Bonus Episode! JBJS OrthoCorps: An Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community (Part 33)

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Dr. Julie Switzer, MD, in a discussion on the evolution of geriatric surgery over time, with a focus on the importance of collaboration with specialists from other fields and the need to move beyond surgical interventions toward comprehensive perioperative care.     Subspecialties:  Trauma    Links:  OTA: https://ota.org/#/+/0/score/desc/  AOA Own the Bone: https://www.ownthebone.org/  Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation: https://journals.sagepub.com/home/GOS  International Geriatric Fracture Society: https://www.geriatricfracture.org/  Fragility Fracture Network: https://fragilityfracturenetwork.org/  BHOF: https://www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org/  ASBMR: https://www.asbmr.org/Default.aspx  Chapters (00:00:03) - Ortho Joe Podcast(00:01:01) - Dr. Julie Schweitzer on CNN(00:02:01) - The Geriatric Orthopedics Society(00:08:06) - Bradley Orthopedics: Advising the Geriatric Patient(00:11:55) - Germiatric Orthopedic Trauma Fellowships

In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, James Ficke, MD, describes his relationship with his teacher, mentor, and friend, Richard Haynes, MD, in conversation with Marc F. Swiontkowski, MD.  Links:  Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36888940. https://bit.ly/42PUnZZ  JBJS OrthoCorps: https://bit.ly/3lTBaG5  OrthoCorps submission guidelines: https://bit.ly/4dD2sqr     Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials 

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Mark Pahuta, MD, PhD, FRCSC (Associate Professor and W.H. Kwok Chair in Spine Surgery Research, McMaster University) in a discussion on a recent prospective study focusing on dysphagia after anterior cervical spine surgery.    Subspecialties:  Spine      Links:  Louie PK, Lipson P, Alostaz M, Bansal A, Cherel M, Reynolds L, Shen J, Eley N, Varley E, Leveque JC, Nemani VM. Subjective and Functional Dysphagia After Anterior Cervical Spine Surgery: A Prospective Controlled Study. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2026 Mar 18;108(6):436-442. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.25.00847. Epub 2025 Dec 26. PMID: 41452954. https://bit.ly/4c4AWCb  Chapters (00:00:03) - Ortho Joe Podcast(00:01:15) - Improving the quality of spine surgery(00:02:30) - Subjective and Functional Dysphasia after Anterior Cervical(00:04:03) - Anterior vs posterior cervical procedures(00:05:40) - The Yale Swallow Trial(00:06:50) - What would be the ideal study design for dysphagia?(00:11:12) - Cervical myelopathy, non-operative treatment(00:15:02) - Dr. Bahuda on Dysphagia

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Jim Heckman (Editor Emeritus, JBJS) in a discussion about his tenure and contributions as Editor-in-Chief, including the transformation of the "Gray Journal" into a more modern, evidence-based publication by implementing electronic manuscript processing system, redesigning the cover, and establishing a biostatistics review process.    Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials    Links:  none  Chapters (00:00:03) - Pod Podcast(00:01:22) - The Journal's Former Editor in Chief James Heckman(00:02:35) - Excerpt: My Time in Boston(00:04:48) - Jim Gray: Being both CEO and Editor in Chief(00:09:53) - The Challenges of Moving the Journal Forward(00:13:47) - A Few Words on Jeff Katz(00:16:20) - The Journal of Born Joint Surgery(00:21:23) - A decade at Orthopedics Journal(00:23:46) - The Future of Orthopedic Publishing(00:26:42) - Dr. Heckman on JBGs

In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Anthony Guanciale, MD, reflects on the impact the Mid-America Orthopaedic Association has had on his career, in conversation with Bernie Stulberg, MD.  Links:  Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36888940. https://bit.ly/42PUnZZ  JBJS OrthoCorps: https://bit.ly/3lTBaG5  OrthoCorps submission guidelines: https://bit.ly/4dD2sqr     Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials  Chapters (00:00:03) - OrthoCorps(00:00:56) - Mid America Orthopedic Association Meeting(00:07:47) - Mid America Orthopedic Association President Tony Stahlberg

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Sanjeev Sabharwal (Editor, JBJS Reviews) in a discussion about his path to the role, stepping into the shoes of his predecessor Tom Einhorn, the importance of embracing a growth mindset, and his vision for the future of the journal.     Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials    Links:  none  Chapters (00:00:03) - Interview(00:01:30) - JBGS Reviews Editor's introduction(00:04:02) - Reviewers' roles in the Journal(00:07:22) - The future of JBGS Review(00:10:10) - An editorial board discussion on AI in manuscripts(00:14:37) - JBGS Reviews(00:17:21) - The role of librarians in conducting lit searches(00:18:36) - Sanjeev On Rejuvenating His Life

