Podcasts about grafts

In our latest episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel sits down with Brian O'Connor, a Senior Engineer in the Technical Services department at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), to discuss lithium-ion batteries.

In this special episode of Girls with Grafts, hosts Amber Wilcox and Rachel Kudlak sit down for a light-hearted conversation!

In this episode of Clinical Unfiltered, Dr. Sausha chats with Dr. David Wong about his extensive experience in periodontics and the evolution of socket grafting techniques. They dive into the importance of quality in ridge preservation, the step-by-step process of extraction and grafting, and the role of materials and membranes. Dr. Wong also shares tips and resources for dental pros looking to up their socket grafting game!

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with Lee Hoff and Morgan Moore, the dynamic duo behind Morgan & Moore Non-Surgical Hair Replacement and Inclusive Crowns, to discuss their mission to provide hope, healing, and holistic support through cranial prostheses and hair loss solutions.

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with Dr. Victoria Miles to explore the fascinating and complex world of hypermetabolism—the body's heightened metabolic response after a burn injury.

In our latest episode of Girls with Grafts, we sit down with burn survivor, massage therapist, and instructor Jen Hartley to explore the transformative power of touch in scar healing. Jen opens up about her personal burn injury and how it led her to a career in massage therapy.

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In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Rachel and Amber sit down with Dr. Shaun Mendenhall, a board-certified hand and plastic surgeon specializing in pediatric burn care and reconstructive surgery.

In this powerful episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber and Rachel sit down with Crystal Raye, a self-inflicted burn survivor, to explore her incredible journey of healing and growth.

Welcome to the season six premiere of the Girls with Grafts podcast! This episode features an inspiring and heartfelt conversation with the incredible Danette Haag.

In our last episode of Season 6 of Girls with Grafts, Rachel and Amber sit down with Cat Eustace, a dedicated burn care professional and current Outpatient Burn Clinic Supervisor. We start our conversation by learning how Cat got involved in burn care and how her love for our community has developed over the years.

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, we're honored to sit down with Dr. Tam Pham, the Program Director at the University of Washington Medicine Regional Burn Center. Dr. Pham opens up about his personal journey when he sustained a burn as a young child. Rachel and Dr. Pham discuss the topic of imposter syndrome among some burn survivors and caregivers, highlighting that while we may not all have physical scars, we do all carry emotional ones.Dr. Pham also shares the critical role of aftercare and support services in helping survivors reclaim their lives and thrive beyond their injuries. He also reflects on his connection with Grace Athena Flott, a local artist, fellow survivor, and former patient, whose powerful artwork he proudly displays in their burn clinic. This episode is a moving tribute to the resilience of the burn community, the power of support, and the art of turning pain into purpose. Don't miss this inspiring and heartfelt conversation!  ⭐️ Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guest Dr. Tam Pham is a highly accomplished surgeon specializing in burn and trauma care, with extensive academic and clinical experience. Currently, he is a professor and director of the University of Washington Medicine Regional Burn Center at Harborview Medical Center. A graduate of the University of California, Dr. Pham pursued rigorous postgraduate training, including a General Surgery residency, and fellowships in burn care and surgical critical care at the University of Washington. His academic contributions are significant, with numerous published research papers, including studies on critical care and telemedicine applications in burn care.Dr. Pham has also been honored with numerous awards and is dedicated to advancing burn care. He has volunteered internationally as well as holds board certifications and is a member of many professional organizations, including the American Burn Association. Links Watch Dr. Rob Cartotto's Girls with Grafts podcast episode on YouTube. Watch Grace Athena Flott's Girls with Grafts podcast episode on YouTube.Learn more about Grace's recent selection to create Governor Jay Inslee's official portrait.Learn more about Phoenix SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery).Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by the National Fire Sprinkler Association! NFSA aims to protect lives and property through the advancement of fire sprinklers. Learn more about fire sprinklers, fire advocacy, and how to get involved by visiting nfsa.org.  Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

SWEDEGRAFT – No-Touch Vein Grafts in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, host Rachel sits down with Raj Arora, CEO of Jensen Hughes, to delve into the inspiring new partnership between Jensen Hughes and the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Raj begins by sharing his professional journey in the fire engineering industry and what drew him to this critical field. He also recounts his impactful first connection with the Phoenix Society, including a transformative experience at the Phoenix World Burn Congress, and how everything fell into place to bring about this meaningful collaboration.Together, Rachel and Raj explore the shared mission of both organizations: to support burn survivors and promote a safer, more resilient world. They discuss the tangible ways this partnership aims to advance fire prevention and safety standards, as well as the powerful role community plays in recovery and empowerment.Tune in to hear how Jensen Hughes and the Phoenix Society are coming together to make a lasting difference for burn survivors and set a new standard for fire safety!  ⭐️ Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guest As CEO of Jensen Hughes, a global market leader, Raj Arora guides the company's rapid expansion while ensuring a steadfast commitment to technical excellence and exceptional client service. Through his leadership, he has transformed the company culture, helping to accelerate growth and inspire its 1,700+ engineers, consultants, data scientists and functional experts to develop and deliver innovative solutions that make our world safe, secure and resilient. Throughout his two decades in the fire, security and risk engineering industry, Raj has built a reputation as a skilled engineer and a strategic business leader with a passion for fostering a positive organizational culture. Earlier in his career, Raj held leadership positions as Vice President and General Manager of Johnson Controls' $1 billion Fire Detection and Special Hazard Product division, headquartered in Switzerland. As an equity partner at Arora Engineers, he helped catapult the firm from a small operation to an industry leader in MEP Engineering within the aviation and rail industries.Raj is a licensed Professional Engineer and holds a Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland. Over the course of his career, he's received multiple awards, including Consulting-Specifying Engineer's Top 40 Under 40 honor and Early Career and Distinguished Alumni awards from his alma mater. Moreover, he was recognized at Tyco with prestigious performance awards for accountability, teamwork and technical acumen. He currently serves as a board director for the National Fire Protection Association.Links Visit Jensen Hughes website.Follow Jensen Hughes on LinkedIn.Sign up for Phoenix Society's newsletter. Watch the “Healing Power of Comedy.”Watch Danny Gropper's Girls with Grafts episode on YouTube.Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by Jensen Hughes! Jensen Hughes has been a global leader in fire protection engineering since 1939. Their diverse team of more than 1,700 engineers, scientists, and consultants tackles complex risk, safety, and security challenges, helping clients protect lives, property, and reputations. Together, they blend expert knowledge, innovative solutions, and cutting-edge research to make the world safe, secure, and resilient. Learn more by visiting www.jensenhughes.com. Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

