The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery Free Solo Revised: Jeff and Steve Share Hand Surgery Practice Year 2 Insights
Nov 7, 2021
In this engaging chat, hand surgeons Jeff Stepan from the University of Chicago and Steve Lanier from NorthShore University share their second-year insights into hand surgery practice. They dive into innovative surgical techniques, including experiences from a thought-provoking symposium at the ASSH. The duo discusses building a practice, navigating board certification, and the vital balance between their demanding careers and personal lives, offering invaluable advice for aspiring surgeons while showcasing the evolving landscape of their field.
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Complex P1 Fracture Case
- Chuck shares an anecdote about a young patient with a complex P1 fracture.
- The patient's anxiety and the fracture type made pinning unsuitable.
Headless Compression Screws for P1 Fractures
- Steve suggests headless compression screws as an alternative to pinning for P1 fractures.
- This approach allows early mobilization, especially for patients who may not tolerate pins well.
Free Solo Symposium
- Jeff and Steve presented a symposium at the ASSH meeting titled "Free Solo: Letting Go of the Rope."
- The symposium, geared towards trainees, covered practice building, clinic setup, OR management, and research.