) system. Dr. Treacy takes us...

Send us Fan Mail Can damaged cartilage actually be restored? What role do PRP, stem cells, gene editing, and orthobiologics really play and where does the science end and the hype begin? In this episode, Dr. Mamun Alrashid sits down with Dr. Brian Cole, one of the leading voices in orthopedic sports medicine and biologic joint restoration. Dr. Cole is the Head Team Physician for the Chicago Bulls,...

Send us Fan Mail Athletes Are Traveling for Stem Cell Therapy—But Should They?  Athletes are increasingly traveling around the world in search of stem cell and exosome therapies but how safe and evidence-based are these treatments? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Mamun AlRashid, Dr. Brian Cole discusses the potential of allogeneic stem cell therapy and the important questions patien...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when artificial intelligence meets robotic surgery? The operating room of the future may look very different from what we know today. In this video, we explore how AI and surgical robots are transforming modern surgery, helping surgeons plan procedures, improve precision, analyze medical data, and make more informed decisions. From robotic-assisted surgery to AI-power...

Send us Fan Mail What will orthopedic surgery look like in the next 10 years? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Mamun AlRashid, we sit down with Dr. Parag Sanchetti, one of India's leading orthopedic surgeons and Chairman & Managing Director of Sancheti Hospital in Pune. Dr. Sanchetti shares his remarkable journey in orthopedic surgery, from training in India, the UK, Germany...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a surgeon refuses to accept the traditional limits of medicine? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. AlRashid, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Professor Shafi Ahmed, a colorectal cancer surgeon, educator, entrepreneur, futurist, and pioneer in digital surgical education. Professor Ahmed shares his journey from Bangladesh to the UK and how his career i...

Send us Fan Mail What is the future of heart surgery? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. Mamun AlRashid, Dr. Mamun sits down with renowned cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Joseph Lamelas, a pioneer in minimally invasive cardiac surgery. Dr. Lamelas discusses the evolution of minimally invasive heart surgery, coronary bypass, valve repair, aortic surgery, surgical innovation, and the growing...

Send us Fan Mail Can regenerative medicine change the future of healthcare? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Professor Himanshu Bansal, a global leader in regenerative medicine, to discuss the latest advances in stem cell therapy, PRP, exosomes, spinal cord injury treatment, osteoarthritis, biologics, and longevity science. Discover why autologous stem cells...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to transform an entire field of medicine? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun Alrashid sits down with Dr. Javad Parvizi, one of the world's leading authorities in hip and knee surgery, prosthetic joint infection, and orthopedic innovation. From fleeing Iran as a refugee to becoming one of the most influential orthopedic surgeons in the world, Dr...

Send us Fan Mail Many people view informed consent as just another form to sign before treatment or participation in research. But what if it's actually one of the most important opportunities in healthcare? In this insightful conversation, Dr. Wael Barsoum shares a powerful perspective: informed consent is not a burden it's a gift. It creates a meaningful dialogue between healthcare pro...

Send us Fan Mail Many leaders focus on making decisions. Great leaders focus on building trust. In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Wael Barsoum discusses a leadership lesson that applies far beyond healthcare: meaningful organizational change happens through influence, credibility, and relationships—not authority alone. As surgeons, we're trained to identify problems and solve them qu...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Wael Barsoum shares one of the most powerful lessons he learned from his mother, a lesson that continues to guide his life, leadership, and commitment to healthcare. "Every human being is special in the eyes of God. Every human being is deserving of your greatest effort." After experiencing one of the most difficult lo...

Send us Fan Mail Healthcare organizations today face increasing pressure to deliver exceptional patient outcomes while balancing growth, innovation, physician engagement, and financial sustainability. In the latest episode of Beyond The Scalpel, Dr. Mamun Al Rashid speaks with Dr. Wael Barsoum, distinguished orthopedic surgeon and healthcare executive, about the lessons learned from leading world-...

Send us Fan Mail Trust isn't built overnight it is earned through consistency, credibility, and a genuine commitment to serving others. In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Dr. Wael Barsoum for a compelling discussion on leadership, organizational transformation, physician engagement, and the future of healthcare. Drawing from decades of experience leading...

Send us Fan Mail The substance abuse epidemic continues to impact millions of individuals, families, and communities across the United States. From opioid addiction to the growing challenges of mental health and recovery, addressing this crisis requires compassion, awareness, and evidence-based solutions. In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Dr. Bobby Mukkamala...

Send us Fan Mail How can prior authorization delays impact cancer treatment—and the lives of patients waiting for care? In this powerful episode, Dr. Mamun AlRashid and Dr. Bobby Mukkamala discuss the real-world consequences of insurance-related delays, sharing personal patient experiences and highlighting the urgent need for a healthcare system that puts patients first. Every delay can mean added...

Send us Fan Mail As healthcare costs continue to rise, many physicians are facing a different reality: declining Medicare reimbursement rates. In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel Podcast, Dr. Mamun AlRashid and Dr. Bobby Mukkamala explore how Medicare payment policies affect physician compensation, medical practice sustainability, patient access to care, and the future of healthcare delivery in...

Send us Fan Mail The United States spends more on healthcare than any other nation, yet millions of Americans continue to face challenges with access, affordability, and health outcomes. In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel Podcast, Dr. Mamun AlRashid and Dr. Bobby Mukkamala discuss why higher healthcare spending doesn't always translate into better results, and what changes could help creat...

Send us Fan Mail What if the future of orthopedic innovation isn't just happening in the operating room? Join Dr. Mamun AlRashid as he sits down with Dr. Sharat Kusuma, President & CEO of Joint Medica, to discuss his remarkable journey from orthopedic surgeon to McKinsey consultant, Apple Health innovator, and med-tech leader. Together, they explore how technology, business strategy, and...

Send us Fan Mail Private equity is transforming healthcare at an unprecedented pace, but what does that mean for physicians, healthcare organizations, investors, and patients? In this episode of Beyond the Scalpel , Dr. Mamun Alrashid sits down with Jose Vela Jr., Esq. , a nationally recognized healthcare trial lawyer, former Assistant United States Attorney, former federal prosecutor, and retired...

Send us Fan Mail Can nutrition be as important as medicine when it comes to surgery and recovery? In this thought-provoking episode of Beyond the Scalpel with Dr. AlRashid, Dr. Mamun AlRashid sits down with Mr. Eziah Syed, Founder and CEO of MEND Nutrition, to explore how science-backed clinical nutrition is transforming modern healthcare.  Drawing from his experience at Deloitte, Citibank, and th...