It's World Burns Week, and today's podcast episode features a special takeover by Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors' CEO, Amy Acton! Amy, who has been actively representing the organization on the World Burns Week steering committee, welcomes two incredible guests from Nigeria: Dr. Onuh and Patience. Dr. Onuh is a passionate and skilled surgeon dedicated to advancing burn care, while Patience is a courageous burn survivor eager to share her story.World Burns Week envisions a future where burns are prevented and everyone—no matter their location, income, gender, age, or ability—has access to timely and effective care. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Onuh and Patience discuss the realities of burn care in Nigeria and survivors' unique challenges in achieving equitable treatment. As a special surprise, Patience's role model, Kechi, joins the conversation, creating a heartfelt and unforgettable moment.Listen in today to learn more about World Burns Week and discover ways to get involved in the global movement to reduce inequality in burn care and support survivors worldwide!  Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guests Dr. Onuh is a dedicated burn, plastic, and reconstructive surgeon from Nigeria with a passion for burn care. She advocates for multidisciplinary burn care and is actively involved in managing burn patients. Dr. Onuh is also committed to research, education, and prevention to reduce the burden of burns in her country. Through her work, she aims to improve outcomes for burn patients, burn survivors and advance the field of burn care. Patience is also from Nigeria and sustained a burn injury not that long ago.Links Learn more about World Burns Week.Watch our latest Girls with Grafts episode featuring Kechi!Sign up for Phoenix Society's newsletter. Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

#AskDrJohnWatts Patients frequently raise various questions about baldness, hair grafts, hair loss, hair transplant procedures, and medical treatments for hair loss, including Dr John Watts' followers. They inundate his popular YouTube channel with queries on these hair-related issues.

Dr. Jay Calvert & Dr. Millicent Rovelo discuss Rib Grafts for Rhinoplasty! The docs discuss why you would use a rib graft in a rhinoplasty, and what the options are!--Dr. Jay Calvert & Dr. Millicent Rovelo are Board Certified Plastic Surgeons located in Beverly Hills, California!Dr. Jay Calvert - drcalvert.com@DrJayCalvertDr. Millicent Rovelo - roveloplasticsurgery.com@RoveloPlasticSurgeryFollow the Podcast on Instagram - @BeverlyHillsPlasticSurgeryPod

In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber, and Rachel are joined by the incredible Ingrid Parry, a passionate physical therapist and rehabilitation researcher with years of experience supporting burn survivors on their recovery journey. Ingrid's unique perspective, gained from her extensive research and leadership roles, adds a valuable dimension to our discussion. Together, we explore physical therapy's vital role in burn recovery, the importance of exercise and movement, and the benefits of yoga. Ingrid also shares insights from her numerous research projects, her work with Cutaneous Functional Units (CFUs), and her time as president of the American Burn Association (ABA). Tune in for practical insights, inspiration, and tips on integrating movement into your burn recovery!   ⭐️ Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guest Ingrid Parry MS, PT, BT-C, PhD candidate, is a Physical Therapist and a Rehabilitation Researcher at Shriners Hospitals for Children, Northern California, and the University of California, Davis. She has worked in burn care for 29 years. Her study interests are diverse within burn rehabilitation and include facial scar management, cutaneous functional units, burn scar contracture, pediatric burn rehabilitation, and early exercise with burn survivors. In 2022-23, she was named president of the American Burn Association as the first non-surgeon to lead the organization.  She has published over 53 peer-reviewed publications and volunteers extensively with various domestic and international burn organizations. She is presently working on her Ph.D. at the University of California, Davis, School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership with a focus on using cutaneous functional units to predict contracture risk.  In her free time, Ingrid enjoys yoga, dancing, paddleboarding and loves to travel with her husband and three sons.   Links Read “The Miracle of Yoga for Burn Survivors”Learn more and Ingrid Parry and her role with ABA Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by Buses by the Beach! Buses by the Beach is a group of VW bus lovers, based in West Michigan. They camp, host events, and raise funds for Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Learn more about them and save the dates for their 2025 events by visiting https://busesbythebeach.org/.  Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. 

We're kicking off Season 5 of Girls with Grafts with a fun Q&A with your hosts, Rachel Kudlak and Amber Wilcox! Rachel and Amber start today's podcast by sharing their burn survivor stories, how they're doing now, and how they got connected with Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. They also chat about their love of reality TV before running through ten rapid-fire questions. Whether you are an OG listener or a new fan, you're bound to learn something new about the girls behind Girls with Grafts!   Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guests Amber Wilcox is a burn survivor, yoga instructor, and marketing professional from Ormond Beach, Florida. After her kitchen accident in 2020, Amber faced burns on 20% of her body from a hot caramel spill. After two skin graft surgeries from Orlando Regional Burn Center, Amber experienced hypertrophic scarring and underwent a series of laser burn surgeries at Tampa General Hospital. As the Solutions Marketing Manager at United Rentals, Amber helps drive the company's growth by operationalizing the experience throughout the customer lifecycle; from prospect to delight. When not marketing, Amber enjoys volunteering for Phoenix Society as a Phoenix SOAR Peer Supporter, teaching yoga for Kula for Karma supporting youth in Florida detention centers, or providing free yoga for peers on her website, yogaamber.com.Rachel Kudlak is a burn survivor and marketing professional residing in Charleston, South Carolina. As the Marketing Lead, Rachel manages and executes Phoenix Society's marketing and digital strategies. She develops online marketing tactics, creates dynamic content, and maintains consistent engagement across online platforms. Before joining Phoenix Society's team, Rachel served as the Marketing and Communications Phoenix Fellow and worked in the SEO/ORM industry. When not working, Rachel enjoys going on walks with her dog Remy, trying a new recipe, or binge-watching reality tv.Links Catch up on Girls with Grafts on YouTubeSign up for Phoenix Society's monthly newsletterWatch “Advocating for the Burn Survivor Patient” Watch “Parenting After a Burn Injury: Brittney & Henley Horton”Watch “The Latest Trends in Burn Care with Burn Surgeon and Survivor Dr. Jason Heard”Follow Amber on InstagramSign up for Phoenix Society's support groupPodcast Sponsor Ad: Today's podcast is powered by Gropper & Nejat! Gropper & Nejat is a personal injury firm with offices in New York and New Jersey. They take pride in fighting to achieve the best results for those who have suffered fractures, surgeries, amputations, severe burns and other injuries.Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

