The MSK Minute

In Episode 39 of The MSK Minute, I review my approach to managing knee osteoarthritis from presentation up to the decision for total knee arthroplasty.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local qualified provider.

In Episode 38 of The MSK Minute, I review pediatric calcaneal apophysitis, better known as Sever's disease, including what it is, how to diagnosis it, and how to treat it!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to my Calcaneal Apophysitis Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In this episode 37 of The MSK Minute, I sit down and have conversation with Betsy Melcher, MHS, PA-C, ATC.  We chat about her transition from a full-time clinical primary care physician assistant into the world of academia with her alma mater PA program, and her role and work since.  If you did not catch Part 1 of our conversation, please check it out at basicsorortho.com or on your podcast platform of choice.  I trust that you will enjoy out conversation and learn from Betsy's path from one healthcare career to another.  If you enjoy the podcast, please hit the subscribe button and leave a review in Apple Podcasts.  I would be greatly appreciative!If you'd like to learn more about the athletic training profession, click the link to take you to the National Athletic Trainer's Association website.If you'd like to learn more about the physician assistant profession, click the link to take you to the American Academy of Physician Assistants website.Click the link if you'd like to learn more about the Duke University Physician Assistant Program.Click the link to learn more about becoming a physician assistant educator at the Physician Assistant Educators Association website.

In this episode 36 of The MSK Minute, I sit down and have conversation with Betsy Melcher, MHS, PA-C, ATC.  We chat about her entry into healthcare as an athletic training student at North Carolina State University, becoming a certified athletic trainer (ATC), and her decision to further her medical scope by entering the Duke University Physician Assistant Program to become a physician assistant.    I trust that you will enjoy out conversation and learn from Betsy's path from one healthcare career to another.  If you enjoy the podcast, please hit the subscribe button and leave a review in Apple Podcasts.  I would be greatly appreciative!If you'd like to learn more about the athletic training profession, click the link to take you to the National Athletic Trainer's Association website.If you'd like to learn more about the physician assistant profession, click the link to take you to the American Academy of Physician Assistants website.Click the link if you'd like to learn more about the Duke University Physician Assistant Program.Click the link to learn more about becoming a physician assistant educator at the Physician Assistant Educators Association website.

In Episode 35 of The MSK Minute, I review plantar fasciitis, posterior tibial tendonitis, and Achilles tendonitis; three common foot and ankle maladies that can be associated with a trip to Walt Disney World, or any other theme park for that matter.   I'll include what they are, how to recognize, and how to treat them!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local qualified provider.

In this Episode 34 of The MSK Minute, I continue the conversation, from Part 1, with Senthil Radhakrishnan, PA-C.  Throughout both episodes, we discuss his beginnings in India, growing up in a family of ten generations of medical practitioners, his prior career as a physical therapist (physiotherapist), immigrating to the US and becoming a physician assistant.  Not only that, but his rise through the ranks at Duke University Medical Center to become Administrative Chief PA in Neurosurgery under the renowned neurosurgeon Allan Friedman, MD and Director of the Duke University Surgical Residency Program for PAs.  Oh yeah, he also completed his maiden novel, "I Have No Earthly Idea" in 2019.       I had an absolute blast, sitting down with the man known as "The Mayor of Duke", and I know you will enjoy listening to and learning from our conversation.   You can find his book through the links belowhttps://www.skradhakrishnan.comor on Amazon athttps://www.amazon.com/I-Have-No-Earthly-Idea/dp/1733659692Should you desire more information about the Duke PA Surgical Residency Program, you can click the link below https://surgery.duke.edu/education-and-training/residency-programs/physician-assistant-surgicalor email Senthil at the address senthil.radhakrishnan@duke.eduEpisode is Scheduled

In this Episode 33 of The MSK Minute, I sit down for a wonderful conversation with Senthil Radhakrishnan, PA-C.  We discuss his beginnings in India, growing up in a family of ten generations of medical practitioners, his prior career as a physical therapist (physiotherapist), immigrating to the US and becoming a physician assistant.  Not only that, but his rise through the ranks at Duke University Medical Center to become Administrative Chief PA in Neurosurgery under the renowned neurosurgeon Allan Friedman, MD and Director of the Duke University Surgical Residency Program for PAs.  Oh yeah, he also completed his maiden novel, "I Have No Earthly Idea" in 2019.       I had an absolute blast, sitting down with the man known as "The Mayor of Duke", and I know you will enjoy listening to and learning from our conversation.   Look for Part 2, soon.You can find his book through the links belowhttps://www.skradhakrishnan.comor on Amazon athttps://www.amazon.com/I-Have-No-Earthly-Idea/dp/1733659692Should you desire more information about the Duke PA Surgical Residency Program, you can click the link below https://surgery.duke.edu/education-and-training/residency-programs/physician-assistant-surgicalor email Senthil at the address senthil.radhakrishnan@duke.edu

