the orthoPA-c podcast

Clinical Outcomes Following Expansion of PA Involvement Across the Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Care Continuum

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Miles interviews colleague Caroline Heramb, PA-C, MCMSc, about her research, Clinical Outcomes Following Expansion of Physician Assistant Involvement Across the Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Care Continuum.

PA-led research has been a highlight of the annual conference for many years, and is a priority of the PAOS Foundation.

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Join us next week for a conversation between Chuck and a spine surgeon!

Early Implant Loosening with Suspected Occult Prosthetic Joint Infection Following Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Case Report

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Susan Lindahl Scholarship winner Nina Coletta, PA-S, speaks with Miles at the San Diego conference, where she presented her work, Early Implant Loosening with Suspected Occult Prosthetic Joint Infection Following Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty: A Case Report

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Efficacy and Safety of Perioperative GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Use in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Review

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:56 -0400

Susan Lindahl Scholarship winner Bella Hannigan, PA-S, speaks with Miles at the San Diego conference, where she presented her work, Efficacy and Safety of Perioperative GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Use in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Review 👉 Learn more about the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship and contribute here to help PA students pursuing orthopaedics! paos.org/scholarship The portal for scholarship applications typically opens in January, with submissions due at the end of April. 🤝 Join and Connect! Membership in Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery: paos.org/joinandconnect

Vascular Evaluation in Suspected Spontaneously Reduced Tibiofemoral Dislocations: ABI vs CTA

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:26 -0400

Susan Lindahl Scholarship winner Alex Toben, PA-S, speaks with Miles at the San Diego conference, where she presented her work, Vascular Evaluation in Suspected Spontaneously Reduced Tibiofemoral Dislocations: A Clinical Guide to Ankle-Brachial Index Versus Computed Tomography Angiography. 👉 Learn more about the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship and contribute here to help PA students pursuing orthopaedics! paos.org/scholarship The portal for scholarship applications typically opens in January, with submissions due at the end of April. 🤝 Join and Connect! Membership in Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery: https://paos.org/joinandconnect

orthoPAc podcast episode 300! An Interview with Sam Dyer, PA-C, MHS

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:38:41 -0400

Sam Dyer, PA-C, MHS, launched the orthoPAc podcast in September of 2020. Now, six years later, we have three co-hosts and three hundred episodes! Chuck Dowell, PA-C, MS, ATC and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, MCHS interview Sam about his idea for the podcast.

Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome in the U.S. Military

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:40:03 -0400

At Ortho By the Bay Miles sits down with Udaya Dahal, PA-C, an Army Baylor Orthopedic PA Fellow. Udaya shares the results of his research on chronic exertional compartment syndrome among military service members and its effects on performance. He presented this work at the annual PAOS conference, Ortho By the Bay, in San Diego. 🎧 New episodes each Wednesday! Subscribe to the official podcast of the Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery! 🎧 🔑 PAOS Membership provides the tools, resources, and relationships to strengthen your career and advance orthopaedic care. 👉 Join and connect: https://paos.org/page/JoinandConnect 🔬 PA-Directed Research - The PAOS Foundation supports Physician Associates working in orthopaedic surgery through scholarships, research, leadership development, and charitable outreach that improve patient care and expand access to musculoskeletal medicine. 👉 Learn more at https://paos.org/Foundation_new 📺 PAOS On Demand! Virtual CME for Ortho By The Bay will be available soon! PAOS members receive a CME discount at PAOS.org. 🛍️ Non-members may also purchase PAOS On-Demand at AAPA.org. Thanks again for joining the orthoPAc podcast, the official podcast of the Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery. Join Sam Dyer, PA-C, Chuck Dowell, PA-C, and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, each Wednesday for a discussion of up-to-date orthopedic topics for the busy clinician.

Hospital at Home Pathway for Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Patients

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:00:16 -0400

Sam Dyer interviews Kaitlyn G. Elrod, DMS, PA-C, CAQ-OS, ATC. Kaitlyn is part of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute in Charlotte, NC. She shares the success of offering a Hospital at Home (HAH) Pathway to orthopedic patients, specifically foot and ankle patients. HAH programs provide hospital-level services outside the brick-and-mortar hospital setting and have demonstrated effectiveness in medical populations. For patients that are healthy enough, can we reduce the number of nights they spend in a brick-and-mortar hospital? How do HAH outcomes compare to a baseline cohort over a matched historical timeframe? The PAOS Foundation supports Physician Associates working in orthopaedic surgery through scholarships, research, leadership development, and charitable outreach that improve patient care and expand access to musculoskeletal medicine.