In the previous episode, we briefly touched on the wonder of fat grafting in preventing scarring when used in eye surgeries. Today, we dive even deeper, with the help of the Oculoplastic Surgeon, Dr. Brian Willoughby. Dr. Willoughby begins by walking us through his professional history, current practice setup, and the relationships he has with neighboring colleagues in Denver, Colorado. Then, we explore his recent fat grafting exploits, the common traumas that he encounters at work, and the procedures that follow for each ailment. To end, Dr. Willoughby shares some important advice for medical residents who worry about the future and we discover how having mechanical skills outside of medicine can be beneficial for the practicing surgeon.Key Points From This Episode:Dr. Brian Willoughby's professional background and current practice setup. The working relationship that he has with colleagues in his community. A deep dive into his recent work in fat grafting.Other traumas that he encounters and the procedures that follow. Dr. Willoughby's advice to medical residents who are apprehensive about what comes next. Palm Beach, being a fixer, the Desmarres eyelid retractor, and Idiocracy.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Brian Willoughby — https://www.eyesandface.com/ Dr. Brian Willoughby on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-willoughby-0a36a945 Dr. Brian Willoughby Email — brian@eyesandface.com Dr. Aaron Liddell — coloradooralsurgery.com/meet-us/dr-aaron-t-liddell-md-dmd-facs/ Dr. Sydney Coleman — https://www.colemanlipostructure.com/ AAOP 2024 — https://aaop.org/2024-aaop-conference/ Season — https://www.amazon.com/Season-Inside-Americas-Richest-Society/dp/0060193913 Madness Under Royal Palms — amazon.com/Madness-Under-Royal-Palms-Behind/dp/1401310117 Idiocracy — https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0387808/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

In this episode, Dr. Rohrich discusses the uses of fresh frozen rib grafts in rhinoplasty procedures to help restore structure to the nose.

In our final episode of Season 4 of Girls with Grafts, Rachel and Amber are joined by survivor, actor, and author J.R. Martinez.  If you don't know J.R., you'll learn quickly that he is full of energy and living his best life post-burn injury – but that doesn't mean he hasn't had challenges along the way. As humans, we often underestimate our potential, see limitations, and settle for less than we truly deserve. But setting daily intentions is a powerful tool that allows you to shift your focus from doubt to your inherent abilities, empowering you to believe in yourself and strive for more.In this episode, we have a candid conversation with J.R. Martinez about his journey of living life with intent after a burn injury. We delve into his experiences with the grieving process, his journey to feeling confident and comfortable in his new skin, and the common concerns burn survivors face. We also touch on the pros and cons of ongoing medical procedures and the importance of decompressing and living in the moment. Living with intent is not about grand gestures but the consistent effort to achieve something greater each day, even if it's just a tiny step. This approach can lead to significant personal growth and transformation, offering hope and encouragement on your journey. Meet Our Guest J.R. Martinez is an Army veteran, burn survivor, actor, motivational speaker, New York Times best-selling author, Dancing with the Stars season 13 winner, and former Phoenix World Burn Congress emcee. J.R has traveled the world speaking with troops at various bases, as well as serving as keynote speaker for numerous major corporate events, non-profits, universities and Fortune 500 companies. J.R. devotes himself to spreading his message of resilience and optimism.   Links Create your Friends of Phoenix Fundraising page to help generate support for our mission.Join our Summer Webinar Series to hear from esteemed experts in their respective field.Learn more and stay connected with J.R. Martinez.Watch J.R. Martinez's first appearance on Girls with Grafts on Youtube. Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by YOU! Phoenix Society is 67% funded by donor support – that means we can't do this work without our community. We just launched a Friends of Phoenix Campaign and encourage you to help generate additional support for our mission by creating your own fundraising page. You can learn more at www.phoenix-society.org/friends.   Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

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We've all heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but have you heard of post-traumatic growth? Post-traumatic growth is all about the positive transformations people can undergo after experiencing trauma. During this episode of Girls with Grafts, we hear from Christopher Gage, a burn survivor, and his caregiver and wife, Holly, on how post-traumatic growth impacted their healing journeys. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at Chris and Holly's Healing Phoenix Arts Program, designed to provide a post-traumatic growth experience by introducing a new perspective on healing from a traumatic event. Through the dynamic and engaging program, Chris and Holly help survivors recognize the progress they have made towards their future and healing.Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guests Holly Gage is the creator and instructor of the Warrior Scar Jewelry workshops and co-founder of the Healing Phoenix Arts Program. Holly is a world-renowned jewelry artist and has instructed students of all ages and abilities with a soulful brend of creating during in-person workshops, interactive online classes, and retreats worldwide for almost 25 years. After her husband and son were involved in an explosion and fire in 2018, she became trained to support burn survivors and their families through the Phoenix SOAR program and certified in the Post Traumatic Growth program from the Boulder Crest Foundation. Together with her husband, Christopher Gage, they combine art with discussion as a healing modality for a Post Traumatic Growth experience.Christopher Gage is the Group Discussion Facilitator of the Warrior Scar Jewelry Workshop and Co-Founder of the Healing Phoenix Arts Program. Christopher is a burn survivor whose recovery experience from his accident in 2018 is the number one event that has driven him to his current line of work. The explosion, fire, and destruction of his mobile restaurant has completely reshaped Christopher's life for the better, in a positive way, resulting from working through the Post Traumatic Growth (PTG) process. Christopher learned there is a teaching component to PTG, and he has a need to give hope to those who have suffered trauma. Christopher is peer support trained and certified in Burn Survivor and PTG. Christopher speaks about PTG and is the author of a book detailing his journey to come later this year. Links Learn more about the Healing Phoenix Arts ProgramLearn more about the Warrior Scar WorkshopRead Holly's testimonial of Phoenix World Burn Congress 2023Learn more about Phoenix SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery) Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by the Pritzker Hageman Law Firm! The Pritzker Hageman burn injury legal team helps burn survivors and their loved ones pursue compensation and justice throughout the United States. Learn more more at: LegalJourney.guide Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

