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The AAOS Career Podcast covers professional development topics of interest to the musculoskeletal community, from financial literacy and research opportunities to surgical skills and networking. Conversations between early-career surgeons and experienced attendings offer practical tools for guided growth in the specialty. Part of “The Bone Beat” orthopaedic podcast channel.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons


    • Oct 30, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    #35 Mastering Job Exploration With ACCELERATE

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 35:24


    This episode dives into the job-hunting process using the brand-new orthopaedic job exploration platform, ACCELERATE by AAOS. MedGeo Executive Vice President Jarod Collins explains how the interactive, map-based platform helps connect AAOS members with over 13,500 employers across the country in one easy to use tool. The conversation covers key factors to consider when choosing a job, the importance of mentorship and leveraging your network, as well as job searching techniques and current market trends. Learn more about ACCELERATE by AAOS: https://www.aaos.org/accelerate   View FAQ about the platform: https://resources.accelerate.aaos.org/   Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Guest: Jarod Collins, Executive Vice President, MedGeo Ventures

    #34 Special Episode: AAOS's New Strategic Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 37:44


    The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently went through a comprehensive multi-year process to re-imagine its core focus and aspirational state to be the trusted leaders in advancing musculoskeletal health. Members of the AAOS Presidential Line provide behind-the-scenes perspective that explores the need for change, and how these changes provide a foundation for greater collaboration, innovation, learning opportunities and benefits for current and future members, patients and the larger musculoskeletal community. More on AAOS' proposed governance changes: https://www.aaos.org/about/meet-aaos/proposed-governance-changes/ Moving Forward: AAOS Board of Directors Approves New Strategic Plan, (AAOS Now, April 2024): https://www.aaos.org/aaosnow/2024/march-april/commentary/commentary01/   Look Towards the Future, (AAOS Now, August 2024), https://www.aaos.org/aaosnow/2024/aug/youraaos/youraaos01 Host:  Valerae O. Lewis, MD, FAAOS, AAOS Membership Council Chair  Guests:  Paul Tornetta III, MD, PhD, FAAOS, AAOS President   Annunziato (Ned) Amendola, MD, FAAOS, AAOS First Vice President   Joel Mayerson, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, AAOS Board of Councilors Chair

    #33 New Ban on Noncompete Agreements

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 31:54


    Healthcare executive Paul Bruning discusses the recent ban on noncompete agreements and what the historic rule means for the future of musculoskeletal care. He talks about the reasoning behind the restrictive clauses and unlocked opportunities for innovation and industry competition. Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly  Guest: Paul Bruning, Service Line Director, Sutter Health 

    #32 FDA Leader on Diversity in Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 32:22


    This episode features a provocative discussion about diversity in medicine and the importance of cross collaboration between public and private practice. Microbiologist and FDA leader RDML Raquel Peat shares lessons on transformational leadership and why diversity in thought, background, training, geography, and research are critical to improving public health and advancing the field of orthopaedics. Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Guest: RDML Raquel Peat, PhD, MPH, Director, Office of Orthopedic Devices, FDA

    #31 Working With Industry: Ethical Considerations and Patient Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 25:20


    Partnerships between orthopaedic surgeons and industry can have educational value and lead to improvements in patient care. Sometimes, however, the line between supportive funds and funds to promote a particular product can be blurred. This episode dives into considerations for ensuring these relationships provide value, benefit the patient, and comply with applicable laws. Related episode, Episode 16, Ideas and Innovation in Orthopaedics: https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/career-podcast/episode-16/ AAOS Device Recall Dashboard: https://www.aaos.org/quality/healthcare-safety/device-recall-dashboard/ Guest: Jonathan Dubin, MD, FAAOS, AAOS Healthcare Safety Committee Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #30 Mastering Your First Impression: The Power of Your Personal Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 24:52


    In this episode, recorded live at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting, public speaking and media performance consultant, Kathryn Janicek, explains how surgeons' executive presence is critical to inspiring confidence and trust in the field. The three-time Emmy Award-winning TV executive offers practical guidance for leveraging your expertise to promote your personal brand and your practice. Guest: Kathryn Janicek, Public Speaking and Media Performance Consultant Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #29 Finding Passion Within Your Specialty