PRP in Focus - Part 4

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:51 -0400

Chuck speaks with Jason A. Smith DO, FAOASM, Sports Medicine about Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). In part 4, they discuss cases in which they used PRP to help facilitate healing and pain reduction during an injury or after tendon repair. Please see below for studies referenced in this interview: Leukocyte rich versus leukocyte poor. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29383445/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26118749/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30866049/ Importance of dosage in PRP pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15085519/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39331322/ Learn more about Dr. Smith - toledosportsdoc.com/

PRP in Focus - Part 3

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:01:01 -0400

Chuck speaks with Jason A. Smith DO, FAOASM, Sports Medicine about Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). In part 3, they discuss the importance of a high platelet delivery system for PRP treatment to be most effective. Please see below for studies referenced in this interview: Leukocyte rich versus leukocyte poor. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29383445/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26118749/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30866049/ Importance of dosage in PRP pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15085519/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39331322/ Learn more about Dr. Smith - toledosportsdoc.com/

PRP in Focus - Part 2

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:41 -0400

Chuck speaks with Jason A. Smith DO, FAOASM, Sports Medicine about Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP). In part 2, they discuss optimizing platelet output, volume and density. They also discuss A2M. Please see below for studies referenced in this interview: Leukocyte rich versus leukocyte poor. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29383445/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26118749/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30866049/ Importance of dosage in PRP pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15085519/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39331322/ Learn more about Dr. Smith - toledosportsdoc.com/

PRP in Focus - Part 1

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:49 -0400

Chuck speaks with Jason A. Smith DO, FAOASM, Sports Medicine about orthobiologics and what some of the latest applications are. In part 1, Dr. Smith discusses PRP, and recently published guidelines regarding the importance of dosing. Please see below for studies referenced in this interview. Leukocyte rich versus leukocyte poor. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29383445/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26118749/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30866049/ Importance of dosage in PRP https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15085519/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39331322/ Learn more about Dr. Smith - https://toledosportsdoc.com/

Remembering Mike Weber, PA Emeritus

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:19 -0400

Today we remember our friend and longtime PAOS member, Michael “Mike” Weber, who passed away on July 28 after a long illness. Mike was a dedicated supporter of PAOS, a respected colleague, and a very good friend. It was my privilege to interview him for this podcast a few years ago, and in his memory we are honored to share that conversation again. Mike will be deeply missed. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Mary, his family, and all who knew and loved him.

An orthopedic interest group in PA school? Novel way to improve MSK education in PA programs, Part 3

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:00:16 -0400

Part 3 of 3. Sam discusses an Orthopedic Interest group of PA students at Shenandoah University. Ella Mannix, PA-S, David Dworaczyk, PA-S, Adam Louie, PA-S and their instructor, Richard Gilbert PA-C share how they are working to increase ortho education opportunities during PA school. In Part 3, they discuss onboarding as a new grad at an ortho practice. What workplaces provide training? How do you weigh pros and cons of residency? For new and experienced Ortho PAs, the PAOS annual conference is a great chance to network and learn the latest in orthopedics! Join us in San Diego August 31 - September 4! https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

An orthopedic interest group in PA school? A novel way to improve MSK education in PA programs - Part 2

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:17:03 -0400

Sam sits down with three PA students and their instructor to discuss ways of increasing ortho education opportunities during PA school. Ella Mannix, PA-S, David Dworaczyk, PA-S, Adam Louie, PA-S and Richard Gilbert PA-C discuss the Orthopedic Interest group at Shenandoah University. In Part 2, the students discuss the value shadowing has had for them. Sam shares the importance of getting familiar with xrays. Start with what looks typical and when something looks off. For new and experienced Ortho PAs, the PAOS annual conference is a great chance to network and learn the latest in orthopedics! Join us in San Diego August 31 - September 4! https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

An orthopedic interest group in PA school? A novel way to improve MSK education in PA programs - Part 1

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:01:00 -0400

Sam sits down with three PA students and their instructor to discuss ways of increasing ortho education opportunities during PA school. Ella Mannix, PA-S, David Dworaczyk, PA-S, Adam Louie, PA-S and Richard Gilbert, Jr. DMS, PA-C, ATC, DFAAPA discuss the Orthopedic Interest group at Shenandoah University. In Part 1, they discuss each of their backgrounds in relationship to orthopedics and how they began to pursue more MSK knowledge. For new and experienced Ortho PAs, the PAOS annual conference is a great chance to network and learn the latest in orthopedics! Join us in San Diego August 31 - September 4! https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

Peptides and Regenerative Medicine - Part 2

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:01:00 -0400

Robert S. Dill, PA-C, discusses with Chuck his work in Regenerative medicine. Part 2 of the conversation includes considerations for GLP-1. Peptides have been used as adjuncts to help with soft tissue repair, reduce inflammation and improve healing after surgery, but are not FDA approved at the time of this recording. This means it's important to get treatments from compounding pharmacies or other reputable sources, as it is not regulated in the same way as FDA-approved treatments.

