The Patient's Guide

In this episode of The Patient's Guide podcast, we delve into the importance and clarity of hospital discharge instructions. We discuss a recent study that evaluated the readability of these instructions from the Epic electronic health record system. Learn about the study's findings on reading levels, language availability, and the implications for patient care. We also highlight the signi...

Welcome back to The Patient's Guide! In this episode, we dive into the complexities of neck pain and the role of Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) surgery. We explore a pivotal study that examines whether the timing of the surgery impacts recovery outcomes. By breaking down a meta-analysis of over 1,500 patients, we discuss the critical findings, including the implications of wait...

The True Cost and Value of Board Certification in Medicine | The Patient's Guide Podcast In this episode of The Patient's Guide podcast, we explore the intricate world of medical board certification, breaking down what it means for doctors and how it affects their financials. Discover the average costs associated with board certification, the ongoing expenses, and the debate over whether these cer...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss the complex topic of iatrogenic flat back syndrome, a condition caused by medical treatment, specifically spinal fusion surgery. We also discuss a study highlighting that many people require a second surgery due to the insufficient correction of the spine's natural curve in their first surgery. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including bu...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss an article that argues for a federal law requiring all motorcycle riders to wear helmets and its impact on healthcare costs. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this podcast is intended to be...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide Podcast, we discuss an article investigates the impact of spinal cord injury and spine surgery on sexual and reproductive function. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this podcast is intended to be a su...

In this episode of the Patient's Guide podcast, the hosts explore a study investigating the prevalence and factors influencing height gain following adult spinal deformity (ASD) surgery. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this podcast is int...

Exploring the Spinal Deformity Complexity Checklist In this episode of the Patient's Guide podcast, the hosts discuss minimally invasive spine surgery for adult spinal deformity. They introduce the Spinal Deformity Complexity Checklist (SDCC), a tool developed by the International Spine Study Group to help determine if minimally invasive surgery is suitable for a patient. The checklist considers f...

Understanding the Impact of Surgical Time in Adult Spinal Deformity Surgery This episode of The Patient's Guide podcast delves into the intricacies of adult spinal deformity surgery, specifically focusing on how the duration of surgery can impact recovery and potential complications. The discussion is based on a significant study observing patients for two years, which revealed that longer surgeri...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss an article published in The Spine Journal investigating the impact of a statewide prescription opioid limiting law on opioid utilization following lumbar spine surgery in Rhode Island. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to, audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational...

In this episode of The Patient'a Guide, we discuss an article titled "Evaluation and Management of Cauda Equina Syndrome," which provides a comprehensive overview of Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES), a potentially devastating spinal condition characterized by compression of the nerve roots in the lumbosacral spinal canal. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to audio recor...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss a research article examining the epidemiology of cervical and thoracic spinal fractures during recreational activities. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to, audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this podcast is intended to be a s...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss the impact of depression on recovery outcomes in patients undergoing surgery for cervical deformity. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to, audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this podcast is intended to be a substitute for profe...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss an article that examines the prevalence, treatment, and impact of adult spinal deformity (ASD), a spectrum of spinal abnormalities affecting adults. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to, audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational purposes only. No material in this...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss a research article investigating the relationship between segmental lordosis restoration during lumbar spinal and the development of adjacent segment disease, a common complication. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limited to, audio recordings, transcripts, show notes, and any associated materials, is for informational pu...

In this episode of The Patient's Guide, we discuss a clinical research article published in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine. It investigates whether the use of tranexamic acid (TXA) during complex spinal deformity surgeries increases the risk of thromboembolic complications in patients with preexisting thromboembolic risk factors. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast, including but not limit...