The Augment from the AAHKS YAG

Dr. Springer joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Chalmers, Dr. Mildren and Dr. Sonn to talk about his presidential year and the challenges and successes that he has faced, including reviewing and updating the organization strategic plan, added outreach to the mission and fighting for surgeon reimbursement. Dr. Springer also discussed how he first became involved with AAHKS as an annua...

Mr. Howell and Mr. Hubble join YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum and Dr. Landy to discuss the differences in practice and conferences in the UK and US, as well as their symposium presented at the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting, Cemented Femoral Stem Fixation: Back to the Future”, the abstract for which can be found on page 30 here . In this episode: Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, MSc David C. Landy,...

Dr. Gililland joins YAG Augment hosts Dr. Cohen-Rosenblum, Dr. Landy and Dr. Mildren to discuss his role as the 2022 AAHKS Annual Meeting Program Chair and the work that goes into developing the program, including utilizing abstract reviewers’ expertise, how an abstract goes from submission to podium or poster, arranging the content to be most impactful and ensuring conflicts are disclosed by pres...

In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Education Committee Member Michael P. Ast MD, who provides tips for residents and fellows thinking about getting into practice. Topics include the current models of practice and how those lines are blurring, how to find a good job and negotiating the position, as well as developing ancillary income. Learn more tips and lessons through the Found...

In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS First Vice President Javad Parvizi, MD, FRCS, for the latest “Legends in Arthroplasty”, to discuss his journey from Iran to the US and into orthopaedics. Other topics include learning from adversity, recognizing hard work at every level and the importance of living a balanced life.     In this episode: Jesse Wolfstadt, MD, MSc, FRCSC...

This Veterans Day, the Augment is joined by current and former military arthroplasty surgeons who discuss their reasons for going into the military and into adult reconstruction, including the Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP) and how practice and deployment works while serving. A distinct thank you to our guests and all of our military for their service.   In this episode: Anna R...

In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Research Committee Chair Ran Schwarzkopf MD, MSc, who discusses two of his recently published articles, “ Impact of Preoperative Anemia Severity on Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty Outcomes ” and “ Comparing the Efficacy of Articulating Spacer Constructs for Knee Periprosthetic Joint Infection Eradication: All-Cement vs Real-Component Spacers .”...

In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Publications Committee Vice Chair Christopher E. Pelt, MD, who discusses two of his recently published articles, “ Extended oral antibiotics increase bacterial resistance in patients who fail 2-stage exchange for periprosthetic joint infection ” and “ Neocortex formation in a tapered wedge stem is not indicative of complicatio...

In this episode the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Past President Michael P. Bolognesi, MD, who discusses evolving practice models, surgeons leading bundled payments and working with payors, efficiency and the move to outpatient surgery in private practice and academic centers. Topics also include the future of arthroplasty, longitudinal bundled payment models, technology, the importance of adv...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Leaders Drs. Cohen-Rosenblum, Buller, Mildren and Wolfstadt host “Legends” Allan E. Gross, MD, FRCSC, O.Ont. and Clive P. Duncan, MD, MSc, FRCS(C) in our latest “Legends of Arthroplasty” edition. Discussion includes development of the Vancouver classification of periprosthetic hip fractures, working with Sir John Charnley, CBE, FRS, pr...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Past Presidents Drs. Lowry Barnes, Dan Berry and Rich Iorio. Dr. Barnes discusses development of the Diversity Advisory Board and addressing evolving member and patient needs throughout and after the pandemic. Dr. Iorio discusses priorities for his presidential year including advocacy, research, the e...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined first by Diversity Advisory Board (DAB) Co-Chair Dr. Muyibat Adelani, who discusses the challenges and rewards of academic versus private practice and the future of arthroplasty research. Then AAHKS Past President Dr. Mary O’Connor talks to The Augment about being the first woman member of AAHKS, the growth of...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, Augment host Dr. Mark Mildren is joined by physician assistants Jocelyn Alloway, Jennifer Babich and Kyle Brooks to discuss the Orthopaedic Team Course that is held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting. The course provides insight for PAs and other team members into practice norms across the country and experiences with working with dif...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by AAHKS Board Member-at-Large Dr. Kim Tucker and Women in Arthroplasty (WIA) Committee Member Dr. Elizabeth Lieberman to discuss the benefits of networking at the Annual Meeting, the impact of the WIA Gender Bias videos, their experiences in orthopaedics at different career practice points and how to get more...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined first by Dr. Ryland Kagan, who discusses the paper he presented, “Disagreement in Readmission Rates After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Across Datasets”, dealing with population boom and COVID-19 in Oregon. Dr. Greg Golladay, Editor-in-Chief of Arthroplasty Today , speaks on the Annual Meeting highlights iss...

In this episode, recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting, the Augment hosts are joined by Advocacy Committee Members Drs. Chick Yates, Max Courtney and Chad Krueger to discuss the importance of surgeons advocating for their patients and themselves, as well as the many ways to get involved at the state and national level.   In this episode: Leonard T. Buller, MD Mark E. Mildren, MD Jenna A....

Recorded at the 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting in Dallas, Texas, Season 2 of The Augment begins with interviews with 2021 AAHKS Program Chair Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA and Digital Health and Social Media Committee Member Dustin J. Schuett, DO on the importance of participating in the Annual Meeting, hot issues in the profession, looking to future topics and tips for utilizing social media as a surgeon....

In this episode of The Augment, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Mark E. Mildren, MD and Jesse Wolfstadt, MD, MSc, FRCSC discuss the importance of finding the right job in arthroplasty, things to look for in a job search and interview, as well as the importance of work-life balance in your career, with YAG Founding Member and...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD host Thomas P. Sculco, MD, in our first “Legends of Arthroplasty” edition to discuss how he became interested in orthopaedics, the history of the subspeciality and the changes he has seen.   In This Episode Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD Leonard T. Bu...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Chad A. Krueger, MD and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR), its importance and how to get involved, with their esteemed guest, AAHKS 1st Vice President and AJRR Steering Committee Chair Bryan D. Springer, MD. For more information on AJRR...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the topic of robotics in total joint arthroplasty with their esteemed guest Arthur L. Malkani, MD. Please note: any reference to specific industry product names have been censored.     Bibliography Smith AF et al. “Improved Patient Sat...

In this episode show hosts and YAG Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, Chad A. Krueger, MD and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the articles listed below with their esteemed guests Linda I. Suleiman, MD and Ugo N. Ihekweazu, MD. Dr. Suleiman joins us from the AAHKS Women in Arthroplasty Committee and Dr. Ihekweazu from the newly formed AAHKS Diversity Advisory Board. Bibliograph...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the articles listed below with their esteemed guest James A. Browne, MD. You can access the Patient Education website that Dr. Browne mentions at www.aahks.org . Bibliography 1) Hannon C et al. “The Efficacy and Safety of Gabapentinoids in Total...

In this episode, show hosts and Young Arthroplasty Group (YAG) Members Anna R. Cohen-Rosenblum, MD, Leonard T. Buller, MD, and Mark E. Mildren, MD discuss the articles listed below with their esteemed guest Antonia F. Chen, MD, MBA. Bibliography 1) Ribau, A, et al. “Is preoperative staphylococcus aureus screening and decolonization effective at reducing surgical site infection in patients un...