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Chuck, Miles, and Sam discuss mistakes in orthopaedics and how to ensure the best care for our patients. Part 4 of 4 includes a discussion of fracture follow-up.

What Happens When Stuff Happens - Part 3 by Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery | Sam Dyer, PA-C, MHS, Chuck Dowell, MS, PA-C, ATC, and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, MCHS

Sam Dyer, PA-C, Chuck Dowell, PA-C, and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, share examples of mistakes in orthopedic care. Part 2 includes what happens with missed fractures, fracture angulation, and when things don't go the way you want them to.

Sam Dyer, PA-C, Chuck Dowell, PA-C, and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, share examples of mistakes in orthopedic care. Part 1 starts with a discussion of intra-artiular injections. What is in our control with sterile preparation, side-effects and patient expectations? How do we learn when we do have a mistake or a disappointing outcome?

Chuck Dowell, PA-C, discusses a recent Ortho Urgent Care case about a two year old complaining of lack of use of the left arm after an injury playing with her older brother.

Sam shares highlights from a previous PAOS conference presentation on arthritis of the elbow. Niloofar Dehghan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Shoulder Care, Elbow Care, Fractures & Trauma. Follow along with the presentation on our youtube channel: https://youtu.be/LQrEbzFHnjA PAOS members have access to the videos of all previous PAOS conferences up to 2022. Check out the Learning Ce...

Sam shares highlights from a previous PAOS conference presentation on arthritis of the elbow. Niloofar Dehghan, MD is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in Shoulder Care, Elbow Care, Fractures & Trauma. To view the imaging that goes along with this presentation, check out our youtube channel: https://youtu.be/qBrAgIi-6U4 PAOS members have access to the videos of all previous PAOS conferences up to...

Chuck Dowell, PA-C speaks with 2024 Scholarship Winner Graham Parks, PA-S, on his research review of the Subscapularis-sparing Approach for Anatomical TSA. While the limited exposure of this approach makes it challenging for surgeons to learn, it allows for early unrestricted motion. What do we know so far about how it compares to the traditional approach? What are some considerations for patient...

Part 1 of 2. Christina Thomas, PA-S is one of our 2024 scholarship winners and shares with us her presentation. Chuck Dowell, PA-C, hosts this series of interviews with Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship recipients. Learn more PAOS.org about this annual scholarship opportunity for PA students interested in orthopedics.

Part 1 of 2. Christina Thomas, PA-S is one of our 2024 scholarship winners and shares with us her presentation. Chuck Dowell, PA-C, hosts this series of interviews with Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship recipients. Learn more PAOS.org about this annual scholarship opportunity for PA students interested in orthopedics.

A discussion with Jennifer Orozco-Kolb, Chief Medical Officer of the American Academy of Physician Associates. OUR 200TH EPISODE! In Part 2 we discuss Optimal Team Practice, the future of the profession, and how PAs are improving healthcare access.

A discussion with Jennifer Orozco-Kolb, Chief Medical Officer of the American Academy of Physician Associates. OUR 200TH EPISODE! In Part 1, we discuss the PA Licensure compact, name change, and how far the profession has come.

Chuck Dowell, PA-C discusses the increase in pickleball injuries seen with the increasing popularity of the sport. Achilles tendon ruptures and gastroc injuries or Achilles tendinopathy injuries are common. In this case study, a novice pickleball player was pushing off on his right leg, felt a pop within the right calf/Achilles tendon area, and was unable to continue to play. When do we need to do...

Chuck Dowell, PA-C, shares a case study of a common condition to orthopedic urgent care. How do you talk to a patient about a "Popeye deformity" as they consider surgical vs nonsurgical treatment? We cover mechanism of injury, physical exam, and options for treatment for proximal and distal biceps tears. Guest host Chuck Dowell, MS, PA-C, ATC is Lead Physician Assistant at Colorado Springs Orthopa...

Join us next week for new clinical content! Sam discusses his opinion of the American Medical Association's campaign against the PA name change, ability to change specialties, and scope of practice. Ortho Boot Camp registration is now open! Check out PAOS.org for more info about the new offerings this year for those new to the profession or the ortho specialty.

As we return from the annual conference, a further discussion on the history of the American Medical Association and its impact on current challenges in healthcare.

What are some treatment options for patients who have had back surgery but still experience pain? Dr. Baranello, an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho in Durham, NC, discusses Neuromodulation. Part 4 concludes our interview with a case study and a discussion of patient selection. If you're in Nashvile this week for the Annual PAOS conference, come by the desk and say hi!

Dr. Baranello is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho. Part 3 of our interview is a discussion of the trial and implant process for the spinal cord stimulator or other neuromodulation device. Limited spaces left! Join us in Nashville for the annual PAOS conference. More info and registration at PAOS.org.

Sam weighs in on an open letter from the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to American Medical Association (AMA) and their recent "scope creep" rhetoric. The letter is available to read and sign here: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2024/07/aapa-calls-on-ama-to-put-a-stop-to-campaign-against-pas/

Dr. Robert Baranello shares the importance of patient selection when using neuromodulation. Part 2 identifies the patient criteria, as well as covers the Gate Control Theory pain and its application in Spinal Cord stimulation and other form of neuromodulation. Dr. Baranello is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho. For more information from Dr. Baranello, check out Https://ww...

Dr. Robert Baranello discusses the growing field of neurmodulation. In part 1, he covers some of the indications for Spinal Cord Stimulation, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Ganglion Root Stimulation, and more. Dr. Baranello practices Interventional Pain Management at the Durham office of EmergeOrtho. For more information, check out Https://www.robertbaranellomd.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram....

Sam shares some considerations for ortho PAs and NPs for ways we can improve the orthopedic care we provide for patients that may not have insurance, may be underinsured, or may have other barriers to care. As he researches for a talk on radiology, he finds some interesting studies about what can make our visits more effective. Join the PAOS in Nashville for the annual conference! Register at PAOS...

Today we share a recording of Dr. Brad Ellison from our Charlotte conference. Dr. Ellison is a board-certified fellowship-trained hip and knee reconstruction specialist. He spoke at our Charlotte conference "Arthritis to Arthroplasty" about imaging of the hip. We have several years of conferences available for members to view for free. Please see our Learning Central for links.

Sam shares some of his favorite interviews. This week is Dr. Virginia Casey's discussion of the pediatric elbow fracture and considerations for treating this difficult injury. Dr. Casey is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in pediatrics and medical director of OrthoCarolina. Her talks are available in our library of virtual content, including prior years that members may view for free!

Sam has written a Manual for Onboarding APPs, which is available for free for PAOS members on the Learning Center. Today we revisit his collection of "Practice Pearls" for new PAs or those new to orthopedics. Check out the entire onboarding manual on the PAOS website by clicking on CME and Learning Center. The PDF is available for download in the Resource Library.