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Christian Veillette
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Burnout is a pressing issue impacting many professionals, and orthopedic surgeons are no exception. The demanding nature of orthopedic surgery, with its long hours, high-stress environment, and the physical demands of the job, makes practitioners particularly vulnerable to...

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Christian Veillette
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in orthopedics represents a paradigm shift in how diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are approached. As technology continues to evolve, AI is increasingly being recognized as a valuable tool in enhancing precision, improving...

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Keith Michael Nord, MD
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As the sole orthopedic hand surgeon in my area, I used to see about 45 patients a day and spend well over an hour each evening on clinic notes. Now, I see more than 50-60 patients a day while spending 5 to 10 minutes reviewing notes before I leave the office. I am almost always...

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Bruce Schlafly MD
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In 2022, 849 orthopaedic surgeons took the annual oral Part II Examination of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS).  708 passed and 141 failed, for a failure rate of 17 percent.  Previously, the failure rate was approximately 6.5 percent.  All Part II...

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Manny Konstantakos, MD
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Know Your Options About Board CertificationTo all orthopedic residents: here's the latest on board certification.It's good to have options isn't it? So why isn't there an option when it comes to taking your boards? In other words, can't ortho residents have a say with which board to become certified with once they're...

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Dr. Karen Sutton
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How to Find Crutches?If you are injured, a burning question might arise, how to find crutches? Here you will be clarified about that idea from where you can purchase.Crutches are quite modern medical supportive equipment for patients unable to make a free move. In general, several people require the...

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Editor-in-Chief
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The shoulder joint is highly mobile and, because of this, it’s more prone to injury than many other joints in the body. Athletes who are involved in throwing and contact sports (baseball, football, hockey, etc.) are especially vulnerable, as are older individuals who suffer from...

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Vive Health
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Whether it’s a sprained ankle or a concussion, dealing with an injury is never pleasant. This is especially true for athletes and other active individuals who often find their identities wrapped up in their sport of choice and athletic performance.  It’s not easy to take...

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Vive Health
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People with little to no leg strength are either saddled with a temporary injury or a permanent disability. They might also be suffering from a chronic condition that requires bed confinement as in the cases of many older adult patients or those who are still healing from a...

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Nurse Susan
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Strong, healthy bones are essential for warding off injuries and avoiding serious illnesses like osteoporosis, a condition that affects hundreds of millions of people all over the world. Growing up, you probably heard that you need to drink milk to build strong bones. Vitamin D...

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