In this inspiring episode of Girls with Grafts, Diana Tenney-Laperriere shares her story of survival. In 2010, one surprisingly warm early spring day turned into tragedy when Diana was burned over 90% of her body. At the age of 54, Diana was given less than a one percent chance to live. More than 400 days later, Diana returned home. Years and countless surgeries later, Diana and her husband, Jerry, found a new calling to advocate and support burn survivors nationwide. In this episode, we talk with Diana about her struggle with alcoholism, how she and Jerry navigated their relationship post-accident, the importance of physical fitness in recovery, and how to advocate for yourself and loved ones. Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!  Meet Our Guest In 2010 at the age of 54, Diana Tenney-Laperriere was burned 94% of her body, which consisted of mostly third degree burns. Dianna spent over a year recovering from her injury in the hospital and then went on to have reconstructive surgeries for the next seven years.She has spent most of the last 10+ years working with other burn survivors and medical researchers. She is the past president, secretary, and treasures of Burn Survivors of New England, co-coordinator of Knowledge Translation for the Boston-Harvard Burn Model Systems, trained Phoenix Society peer supporter, previous speaker with the American Burn Association, former Wellness Room Leader at Phoenix World Burn Congress, and so much more. She is extremely active in burn research and advocacy. Diana has also been sober for many years and is active in AA. Dianna married her sweetheart, Jerry, in 2023 and has currently relocated with her husband, dog Barney, and cat Pebbles, to Tennessee to help care for her mother. Additionally, Diana is very physically active and participates in ZUMBA and yoga. Links Get Your Copy of God Never MovedInformation about Alcoholics AnonymousBurn Survivors of New EnglandBoston-Harvard Burn Model SystemsVolunteer for Phoenix SOAR with Phoenix Society Research Opportunities with Phoenix SocietyBecome a Phoenix AdvocatePodcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by Solvita (formerly Community Blood Center/Community Tissue Services). Solvita comes from “sol” meaning sun and “vita” meaning life. As sunlight nurtures new life, Solvita takes the donor gift and transforms it into new hope, bringing the light of healing to patients through blood donations and  tissue transplants. Learn more about them here: https://solvita.org/  Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

The Cochrane Collaboration has published more than 30 reviews on interventions for patients with pelvic organ prolapse. Of these, a series of 6 systematic reviews specifically relating to surgical management were first published in 2016. These are currently being updated, with the update for one, on transvaginal mesh or grafts in transvaginal prolapse surgery being published in March 2024. In this podcast, one of the co-authors, Professor Christopher Maher speaks with lead author, Dr Ellen Yeung, a consultant urogynaecologist who works in Brisbane, Australia about the latest findings.

The Cochrane Collaboration has published more than 30 reviews on interventions for patients with pelvic organ prolapse. Of these, a series of 6 systematic reviews specifically relating to surgical management were first published in 2016. These are currently being updated, with the update for one, on transvaginal mesh or grafts in transvaginal prolapse surgery being published in March 2024. In this podcast, one of the co-authors, Professor Christopher Maher speaks with lead author, Dr Ellen Yeung, a consultant urogynaecologist who works in Brisbane, Australia about the latest findings.

Retired Occupational Therapist and dedicated burn survivor ally, Barbara-Anne Hodge joined today's episode of Girls with Grafts! We talk with Barb about her experience working on the burn unit for over 25 years and what led her to help establish the Mamingwey Burn Survivor Society. Although retired, her work with the burn community has not slowed down! Barb is now a dedicated volunteer, ally, and supporter to burn survivors around the world. Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!  Meet Our Guest Barbara-Anne Hodge is a retired Occupational Therapist who worked for over 25 years on the Burn Unit at the HSC Hospital in Winnipeg, MB. In the course of her work, she came to know many burn survivors who were dealing with changes to their appearance and to their daily lives due to the burn injuries long after they left the hospital. To address these needs and alongside other Burn Unit staff, she helped establish the Mamingwey Burn Survivor Society in Manitoba in 2003. Today, this organization is known as the Mamingwey Burn Society Inc, and she continues in the role of Board Chair.Barbara-Anne is also a member of the Canadian Burn Survivors Community and is the Secretary of the Board at the Canadian Skin Patient Alliance. She is a past board member of the Firefighters' Burn Fund Inc. in Manitoba. She is now retired from hospital work and enjoys time spent with burn survivors and others as a volunteer through these various organizations. She is mom to 4 grown kids and a grandmother to 2, and spends as much time as possible with her family.Links Learn more about the Mamingwey Burn Survivor SocietyGet connected with the Canadian Burn Survivors CommunitySign up for the Go For the Burn Run 2024Explore the Canadian Burn Survivors Community's Calendar of EventsJoin Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors' weekly Peer Support ChatWatch Girls with Grafts on YouTube!  Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by Johnson Controls! Johnson Controls is a global leader in fire safety and suppression technologies, helping to save lives and protect people around the world. Learn more about Johnson Controls by visiting their website: https://www.johnsoncontrols.com. Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

It's true: laughter is strong medicine.Scientific studies have shown a direct correlation between humor and the diminishment of pain. In addition to easing tension and comforting others, comedy and laughter have been shown to help in various medical and psychological ways, including combatting fear, reducing stress, and even boosting the immune system. In this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber and Rachel are joined by burn survivor and quad amputee, Dan Gropper. Dan shares how humor and comedy has impacted his healing journey, shares his experience relearning how to walk, drive, and complete everyday activities after losing all four limbs, and how to keep a positive outlook on life. Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!   Meet Our Guest Dan Gropper is a burn survivor and quad amputee since December of 1989.  He's a  peer supporter for fellow survivors, speaks and gives demonstrations to PT and OT students as well as doctors. Dan sits on the Nassau County advisory board to help improve the lives of the physically challenged.  He loves to travel, exercise, box, and plays golf, go to concerts and games.Links Read: Reflecting on My Experience at Phoenix World Burn Congress 2023Watch: The Healing Power of ComedyWatch: The Healing Power of Laughter Read: Joshua Gropper: Attorney, Advocate, AllyListen: Celebrating NFPA®'s Fire Prevention Week™ with Telgian's Pamela RenoPodcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by Gropper & Nejat. For over 25 years, the team at Gropper & Nejat have helped individuals who have suffered fractures, surgeries, amputations, severe burns and other injuries get the financial reparations they deserve. If you are local to the New York, New Jersey, or PA areas, contact them today for a free evaluation of your case! https://www.groppernejat.com Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

