
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

Jan 22, 2024 • 51min
100: Diagnosis of Acetabulum Fractures w/ Dr. Leslie
Listen to our episode on Diagnosis of Acetabulum Fractures as Dr. Leslie gives us an excellent overview. Click here for show notes Michael P. Leslie DO, FAOA, is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in the care and treatment of patients with complex orthopaedic injuries and complex hip replacement needs. He has particular expertise in hip reconstruction, replacement and revision surgeries. He cares for patients in collaboration with the multidisciplinary trauma team at Yale New Haven Hospital. Dr. Leslie chose his field because he wanted to help people of all backgrounds and situations manage traumatic events, which can be among the most difficult experiences they will face. “I am able to provide a calm presence and bring the skill of many subspecialties to the patient,” he says. Dr. Leslie said he became a doctor of osteopathy—a specialist who treats patients using a holistic approach to patient care—because it allows him to take into account every aspect of his patient’s condition. He believes this is especially important in trauma, where patients often have medical problems in that need to be addressed in addition to their injury. Goal of episode: To develop a baseline knowledge on the diagnosis of acetabulum fractures. In this episode, we discuss: Anatomy Mechanism of injury Associated injuries Physical exam Imaging Evaluating Xrays AP + more Enjoy!

Jan 18, 2024 • 19min
Board/OITE Review: Hand 10 - Nerve Injuries and Repair
Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. 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/.

Jan 11, 2024 • 18min
Board/OITE Review: Hand 09 - Fingertip Injuries
Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. 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/.

Jan 8, 2024 • 44min
OrthoFinance - Disability Insurance Part 2 w/ Lawrence Keller
Listen to the second part of our episode with Lawrence Kelller on Disability Insurance. Lawrence B. Keller is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and the founder of Physician Financial Services, a company dealing exclusively with the financial needs and concerns of members of the medical profession. Mr. Keller has spent the last thirty three years providing insurance and investment products and services to resident, fellow and attending physicians. These include, but are not limited to, disability income insurance, life insurance, and investments. Mr. Keller represents many well-respected companies in the financial services industry, which allows him the flexibility to provide unbiased advice and help recommend products that best suit each individuals needs and concerns. Recognizing that a physician's time is limited, and in an effort to remain knowledgeable to provide the most value to his clients, Mr. Keller has obtained his CFP® certification as well as earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) designations. In this episode, Lawrence talks about disability insurance, and he shares insights into questions which you may have about disability insurance for physicians and other healthcare professionals, like: What are disability insurance plans? When should people get multiple disability insurance plans? What insurance coverage is available for active duty military surgeons? Why do disability plans cost more for females than males? And many more! 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/.

Dec 31, 2023 • 38min
OrthoFinance - Disability Insurance Part 1 w/ Lawrence Keller
Listen to our episode with Lawrence Kelller on Disability Insurance. Lawrence B. Keller is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and the founder of Physician Financial Services, a company dealing exclusively with the financial needs and concerns of members of the medical profession. Mr. Keller has spent the last thirty three years providing insurance and investment products and services to resident, fellow and attending physicians. These include, but are not limited to, disability income insurance, life insurance, and investments. Mr. Keller represents many well-respected companies in the financial services industry, which allows him the flexibility to provide unbiased advice and help recommend products that best suit each individuals needs and concerns. Recognizing that a physician's time is limited, and in an effort to remain knowledgeable to provide the most value to his clients, Mr. Keller has obtained his CFP® certification as well as earned the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Registered Health Underwriter (RHU) and Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow (LUTCF) designations. In this episode, Lawrence talks about disability insurance, and he shares insights into questions which you may have about disability insurance for physicians and other healthcare professionals, like: Why do healthcare professionals need disability insurance? What's the difference between short term and long term disability? What are some different types of disability policies? What are some different mistakes that people make when they're getting different disability policies? And many more! 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/.

Dec 28, 2023 • 18min
Board/OITE Review: Hand 08 - Tendon Issues
Dr. Cole, a seasoned orthopaedic professional, and Dr. Woolwine, an expert in tendon issues, dive deep into hand tendon injuries and their treatment. They examine flexor and extensor tendon injuries, detailing repair techniques and the significance of timely intervention. Insight into tendon healing complexities and potential post-surgery complications like adhesions is also discussed. The pair emphasizes the critical role of proper surgical techniques, tension management, and rehabilitation strategies for effective recovery.

Dec 25, 2023 • 17min
99: Elbow Arthritis w/ Dr. O'Brien
Dr. Michael J. O'Brien, a Board Certified orthopedic surgeon and expert in shoulder and elbow surgery, dives into the world of elbow arthritis. He discusses common causes and treatment strategies tailored to individual patient needs. Delving into the nuances of diagnosis, he highlights the role of imaging in assessing joint health. Dr. O'Brien also explores the differences between inflammatory and osteoarthritis, while sharing insights from his academic career and passion for patient recovery.

Dec 21, 2023 • 17min
Board/OITE Review: Hand 07 - Thumb Injuries, UCL Fx, etc
Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. 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/.

Dec 17, 2023 • 53min
Shoulder & Elbow Citation Classics 03 - Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes
Welcome to the third episode of our “Citation Classics” series for Shoulder and elbow! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cnbAhvja78M Link to post: https://naileditortho.com/sw03/ Show Notes: https://naileditortho.com/citations-classics-reverse-shoulder-arthroplasty-outcomes-show-notes/ The goal of these episodes is to go over the most cited articles in a certain topic over the past 15-20 years to give learners an idea of what articles are being read and what are some of the important studies out there to read! In this episode we have Dr. Samuel Fuller, a PGY-1 resident at University at Buffalo, Dr. Alexander Macfarlane, a PGY-5 resident at University at Buffalo, Teja Polisetty, a 4th year medical student at Harvard University, Matthew Corsi, a 3rd year medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine, and Jalen Warren, a 3rd year medical student at Ohio University College of Health Sciences. This is the third episode of our shoulder and elbow citation classics, and they cover Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty Outcomes! 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/.

Dec 14, 2023 • 19min
Board/OITE Review: Hand 06 - Metacarpal Fx, Phalanx Fx, etc
Follow along with our Nailed it Board/OITE Podcast Companion book. Get your copy by clicking here >> https://a.co/d/cr4i8nD Enjoy another episode from our board review series featuring Dr. Cole and Dr. Woolwine. 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/.