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 29, 2024 24:35


    New host Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, sits down with outgoing AAOS Membership Council chair and repeat podcast guest Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, FAAOS, for this in-person interview recorded at the AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting. Through sharing her personal story in sports medicine, Dr. Matzkin explains the importance of finding passion within your specialty, whether it's research, a surgical technique or an area outside of clinical practice like advocacy, and how that excitement translates into being a better orthopaedic surgeon.  Episode 16 with Dr. Matzkin, “Building Skills Through Leadership” https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/career-podcast/episode-15/  Guest: Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, FAAOS, inaugural chair, AAOS Membership Council  Host: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #28 Glimpse Into New Host, Initiatives & Annual Meeting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 19:19


    In his final episode as host of the AAOS Career Podcast, Dr. Daniel Cognetti introduces the new host and Chair of the AAOS Resident Assembly Dr. Mikalyn DeFoor. Together they talk about exciting initiatives coming to the Resident Assembly and events for residents at the upcoming AAOS 2024 Annual Meeting. Resident programs at the meeting: https://www.aaos.org/annual/education/resident-focused-programs/ Guest: Mikalyn DeFoor, MD, Incoming Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #27 Growing Your Career and Your Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023 18:07


    In this episode, two former co-residents discuss the challenges that come with being pregnant and having young children during training. From performing surgery heavily pregnant and taking maternity leave, to learning to breastfeed and balance motherhood with the demands of the job, Dr. Dawn Rask shares tips for success in parenthood for orthopaedic surgeon listeners. Guest: Dawn M. G. Rask, MD, Capt. USAF  Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly  

    #26 Managing Your Brand and Online Reputation

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 31:06


    This episode covers aspects of marketing and growing a practice, specifically a surgeon's online reputation. Whether you are a new surgeon, in the middle of your career, or even well established and have neglected your online profile and reputation, fear not. There are many new and easy ways to build a positive online reputation, attract new patients and respond to negative online reviews. Guest: Orrin Franko, MD, FAAOS, East Bay Hand Medical Center Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #25 Non-Traditional Practice Models: Locums and Beyond

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 24:40


    In this episode, we explore non-traditional practice models for orthopaedic surgeons—from locums and health maintenance organizations to ambulatory surgery centers and even the military. With healthcare consolidation on the rise and decreasing physician autonomy, we delve into what makes these practice settings attractive and how to make them successful.   Guest: Tamara Huff, MD, MBA, FAAOS, CEO, Vigeo Orthopedics   Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, Past Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly   

    #24 Coding Matters: Understanding the Ever-Evolving Landscape ­– Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 17:42


    The AAOS Coding Community is your go-to resource for everything Practice Management and Coding & Reimbursement at AAOS. Part two of this podcast will continue to cover the general principles of coding, update members on new rules and developments, and review some of the top coding mistakes.  To sign up for an upcoming virtual Practice Management course, featuring a session on Coding Tips with Shannon DeConda, click here. Guest: Shannon DeConda, CPC, CEMC, CEMA, CPMA, CRTT, Partner, DoctorsManagement Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #23 Coding Matters: Understanding the Ever-Evolving Landscape ­– Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 25:19


    The AAOS Coding Community is your go-to resource for everything Practice Management and Coding & Reimbursement at AAOS. This two-part series will cover the general principles of coding, update members on new rules and developments, and review some of the top coding mistakes. Stay tuned for Episode 2 which will air next week.  To sign up for an upcoming virtual Practice Management course, featuring a session on Coding Tips with Shannon DeConda, click here. Guest: Shannon DeConda, CPC, CEMC, CEMA, CPMA, CRTT, Partner, DoctorsManagement Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #22 Leveraging Social Media for Your Patients and Practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 20:32