In this episode, host Dr. Chris Beck interviews Dr. Jason Wagner about his experience with using the Hemodialysis Reliable Outflow (HeRO) graft and the Surfacer system for treating patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) and limited vascular access options. Dr. Wagner is a practicing vascular surgeon in Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Wagner explains the steps to implant a HeRO endovascular graft, how it provides a durable and reliable outflow for hemodialysis patients, and how it can be used and revised based on the patient's needs. He also discusses the Surfacer system in obtaining central venous access, its advantages, and the necessity of preoperative imaging. Dr. Wagner emphasizes the critical role of continued learning in utilizing and optimizing these advanced dialysis solutions. The suggestions and other information, which may include Merit products, are for the practitioner's convenience and for general information purposes only. This information does not constitute medical or legal advice. Before using, refer to the Instructions for Use (IFU) for indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, and directions for use. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Merit HeRO Graft https://www.merit.com/product/merit-hero-graft/ --- SHOW NOTES 00:00 - Introduction 02:25 - Dr. Wagner's Experience in Vascular Surgery 05:49 - Understanding End-Stage Vascular Access 08:52 - Introduction to the HeRO Graft 16:15 - Implantation of the HeRO Graft 28:38 - The Surfacer: A Game Changer in Vascular Access 31:49 - Potential Risks and Precautions with the Surfacer 33:38 - Using Both HeRO Graft and Surfacer 36:31 - Final Thoughts and Resources on Both Devices --- RESOURCES Think Dialysis Access Course from Merit: https://www.merit.com/education/courses/thinkaccess/ HeRO Graft: Indications, Technique, Outcomes, and Secondary Intervention: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8856774/ KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Vascular Access: 2019 Update: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32778223/ The Surfacer: https://bluegrassvascular.com/surfacer-2/

We're kicking off season 4 of Girls with Grafts during National Burn Awareness Week! National Burn Awareness Week is hosted by the American Burn Association and this year's theme is spreading awareness about preventing flammable liquid burn injuries.  And who better to join us than the American Burn Association's president, Dr. Rob Cartotto! In this episode, Dr. Cartotto and Rachel discuss what it's like being a burn surgeon, common questions from burn survivors, and a behind-the-scenes look at burn care and research. Dr. Cartotto also shares his experience attending Phoenix World Burn Congress 2023 and what's ahead for the American Burn Association in 2024.  Enjoyed the show? Tell us by leaving a 5-star review and sharing on social media using hashtag #GirlsWithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! Meet Our Guest Dr. Rob Cartotto is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon and burn intensivist at the Ross Tilley Burn Centre in Toronto, Canada. He is a Professor in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgery, at the University of Toronto. He currently serves as the President of the American Burn Association. His research interests span the continuum of burn care and he has been particularly interested in burn shock resuscitation, lung injury and mechanical ventilation after burns, surgical techniques and outcomes for burns of the hands and face, and the development of clinical practice guidelines for burn care. Outside of work he prefers being at his cabin rather than the city, and he is an amateur artist and avid backcountry camper.  Links Learn more about the American Burn Association and National Burn Awareness Week. Register for the ABA Annual Meeting. Take our State of the Survivor Report survey (survey closes February 29, 2024). Review our 2022 State of the Survivor Report. Explore our Tools for Social Empowerment Whitepaper to learn how to handle questions, comments, and staring after a burn injury.  Explore other research opportunities.  Podcast Sponsor Today's podcast is powered by AlloSource! AlloSource is one of the largest human tissue providers, honoring tissue donors by creating innovative skin allografts to help burn surgeons heal patients. Learn more about AlloSource and their continuing education hours by visiting their Resource Marketplace Listing directly on Phoenix Society's website: https://resources.phoenix-society.org/resource-marketplace/allosource.  Sponsor Girls with Grafts  Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org.  

During this episode of Girls with Grafts, Amber Wilcox rejoins Rachel Kudlak for the final episode of Season Three. They begin the episode with a quick life update from Amber. The girls are then joined by CEO of Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, Amy Acton, who shares a recap of 2023 and what's ahead for the organization in 2024. Meet Our GuestAmy Acton is the Chief Executive Officer for Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, where she has served the organization for over 20 years. Amy is a burn survivor, former burn nurse, and leading advocate for the burn community. She has dedicated her career to promoting the expansion of burn recovery services and resources for burn survivors and their loved ones.Podcast SponsorToday's podcast is powered by Buses by the Beach! Buses by the Beach are a group of VW van lovers, and while they are based in the West Michigan area, they draw VW bus owners and their families from all over the USA and Canada. Since 2002, Buses by the Beach have combined our love of Volkswagen-style camping with raising money for the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Learn more about them here: https://busesbythebeach.org/ Sponsor Girls with Grafts Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! 

This week, meet a desperate man, one of many visitors of the infamous Grafting Street. *** Purchase Sonbol e-book or paperback. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts. Subscribe via Google Play. Support via Patreon Subscribe via Stitcher. Subscribe via RSS Feed. Check out the official Prose website. Follow on Instagram. Follow on Twitter. Like and Follow on Facebook

