Joseph Abboud

Dr. Joseph Abboud, a leading expert in orthopedic trauma, dives into the complexities of periprosthetic humerus fractures. He discusses the unique challenges faced by older patients and highlights crucial risk factors, such as age and health conditions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of precise classification for treatment decisions, illustrating how to navigate a delicate balance between conservative and surgical approaches. Real-life case studies further illuminate when to take action and when to hold back.

Join orthopedic experts Joseph Abboud, Anand Murthi, and Luke Austin as they dissect a challenging case of a 75-year-old woman with a periprosthetic scapular fracture after reverse shoulder arthroplasty. They share insights on surgical techniques for complex fractures and emphasize the importance of individualized assessments and rehabilitation strategies. The discussion also covers preoperative considerations, optimizing patient recovery, and the latest innovations in shoulder and elbow procedures, alongside excitement for an upcoming orthopedic conference.

Anas Malkawi, a consultant orthopedic surgeon from Germany, Joseph Abboud, a renowned shoulder surgeon from the U.S., and Abdallah Selmi, an orthopedic surgeon from Northern Germany, engage in a lively discussion about proximal humerus fracture-dislocations. They dissect a real-life case, emphasizing imaging techniques for diagnosis and the significance of classification systems. Surgical strategies, including fixation methods and the timing of procedures, are explored, alongside the role of patient preferences in treatment decisions, making for an insightful and collaborative analysis.