Peptides and Regenerative Medicine - Part 1

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:01:06 -0400

Robert S. Dill, PA-C, discusses with Chuck his 28 years as a PA, including ortho and ER work, and his recent work in Regenerative medicine. Part 1 includes BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157.) Peptides have been used as adjuncts to help with soft tissue repair, reduce inflammation and improve healing after surgery, but are not FDA approved.

MSK Radiology Basics - Part 4

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:43:19 -0400

Chuck and Miles go over MSK Radiology basics with Brooke Beckett, MD. Dr. Beckett is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 4 of 4, we discuss considerations for ordering imaging and the importance of clinical exam. How do you get better at reading MR images? 👉 Join us at "Ortho by the bay" at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the latest for Ortho PAs - registration open now for PAOS members and nonmembers! 😎 paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

MSK Radiology Basics - Part 3

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:00:32 -0400

Chuck and Miles go over MSK Radiology basics with Brooke Beckett, MD. Dr. Beckett is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 3, the discussion covers MRI as well as CT. What's best in an acute setting vs further out from the injury? What about for osteopenic patients? 👉 Join us at "Ortho by the bay" at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the latest for Ortho PAs - registration open now for PAOS members and nonmembers! 😎 https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

MSK Radiology Basics - Part 2

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:33 -0400

Brooke Beckett, MD, is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 2, we look at a radiograph and discuss basics of appearance of air, fat, tissue, bone and metal. What do you tell patients who are worried about radiation for a CT scan or xray? 👉 Join us at "Ortho by the bay" at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the latest for Ortho PAs - registration open now for PAOS members and nonmembers! 😎 https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

MSK Radiology Basics - Part 1

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:00:53 -0400

Brooke Beckett, MD, is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 1 of her interview, she discusses with Chuck and Miles some important core concepts for reading radiographs and ordering images in general. 👉 Join us at "Ortho by the bay" at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the latest for Ortho PAs - registration open now for PAOS members and nonmembers! https://paos.org/mpage/ortho_by_the_bay

Case Study: Volleyball player with Pars fracture

Wed, 27 May 2026 04:00:06 -0400

When an athlete presents with low back pain, how often is it a pars fracture? Chuck shares a recent example of spondylolysis and discusses diagnosis through nonsurgical and surgical treatment options. Check out this episode on our youtube channel for xrays, MR imaging, and slides. https://www.youtube.com/@PAOSnews

Case Study: Distal Biceps Tear

Wed, 20 May 2026 04:00:21 -0400

This week Chuck shares a case study on how to identify and treat distal biceps tears

Real Talk with the Joint Effort PAs - Part 4

Wed, 13 May 2026 04:00:19 -0400

Chuck and Miles conclude a discussion with Hannah and Beth of the Joint Effort PAs podcast.

Real Talk with the Joint Effort PAs - Part 3

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:37 -0400

Chuck and Miles continue a discussion with Hannah and Beth of the Joint Effort PAs podcast.

Real Talk with the Joint Effort PAs - Part 2

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:23 -0400

Chuck and Miles are back this week with Hannah and Beth of the Joint Effort PAs podcast. In Part 2, they discuss building trust and working effectively with the other members of your team as practicing ortho PAs.

Real Talk with the Joint Effort PAs - Part 1

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:13 -0400

This episode, Chuck and Miles are joined by Hannah and Beth of the Joint Effort PAs podcast. In Part 1, they discuss how Hannah and Beth decided to start the podcast and how it relates to their careers as practicing ortho PAs.

Research on spinal imaging - Part 2

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:17 -0400

We're back this week for the final episode with Patrick T Knott, PhD, PA-C, an Orthopedic PA specializing in pediatric spinal deformity, and the Director of the Doctor of Medical Science Program at Rosalind Franklin University. In a continued discussion, Dr. Knott talks about a method he helped develop to image and diagnose spinal deformities without X-Rays using digital photography and surface topography.

Research on spinal imaging - Part 1

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:41 -0400

We're back this week with Patrick T Knott, PhD, PA-C, an Orthopedic PA specializing in pediatric spinal deformity, and the Director of the Doctor of Medical Science Program at Rosalind Franklin University. In a continued discussion, Dr. Knott talks about a method he helped develop to image and diagnose spinal deformities without X-Rays using digital photography and surface topography.

The Future of PA Education - Part 2

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:15 -0400

We're back this week with Patrick T Knott, PhD, PA-C, Director of the Doctor of Medical Science Program at Rosalind Franklin University. In part 2 of the interview, Myles and Chuck ask about the future of residencies for PAs.