In Episode 32 of The MSK Minute, I discuss a few "red flag" sources of hip pain in the adult.  This is the fourth and final installment in the series on developing a location-based differential diagnosis for hip pain in the adult.  In case you missed it, the previous episodes reviewed anterior, lateral, and posterior hip pain sources.  You can check that out in the episodes lineup.  This could potentially be quite useful with the uptick in the number of telemedicine visits due to COVID-19.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 31 of The MSK Minute, I discuss development of a differential diagnosis for posterior hip pain in the adult.  This is the third installment in the series on developing a location-based differential diagnosis for hip pain in the adult.  In case you missed it, the previous episodes reviewed anterior and lateral hip pain sources.  You can check that out in the episodes lineup Episodes 29 and 30.  The future and final installment in this four part series will review sources  "red flag" sources of hip pain.  This could potentially be quite useful with the uptick in the number of telemedicine visits due to COVID-19.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 30 of The MSK Minute, I discuss development of a differential diagnosis for lateral hip pain in the adult.  This is the second installment in the series on developing a location-based differential diagnosis for hip pain in the adult.  In case you missed it, the previous episode reviewed anterior hip pain sources.  You can check that out in the episodes lineup Episode 29.  Future installments will review sources of posterior hip pain and emergent sources of hip pain.  This could potentially be quite useful with the uptick in the number of telemedicine visits due to COVID-19.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.Episode is Live

In Episode 29 of The MSK Minute, I discuss development of a differential diagnosis for anterior hip pain in the adult.  This is the first installment in the series on developing a location-based differential diagnosis for hip pain in the adult.  Future installments will review sources of lateral hip, pain, posterior hip pain, and emergent sources of hip pain.  This could potentially be quite useful with the uptick in the number of telemedicine visits due to COVID-19.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 28 of The MSK Minute, I review the common Mallet Finger injury, including what it is, how to diagnosis it, and how to treat it!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.The articles used for this podcast can be found by clicking this link to The MSK Minute Collection on READ by QxMD.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local qualified provider.

In Episode 27 of The MSK Minute, I review the bare bones basics of musculoskeletal X-Ray, including what views to order and what to look for in them!    Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Referenced in this episode:https://www.radiologymasterclass.co.uk/tutorials/musculoskeletal/principles/bones_joints_x-ray_startX-Ray Cheat Sheet Downloadhttps://b46d1346-e8ed-4888-b771-28834275dccd.filesusr.com/ugd/04f13a_009ebd07227d41c0a193a5c443c2fd66.pdf Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 26 of The MSK Minute, I review the infamous "Jones Fracture" of the fifth metatarsal, what it is, how to diagnosis it, and how to treat it!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Articles referenced in this episode:Jones R. I. Fracture of the Base of the Fifth Metatarsal Bone by Indirect Violence. Ann Surg. 1902 Jun;35(6):697-700.2. PMID: 17861128; PMCID: PMC1425723.Chuckpaiwong B, Queen RM, Easley ME, Nunley JA. Distinguishing Jones and proximal diaphyseal fractures of the fifth metatarsal. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2008 Aug;466(8):1966-70. doi: 10.1007/s11999-008-0222-7. Epub 2008 Mar 25. PMID: 18363075; PMCID: PMC2584274.Cheung CN, Lui TH. Proximal Fifth Metatarsal Fractures: Anatomy, Classification, Treatment and Complications. Arch Trauma Res. 2016 Jun 13;5(4):e33298. doi: 10.5812/atr.33298. PMID: 28144601; PMCID: PMC5251206.Wiener BD, Linder JF, Giattini JF. Treatment of fractures of the fifth metatarsal: a prospective study. Foot Ankle Int. 1997 May;18(5):267-9. doi: 10.1177/107110079701800504. PMID: 9167925.https://www.basicsofortho.com/ankle-and-footDisclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 25 of The MSK Minute, I review De Quervain's Tenosynovitis of the wrist, what it is, how to diagnosis it, and how to treat it!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 24 of The MSK Minute, I review shoulder impingement syndrome, what it is, how to diagnosis it, and how to treat it!  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 23 of The MSK Minute, I briefly review the Achilles tendon, the evaluation and treatment options when it ruptures.  Included is an except from the book "The Knife Man: Blood, Body Snatching, and the Birth of Modern Surgery" by Wendy Moore, about 18th century surgeon John Hunter who described rupturing and treating his own Achilles rupture.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 22 of The MSK Minute, I review my top 7 pieces of advice for second year physician assistant students before starting clinical rotations.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Link to McMaster University's "Orthopaedic Clinical Clerkship Guide" by Anne Dang, CCPA.https://mcmasterpa.weebly.com/orthopaedic-surgery.htmlPlease subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 21 of The MSK Minute, I review three common fractures associated with a fall on an outstretched hand or FOOSH injury, including distal radius, scaphoid, and radial head/neck fractures.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 20 of The MSK Minute, I review four common injuries associated with excessive inversion of the foot and ankle, including lateral ankle sprain, lateral malleolus fracture, mid foot sprain, and fifth metatarsal fracture.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 19 of The MSK Minute, I review the when's and why's of arthrocentesis, and answer when arthrocentesis can be used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 18 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I review the physical exam special tests for the Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  If you would like to get in touch, you can do so through the website or email me at jason@basicsofortho.com.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 17 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), review the physical exam special tests for the anterior cruciate ligament and discuss which is the best.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 16 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), review the physical exam of the rotator cuff.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 15 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), review the top 6 references that I have used throughout my career, and recommend to students that I precept and new physician assistants that I mentor.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Top 6 Orthopaedic References ListAAOS Essentials of Musculoskeletal Care, 5th Edition, AAOS, April Armstrong MDMiller's Review of Orthopaedics, 7th Edition, Mark Miller MD, Stephen Thompson MD​Magee's Orthopedic Assessment, 6th Edition, David Magee BPT, PhDPhysical Examination of the Spine and Extremities, Stanley Hoppenfeld MD​Campbell's Operative Orthopaedics, 13th Edition, 4 Volume Set, Fredrick Azar MDTarascon Pocket Orthopedica, 4th Edition, Damian Rispoli MDThis list can, also, be found in the blog article at basicsofortho.com.  Should you consider purchasing a text, it can be done through Amazon by clicking the link.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.Affiliate Disclosure:  If a purchase is made through the Amazon link, Basics of Ortho may receive a small affiliate fee.  The price of the purchase is not affected by this affiliate fee.