    This episode, which was recorded in-person at the 2023 AAOS Annual Meeting, delves into the ways orthopaedic surgeons can leverage social media to build their practices and personal brand. Social media guru and AAOS social media ambassador Dr. Cory Calendine offers guidance for using the platforms for both patient education and professional engagement, despite ongoing challenges surrounding limited time and medical misinformation.   Find Dr. Calendine on social media under the name Cory Calendine, MD. Guest: Cory Calendine, MD, FAAOS, Founding Partner, Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee   Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #21 Eliminating the Term ‘Provider' as a Physician

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 16:22


    Using the ambiguous term “provider” to describe any healthcare professional is problematic for both patients and orthopaedic surgeons striving to provide the highest level of musculoskeletal care. This episode explains how it diminishes the intrinsic value of physicians, commoditizes healthcare delivery, and why organizations like AAOS are working to eliminate its use. AAOS Now article on the topic: https://www.aaos.org/aaosnow/2023/jun/youraaos/youraaos04/ Guest: Gregory Della Rocca, MD, FAAOS, AAOS BOC Representative for Missouri Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #20 In-person Meetings and Learning Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2023 21:32


    In-person learning is invaluable for networking, career development, and even personal growth. In this episode with the chair of AAOS CME Courses, we dive into the numerous opportunities that orthopaedic surgeons can take advantage of from annual meeting to live courses and everything else in between. Guest: Steven Haddad, MD, FAAOS, Chair, AAOS CME Courses Program Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #19 Shining in Rotations from Med School to Fellowship

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 12:50


    Recorded live at the 2023 Annual Meeting and the day before Match Day, this conversation dives into how medical students and junior residents can shine in their rotations. The authors of Pocket Pimped, a series of books with the 1,500 most asked questions by attendings, give advice for maximizing learning opportunities and matching into orthopaedic residency or their subspeciality of choice. Learn more about Pocket Pimped: https://pocketpimped.com/ Learn more about AAOS' new membership for medical students: https://www.aaos.org/membership/become-an-aaos-member/information-for-medical-students/ Guests: Jacob J. Triplet, MD, Indiana University Health; David Johnson, DO, Florida Orthopaedic Institute Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #18 Supporting Women in Orthopaedics

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 16:21


    In recognition of International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8, this episode features a conversation about supporting women in orthopaedic surgery. AAOS Career Podcast Host Liana Tedesco, MD, leads a provocative discussion with her attending at Columbia University and incoming Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society President Christen Russo, MD, FAAOS. From gender representation and reproductive rights to advancing their careers amidst unique challenges, all topics are on the table. Guest: Christen M. Russo, MD, FAAOS, Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society, President  Host: Liana Tedesco, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #17 ROCK: Reimagining Resident Education in Orthopaedics Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 21:57


    In this episode with Paul Tornetta, III, MD, FAAOS, we explore the AAOS Resident Orthopaedic Core Knowledge program, also known as ROCK. This is a dynamic online learning environment designed to empower residents with core foundational knowledge needed to pass their Boards, feel confident in their Orthopaedic In-Training Examination scores, and be a well-rounded orthopaedic surgeon. Additional resources and information: https://www.aaos.org/education/resident-orthopaedic-core-knowledge/ Guest: Paul Tornetta, III, MD, FAAOS, AAOS Second Vice President and ROCK Curriculum Co-Director Host: Liana Tedesco, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #16 Ideas and Innovation in Orthopaedics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 15:30


    This episode delves into the importance and process of having an innovation mindset in orthopaedics. From identifying a problem to partnering with industry and pursuing a patent, surgeons can use innovation to advance the field. The conversation discusses exploring ideas through research, intellectual property protections, and opportunities to use technology to improve musculoskeletal care. Guest: Thomas R. Duquin, MD, FAAOS, Director of Medical Student Education, Jacobs School of Medicine, University at Buffalo Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #15 Building Skills Through Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 19:50


    Orthopaedic surgeons gain invaluable skills by serving in leadership positions. In this episode, AAOS Membership Council Chair Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, FAAOS discusses her leadership journey, offers recommendations for residents to get started, and explains how to gain the most out of these opportunities. Learn more about AAOS leadership positions: https://cap.aaos.org/ Info on the AAOS Resident Assembly: https://www.aaos.org/membership/aaos-volunteer-opportunities/the-aaos-resident-assembly/ Episode on the ALI program: https://www.aaos.org/publications/the-bone-beat-orthopaedic-podcast-channel/career-podcast/episode-6/ Guest: Elizabeth Matzkin, MD, FAAOS, Chair, AAOS Membership Council Host: Liana Tedesco, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #14 Finding and Fostering Mentorships

