The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery

IFSSH Preview with Guests Jeff Yao and Jeff Friedrich

Feb 16, 2025

Chuck and Chris are joined by Jeff Yao, a distinguished hand surgeon from Stanford with a knack for arthroscopy, and Jeff Friedrich, a plastic surgeon known for his work at the University of Washington and Seattle Children's. They dive into planning the International Federation for Societies for Surgery of the Hand meeting, likening it to the 'Olympics for hand surgeons.' The conversation also highlights innovative treatments for CMC arthritis, revealing exciting surgical techniques to enhance patient recovery.

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Quick takeaways

The upcoming IFSSH meeting marks a historic gathering for hand surgeons, emphasizing diverse topics and international collaboration within the field.

A detailed discussion on CMC arthritis treatment options highlights the importance of personalized care tailored to patients' specific conditions and needs.

Deep dives

Introduction of Guests and AI Companion

The episode features a lively discussion with guests Jeff Friedrich and Jeff Yao, both renowned hand surgeons, regarding the upcoming IFSSH meeting. The hosts share their experiences using an AI companion for meetings, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses in capturing discussions accurately. The significance of utilizing technology in surgical practice is emphasized, showcasing how it aids in documentation and collaboration. Additionally, the humorous banter among the guests establishes a light-hearted but informative tone for the episode.

Intro

2min

Planning the IFSSH Meeting: Challenges and Excitement

10min

Reflections on Live Podcasting and Event Organization

2min

Planning an International Hand Surgery Meeting

10min

Surgical Collaboration and CMC Arthritis Management

6min

Advancements in Wrist Surgery Techniques

6min

Excitement for Upcoming CMC Meeting and Battery Daddy Appreciation

3min

Chuck and Chris welcome Jeff Yao and Jeff Friedrich to preview the IFSSH. We have a fantastic, wide ranging discussion about this leading, triannual meeting of surgeons and therapists. We follow up that with a discussion of Jeff and Jeff's preferences for treatment of CMC arthritis.

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