Navigating the hospital as a newly injured burn survivor can be overwhelming, and frightening, and leave many feeling like they have an extreme loss of control. The role a burn nurse plays in this journey is a critical component of a survivor's healing—both mentally and physically. The burn nurse often spends great lengths with survivors, spending time in countless dressing changes, helping them navigate pain management and much more. In this episode, we speak with Joey Lavallee, Family Nurse Practitioner, at the Warden Burn Center in Orlando, Florida, and former Trauma Burn Stepdown Unit nurse at Orlando Regional Medical Center. Joey shares his passion for caring for burn patients—that Amber, Girls with Grafts host, has witnessed first-hand as his patient during her 2020 hospital stay after her burn injury in Orlando, Florida. Girls with Grafts chats with Joey about his experience in the role that physical activity plays in burn recovery and asks for his advice for caregivers, fellow burn nurses, and survivors.About Joey Lavallee, APRNJoey Lavallee is a Family Nurse Practitioner working in the outpatient clinic at the Warden Burn Center at Orlando Health, in Orlando, FL with close to a decade of burn experience. He began his nursing career as a bedside nurse first in Orthopedics and then in the Trauma Burn Stepdown Unit at Orlando Regional Medical Center where his passion for burns flourished. He graduated with his BSN from the University of Texas at Arlington, then completed his MSN at the University of South Florida. As a nurse practitioner, he contributed to the development of a preoperative medicine clinic to improve the clinical outcomes of surgical patients. Recently he was able to fulfill his dream of caring for burn patients again, now on an outpatient basis. He is particularly interested in the long-term care of burns and getting patients back to an active lifestyle, promoting mental and physical wellness through rehab, exercise, and physical fitness. He is an Advanced Burn Life Support instructor (certified by the American Burn Association). When not at work he enjoys going on adventures with his wife and two young children, CrossFit, and cooking.Resources from the Show Resources for Physical Healing After a Burn InjuryWatch Phoenix Society and Orlando Health ‘Ask the Experts' Itching & Scar Management VideoChair Yoga Exercises for Burn SurvivorsLearn more about Phoenix Society for Burn Survivor's SOAR ProgramAccess Our FREE Online Burn Survivor ToolkitAbout LimbitlessAbout Orlando Health Warden Burn CenterFor more resources, visit us here.About The Bert Martin FoundationThe Bert Martin Foundation was established to assist those who help others and provide financial support for nonprofit organizations. We're honored to have the Bert Martin Foundation as a long-standing Phoenix Society Partner. Learn more at: https://bertmartinfoundation.org/ Sponsor Girls with Grafts Interested in becoming a sponsor of the show? Email us at info@phoenix-society.org. Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! 

This new clinician's guide from the BDJ and BDA provides detailed strategies, technical guides, and step-by-step instructions for the most advanced techniques used today to treat edentulous patients, including graftless solutions from Dr. Saj Jivraj, the founder of the Anacapa Dental Art Institute. Visit https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-32847-3 Anacapa Dental Art Institute City: Oxnard Address: 2821 N Ventura Rd Website https://www.anacapadental.com Phone +1-805-988-8985 Email saj.jivraj@gmail.com

The CDC has identified three more tuberculosis infections linked to recalled bone graft materials from Aziyo Biologics, bringing the total cases to 5, with one death. At least 36 more patients are being preemptively treated. Host Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with Lauren Gardner about the latest contamination concerns.

National Nurses Week is held each year beginning May 6th and ends 12th, during which Florence Nightingale's birthday occurs. Nightingale played an instrumental role in shaping the role of the modern-day nurse. Celebrated annually, this event honors nurses around the world who have made contributions to our lives. For the burn survivor, nurses have played a vital role in recovery, and shape the experiences that are faced in the burn unit. In this episode, we honor this special week by speaking with both a burn survivor and burn nurse, Brianna Blackwell. A burn survivor herself, Brianna shares with us her real-life experiences as both a survivor and a nurse, answers commonly asked questions she gets from burn survivors in the unit, and joins Girls with Grafts as we thank and honor nurses around the world. About Brianna BlackwellBrianna Blackwell is a childhood burn survivor who has gleaned passion and purpose from adversity. Her tragedy at the age of three years old has turned into triumph in a life of service. Brianna graduated with honors from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her servant's heart leads her to travel to Africa twice to volunteer in a variety of healthcare settings. She currently works as a Registered Nurse at Eskenazi Health in Indianapolis, IN, working in Indiana's only verified adult burn center. With a special focus on holistic and psychosocial concepts, Brianna continues to work in many capacities to advocate for burn survivors. Outside of the healthcare world, Brianna is a former four-time national champion and two-time member of Team USA for the sport of baton twirling. She currently serves as President of the Indiana Baton Twirling Association helping to propel the sport into the next generation. About Brianna: https://www.phoenix-society.org/team/brianna-bolinger About Mallinckrodt PharmaceuticalsMallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals provides medicines to address unmet patient needs and helps improve people's lives. They also released their “Focused On Burn,” which was created to help continue advancing burn care based on input from healthcare professionals. Learn more at www.focusedonburn.com. Resources from the ShowRead articles about Brianna: Western HeraldDetroit NewsLearn More About National Nurses WeekInformation About Brianna's Project with Phoenix SocietyDiscovering Confidence As a Burn SurvivorAre you a hospital looking to contact Phoenix Society & Brianna about the psycho-social program discussed on the show? Email info@phoenix-society.org.Phoenix Society's Resource MarketplacePhoenix Society's Blog

Practicing self-care actively and being compassionate, resilient, or kind to yourself doesn't mean you are soft or weak. Besides, part of treating yourself well is being firm and holding yourself accountable.We all have a massive potential for positive change; we just need to find (or build) the right conditions for it.This week, I'm joined by Dr. Grant Brenner, a board-certified physician-psychiatrist, an entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and co-author of several books: "Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide from Intimacy," "Relationship Sanity: Creating and Maintaining Healthy Relationships," and the most recent, "Making Your Crazy Work For You: From Trauma and Isolation to Self-Acceptance and Love."Throughout our conversation, Dr. Grant talks about his upbringing and how growing up in a very intellectual environment enticed him to enjoy learning and constantly pursue self-development. He kindly shared tools he uses to motivate self-help readers and self-development seekers, like the GRAFTS assessment or the 40-20-40 model.Additionally, he explains how to nurture and cultivate healthy, resilient responses, how leaders can spot their professional blind spots, how to give and ask for feedback safely, and much more.Tune in and learn more about how to make your crazy work for you.Some Questions I Ask:Please, tell us about your background and the turning points in your life that led to where you are today (4:01)How do you use the GRAFTS assessment? (10:35)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What the GRAFTS assessment is (7:10)About Dr. Grant's books. A hybrid of self-help books and self-help workbooks (11:11)How we can use our trauma for good (16:12)Give yourself room to reflect. Become your best buddy (21:09)How to detect (and learn from) our professional blind spots as leaders (23:54)What does practicing deep self-care look like (31:19)Resources:Book: Mark Borg, Grant Brenner -Making Your Crazy Work for You: From Trauma and Isolation to Self-Acceptance and LoveConnect with Dr. Grant:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your Performance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode the boys Gab on the Gazette, Geriatrics, and Grafts. -Assume you are being recorded.-McCurtain County makes national headlines.-Ethics.-Everything is alleged.-Tyler is just a bad person.-Cool old people.-Bud light.-Duck Dynasty’s new duck caller. The Regrettable Podcast brought to you by Laura Lindly Attorney at Law.Check us out on social media, or send us... The post Episode 115: Allegedly first appeared on The Ouachita Podcasts.