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Vern Tolo (Editor Emeritus, JBJS) in a discussion about his tenure as Editor-in-Chief, including the decision to split the EIC and CEO roles, adapting to the new role and structure, navigating a variety of challenges in the field of publishing, and expanding the JBJS portfolio for greater impact on patient care.    Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials    Links:  none  Chapters (00:00:03) - Pod Podcast(00:01:02) - A Few Minutes With the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery's(00:02:21) - The Search for a New Chief Editor at Pediatrics(00:04:18) - When the Edit Team moved to Boston(00:05:42) - A New direction for the Journal of Orthopedic Surgery(00:09:11) - JBJS: Sister Journals and Open Access(00:10:18) - The Future of Cardiac Surgery: The flagship journal(00:12:35) - The End of an Era for the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery(00:14:37) - Pushing the print journal out of extinction

In this bonus episode, from the JBJS OrthoCorps audio archive, Dr. Surena Namdari moderates a conversation with Dr. Gerald Williams about the evolutions of shoulder arthroplasty.  Links:  Swiontkowski M. Introducing JBJS OrthoCorps: An Online Audio Archive of Stories from the Orthopaedic Community. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2023 Mar 8. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.23.00222. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36888940. https://bit.ly/42PUnZZ  JBJS OrthoCorps: https://bit.ly/3lTBaG5  OrthoCorps submission guidelines: https://bit.ly/4dD2sqr     Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials  Shoulder  Chapters (00:00:03) - OrthoCorps(00:01:39) - Tom O'Brien on Charles Rockwood's Fellowship(00:03:52) - Shoulder Replacement, Dr. Rockwood(00:05:23) - Osteoarthroplasty, humeral and glen(00:14:14) - Augments and Over-Ream in B2 Glenoids(00:21:30) - On the Future of Reciprovers(00:23:23) - Philosopher Mark Gramont on Head and Neck Surgery(00:24:55) - Reverse Shoulder Replacement

In this episode, Mo and Marc are joined by special guest Dr. Saroo Sharda (Associate Dean Equity & Inclusion Faculty of Health Sciences, Associate Clinical Professor, Dept of Anesthesia, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University), who shared her insights on recognizing and addressing microaggressions in the medical field, emphasizing the importance of education and awareness. Subspecialties: Orthopaedic Essentials Link: Sharda S, Butler K, Al Mandhari M, Mehta S. Microaggressions in anesthesiology and critical care: individual and institutional approaches to change. Can J Anaesth. 2023 Jun;70(6):1026-1034. English. doi: 10.1007/s12630-023-02459-6. Epub 2023 Jun 2. PMID: 37268799. https://bit.ly/4jToDMf Sotto-Santiago S, Mac J, Duncan F, Smith J. “I Didn't Know What to Say”: Responding to Racism, Discrimination, and Microaggressions With the OWTFD Approach. MedEdPORTAL. 2020;16:10971. https://bit.ly/3NxM4yU Chapters (00:00:03) - Ortho Joe Podcast(00:01:36) - Anesthesiology and Orthopedics(00:02:23) - Dr. Sharda on Microaggressions(00:05:51) - Microaggressions in Orthopedic Surgery(00:09:31) - The role of microaggressions in surgery(00:12:35) - What Can We Do About Power Differential in ORs?(00:16:18) - How to respond to microaggressions in the moment(00:21:02) - Markedly Speaking Out About Saru(00:21:54) - Annotation of the Narrative Review

In this episode, Mo and Marc discuss the development of OrthoEvidence, an online platform that delivers evidence-based summaries of RCTs to help busy orthopaedists stay current with and confident in the medical literature. Mo also reflects on a recent visit to Paisley Park, using Prince’s creative workspace as a springboard for a broader conversation about creativity, discipline, and work ethic.    Subspecialties:  Orthopaedic Essentials    Link:  OrthoEvidence: https://myorthoevidence.com/    Chapters (00:00:03) - Ortho Joe Podcast(00:01:49) - In the Elevator: Ortho Evidence(00:04:22) - Osteo Evidence: The importance of randomized trials(00:08:40) - The Innovative Ortho Evidence Project(00:12:14) - In the Elevator With Orthopedic Surgeons(00:12:53) - Machine Learning in Orthopedic Surgery(00:17:36) - Prince's Love Letter to Paisley Park(00:21:52) - Egg Hunt with Ortho Joe