The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery

Season 3, Episode 31.  Chuck and Chris share exciting podcast milestone and announce a new giveaway to celebrate.  And then, we get down to a new topic- capitellar OCD, osteochondral defect, aka osteochondritis dissecans.  We share thoughts on diagnosis and treatment- what works, what doesn't, and so much more.Subscribe to our newsletter:  https://wustl.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c6fe13919f69cbe248767c4e8&id=10e0c1dd85 Please complete NEW Survey: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=taPMTM1xbU6XS02b65bG1s4ZpoRI9wlPhXnSF2MnEXxURVRNVDNBMEVSMU1CWFpIQVA4SEtMTFcyMS4uAs always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  

Chuck and Chris discuss the impact of books on personal growth, their shift from basketball to cycling, and ways to engage with professional societies for orthopedic professionals. They share experiences with leadership training, mentorship, and the balance between professional development and personal responsibilities.

Chuck and Chris discuss overcoming uncertainty, exploring personal and professional growth through embracing uncertainty and taking chances. They touch on concepts of risk aversion, loss aversion, and self-care amidst failure, highlighting the importance of learning and adapting in the face of uncertainty.

Farshid Guilak, the Mildred Simon Professor of Orthopedic Surgery and Director of Research at Shriners Hospital, shares insights from his distinguished research career. He delves into innovative advancements in arthritis treatment and the iterative nature of cartilage regeneration. The conversation highlights the impact of mentorship in biomedical engineering and celebrates resilience in research. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and personal energizers to avoid burnout, making for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.

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.