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 16:10


    Finding a mentor during residency can be difficult, but the lessons learned, and professional advice given are invaluable. In this episode, William Levine, MD, FAAOS, from Columbia University offers tips for finding the right mentor, being a good mentee despite a rigorous schedule, then creating a lasting, professional relationship that extends beyond the years of formal training and landing a job. Guest (name, title, company or organization): William N. Levine (New York), MD, FAAOS, Chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #13 Career Resources for Early-Career Professionals

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 18:01


    As early-career professionals prepare for their first job, many are not aware of the many resources available through AAOS. In this episode, learn about the job search process, how to be an attractive candidate and what resources AAOS offers when searching and preparing for job opportunities. Guests:Tanja Getter, Lead Residency Education Director, Community Health Systems; Evette Thompson, AAOS Career Center Coordinator Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #12 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 25:06


    Impostor syndrome is a pervasive feeling of self-doubt, insecurity, or fraudulence, one that can stubbornly persist despite much evidence to the contrary. In this episode, Dr. Nancy Yen Shipley, who has written and spoken on the topic extensively including in her podcast titled “The 6%,” discusses how to identify imposter syndrome and ways to overcome and mitigate those feelings of self-doubt. Guest: Nancy Yen Shipley, MD, FAAOS Partner at Multnomah Orthopaedic Clinic Host: AAOS Resident Assembly Chair Liana Tedesco, MD

    #11 Professional Development Through Policy Advocacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 20:55


    Involvement in policy advocacy is about more than just advancing musculoskeletal care, it is also a way for orthopaedic surgeons to develop professionally. This episode, featuring an AAOS healthcare lobbyist and resident leader on the Orthopaedic PAC, explains how important skills such as effective communication and the art of negotiation can be fostered through engagement in advocacy. More on AAOS' Orthopaedic Advocacy Week: https://www.aaos.org/advocacy/get-involved/orthopaedic-advocacy-week/ More on AAOS Advocacy: http://aaos.org/advocacy More on the AAOS Resident Assembly: https://www.aaos.org/membership/aaos-volunteer-opportunities/the-aaos-resident-assembly/ Guests: Catherine Hayes, Lead Lobbyist, AAOS; Sarah Nelson, PGY-5, Walter Reed, National Military Medical Center, Orthopaedic PAC Resident Fellow Host: Liana J. Tedesco, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #10 Involvement in Research During Medical Training

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 22:00


    Research is critical to improving patient care and understanding musculoskeletal conditions. It is also an important component of professional development for orthopaedic surgeons looking to contribute to the field and advance their careers in an increasingly competitive environment. In this episode, a research fellow and recently graduated medical student discuss aspects of research during medical training including finding mentors, being successful with projects and limited time, as well as applying the experience and knowledge learned to patient care. AAOS Research Roadmap: https://aaos.org/quality/research-resources/research-roadmap---desktop/ Contact for the AAOS Resident Assembly: residentassembly@aaos.org Guest 1: Fares Ani, MD, Research Fellow, NYU Langone Health Guest 2: Luis Salazar, MD, PGY-1, Rush University Medical Center Host: Daniel Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #9 Influencer Series Part 2: Advocating for Better Care -- Dr. Andrew Gurman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 16:38


    An orthopaedic surgeon who became vice speaker of the Pennsylvania House and then AMA president, Andrew Gurman, MD, FAAOS, strongly believes that physician advocacy is a professional responsibility. Through his leadership roles, Dr. Gurman has pushed for better, more affordable care for patients across the country, affecting far more people than he would ever see one-on-one. Dr. Gurman, as the 2022 AAOS Tipton Leadership Award winner, shares the lessons he's learned about embracing opportunities and stepping up to responsibility, as well as how to start a conversation with your local representative.  Learn more about getting involved in advocacy: aaos.org/advocacy Guest: Andrew W. Gurman, MD, FAAOS, 2022 Tipton Leadership Award winner  Host: Daniel J. Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #8 Influencer Series Part 1: Giving Back to Student Athletes -- Dr. Keith Feder, 2022 AAOS Humanitarian Award winner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 21:00