The Future of PA Education - Part 1

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:55 -0400

Patrick T Knott, PhD, PA-C is an ortho PA specializing in pediatric spine. He's also the Director of the Doctor of Medical Science Program at Rosalind Franklin University. In part 1 of the interview, Myles and Chuck ask, will PA training move to a doctoral degree for entry-level training? What is happening with transitional doctorate programs nationwide?

Martial Artists and Hip Pathology - Part 3

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:18 -0400

Chuck and Miles are back this week with Alli Mack, PA-C, MS, MPH for the final installment discussing sports injuries of the hip and about being a karate athlete herself. Alli is a board-certified Physician Associate practicing at the American Hip Institute in Chicago, where she completed an APP orthopedic residency.

Martial Artists and Hip Pathology - Part 2

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:16 -0400

Alli Mack, PA-C, MS, MPH talks with Chuck and Miles about sports injuries of the hip and about being a karate athlete herself. Alli is a board-certified Physician Associate practicing at the American Hip Institute in Chicago, where she completed an APP orthopedic residency.

Martial Artists and Hip Pathology - Part 1

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:00:50 -0500

Martial Artists and Hip Pathology - Part 1 by Physician Associates in Orthopaedic Surgery | Sam Dyer, PA-C, MHS, Chuck Dowell, MS, PA-C, ATC, and Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, MCHS

Case Presentation - Snowboarder with Distal Radius Fracture Part 2 of 2

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:00:20 -0500

Chuck shares a case of a snowboarder with a fractured distal radius from a fall. In part 2, he discusses age considerations for acceptable angulation as well as healing potential.

Case Presentation - Snowboarder Distal Radius Fracture Part 1 of 2

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:00:25 -0500

Chuck shares a case of a snowboarder with a fractured distal radius from a fall. He gives advice on interpreting imaging and treatment such as splinting.

Case Presentation - Sprained Ankle from Forced External Rotation

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:06:10 -0500

Chuck shares a case of a young wrestler with an ankle sprain from forced external rotation. He stresses the importance of identifying the mechanism of injury.

Case Presentation - Painful Shoulder from a Fall

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:19 -0500

This episode Chuck presents a case from a patient he recently saw for sore shoulder from a fall.

Ortho Oncology, What Not To Miss - Part 4

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:00:32 -0500

Chuck and Miles are back this week for the final episode in the series with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

Ortho Oncology, What Not To Miss - Part 3

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:00:28 -0500

Chuck and Miles are back this week for part three with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

Ortho Oncology, What Not To Miss - Part 2

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:00:34 -0500

Chuck and Miles are back this week for part two with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

Ortho Oncology, What Not To Miss - Part 1

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:00:39 -0500

John deVries, MD, spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. Chuck and Miles discuss with him some highlights from his talk.

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number One - 1.5 Years out of school, one new PA’s thoughts on student debt, loans, and practice

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 07:25:12 -0500

To end the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Miguel Serrato, MS,MHA, PA-C, ATC, is a PAOS member and is in his second year as a practicing orthopaedic PA. He shares with Sam some of the considerations that PAs have regarding financing PA school and student loans. Miguel won the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship in 2019 and we caught up with him in 2021. The Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship was established in 1998. Susan, the wife of our founding president Joe Lindahl, passed away following a battle with a brain tumor in 1997. This scholarship fund was established in her honor recognizing the sacrifices Susan and Joe underwent getting the PAOS off the ground and sustaining the organization in the early years. The establishment of this memorial scholarship fund was to cultivate and attract PA students into the field of orthopaedics.

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 2 & Number 3 - Athletic Injuries of the Foot, Parts 1 & 2

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:52 -0500

To end the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Foot and Ankle surgeon Nicholas Viens, MD, discusses athletic injuries of the foot. Parts 1 and 2 are combined in this episode, the #2 and #3 most listened-to episode of the podcast!

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 4 - Bilateral lateral femoral condyle OCD lesions, a case study and literature review

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:12 -0500

For the end of the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Madeline McHugh, PA-S, (now PA-C) was one of the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship winners for 2021. She shares her case study on bilateral lateral femoral condyle OCD lesions.

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 5 & Number 6: Multidirectional Instability (MDI) Parts 1 & 2

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 09:00:22 -0500

For the end of the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Again we find ourselevs with Orthopaedic Surgeon Alexander Bitzer, MD! Dr. Bitzer is fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine with a focus on upper extremity. Dr. Bitzer discusses with Sam the treatment of MDI, and the challenges in helping an athlete return to sport after surgical or non-surgical treatment.