In this bonus episode I talk with Rachel & Amber from the Girls with Grafts Podcast. They both work for The Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors and are survivors themselves. We talk about the services offered by the Phoenix Society, fire awareness, and life after skin grafts. Thank You Amber & Rachel for coming on the show. You can listen to their podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1AdCNpDbKQj2aqqDAwmeCg?si=95559c36f1c742f1 #adhd #adhdlife #adhdbrain #podcast #podcasting #podcastinglife #podcastersofinstagram #lifejourneys #peoplerock #burnsurvivor #burnsurvivors ** While I love podcasting it does come with monthly expenses. Your support enables me to pay for those expenses and have the funds available to replace and/or upgrade equipment as needed. If you would like to support me with a monthly donation, please follow the link below. Your support is greatly appreciated. ** You can sign up to support us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hyperfocuspods https://anchor.fm/john-robertson39/support My Social Media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/musngsofanaddmind/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/musingsofanaddmind/ My website: www.podpage.com/dashboard/musings-of-an-add-mind/ The Charities I Support: www.servicedogproject.org https://www.phoenix-society.org/ Email: musingsofanaddmind@gmail.com Intro Music: Purple Planet Music - Predator Outro Music: Scott Holmes Music - Come and Get It Breaking News Music by: FesliyanStudios.com ASCAP IPI 792929876, 792929974 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-robertson39/support

During today's episode, Dr. Ben Hechler joins us in conversation to unpack some of the most used tools in reconstruction and when to use them. Assistant Professor of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery and Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery at Duke University, Dr. Hechler has a gift for transferring knowledge in a way that is easy to understand. Tuning in, you'll get an overview of reconstruction options for patients who have had pathology removed, including why it is so important to determine your goal ahead of choosing an option. Dr. Hechler addresses some of the challenges often faced during the process, and goes into detail about the different flaps and their relevance for different patients. We hope that today's episode will motivate surgeons to further explore this side of oral maxillofacial surgery. Thanks for listening!Key Points From This Episode:Welcome to Dr. Ben Hechler, Assistant Professor of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery and Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery, Duke University Health System.Today's topic: reconstruction options for patients who have had pathology removed. Why defects in the maxillo usually involve a portion of the bone. Why it is so important to determine your goal before choosing an option.Challenges surrounding the mandible.Reconstruction for pathologic defects.Why the submental island flap has recently gained popularity.When titanium-only reconstruction in the mandible is most appropriate.Adhering to the adage of replacing life with life.A caveat to be aware of with regards to mucosa. Rotating nasolabial flaps to rotate into the mouth.Why Dr. Hechler recommends using the FAMM flap. Considering the size of the defect and the desires of the patient when selecting an approach.The challenge of creating continuity of the mandible with titanium-only reconstruction.Circumstances where you would consider doing a delayed reconstruction.Pitfalls to using VSP.Resources for reconstruction guidance. Why Dr. Hechler hasn't read much lately: he recently welcomed a new baby!Grant's two recommendations on Audible. Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/Duke Health – https://www.dukehealth.org/Head & Neck — https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10970347Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery — https://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/pages/default.aspxFlaps and Reconstructive Surgery — https://www.amazon.com/Flaps-Reconstructive-Surgery-Fu-Chan-FACS/dp/0323243223Spare — https://princeharrymemoir.com/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059KLS Martin promo code EOSExo22 — https://www.klsmartin.com/ 

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Known for the Season of Giving—the holidays provide an opportunity to celebrate the year and show appreciation for those around us. In this season of giving, we spend time with loved ones, shopping for that perfect gift, and taking time for gratitude during the season. On the heels of Black Friday—one of the busiest shopping days of the year comes Giving Tuesday—an opportunity for people worldwide to unite to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need. Giving Tuesday, held on November 29th, 2022, is a global generosity movement—that unleashes the power of radical generosity to transform communities and the world. Created in 2012, this day encourages people to do good—and has done just that for ten years! There are many ways to share your generosity on this day—and the Girls with Grafts team shares a few of the ways to do that with Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. Even in this time of economic uncertainty, we each have a deep reserve of generosity, which can be deployed in various ways on this special day, you can read a few in our resources below. In addition to discussing Giving Tuesday, Girls with Grafts joins together for a special episode sharing their personal experiences with their burn injuries while highlighting the work they do daily as Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors' Marketing team. To donate to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors & Girls with Grafts this Giving Tuesday, click here. There are many ways to support Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors this Giving Tuesday—but for those that choose to give a monetary donation, we invite you to read the information below. Your gift of $50 can provide personalized wellness services and support for two burn survivors through Phoenix Society's information and referral programs, reaching an average of 1,800 survivors every year. With your gift of $100, you can provide 30 patients with a copy of Journey Magazine, a free publication for the burn community provided to more than 75 hospitals with resources, stories, and updates directly delivered three times/year. Your gift of $250 can support one hour of Virtual Support Group. Virtual Support Group is a vital connection for burn survivors and loved ones located anywhere in the world. Every donation of $25 or more given between November 23, 2022 - November 30, 2022, will receive a 10% off coupon to Phoenix Society's online store. Resources from the Show Donate to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors on Giving TuesdayDownload the Latest Edition of Journey MagazineJoin us for the last Phoenix: Engage Session —Keep It Real ™ Leadership Development Workshop November 30 at 11 am ESTDownload the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors State of the (Burn) Survivor ReportSign the Petition for the Verizon Wireless & iSpot tv's Disturbing Christmas Tree Fire Video AdvertisementRead About Our Efforts for the Passage of Bill HB2417Participate in a Research StudyRate, Subscribe, and Review Phoenix Society's Girls with Grafts PodcastPhoenix Society's BlogView Our ResourcesPurchase Your Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors SwagLearn More About Phoenix World Burn CongressJoin Our Online Facebook Community Join our Monday Evening Virtual Support GroupParticipate in our Wednesday Evening Online Peer Support ChatsBecome a SOAR Peer Supporter or Inquire About Our Hospital ProgramOur Sponsor A special thank you to our Season One Sponsor, Pritzker Hageman. The Pritzker Hageman burn injury legal team helps burn survivors, and their loved ones pursue compensation and justice throughout the United States. If you have legal questions, the attorneys at Pritzker Hageman are ready to help. Find out more at LegalJourney.guide.  