    An athlete who became an orthopaedic surgeon, Keith Feder, MD, FAAOS, recognized during his residency the gap in orthopaedic care for high school student athletes in underserved communities. Practicing in California, he offered free sports medicine care to student athletes at inner city schools before he founded the West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation in 1994. Dr. Feder, as the 2022 AAOS Humanitarian Award winner, shares the programs and philosophy his foundation follows to help more than 13,000 student athletes each year.  Guest: Keith S. Feder, MD, FAAOS, 2022 AAOS Humanitarian Award winner Host: Liana J. Tedesco, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly 

    #7 Introducing our New Hosts and Resident Assembly Initiatives in 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 15:35


    In his final episode as host, Dr. Austin Beason introduces the new co-hosts of the Career Podcast-- new AAOS Resident Assembly chair Dr. Liana Tedesco and vice-chair Dr. Daniel Cognetti. Together they talk about some exciting initiatives coming to the Resident Assembly (RA) this year and the value of getting involved now! The RA is an advisory body to the AAOS on issues of importance to orthopaedic residents and empowers residents to embrace their roles as patient advocates and life-long learners.  This episode was recorded live at the AAOS Annual Meeting in Chicago, which took place from March 222-26.  Contact the Resident Assembly: residentassembly@aaos.org Learn more about getting involved with the Resident Assembly: https://www.aaos.org/membership/aaos-volunteer-opportunities/the-aaos-resident-assembly/ Guests: Liana J. Tedesco, MD, Chair AAOS Resident Assembly and Daniel Cognetti, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Host: Austin M. Beason, MD, Past Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #6 Becoming a Leader Through the Academy's ALI

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 16:49


    This episode, featuring AAOS Past President Joseph A. Bosco III, MD, FAAOS, explains how leadership is tied to professional development and propelling one's career with a focus on the AAOS Leadership Institute (ALI). The exclusive program for AAOS members provides training, mentoring, and networking opportunities for acquiring and enhancing the key skills needed to succeed both as a volunteer leader at AAOS and in general as an orthopaedic surgeon. Dr. Bosco offers lessons learned from guiding AAOS through the COVID-19 pandemic and helpful advice for members with an eye on Academy leadership. Learn more about the AAOS Leadership Institute (ALI): https://www.aaos.org/about/governance-overview/aaos-leadership-institute/ Guest: Joseph A. Bosco III, MD, FAAOS, Past President, AAOS Host: Austin M. Beason, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #5 Exploring Personal Finance with The White Coat Investor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 26:23


    Financial literacy varies among orthopaedic surgeons in all stages of their career. They are often faced with significant student debt burden and may struggle to navigate the litany of financial advice.  Moreover, few training programs provide education on financial planning which can ultimately lead to poor personal financial decisions including a lack of savings or difficulty adjusting to a drastic salary increase post-training. In this episode, we are joined by James M. Dahle, MD, FACEP, a practicing emergency medicine physician and founder of The White Coat Investor for advice on personal finances, investing, and retirement planning for surgeons balancing residency training and early clinical practice. White Coat Investor: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/ Student Loan Advice.com: https://studentloanadvice.com/  Guest: James M. Dahle, MD, FACEP, Founder of The White Coat Investor Host: Austin M. Beason, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #4 Understanding ABOS Board Certification