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 8 & Number 7: Femoral Acetabular Impingement Parts 1 & 2

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 08:40:21 -0500

To end the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Dr. Alex Bitzer takes the 7th and 8th spot with is two part talk on FAI! This is both parts of the interview. Subscribe to make sure you get all the latest in orthopedics - new episodes each Wednesday!

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 9 - the role of state academies and legislative advocacy

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:00:52 -0500

To end the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! From November 2021 - the role of state academies and legislative advocacy - a discussion with Truett Smith PA-C, DFAAPA and Marc Katz PA-C, DFAAPA, both past presidents of the NC Academy of Physician Assistants.

All-Time Top 10 Listens - Number 10 - Geriatric orthopedic considerations and ancillary resources for care of your elderly patients

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 04:00:13 -0500

For the end of the year, we're doing a countdown of the most listened-to episodes of the orthoPAc podcast! Carmen Quatman, MD, PhD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in trauma care, with fellowship training in geriatric orthopedic trauma. In part one of a two part interview, she discusses important considerations for geriatric patients, to better help them be safe at home and have as high a quality of life as possible.

Esketamine for Post-Operative Pain Management - Part 2

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:00:43 -0500

Scholarship winner Melanie Reyes, MPH, PA-S discusses Esketamine and its applications for post operative pain management following hip surgery.

Esketamine for Post-Operative Pain Management - Part 1

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:01:03 -0500

This episode Sam is joined by Melanie Reyes, MPH, PA-S to discuss Esketamine and its applications for post operative pain management following hip surgery.

Sports Specialization: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - Part 3

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 04:00:09 -0500

Chuck is joined by Laura Goble, PA-C to discuss sports specialization by young athletes. In Part 3, they discuss the importance of rest and the risks of exhaustion and overuse. How do we communicate with parents and coaches about the best interest of the athlete? Laura Goble was a speaker at our most recent annual conference. Earn Category 1 CME from this conference and others at PAOS.org!

Sports Specialization: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - Part 2

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:00:59 -0500

Chuck is joined by Laura Goble, PA-C to discuss sports specialization by young athletes. In Part 2, they discuss nutrition and various risk factors, as well as the importance of truly understanding the athlete's priorities. Laura Goble was a speaker at our most recent annual conference. Earn Category 1 CME from this conference and others at PAOS.org!

Sports Specialization: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly - Part 1

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:00:07 -0500

In this series of episodes Chuck is joined by Laura Goble, PA-C, ATC, who discusses her presentation at the recent PAOS meeting in Las Vegas on sports specialization by young athletes.

Scholarship Winner Discusses Paper on Medial Knee Stabilization - Part 2

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:00:08 -0500

Tayleigh Talmadge, PA-S, is a 2025 winner of the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship. In part 2, she and Chuck further discuss her poster presentation and what brought her to the topic of medial knee stabilization and considerations for graft selection. Learn more about the scholarship for future Ortho PAs here: paos.org/scholarship Get Category I CME at our Learning Center! PAOS.org

Scholarship Winner Discusses Paper on Medial Knee Stabilization - Part 1

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:00:18 -0500

Tayleigh Talmadge, PA-S, is a 2025 winner of the Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship. Here, she discusses her poster presentation on medial knee stabilization. Learn more about the scholarship for future Ortho PAs here: paos.org/scholarship Get Category I CME at our Learning Center! PAOS.org

HB 67 and the evolving landscape of PA practice - Part 2

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:00:59 -0400

North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (NCAPA) President-elect Truett Smith, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA returns to the podcast to discuss a new law in North Carolina regarding Team Practice. In Part 2, he discusses the impact for North Carolina PA's and NP's working relationship with their physicians.

HB 67 and the evolving landscape of PA practice - Part 1

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:00:04 -0400

North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants (NCAPA) President-elect Truett Smith, MPAS, PA-C, DFAAPA returns to the podcast to discuss a new law in North Carolina regarding Team Practice. In Part 1, he discusses the impact for North Carolina PAs and patients, as well as what we have seen in other states and what this means for the growth of the PA profession.

Medical Legal Consulting - Part 4

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:14 -0400

Susan Ferrero, PA-C discusses the importance of documentation with Sam, Chuck and Miles. Learn more about her work interpreting healthcare for legal professionals, at Medlawpa.com.

Medical Legal Consulting - Part 3

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:13:11 -0400

Susan Ferrero, PA-C discusses the importance of documentation. Learn more about her business, interpreting healthcare for legal professionals, at Medlawpa.com.

Medical Legal Consulting - Part 2

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:52 -0400

Back this week with Susan Ferrero, PA-C as she shares the ins and outs of Medical Consulting and interpreting healthcare records for legal professionals. Learn more at Medlawpa.com!

