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A common lower extremity pickleball injury Oct 02, 2024

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Chuck Dowell, PA-C discusses the increase in pickleball injuries seen with the increasing popularity of the sport. Achilles tendon ruptures and gastroc injuries or Achilles tendinopathy injuries are common. In this case study, a novice pickleball player was pushing off on his right leg, felt a pop within the right calf/Achilles tendon area, and was unable to continue to play. When do we need to do an ultrasound? When can Physical Therapy begin? How do we counsel the patient on recovery time?

Review of proximal and distal biceps tears Sep 25, 2024

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Chuck Dowell, PA-C, shares a case study of a common condition to orthopedic urgent care. How do you talk to a patient about a "Popeye deformity" as they consider surgical vs nonsurgical treatment? We cover mechanism of injury, physical exam, and options for treatment for proximal and distal biceps tears. Guest host Chuck Dowell, MS, PA-C, ATC is Lead Physician Assistant at Colorado Springs Orthopaedics Group Express Care.

Last Word On The AMA Scope Creep For Now Sep 18, 2024

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Join us next week for new clinical content! Sam discusses his opinion of the American Medical Association's campaign against the PA name change, ability to change specialties, and scope of practice. Ortho Boot Camp registration is now open! Check out PAOS.org for more info about the new offerings this year for those new to the profession or the ortho specialty.

More on the AMA's "Scope Creep" Campaign Sep 12, 2024

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As we return from the annual conference, a further discussion on the history of the American Medical Association and its impact on current challenges in healthcare.

Strategies in Interventional Pain Management - Neuromodulation - Part 4 Sep 04, 2024

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What are some treatment options for patients who have had back surgery but still experience pain? Dr. Baranello, an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho in Durham, NC, discusses Neuromodulation. Part 4 concludes our interview with a case study and a discussion of patient selection. If you're in Nashvile this week for the Annual PAOS conference, come by the desk and say hi!

Strategies in Interventional Pain Management - Neuromodulation - Part 3 Sep 03, 2024

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Dr. Baranello is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho.Part 3 of our interview is a discussion of the trial and implant process for the spinal cord stimulator or other neuromodulation device. Limited spaces left! Join us in Nashville for the annual PAOS conference. More info and registration at PAOS.org.

"Scope Creep," Patient Safety Or Loss Of Market Share And Money? Aug 28, 2024

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Sam weighs in on an open letter from the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to American Medical Association (AMA) and their recent "scope creep" rhetoric. The letter is available to read and sign here: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2024/07/aapa-calls-on-ama-to-put-a-stop-to-campaign-against-pas/

Strategies in Interventional Pain Management - Neurmodulation - Part 2 Aug 14, 2024

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Dr. Robert Baranello shares the importance of patient selection when using neuromodulation. Part 2 identifies the patient criteria, as well as covers the Gate Control Theory pain and its application in Spinal Cord stimulation and other form of neuromodulation. Dr. Baranello is an Interventional Pain Management Specialist at EmergeOrtho. For more information from Dr. Baranello, check out Https://www.robertbaranellomd.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/baranello_paindoc/ Register for our next conference at PAOS.org! Join us in Nashville in September - spaces are filling quickly!

Strategies in Interventional Pain Management - Neurmodulation - Part 1 Aug 07, 2024

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Dr. Robert Baranello discusses the growing field of neurmodulation. In part 1, he covers some of the indications for Spinal Cord Stimulation, Peripheral Nerve Stimulation, Ganglion Root Stimulation, and more. Dr. Baranello practices Interventional Pain Management at the Durham office of EmergeOrtho. For more information, check out Https://www.robertbaranellomd.wordpress.com/ https://www.instagram.com/baranello_paindoc/ Register for our next conference at PAOS.org! Join us in Nashville in September - spaces are filling quickly!

Improving Radiology Access to the Uninsured Jul 31, 2024

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Sam shares some considerations for ortho PAs and NPs for ways we can improve the orthopedic care we provide for patients that may not have insurance, may be underinsured, or may have other barriers to care. As he researches for a talk on radiology, he finds some interesting studies about what can make our visits more effective. Join the PAOS in Nashville for the annual conference! Register at PAOS.org.

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