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 21:42


    The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) is responsible for setting educational standards for orthopaedic residents as well as evaluating both the initial and continuing qualifications and competence of all orthopaedic surgeons. In this episode, ABOS Executive Medical Director David F. Martin, MD, FAAOS, discusses the evolving process of board-certification through the ABOS, its commitment to lifelong learning, and recent initiatives it has implemented to better connect with residents and their training programs. Contact the ABOS at ksb@abos.org ABOS information for residents: https://www.abos.org/residents/ Part I Examination Blueprint: https://www.abos.org/certification/part-i/blueprint/ ABOS Knowledge, Skills, and Behavior Program for orthopaedic resident education programs: https://www.abos.org/abosksb/ Maintenance of ABOS certification information: https://www.abos.org/moc/ ABOS certification verification for patients: https://mycertifiedorthopaedicsurgeon.org/ Guest: David F. Martin, MD, FAAOS, Executive Medical Director, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest School of Medicine Host: Austin Beason, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #3 Advancing Diversity and Inclusion Early in Orthopaedics

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 21:44


    Despite recent gains in gender, ethnic and cultural diversity, the orthopaedic community still remains relatively homogenous. Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society President Julie Samora, MD, FAAOS and J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society Liaison Angelo Rashard Dacus, MD, FAAOS explain the barriers to inclusion, the importance of increasing diversity early in training, as well as how sponsors and mentors can foster the next generation of compassionate orthopaedic surgeons. Learn more about AAOS and Diversity including its Diversity Advisory Board (DAB): https://www.aaos.org/about/diversity-in-orthopaedics/ Guests: Julie Samora, MD, FAAOS, President, Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society and Member, AAOS Diversity Advisory Board; A. Rashard Dacus, MD, FAAOS, Member, AAOS Diversity Advisory Board and liaison to J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society Host: Austin Beason, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #2 Navigating Fellowship Decisions, Applications, and Interviews

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 26:59


    Pursuing a fellowship is one of the obvious and common ways for graduating orthopaedic residents to grow professionally. With most applications already submitted and the interview period just around the corner, BOS Fellowship Committee Chair Scott Steinmann, MD, FAAOS, and newly matched Fellow Jacquelyn Dunahoe, MD, discuss timely advice for navigating fellowship interview season, including how to be a competitive candidate, what to look for in a program, how to manage virtual interviews, as well as how to make a successful transition from residency. Learn more about postgraduate orthopaedic fellowships: https://www.aaos.org/quality/career-center/postgraduate-orthopaedic-fellowships/ Guests: Scott Steinmann, MD, FAAOS, Chair, AAOS BOS Fellowship Committee; Jacquelyn Dunahoe, MD, Vice Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly Host: Austin Beason, MD, Chair, AAOS Resident Assembly

    #1 Why Launch a Podcast on Professional Development?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 14:25


    What began as an idea to address the educational needs of residents, has now become an innovative platform for sharing small, digestible professional development lessons for any orthopaedic surgeon. The previous chair of the AAOS Resident Assembly, Cory Smith, MD, discusses the value of the spoken word for busy trainees, evolution of the AAOS Career podcast, and what is in store for future guests and episodes.

    Special Episode: Resident Involvement in Advocacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 21:11


    At the AAOS 2021 Annual Meeting, podcast host and Resident Assembly Chair Austin Beason, MD, recorded a live, on-site interview with Douglas Lundy, MD, MBA, FAAOS, who is Chair of the Advocacy Council and host of the AAOS Advocacy Podcast. They discussed the value of increasing resident engagement in advocacy, which is a key initiative of the Resident Assembly. Participating in advocacy action alerts, joining the PAC, or becoming involved with state orthopaedic societies are just some of the ways they describe in the episode.  Learn more about how residents can get involved: https://www.aaos.org/advocacy/get-involved/residents-advocacy/  Learn more about the Orthopaedic PAC: https://www.aaos.org/advocacy/pac/ Guest: Austin Beason, MD, Chair Resident Assembly  Host: Douglas Lundy, MD, MBA, FAAOS, Chair Advocacy Council

    Introducing the AAOS Career Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 1:06


    The AAOS Career Podcast covers professional development topics of interest to the musculoskeletal community, from financial literacy and research opportunities to surgical skills and networking. Conversations between early-career surgeons and experienced attendings offer practical tools for guided growth in the specialty. Part of “The Bone Beat” orthopaedic podcast channel.

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