The Upper Hand: Chuck & Chris Talk Hand Surgery

Episode 46.  Chuck and Chris continue our discussion of distal radius fractures.  This is part 2 of 2- we discuss in the volar approach include our techniques as well as tips and pearls.  We discuss anatomical risks, plate choice, and other issue.As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern.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/349aUvz

Episode 45.  Chuck and Chris discuss distal radius fractures.  This is part 1 of 2- we discuss in clinic management and general principles.  We discuss surgical indications and criteria.  As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern.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/349aUvz

Episode 44.  Chuck and Chris discuss leadership during the COVID 19 pandemic.  Maintaining positivity may be challenging and patience is also challenging.  We discuss the importance of being a patient leader during these difficult times.As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu.  And thanks to Eric Zhu, aspiring physician and podcast intern.Article referenced:Sluss, David Becoming a More Patient Leader.  HBR, Sept 2, 2020Survey 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/349aUvz

Two hand surgeons dive deep into the complexities of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), discussing its diagnosis and treatment challenges. They share strategies for successful patient management and the importance of effective communication. The podcast also touches on the nuances of pain management, including nerve blocks during surgeries. With a mix of professional insights and personal anecdotes, the hosts highlight the emotional connections they forge with their patients, making for an engaging and informative discussion.

Episode 42.  Chuck and Chris welcome guest Ben Nwachukua to talk about his experience in the NBA Bubble.  Ben shares his thoughts on the success of the process but also on what it took to make it happen.  If you like sports,  like the NBA, or just like an old fashioned success story, you will enjoy Ben's description based on his experience of living in the bubble for the month of August.  We also touch on Ben's telehealth startup: www.bicmd.com, a soon to launch telehealth platform for musculoskeletal care.Ben's website is: https://manhattansportsdoc.comWe continue our new feature- mail grab bag.  In this short segment, we will share a reader question and our response.  Hope you like it!As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu

Episode 41.  Chuck and Chris recap highlights of the ASSH Annual Meeting.  The ASSH pulled off a great meeting.  We run through our favorite parts, what we learned, and highlight 5 of the award winning papers.We also start a new feature- mail grab bag.  In this short segment, we will share a reader question and our response.  Hope you like it!As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu

Episode 39.  Chuck and Chris talk to again with Amy Lake from Dallas about a passion project- Hand Camp.  These camps are amazing experiences in which children with hand differences spent time with other kids and other families to learn from one another (and teach us).  Amy has been inspirational in building these camps in Dallas and inspiring others, like us in St Louis, to do the same.  We promise this concept willl get you thinking!As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. And thanks to Eric Zhu, the Upper Hand intern extraordinaire.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.eduImportant links from show: luckyfinproject.org and myselfbelts.com

Episode 40.  Chuck and Chris talk ASSH Annual Meeting.  We got together just after the meeting started to share our thoughts and plans around this virtual meeting.  While this year is very different, many people did much work to make this happen.  Thank you and this will be a great meeting!As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu

Episode 38.  Chuck and Chris talk to hand therapy geniuses Amy Lake from Dallas and Macy Stonner from St Louis. We talk about the vital therapist- surgeon relationship and all things related.  Fun, engaged conversation with deep insights on what makes these relationships so important.As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. And thanks to Eric Zhu, the Upper Hand intern extraordinaire.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu

Episode 37.  Chuck and Chris have an in depth conversation with Steve Moran of the Mayo Clinic to learn more about his approach in the treatment of Kienbocks disease.  Interesting conversation as while all of us consider multiple options for treatment, Steve and his Mayo Clinic colleagues favor treatment of avascular necrosis of the lunate with vascularized bone grafts while our team, for many patients, favors radius shortening osteotomies.  Patient preference and indications for each patient are the key but understanding the institutional perspective is helpful.As always, thanks to @iampetermartin for the amazing introduction and conclusion music. And thanks to Eric Zhu, the Upper Hand intern extraordinaire.theupperhandpodcast.wustl.edu