The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery

The hosts share humorous mishaps from their podcast journey, creating a lighthearted atmosphere. They emphasize the importance of self-care for healthcare professionals and offer insights on navigating carpal tunnel surgery while addressing nerve injury concerns. A deep dive into proximal pole nonunions highlights various surgical techniques, imaging methods, and patient comfort. The conversation also touches on gratitude in patient care, showcasing strategies for fostering positive interactions.

The hosts share amusing tales from their travels and the camaraderie of their annual roast tradition. They discuss work-life balance through memorable family celebrations and the challenges of scheduling clinics. Surgical anecdotes reveal complexities in hand surgery, blending intense discussions with relatable stories. Basketball fandom shines through, especially with Steph Curry's shooting evolution. Listener engagement boosts advice on board exam preparation, emphasizing humility and effective communication in the medical field.

Chuck and Chris discuss ethical conundrums, complications from outside surgeon, repeated less than ideal outcomes, avascular necrosis in adolescents, insurance challenges in healthcare, ethical dilemmas in carpal tunnel surgery outcome, ethical responsibilities in healthcare

Season 3, Episode 24.  Chuck and Chris on the road again.  This time in Providence, Rhode Island for the AOA Annual Meeting.  We share a few cases and then share a few more social media insights we learned while in London.  Simply put, there is  amazing and impactful social media activity taking place across the world in hand surgery!We plan a newsletter launch soon.  Subscribe here:  https://wustl.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c6fe13919f69cbe248767c4e8&id=10e0c1dd85 Survey Link:Help Chuck and Chris understand better what you like and what we can improve.  And be entered for drawing to win a mug!  https://bit.ly/349aUvzAs always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern.

The hosts share their travel escapades to London, navigating flight delays and cultural quirks. They highlight key insights from the IFSSH conference, including discussions on congenital hand conditions and divergent surgical approaches. Surgical plate complexities and advances in wrist surgery techniques take center stage, shedding light on innovative strategies. The complexity of forearm instability treatment is explored, alongside reflections on balancing life, work, and humorous parenting challenges, all while encouraging audience involvement.

Macy Stoner, a hand therapist, joins Chuck and Chris to discuss nonsurgical care and recovery post CMC arthroplasty. They explore Ionto Farisis, paraffin wax treatments, joint protection strategies, and the effectiveness of hand orthosis in delaying surgery. The conversation touches on disparities in healthcare costs, patient care frustrations, and advancements in arthrodesis surgery techniques.

Hand therapist Macy Stoner joins Chuck and Chris to discuss nonsurgical care and recovery post CMC arthroplasty. Topics include hand orthoses for CMC joint management, nerve reeducation strategies for brachial plexus injuries, and preventing nerve injuries during hand surgeries.

Glenn Gaston and Peter Rhee, the Chairs of the ASSH Annual Meeting 2022, dive into the behind-the-scenes of organizing a major hand surgery conference. They share the challenges and humor of their roles, highlighting innovative enhancements like interactive sessions and hands-on labs. Expect over 600 research submissions reviewed, emphasizing practical insights for attendees. They also touch on addressing burnout and the excitement around guest speakers, promising a diverse schedule full of engaging content in Boston!

Chuck and Chris discuss engaging with patients, managing challenging cases, and planning a live show in London. They share tips on handling difficult patients, emphasizing empathy and personalized care. Exploring struggles with narcotics use, work comp cases, and the importance of unbiased perceptions in patient care.

Generational differences in healthcare take center stage, sparking a lively debate over the varying values between Boomers and Gen Y. Personal anecdotes highlight family life and cultural celebrations, illustrating how traditions evolve. Delving into workplace dynamics, the hosts emphasize the importance of mentorship across ages. They tackle surgical decision-making complexities while assessing how generational attitudes impact patient care. Finally, they explore work-life balance and community engagement, stressing the emotional ties between professional responsibilities and personal values.