Medical Legal Consulting - Part 1

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:54:24 -0400

Susan Ferrero, PA-C shares with Sam, Chuck, and Miles the ins and outs of Medical Consulting, interpreting healthcare records for legal professionals. Learn more at Medlawpa.com!

PAs for Women Empowerment - Part 3

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:10:52 -0400

Katerina Dons MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam about the organization PAs for Women Empowerment, dedicated to advocating for women in the PA profession. She was one of the founding members and serves as the president. Learn more about the organization at: https://www.pasforwe.org/

PAs for Women Empowerment - Part 2

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:12 -0400

Katerina Dons MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam about the organization PAs for Women Empowerment, dedicated to advocating for women in the PA profession. Learn more about the organization at: www.pasforwe.org/

PAs for Women Empowerment - Part 1

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 04:00:12 -0400

Osteoporosis revisited with updates on treatments - Part 2

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:00:28 -0400

A new conversation with Catherine Sweeney, PA-C, CCD, on bone health and updates for 2025, including some new treatments. Next week: join us at "Ortho on the Strip" for a conference entirely dedicated to APPs in orthopaedics. More at PAOS.org/CME!

Osteoporosis revisited with updates on treatments - Part 1

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:49 -0400

Sam speaks with Catherine Sweeney, PA-C, CCD, about bone health. In part 1, we reshare an earlier conversation, and in Part 2, she'll talk to us about updates for 2025 including some new treatments. Join us at "Ortho on the Strip" for a conference entirely dedicated to APPs in orthopaedics. More at PAOS.org/CME!

A discussion on APP fellowships, utilization, and leadership - Part 4

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:58:50 -0400

Amanda Ben Simon, MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam, Miles, and Chuck about the many opportunities that APPs have as far as leadership and different careers. Register for the annual conference at PAOS.org/cme! Join us in Las Vegas September 1-5 for the latest in orthopedics for APPs. Remember to book your room and book a flight early!

A discussion on APP fellowships, utilization, and leadership - Part 3

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:00:46 -0400

Amanda Ben Simon, MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam, Miles, and Chuck about APP Utilization and why it's important to know your value. Do you have a way to track what you contribute to your practice? Register for the annual conference at PAOS.org/cme! Join us in Las Vegas September 1-5 for the latest in orthopedics for APPs. Remember to book your room and book a flight early!

A discussion on APP fellowships, utilization, and leadership - Part 2

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 04:00:16 -0400

Amanda Ben Simon, MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam, Miles, and Chuck about career considerations for APP Fellowship Programs. If you know where you want to live and that you want to practice orthopedics, when does fellowship make sense as opposed to on-the-job training? What are the limitations and the opportunities involved in being an APP Fellow? Tune in next week to hear Amanda discuss APP Utilization and why it's important to know your value. Earlybird deadline is July 31! Register for the annual conference at PAOS.org/cme! Join us in Las Vegas September 1-5 for the latest in orthopedics for APPs. Remember to book your room and book a flight early!

A discussion on APP fellowships, utilization, and leadership - Part 1

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 04:00:26 -0400

Amanda Ben Simon, MMS, PA-C, speaks with Sam, Miles, and Chuck about her role as co-director of the APP Fellowship Program at UT Southwestern Medical Center in part 1. Register for the annual conference at PAOS.org/cme! Join us in Las Vegas September 1-5!

Case Study: Midfoot Injury

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 04:00:28 -0400

Stay tuned to the end to hear about a special opportunity at our annual conference! Learn more and register at PAOS.org/cme Chuck shares a case of a 24 year old presenting with a midfoot injury and talks us through the exam, imaging, and treatment.

A Case Study - Forearm injury from horse kick

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:47 -0400

Sam shares a recent case from orthopedic urgent care and when to involve the physician. 13 year old right hand dominant female arrives holding her right forearm. Visit PAOS.org/cme for more information about the annual conference in Las Vegas. Limited spaces available!

A Case Study - Osteopenia, Sudden Acute Groin Pain and Hip Pain

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 05:00:59 -0400

Sam shares a case of a 72 year old patient presenting with groin pain and with xrays that reveal osteopenia. What further imaging is indicated? What is important to address while they are at urgent care?

Financial strategies for professionals - Part 4

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:54 -0400

Should you think about all debt the same way? When should you rebalance your investments? The discussion continutes in Part 4 of 4. "Millionaires in Medicine" founder Kristin Burton MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-HM, CPAAPA helps healthcare professionals with financial literacy.