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Today's fires burn hotter and faster in homes, with a rising number of home fire-related deaths. Nearly 2,500-3,000 deaths occur annually due to home fires, with new challenges in prevention arising in today's world. Join us as we talk with National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Vice President of Outreach and Advocacy, Lorraine Carli, and Executive Chairman and Board Member of Telgian Holdings, Inc.'s Russ Leavitt about 100 years of National Fire Prevention Week, fire prevention and advocacy, and quick tips to keep your home and family safe.   A special thank you to our Season One Sponsor, Pritzker Hageman. The Pritzker Hageman burn injury legal team helps burn survivors, and their loved ones pursue compensation and justice throughout the United States. If you have legal questions, the attorneys at Pritzker Hageman are ready to help. Find out more at LegalJourney.guide  Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors! Resources Shared on The Show:  Check out National Fire Prevention Week (Courtesy of NFPA) fact sheets, information, and how to start your campaign here.  Join Sparky for online fun with NFPA Kids.  Sign up for a Telgian Lunch and Learn, or learn more about Telgian here.  Donate to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, Host of Girls with Grafts.   Subscribe to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors.   

The journey for a burn survivor can be long and complicated, not only physically challenging but emotionally complex. Each week, your hosts, also two burn survivors, join as they talk with the burn community about prevention and advocacy and discuss their journeys to emotional and physical healing with survivors. The Girls with Grafts podcast, hosted by Amber Wilcox and Rachel Anderson, Phoenix Society's marketing team, is a Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors podcast for survivors, caregivers, hospital staff, and corporate partners within the community.   Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors is the leading connector for those affected by a burn injury, the primary resource for quality information and education, and the trusted authority for all in the burn community. The organization sees a future where the voice of the burn community unites across the globe to profoundly advance lifelong healing, optimal recovery, and burn prevention. Together, we want to ensure that no one facing the life-changing effects of a burn injury is forced to journey through healing alone.  A special thank you to our Season One Sponsor, Pritzker Hageman. The Pritzker Hageman burn injury legal team helps burn survivors, and their loved ones pursue compensation and justice throughout the United States. If you have legal questions, the attorneys at Pritzker Hageman are ready to help. Find out more at LegalJourney.guide  Enjoyed the show? Tell us on social media using the hashtag #GirlswithGrafts and tagging Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors!  Resources Shared on The Show:  Connect with the burn community on Facebook (burn survivors and loved ones only) Join our virtual support groups  Read our blog Subscribe to our newsletter or Journey Magazine  Donate to Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors Share your burn survivor story, or read others Check out our community calendar Become a Phoenix SOAR hospital, or become a Peer Supporter 

This week we delve into the world of bovine jugular vein grafts for the treatment of pulmonary valve dysfunction and the possible enhanced risk for infective endocarditis. How commonly are these valves affected by endocarditis and does placement at surgery in comparison to the cath lab confer a lower risk for this dreaded complication? What factor was most highly associated with the risk for endocarditis with a bovine jugular valve vein graft for PVR? A description from the team at Cincinnati Children's Hospital is on tap this week! https://doi.org/10.1177/21501351211065363

Whether you're having an FUT or a FUE procedure, once you remove your hair from your head, it is no longer physically connected to blood supply and nourishment. So the question is how do you keep the hair alive? In this brand new mini-podcast of Follicle Talk, Dr. Anil Shah will answer this question explaining how he maintains the hair “alive”. -- For more about hair transplantation for men and women, check out our website at: https://aestheticscalp.com/

Welcome to The Sports Docs Podcast with Dr. Catherine Logan and Dr. Ashley Bassett. On each episode we chat about the most recent developments in sports medicine and dissect through all the noise so you know which literature should actually impact your practice.On today's episode we're focusing on cartilage defects of the knee with Dr. Clayton Nuelle, Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Missouri and team physician for Mizzou athletics. His current research focuses on improving cartilage restoration and joint preservation techniques, so we are very excited to have him join us for our discussion today.We have some great articles for you that contribute well to our conversation on the surgical treatment of knee cartilage disease. The first article is a level I prospective RCT published in the May 2018 issue of AJSM titled “Matrix-Applied Characterized Autologous Cultured Chondrocytes Versus Microfracture – Five Year Follow-up of a Prospective Randomized Trial.” This multicenter study was performed at 14 sites across 7 different countries. Patients with symptomatic full thickness cartilage defects greater than 3 cm in size and involving the femoral condyle or trochlea were randomized to either the MACI procedure or microfracture procedure. If you're not familiar with the MACI procedure, we definitely recommend checking out our last Overtime episode where we do a deep dive into the details of that surgical technique. In this 5-year clinical trial, Brittberg and colleagues found that while both groups significantly improved after surgery, patients who underwent the MACI procedure were both clinically and statistically significantly better at 5 years compared to patients who underwent microfracture.Then, from the February issue of AJSM this year, we review the publication titled “Isolated Osteochondral Autograft versus Allograft Transplantation for the Treatment of Symptomatic Cartilage Lesions of the Knee.” Bryan Saltzman and his team at OrthoCarolina performed a systematic review of Llevel I and II studies investigating osteochondral transplant techniques. For our listeners, osteochondral transplants can be performed using autograft – the patient's own tissue, or allograft – donor tissue. Traditionally, autograft transplant or “OATs” has been used for smaller defects, to minimize donor-site morbidity, and has the benefits of avoiding an immune response and no concern for disease transmission.The osteochondral graft is typically harvested from nonweightbearing areas of the knee, such as the intercondylar notch or supracondylar ridge. Allograft transplant or “OCA” is indicated for larger defects. Benefits include the lack of donor site morbidity and the ability to take a graft from an area that correlates with the defect being addressed, such as patella to patella. Grafts can also be size-matched during the ordering process. Downsides include having to wait for allograft availability and cost, in addition to the immunologic and disease transmission risks already discussed, though those are very rare. Both techniques have the benefit of addressing not only the cartilage disease but also underlying bone loss. This systematic review concluded that both OATs and OCA resulted in favorable patient outcomes and graft survival rates at 5-year follow up, with no significant differences between the two.  The autograft group was significantly younger, had smaller defect size, used a larger number of plugs and more frequently treated medial femoral condyle lesions. The allograft group had a larger number of patients with lateral femoral condyle and trochlear lesions.