
Nailed It Ortho
Get on top of the game, deepen your learning and further your practice with this Orthopaedic Surgery Podcast featuring Orthopaedic Surgery residents as they interview national and international experts to bring you key information and knowledge in the field. Dr. Jamal Fitts and Dr. Wendell Cole are here to light that fire under your feet and get your blood pumping with some good Orthopaedic Knowledge. We stay away from the boring, put you to sleep lectures, and just come with some high quality content and fun. Its a great podcast for attending physicians, residents, and medical students. Topics include high yield trauma, pediatrics, spine, sports, hand, and foot and ankle. There may also be some off brand topics.
Latest episodes

Dec 1, 2022 • 22min
OITE/Board Review: F&A- 16- Cavovarus foot
Join Dr. Cole, a contributor to the Nailed It Board/OITE Podcast Companion, and Dr. Woolwine, an orthopaedic education advocate, as they dive into the complexities of cavovarus foot deformity. They discuss symptoms, causes, and tailored treatment strategies, from physical therapy to surgical options. Key insights include managing peroneal tendon instability and effective approaches to plantar fasciitis. With a focus on individualized care, they also touch on diagnosing calcaneus stress fractures and the importance of advanced imaging.

Nov 29, 2022 • 25min
OITE/Board Review: F&A- 15: Achilles Tendon Ruptures + Peroneal Tendon Pathology
Join Dr. Cole, an orthopaedic expert, and Dr. Woolwine, a seasoned practitioner, as they dive into the intricacies of Achilles tendon injuries and peroneal tendon pathology. They discuss the nuances of diagnosing and managing Achilles tendon ruptures, including both surgical and non-surgical options. Insights on differentiating various related conditions enrich the conversation. The duo also explores foot deformities, emphasizing cavus foot, and the essential role of advanced imaging in effective treatment.

Nov 27, 2022 • 56min
90: Lumbar Disc Herniations w/ Dr. Hullinger (Part 1)
Listen to our 2 part episode on Lumbar Disc Herniation as Dr. Heidi Hullinger gives us an excellent overview! View post at: www.naileditortho.com/ldh View Video at: https://youtu.be/6bDaK8DUToQ Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge on lumbar disc herniations. Dr. Hullinger received her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, where she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society. She completed her residency in orthopedic surgery at Rutgers. She then completed her orthopedic spine surgery training at the University of Texas-Houston/Texas Medical Center. Dr. Hullinger gained experience in a variety of spinal disorders, ranging from complex deformities and degenerative disease to spinal trauma and tumors, as well as non-operative techniques like spinal injections. She holds several leadership roles, including serving as an orthopaedic delegate to the AMA’s house of delegates, which creates policies for the largest organized physician group in the country. She serves on multiple committees in the North American Spine Society, including one that creates evidence-based guidelines regarding when specific surgeries are a reasonable option. She has been named a “Top Doctor” by NJ Monthly as well as Castle Connolly, and was named an “Exceptional Woman in Medicine” by Castle Connolly in 2019. Today we cover Lumbar disc herniation Etiology Anatomy Imaging Non-op treatment and efficacy Operative treatment This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Oct 31, 2022 • 38min
Spine Citation Classics 04- Metastases to the Spine
Welcome to our 4th episode for our Spine Citation classics series. The goal of this episode is to go over the highest cited articles in the last 15-20 years on metastatic disease to the spine ! This is spearheaded by Dr. Sohum Patel, Jose Chacon , and Dr. Jay Fitts. Enjoy! Subscribe:

Oct 28, 2022 • 22min
OITE/Board Review: F&A 14: Posterior Tibial Insufficiency + Other foot conditions
Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine, both experts in orthopaedic education, dive into posterior tibial insufficiency and related foot disorders. They compare surgical and non-surgical treatment strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding midfoot stability. The duo explores diagnosing adult acquired flat foot, dissecting physical exam techniques and x-ray interpretations. They also clarify stages of posterior tibial insufficiency, shedding light on crucial interventions, from custom inserts to surgical options, ensuring residents are well-equipped for patient care.

Oct 27, 2022 • 25min
OITE/Board Review: F&A- 13- Common foot disorders... tarsal coalition..etc
Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Oct 24, 2022 • 24min
OITE/Board Review: F&A 12: Midfoot Trauma - Lisfranc Injuries
Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD This episode is sponsored by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons: Filled with content that has been vetted by some of the top names in orthopaedics, the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge (ROCK) program sets the standard for orthopaedic education. Whether ROCK is incorporated into your residency curriculum, or you use it independently as a study tool, the educational content on ROCK is always free to residents. You’ll gain the insights and confidence needed to ensure a successful future as a board-certified surgeon who delivers the best patient care. Log on at https://rock.aaos.org/.

Oct 23, 2022 • 48min
89: Elbow OCD Lesions w/ Dr Shea
Enjoy this episode on Elbow OCD lesions as Dr. Kevin Shea gives us a great talk! Link to show notes: www.naileditortho.com/elbowocd Video Link: https://youtu.be/qfU1DDVgSt0 Kevin G. Shea, MD is an orthopaedic surgeon at Stanford School of Medicine and Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Dr. Shea graduated from the UCLA School of Medicine, and completed his orthopaedic residency at the University of Utah School of Medicine. His advanced training includes pediatric orthopaedics at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, AO Fellowship in Bern Switzerland with Drs. Ganz (Hip), Dr. Diego Fernandez (Trauma), and Dr. Hans Staubli (sports), and Ilizarov Training in Lecco, Italy. He was the AOSSM Traveling Sports Medicine Fellow in 2008, and practiced in Boise, ID prior to joining the Stanford Faculty. Dr. Shea is a founding member of the PRiSM Society (Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine), the ROCK (Research in OsteoChondritis of the Knee) Multi-center Study Group, and the SCORE prospective cohort registry for pediatric sports arthroscopy outcomes, complications. He is a member of the AAOS (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons), POSNA (Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America) and the AOSSM (American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine). In this episode we cove elbow OCD Lesions: Etiology Clinical presentation Non-operative treatment Operative treatment Arthroscopy + more This episode is sponsored by CompHealth: CompHealth is the first and currently the nation’s largest locum tenens staffing agency offering jobs and career resources in more than 100 physician specialties. CompHealth also provides permanent physician placement and both temporary and permanent allied healthcare staffing. Comphealth.com

Oct 21, 2022 • 23min
OITE/Board Review: F&A- 11: Foot Trauma- Midfoot/ Calcaneus Contd
Orthopaedic surgeons Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine discuss crucial objectives in open reduction internal fixation of calcaneus fractures, surgical techniques for calcaneus fractures, assessment and treatment options for calcaneus malunions, foot fractures and ligament involvement, and the second metatarsal's role in foot trauma and TMT fracture dislocations.

Oct 19, 2022 • 24min
OITE/Board Review: F&A- 10: Foot Trauma- Calcaneus
Dr. Cole, a professional in orthopaedics, and Dr. Woolwine, an expert in orthopaedic education, dive into the complexities of foot trauma, especially calcaneus fractures. They reflect on their fellowship experiences and the evolution of their study methods. The discussion includes the management of calcaneus fractures, highlighting risks like smoking and diabetes. They also explain the Sanders classification system, which aids in evaluating fracture severity. Their insights on diagnosing and treating displaced fractures are invaluable for aspiring orthopaedic surgeons.
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