Financial strategies for professionals - Part 3

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 23:42:59 -0400

"Millionaires in Medicine" founder Kristin Burton MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-HM, CPAAPA helps healthcare professionals with financial literacy. In part 3, when does a financial advisor make sense? What is important to consider with investing in real estate? Multifamily real estate?

Financial strategies for professionals - Part 2

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:23 -0400

"Millionaires in Medicine" founder Kristin Burton MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-HM, CPAAPA helps healthcare professionals with financial literacy. In Part 2, we discuss the importance of being able to see financial progress in addition to your annual budget. How do investment strategies change from the beginning of a PA career, mid-career and approaching retirement?

Financial strategies for professionals - Part 1

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 05:00:35 -0400

Kristin Burton, MPAS, PA-C, CAQ-HM, discusses updates on student loans in part 1 of a discussion on finances for PAs and other healthcare professionals. For most of us, it's important to begin investing as soon as we begin our careers, including the years that we are repaying student loans. What are important considerations for budgeting and accelerated payment plans? Learn more from Kristin at https://www.millionairesinmedicine.com/community

Hip pathology treated arthroscopically; a follow-up discussion with Dr. Bert - Part 4

Wed, 28 May 2025 04:00:16 -0400

Timothy Bert, MD, Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in arthroscopic technique. Part 4 includes a discussion of cam lesions and the connenction to osteoarthritis. Dr. Bert covers hip pathology further in the most recent Ortho in the West conference. His talk will be available for free at PAOS.org as the video of the month for June 2025. Virtual Category I CME packages available at PAOS.org for members, and AAPA.org for nonmembers.

Hip pathology treated arthroscopically; a follow-up discussion with Dr. Bert - Part 3

Wed, 21 May 2025 04:00:41 -0400

Timothy Bert, MD, Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in arthroscopic techniques and discusses hip conditions in adolescent patients in part three. Dr. Bert covers hip pathology further in the most recent Ortho in the West conference. Virtual CME will be available at PAOS.org for members, and AAPA.org for nonmembers.

Hip pathology treated arthroscopically; a follow-up discussion with Dr. Bert - Part 2

Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:51 -0400

Timothy Bert, MD, Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in arthroscopic techniques and discusses hip conditions and The Beighton Scoring System in part two. Dr. Bert covers hip pathology further in the most recent Ortho in the West conference. Virtual CME will be available at PAOS.org for members, and AAPA.org for nonmembers.

Hip pathology treated arthroscopically; a follow-up discussion with Dr. Bert - Part 1

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:00:45 -0400

Timothy Bert, MD, Sports Medicine Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon, specializes in arthroscopic techniques and discusses hip conditions with Sam, Chuck, and Miles. Dr. Bert covers hip pathology further in the most recent Ortho in the West conference. Virtual CME will be available at PAOS.org for members, and AAPA.org for nonmembers.

PAs in Leadership - A Primary Care Perspective - Part 2

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:36 -0400

James L. Ali, PA-C, DMSc, MBA, DFAAPA is the president of the Society of PAs in Family Medicine, SPAFM. In Part 2, Jim discusses considerations for opening your own practice, the various models for reimbursement, and the future role of PAs in primary and specialty care. Read his article in the recent AAPA here to learn more about Jim and his journey in PA practice: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2024/11/the-interconnected-journey-of-a-pa-from-rejection-to-innovation-in-primary-care/

PAs in Leadership - A Primary Care Perspective - Part 1

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 04:01:00 -0400

James L. Ali, PA-C, DMSc, MBA, DFAAPA is the president of the Society of PAs in Family Medicine, SPAFM. He shares his experience running an APP practice in an underserved community in part 1 of his interview with Sam. Read his article in the recent AAPA here to learn more about Jim and his journey in PA practice: https://www.aapa.org/news-central/2024/11/the-interconnected-journey-of-a-pa-from-rejection-to-innovation-in-primary-care/

A review of common hand conditions and management by a hand PA - Part 4

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:20 -0400

Vanessa Smith, MS, PA-C discusses treatment for hand injuries involving the nail bed as well as trigger finger, including the evidence for epinephrine and lidocaine use in the finger. Vanessa is a hand specialist who created OrthoRefresh.com as an educational tool for providers in primary care and orthopaedics needing a refresher on treating the hand and wrist.

A review of common hand conditions and management by a hand PA - Part 3

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 04:34:50 -0400

In Part 3, we cover neurectomy, or denervation, of the thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint, and begin a discussion on treating trigger fingers. Vanessa Smith, MS, PA-C is a hand specialist who created OrthoRefresh.com as an educational tool for providers in primary care and orthopaedics needing a refresher on treating the hand and wrist.

