The Medicine of Movement: Recent Episodes
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush
Conversations with some of the most accomplished orthopedic surgeons from institutions across the country that offer listeners the opportunity to hear about the struggles and success stories behind the innovations and advancements in orthopedic care.
Hosted by Dr. Adam Yanke.
In celebration of Nurses Week, we talked with Jenny Sprenzel, RN, and her 15 years of experience working as an orthopedic nurse with Dr. Richard Berger.
Our guest today is Dr. Josh Jacobs. Dr. Jacobs, a hip and knee replacement surgeon, has been a member of MOR since 1988. He was named the William A. Hark, MD/Susanne G. Swift Professor at RUSH and served as the Chair of the RUSH Department of Orthopaedic Surgery for 16 years. A dedicated research leader, Dr. Jacobs is especially interested in the materials used in prosthetic devices and has conducted research and published extensively on this topic. He is the recipient of several awards for his work in research including the Kappa Delta Award from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) spends over $30 billion annually on medical research, about 0.2% of the US GDP. Research is critical for understanding disease and advancing treatments. In this episode you’ll learn more about how orthopedic research teams are assembled, how research can reduce the cost of delivering healthcare, what some of the major advancements in orthopedic research have been studied at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH, and much more.
Our guest today is Dr. Brian Cole. Dr. Cole is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH and a Professor of Orthopaedics, Anatomy and Cell Biology at Rush University Medical Center. He received an MD and MBA from the University of Chicago, completed his orthopedic residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell Medical Center, and a Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh. His professional career outside of academia includes serving as a team physician for the Chicago Bulls, a co-team physician for the Chicago White Sox, and a team physician for the Chicago Dogs and DePaul University.
Every day, thousands of patients find themselves in orthopedic clinics searching for answers to alleviate their pain and restore their function. And they rely on the doctor they have chosen to offer them the best solutions available. For some, that could mean an injection, oral medication and other non-operative treatments. For others, it could mean surgery. So, how do orthopedic surgeons practice the art of skillful neglect? In this episode, expect to learn more about how orthopedic surgeons decide which treatments to offer, how they handle setting expectations for outcomes, and much more.
The vast abyss of social media circulates tons of great information on fitness and sports performance, but also circulates an even greater amount of fads and advice that is not founded in research or science. In this episode you’ll learn how to determine who is a good source for fitness and sports performance information, the biggest red flags when it comes to consuming this type of content on social media, and much more.
Our guest today is Dave Heidloff. Dave is an athletic trainer and Manager of Sports Performance at MOR. He has spent his career focusing on injury prevention strategies and bridging the gap between injury and a full return to sport. Dave has experience working with athletes of all skill levels— from youth to professional — in a wide variety of sports.
The MOR Sports Performance Center is a great place to rehab from injury or optimize your performance. Learn more here.
Our guest today is Dr. Jorge Chahla. Dr. Chahla is an orthopedic surgeon based in Chicago who specializes in the treatment of complex knee, hip, and shoulder issues, and all sports-related injuries. He is a team physician for the Chicago White Sox (MLB) and the Chicago Bulls (NBA). He is an Assistant Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center. In addition, he serves as the Director of Biomechanical Research and Director of the International Fellowship Program that attracts surgeons from all over the world to train and study at RUSH.
In this episode, you’ll learn about how Dr. Chahla diagnoses and treats patients who are experiencing hip pain, how hip dysplasia can cause hip pain, where the future of hip arthroscopy is headed, and much more.
In this episode, Dr. Nik Verma discusses rotator cuff disease including the basic functions of the rotator cuff, non-surgical and surgical solutions for rotator cuff tears, how to know if you might have a rotator cuff injury, the negative impact of nicotine on healing, and more.
Dr. Verma specializes in treating shoulder, elbow, knee, and sports-related injuries. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Verma is involved in orthopedic research with interests in basic science, biomechanics, and clinical outcomes. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed manuscripts in major orthopedic and sports medicine journals and has written numerous book chapters.
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On this episode with Dr. Richard Berger, you’ll learn more about both hip and knee replacement, including common questions that patients have about the procedure, how to know when it might be the right time to decide to have a joint replacement, and much more.
Dr. Richard Berger is a pioneer in minimally invasive joint replacement. Dr. Berger’s technique involves no cutting of any muscle, ligaments, or tendons, on the patient. These advances allow most of Dr. Berger’s patients to walk independently and leave the hospital on the same day of surgery. His mechanical engineering background has also helped him design gender-specific implants that fit and perform better for active patients.
Dr. Berger is an assistant professor at RUSH University Medical Center where he was fellowship-trained in adult reconstruction, and he continues to research hip and knee replacements today.
Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by MOR Sports Performance Manager Dave Heidloff, ATC, and MOR physical therapist Albin Mutholam, PT to discuss optimizing patient outcomes following ACL surgery.
Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. Kern Singh to talk about the evolution of cervical disc replacement and what you need to know about the procedure.
Dr. Kern Singh is the Associate Director of the Division of Spine Surgery and Co-Director of the Minimally Invasive Spine Institute at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH.
Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by Dr. Kurt Spindler, the Director of Research & Outcomes, at Cleveland Clinic Florida. Dr. Spindler specializes in sports medicine, knee ligament (ACL) reconstruction, arthroscopic surgery of the knee, and evaluation and treatment of sports musculoskeletal injuries.
Large-scale, prospective research has the ability to change the clinical care that we offer patients. Kurt Spindler, MD and his colleagues have accomplished this with the MOON group, creating outcomes that have transformed the landscape of ACL surgery. Listen to our podcast where he describes the trials and tribulations of undertaking such a mammoth goal.
Dr. Adam Yanke and guest Kevin Wilk talk about how physical therapy and the rehabilitation of active patients has evolved throughout the years, including what is on the horizon for helping patients return to sport or an active lifestyle.
Dr. Adam Yanke is joined by hip and knee replacement surgeon Dr. Craig Della Valle to discuss what patients should know before having knee replacement surgery.
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Dr. Scott Rodeo is an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon and Clinician-Scientist at HSS, with appointments in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery (Sports Medicine Institute) and the Research Department (Tissue Engineering, Repair, and Regeneration Program). He is Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College and Co-Chief Emeritus of the Sports Medicine Institute at HSS. He specializes in sports medicine injuries of the knee, shoulder, ankle, and elbow. He also performs arthritis surgery of the knee and shoulder, including joint replacement surgery. He has specific expertise in complex knee reconstruction (including meniscus transplantation, cartilage resurfacing, osteotomy, and ligament reconstruction), treatment of shoulder instability, and rotator cuff tendon repair. His research focuses on the basic biology of tendon and ligament healing, meniscal allograft transplantation, and rotator cuff repair.
Dr. Matthew Provencher is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic surgeons specializing in the surgical treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the knee and shoulder. Dr. Provencher practices at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado, and conducts research as a Principal Investigator at the renowned Steadman Philippon Research Institute aimed at innovation and improvement in patient care in the field of orthopedic sports medicine.
Next week, we will be launching the very first episode of 'The Medicine of Movement'. The podcast, hosted by Adam B. Yanke, MD, PhD, will feature conversations with our Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush providers as well as some of the most accomplished orthopedic surgeons from institutions across the country.
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