Episode 21: Dr. Grayson Connors on Robotic Knee Replacement, Anterior Hip Surgery, and the Future of Joint Replacement
The Joint Replacement Podcast with Matthew Sloan, MD Modern joint replacement surgery continues to evolve at an incredible pace. From robotic-assisted technology and minimally invasive surgical approaches to outpatient surgery and artificial intelligence, today’s patients have more options than ever before. In Episode 21 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I …
The Future of Joint Replacement: AI, Robotics, Wearables, and Digital Twins with Stefano Bini, MD
Artificial intelligence seems to be everywhere right now. Patients are using AI to research their symptoms before appointments, healthcare systems are deploying AI tools behind the scenes, and surgeons are increasingly hearing about how technology may change the future of medicine. But what does that actually mean for patients considering …
Why Can’t We Just Replace the Cartilage? Understanding Why Joint Replacement Is Sometimes Necessary
Most patients who are told they need a hip or knee replacement ask some version of the same question: “If arthritis means the cartilage is worn out, why can’t you just replace the cartilage?” It’s a logical question. If the problem is damaged cartilage, shouldn’t the solution be new cartilage? …
The Future of Joint Replacement Surgery: Insights from Dr. Michael Ast of Hospital for Special Surgery
The Joint Replacement Podcast – Episode 18 What does the future of hip and knee replacement surgery look like? In Episode 18 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Michael Ast, Insall Chair of the Knee Service and Innovation Officer at Hospital for …
Beyond Joint Replacement: Dr. Yudi Kerbel on Patient Education, Partial Knees, and the Future of Orthopedic Care
One of the most fascinating aspects of modern medicine is how quickly the relationship between physicians and patients is evolving. In Episode 17 of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I had the opportunity to sit down with fellowship-trained hip and knee replacement surgeon, Dr. Yudi Kerbel, whose educational content has reached …
The Future of Joint Replacement Surgery: Insights from AAHKS President Dr. Antonia Chen
Joint replacement surgery continues to evolve at an incredible pace. Advances in robotics, infection prevention, same-day discharge protocols, biologic treatments, and implant technology are rapidly changing the way surgeons care for patients with hip and knee arthritis. In a recent podcast episode, Dr. Matthew Sloan sat down with Dr. Antonia …
Simultaneous vs. Staged Joint Replacement: Which Approach Is Safer?
For patients suffering from severe arthritis in both knees or both hips, one of the most common questions is: “Should I replace both joints at the same time?” At first glance, simultaneous bilateral joint replacement sounds appealing: One surgery One anesthesia event One rehabilitation process One period away from work …
Why Your Leg Feels Longer After Hip Replacement
After total hip replacement, one of the most common concerns patients mention is this: “My operated leg feels longer.” Sometimes the sensation is subtle. Sometimes it feels dramatic enough that walking feels uneven or awkward. For many patients, it immediately raises a worrying question: Did something go wrong? Most of …
Robotics, Recovery, Outpatient Surgery & the Future of Joint Replacement
Key Insights from Dr. Paul Jacob on The Joint Replacement Podcast In this episode of The Joint Replacement Podcast, I sat down with fellowship-trained joint replacement surgeon Dr. Paul Jacob to discuss one of the biggest shifts happening in orthopedic surgery today: the evolution of modern hip and knee replacement. …
The Top 10 Controversies in Hip Replacement Surgery: What Patients Need to Know
Hip replacement surgery is often described as one of the most successful operations in modern medicine. But what many patients do not realize is that hip surgeons still debate some of the most important decisions involved in the procedure. From surgical approach and robotics to implant fixation and same-day discharge, …