In Episode 14 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), review the natural physiologic changes of the spine associated with the aging process.  In later episode, other potential pathologic conditions caused by the aging process will be discussed.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.The content discussed in this podcast, may be better understood using visual aids.  These can be found in the blog article at basicsofortho.com.  Click here to go to article. Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 13 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), review basic cervical spine bony, ligamentous, muscular, and nerve anatomy.  This will be a good foundation for future episodes in which we will be discussing the cervical spine exam and specific conditions.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 12 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), discuss knee pain differential diagnosis based on pain location.  This could potentially be quite useful with the uptick in the number of telemedicine visits due to COVID-19.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 11 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), discuss how to become a PA in orthopaedics.  This is part 4 of a Q&A series based on the basicsofortho.com blog post, "Physician Assistants in Orthopaedics: What We Do and How to Become One".  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 10 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), discusses pros and cons of being a PA in orthopaedic specilty.  This is part 3 of a Q&A series based on the basicsofortho.com blog post, "Physician Assistants in Orthopaedics: What We Do and How to Become One".  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 9 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggin, discuss common roles filled and tasks performed by PA's in orthopaedic specilty.  This is part 2 of a Q&A series based on the basicsofortho.com blog post, "Physician Assistants in Orthopaedics: What We Do and How to Become One".  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 8 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), discuss common motivating factors that attract PA's into the orthopaedic specilty.  This is part 1 of a Q&A series based on the basicsofortho.com blog post, "Physician Assistants in Orthopaedics: What We Do and How to Become One".  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 7 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, I (physician assistant, Jason Coggins), discuss the medial and lateral menisci of the knee, including basic anatomy, function, injury, common presentations, and treatment.  Enjoy, and I trust that you will find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 6 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, physician assistant Jason Coggins, discusses the Posterior Cruciate ligament of the knee, including basic anatomy, function, injury, common presentations, and treatment.  Enjoy, and we trust that you with find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In Episode 5 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, physician assistant Jason Coggins, discusses the lateral collateral ligament of the knee, including basic anatomy, function, injury, common presentations, and treatment.  Enjoy, and we trust that you with find the information valuable.Please subscribe to the podcast and YouTube Channel, and join the Basics of Ortho community at www.basicsofortho.com.  The transcript from this podcast can be found on the website, as a blog post.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  If you require medical care, please see your local provider.

In this episode of The Musculoskeletal Minute, Jason Coggins PA-C describes the 5 basic steps to describing fractures to other providers and for documentation.  You can also read the blog article, which includes sketch drawings and a case sample, at the following basicsofortho.com link:https://www.basicsofortho.com/post/5-steps-for-describing-fractures-on-x-rayThank you, for reading or listening!  I appreciate you!

In Episode 3 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, physician assistant Jason Coggins, discusses the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee, including basic anatomy, function, injury, common presentations, and treatment.  Enjoy, and we trust that you with find the information valuable.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.It is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.  

In Episode 2 of The Musculoskeletal Minute, physician assistant Jason Coggins, discusses the medial collateral ligament of the knee, including basic anatomy, function, injury, common presentations, and treatment.  Enjoy, and we trust that you with find the information valuable.Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is based on Jason Coggins's experience managing orthopedic conditions over a 20 year career as an athletic trainer and physician assistant in orthopedics.

In this inaugural episode Jason reviews the basic bony anatomy of the knee as he does a sketch.