A review of common hand conditions and management by a hand PA - Part 2

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

Vanessa Smith, MS, PA-C is a hand specialist who created OrthoRefresh.com as an educational tool for providers in primary care and orthopaedics needing a refresher on treating the hand and wrist. How do we counsel patients on arthritis? In part 2, Vanessa elaborates on the nonsurgical treatments for CMC Joint Arthritis and key educational ideas such as behavioral modification.

A review of common hand conditions and management by a hand PA - Part 1

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

Vanessa Smith, MS, PA-C is a hand specialist who created OrthoRefresh.com as an educational tool for providers in primary care and orthopaedics needing a refresher on treating the hand and wrist. In today's episode, she discusses ways of explaining osteoarthritis to patients and the nonsurgical treatments available in the "toolbox."

Non-orthopedic causes of Musculoskeletal Pain - Part 4

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

Sam and Chuck discuss how Non-orthopedic causes of pain can present in an orthopedic urgent care or clinic. In the final episode of the series, they discuss systemic diseases and medications that can cause musculoskeletal pain.

Non-orthopedic Causes of Musculoskeletal Pain - Part 3

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400

Non-orthopedic causes of pain can present in an orthopedic urgent care or clinic setting and it's important to recognize when a patient needs to be referred to another provider. When it comes to the pelvis and the hip joint, what other things might present as musculoskeletal pain? Sam and Chuck discuss some experiences.

Non-orthopedic Causes of Musculoskeletal Pain - Part 1

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0500

Non-orthopedic causes of pain can present in an orthopedic urgent care or clinic setting and it's important to know what to include in your differential. In Part 1, Sam and Chuck discuss a case and some non-MSK causes of back pain.

Non-orthopedic Causes of Musculoskeletal Pain - Part 2

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0500

Non-orthopedic causes of pain can present in an orthopedic urgent care or clinic setting and it's important to know what to include in your differential. When do you refer out or send to the Emergency Department? In Part 2, Sam and Chuck discuss pain symptoms from the low back to cervical spine.

Preventing the Misdiagnosis of Lisfranc Injury: A Clinical Pearl

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 04:00:16 -0500

Miles Gilbreath, PA-C, speaks with 2024 Susan Lindahl Memorial Scholarship Winner Haven C. Donovan LAT, ATC, PA-S of DeSales University about the clinical pearl she wrote on Lisfranc diagnosis. 2025 scholarship applications are now being accepted! Check out PAOS.org/scholarship to learn more about this resource for PA students interested in a career in orthopaedics.

Part 5 - Return To Sport - with Arthritis

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 04:00:17 -0500

Join Miles, Chuck, and Sam in the final installment of their discussion on Return to Play. When someone is experiencing degenerative changes, how can we communicate with them effectively and empathetically about their condition? How can we work with them to help them continue or modify the ways they stay active?

Return to Activity - Part 4 - Spine Stuff

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 19:00:00 -0500

Chuck, Sam, and Miles discuss lumbar strains and other spine injuries, and the role of physical therapy in return to activity. Join the PAOS for a CME conference in 2025! More information at PAOS.org.

Return to Activity - Part 3 - After An Acute Injury

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 04:00:17 -0500

Sam, Chuck, and Miles discuss the variables to consider with an athlete's return to activity. When a patient has a fracture or other acute injury, it's important to discuss expectations for return to play and what factors may affect that timeline.

Return to Activity - Part 2 - After Orthopedic Surgery

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 04:00:27 -0500

Ortho PAs Sam Dyer, Chuck Dowell, and Miles Gilbreath discuss what to go over with patients when it comes to returning to activity after surgery. What is important to know about each surgeon's protocols? How does a patient's strength and activity level impact a decision on when to have surgery, what procedure to have, and what to try after surgery.

The PAOS Annual Practice And Compensation Survey 2024

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 04:00:16 -0500

The 2024 report is out now! One of the most important benefits of membership to Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery is the Annual Practice and Compensation Survey report. When you're asking for a salary increase, find yourself in this report and have good data of what other ortho PAs with your responsibilities make. Check out how this differs by region or state! Sam talks with Kevin Whorton about the newest report and the continuing trends of the profession. If you are not a member of the PAOS, join today! PAOS.org

Return to Activity - Part 1 - After An Injection

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 08:03:33 -0500

What conversations do you have with your patients regarding return to activity? In Part 1, Sam, Chuck and Miles discuss steroid injections, and how a patient's goals can dictate a course of action. For a runner with knee osteoarthritis, what is important to consider?

Case Study - Scapular Dyskinesis and Functional Evaluation

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 08:00:14 -0500

Chuck Dowell, PA-C covers an interesting find in ortho urgent care. When there is a chronic injury in an athlete, consider a functional evaluation. Next week, back with Sam, Chuck, and Miles for a discussion on return to play.